Chapter is founded by André Haardt & Rutger Laman Trip
With a mission to accelerate the energy transition by training installers, with an initial focus on PV installations.
About us
Driving the Energy Transition with Agentic AI
Chapter is a software company that develops innovative solutions for the energy sector, with one clear goal: accelerating the energy transition.
Founded in 2021, it began with Chapter Academy, an initiative that guides people from other sectors into solar careers through an accessible app, an InstallQ-accredited basic course, and personal coaching toward employment.
This work laid the foundation for Chapter AI, a smart knowledge and support tool for manufacturers, installers, and distributors. Powered by Agentic AI, it reduces repetitive work, speeds up processes, and ensures consistent quality so companies can scale faster.
Our team
The people behind Chapter
André Haardt
Founder and CEO
Rutger Laman Trip
Co-Founder and CCO
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Peter Hofstede
Chief Product Officer
Janari Parts
Head of Engineering
Lucas Veeger
Engineer
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Mieszko Czyzyk
Growth Lead
Olivier Helle
Finance
Our History
2021
2022
Training for Career Changers
Successfully trained 20 people as PV installers and placed them with 15 installation companies.
2023
Digital Academy for Installation Companies
On-the-Job Training & Compliance. Including additional training modules for heat pumps and battery storage.
2024
AI-powered Productivity and Knowledge Tool
On-the-spot Troubleshooting and Knowledge Access
Customer Support AI outsourcing
2025
International Expansion
Entry to the German and French markets after reaching 1,000 licenses in the Netherlands.
Our History
2021
Chapter is founded by André Haardt & Rutger Laman Trip
With a mission to accelerate the energy transition by training installers, with an initial focus on PV installations.
2022
Training for Career Changers
Successfully trained 20 people as PV installers and placed them with 15 installation companies.
2023
Digital Academy for Installation Companies
On-the-Job Training & Compliance. Including additional training modules for heat pumps and battery storage.
2024
AI-powered Productivity and Knowledge Tool
On-the-spot Troubleshooting and Knowledge Access
Customer Support AI outsourcing
2025
International Expansion
Entry to the German and French markets after reaching 1,000 licenses in the Netherlands.
Our History
2021
Chapter is founded by André Haardt & Rutger Laman Trip
With a mission to accelerate the energy transition by training installers, with an initial focus on PV installations.
2022
Training for Career Changers
Successfully trained 20 people as PV installers and placed them with 15 installation companies.
2023
Digital Academy for Installation Companies
On-the-Job Training & Compliance. Including additional training modules for heat pumps and battery storage.
2024
AI-powered Productivity and Knowledge Tool
On-the-spot Troubleshooting and Knowledge Access
Customer Support AI outsourcing
2025
International Expansion
Entry to the German and French markets after reaching 1,000 licenses in the Netherlands.
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Our Investors
Chapter is backed by two leading impact investors who fully embrace our mission to accelerate the energy transition. Rubio Impact Ventures and CapitalT have invested in our AI-powered solutions for the sustainable energy industry. With their support, we can accelerate our growth and equip the climate tech workforce with the skills to work quickly, efficiently, and safely - serving as a driving force behind Europe’s green transition.
Our Partners
Chapter has various partnerships, such as the partnership with HomeZero for the Pico Platform. Project Pico (Platform Installatie Capaciteit Optimalisatie) receives support from the Just Transition Fund (JTF) of the European Union. The project focuses on scaling a regional platform in the IJmond to accelerate home sustainability, optimise installation capacity, and support workforce development. Co-funded by the European Union via the Just Transition Fund (JTF).
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