Proof of Usefulness Report

Connected Kerb

Analysis completed on 2/20/2026

+738
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Connected Kerb is a significant, well-capitalized player in the UK EV infrastructure market with verifiable funding exceeding £200M and partnerships with major local councils. While the project demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and strong market timing ahead of the 2030 ICE ban, the submission itself was of low quality, containing inaccurate revenue figures and vague traction claims ('most people'). However, independent verification confirms substantial growth, thousands of installed charging points, and a solid growth trajectory, justifying a high score despite the poor form entry.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+160.0
Technical Innovation+112.5
Evidence Of Traction+230.0
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+840
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+738

Project Details

Project URL
connectedkerb.com
Description
Hello, we're Connected Kerb. An electric vehicle charging company on a mission to change the world for good, one charge at a time. We want to make charging inclusive, convenient and reliable and become the UK's favourite charging network. Gulp! We deliver on-street community charging, working with local councils to support homeowners unable to charge their vehicle at home. We also install future-proof EV charging infrastructure at workplaces, retail destinations, car parks, commercial real estate and for residential developers. As smart cities of the future develop, our charging points support IoT, 5G and other future technologies created to have a positive impact on the planet. We are naturally connected by the products we make, the community we nurture and the planet we help sustain. We're committed to the future of sustainable mobility, relentless in our goal to use technology for the good of the planet. #ConnectedForGood

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