Amperon, a leading provider of AI-powered energy forecasting and analytics solutions, today announced a strategic investment from Acario, the corporate venture capital and innovation division of Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. (“Tokyo Gas”). This additional backing reflects continued investor confidence in Amperon’s technology and vision and will support the company’s continued customer growth and strategic initiatives across North America, Europe, and beyond.
Amperon’s AI-powered forecasting solutions now support customers in the United States, Canada, Australia, and across 15 countries in Europe. The company has seen rapid international growth since its 2024 expansion into markets such as the UK, France, Germany, and Spain. Through continuous advancements in machine learning, physics-based modeling, and weather ensemble features, Amperon continues to raise the bar in forecasting performance and reliability for energy market participants worldwide.
“Bringing Tokyo Gas and Acario on board as investors is a meaningful step in Amperon’s global trajectory,” said Sean Kelly, CEO and Co-Founder of Amperon. “Their strategic focus on decarbonization and innovation aligns with our mission to modernize energy forecasting worldwide. This investment strengthens our position as we scale internationally while continuing to build from our base in Houston.”
Tokyo Gas, Japan’s largest gas utility that typically meets about 30% of the country’s total demand every year, has recently also become a major electricity provider serving over four million customers nationwide. Its innovative history includes becoming the first company in Japan to import LNG and it was the first company in the Japanese energy industry to announce its intent to achieve net zero by 2050.
Acario, its venture investment arm, accordingly focuses on supporting forward-looking technology companies making a high impact on the energy industry and its future. Acario has been steadily expanding a global portfolio of partners through strategic collaborations and investments aligned with this long-term vision of Tokyo Gas. In addition to decarbonization, optimization and resilience, this includes diversification into new services and solutions.
“As global energy systems evolve, the imperative for precise, real-time insights has never been clearer,” said Kenji Maeda, CEO of Acario. “Amperon’s AI-powered forecasting technology is unique in its accuracy and scalability. We see it playing a vital role in helping both utilities and a diverse set of stakeholders navigate the energy transition with greater stability. This investment reflects our commitment to supporting new solutions that enable smarter, more sophisticated energy trading worldwide.”
Amperon’s AI models—which combine real-time weather, consumption, and market data—have consistently outperformed traditional forecast providers, and the company has established itself as a trusted partner for energy retailers, utilities, and independent power producers, such as Ørsted, Axpo, AES, and Rhythm Energy, delivering AI-powered forecasts that enable real-time, data-driven decision-making.
This strategic investment from Acario follows a March 2025 investment from National Grid Partners, underscoring continued momentum and global confidence in Amperon’s technology and market strategy. By providing precise insights, Amperon helps its customers manage resources more effectively and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
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