Amsterdam-based Chapter, a SaaS company driving the energy transition with AI-powered knowledge management software, has secured €3M in funding from Rubio Impact Ventures and CapitalT.
Chapter is a SaaS company focused on accelerating the global energy transition by helping sustainable energy companies work productively, efficiently, and compliantly.
The startup’s AI-powered operating system streamlines workflows in the sustainable energy industry by providing instant, actionable knowledge to manufacturers, installers, and service teams, reducing the need for customer support, manuals, or colleagues.
This approach saves time and increases capacity to support the energy transition. Several European manufacturers are involved in the beta program or are on the waiting list.
Ilonka Jankovich, partner at Rubio, says, “The transition to a net-zero economy is as much about people as it is about energy. We believe that the transition to a net-zero economy is as much about people as it is about energy. Companies like Chapter are essential to ensuring that no one is left behind in the shift to low-carbon, sustainable economies and societies.”
Together with our fellow impact investor CapitalT, we are committed to accelerating Chapter’s growth, helping to equip the climate tech workforce with the skills to work quickly, efficiently, and safely. Our goal is to be a driving force behind Europe’s green transition.”
Accelerating the energy transition
The sustainable energy sector is facing big challenges, like slower work because projects are getting more complicated, a need to complete installations quickly and correctly the first time, and a lack of trained workers to meet growing demand.
Chapter AI helps solve such problems by providing quick access to technical information for installers through mobile apps, reducing mistakes. It uses chatbots to handle up to 80 per cent of queries, speeding up problem resolution and allowing agents to focus on complex issues.
Chapter AI integrates with various platforms, such as websites and CRM systems, for efficient support. It also offers multilingual access to knowledge and organises documents and training materials for easy access, ensuring the right information is available when needed.
These capabilities improve operations and also enhance workers’ skills, enabling the growth needed to meet increasing demands.
André Haardt’s new venture
Chapter AI is André Haardt’s new venture, following his success with Squla/Futurewhiz, one of Europe’s top edtech platforms. Now, his mission is to accelerate the energy transition by transforming how knowledge is shared in the sustainable energy sector.
Haardt says, “This purpose-built AI solution marks a turning point in the energy sector. We’re not just launching a new service—we’re starting a revolution in how knowledge drives this industry.”
“By addressing key challenges like scarce installer capacity, faster installations, and improved quality, it empowers manufacturers and installers to work smarter and scale more effectively. This revolution isn’t just about solving today’s problems; it’s about reshaping the sector for the future.”
Haardt is supported by Peter Hofstede, Chapter’s Chief Product Officer, who has experience in gamified learning and product development, and Rutger Laman Trip, co-founder and CCO with expertise in AI-powered HR tech.
Laman Trip, adds, “Even though certain political voices are calling to slow down sustainability efforts, the bigger picture is clear: we need 18 million extra workers globally to secure the necessary energy transition. Digital training has proven to be an essential piece of this puzzle.”
“Backed by Rubio and CapitalT, and supported by the significant interest from international manufacturers, we’re eager to scale further and help manufacturers—and the professionals who work with their products—achieve global CO₂ neutrality faster.”
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