Proof of Usefulness Report

Okra Solar

Analysis completed on 2/11/2026

+706
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Okra Solar is a high-potential Series A hardware/software startup addressing global energy poverty with verified traction ($12M+ recent funding, ~14,000 users). While the project has exceptional utility and technical innovation (mesh-grid technology), the specific submission provided contained significant inaccuracies and low-quality data (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product' and 'audienceReach: everyone'). The score reflects the company's actual high-value status, heavily verified through external search, adjusted downward slightly for the poor quality of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+247.5
Audience Reach Impact+110.0
Technical Innovation+140.2
Evidence Of Traction+240.0
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+830.2
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+706

Project Details

Project URL
okrasolar.com
Description
Times are changing for the 770 million people living without clean, reliable access to power. We are an Australian technology startup that works with local utilities to transform #offgrid communities into energy abundant #meshgrids. Connecting households together using smart distribution techniques makes energy more reliable and up to 10x cheaper than grid extension or AC micro-grids. Our plug & play #IoT controller, aka. the Okra "Pod", uses machine learning and remote monitoring to ensure power is efficiently distributed throughout a network of solar households. Our cloud software provides grid owners with real-time data so they know when and how networks should be scaled. Our mission is to work with investors, regulators, and fellow tech companies to advance rapid #electrification around the world so that everyone has reliable access to productive power by 2025.

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