Proof of Usefulness Report

Base Power

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+743
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Base Power Company is a verifiable 'unicorn' ($4B valuation) backed by Andreessen Horowitz, solving critical energy grid instability in Texas. While the submission text contained errors (e.g., 'DeepWing', hyperbolic 'everyone' reach), the project's actual traction (50k+ customers, $1B+ funding) and utility are exceptional. The score reflects the immense real-world value and market timing, slightly penalized for the low-quality submission descriptions.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+285.0
Audience Reach Impact+120.0
Technical Innovation+162.0
Evidence Of Traction+202.5
Market Timing Relevance+100.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+874.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+743

Project Details

Project URL
basepowercompany.com
Description
Base Power is a modern energy company focused on providing reliable and affordable home energy services through the deployment and leasing of battery storage systems to homeowners. They operate a model that utilizes individual home batteries as a distributed energy storage network, offering whole-home backup power during outages while also contributing to grid stabilization and cost reduction through energy dispatch management. Founded in 2023, the company aims to be a leading force in the transition to a more robust and sustainable energy infrastructure.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline