Andreas Thorsheim

Andreas Thorsheim is the Founder and CEO of Otovo, a company he co-founded in 2016 in Oslo, Norway.12 Otovo is a marketplace for residential solar and battery installations, operating in 13 European countries.23

Professional Background

Before founding Otovo, Thorsheim held several notable positions:

• SVP Products at Opera Software (2015-2016)1
• CFO/COO at Schibsted Norge and CEO of Bergens Tidende (2008-2014)1
• Board Member at FINN.no (2010-2012)1
• Assistant Editor at E24.no (2006-2008)1

He has also served as a board member for companies like PatientSky and Dagens Næringsliv.1

Otovo

Thorsheim co-founded Otovo with the mission to democratize access to power and eradicate fuel poverty.2 The company uses proprietary technology, including satellite imagery, to provide immediate tailored offers to customers for solar panel installations.2 Otovo works with a network of local, high-quality energy installers across Europe, making the process of adopting solar energy at home as smooth and seamless as possible.2

Achievements

Under Thorsheim's leadership, Otovo has:

• Expanded to 13 European markets2
• Installed tens of thousands of solar units2
• Raised over 100 million euros in funding before going public4

Thorsheim's vision for Otovo is to continue helping as many people as possible transition to a cleaner energy future through solar, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs for consumers.2