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Zest
Transportation · Leeds, United Kingdom · Founded 2021
EV charging company that is democratizing EV adoption by rapidly filling the gaps in the maturing public charging infrastructure MoreLess
Zest is a UK-based startup specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. The company is committed to facilitating the transition to a more sustainable, net-zero future by providing commercial EV charging points. Zest's primary clientele includes real estate developers, commercial landowners, and brands looking to cater to the increasing number of EV drivers.
The company operates in the rapidly growing EV charging market, offering a unique business model that combines service provision and partnership opportunities. Zest designs charging solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients' customers, considering both their current and future usage patterns.
One of Zest's key selling points is its no-cost managed service. This service includes the installation of the charging points, ensuring their long-term reliability, and creating revenue opportunities for the clients. This model allows Zest to generate income through the usage of the charging points installed at their clients' locations.
Furthermore, Zest offers partnership opportunities for EV charge point installers and business energy solution providers. Installers can take on projects that would otherwise be unfeasible due to funding issues, while energy solution providers can enhance their services by offering their clients a zero-cost EV charging solution through Zest.
In summary, Zest is a forward-thinking startup that provides comprehensive EV charging solutions, creating win-win scenarios for all stakeholders involved in the transition to electric vehicles.
Keywords: Electric Vehicle Charging, Sustainability, Real Estate Developers, Commercial Landowners, Brands, No-Cost Managed Service, Revenue Opportunities, Partnership Opportunities, Business Energy Solution Providers, Zero-Cost EV Charging Solution.
Company overview
Zest company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Employees
- 154
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 60.7
Valuation & funding
Zest funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | Oct 2021 | $40M | $158M | Zouk Capital | — |
Financials
Workforce over time
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| Year | Employees |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 155 |
| 2025 | 166 |
| 2024 | 175 |
| 2023 | 134 |
| 2022 | 62 |
Growth signals
Zest website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Zest is 14K monthly website visits, down 6.7% over the last three months. Zest's team declined 7.2% over the past year.
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