Exergio will commence humanoid robot testing for energy and property management in commercial buildings, marking a shift from the household-focused applications pursued by companies such as Meta, Google, and Tesla. The Lithuania-based energy management firm will begin training its first humanoid robot in March, leveraging NVIDIA’s GR00T system to enhance real-time system monitoring, detect faults, and optimize energy use.
The global humanoid robotics market, valued at approximately $2.43 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $66 billion by 2032, with an estimated compound annual growth rate of 45.5%. While major technology companies have primarily focused on humanoid robots for household and general-purpose tasks, Exergio is aiming to integrate them into professional environments.
According to Exergio CEO Donatas Karčiauskas, humanoid robots have potential beyond household applications, particularly in managing energy systems in commercial properties. He stated that energy management requires more than simple adjustments, involving real-time monitoring, predictive analysis, and rapid responses to system anomalies. The robots, equipped with AI capabilities, can process large amounts of sensor data, detect inefficiencies, and respond to potential system failures before they occur.
Exergio has selected NVIDIA’s GR00T platform for its adaptability, allowing the company to train robots for specific industrial tasks. Karčiauskas noted that the humanoid robots could be trained to conduct equipment inspections, detect early signs of system failures, verify false alarms, and assist in emergency situations by guiding personnel to exits.
Exergio’s experience in AI-driven energy optimization has been applied to large commercial buildings, including the Ozas shopping mall in Vilnius, where its solutions have reduced energy waste by 29% and saved more than €1 million. Data from various properties, including hotels and office buildings, will contribute to training the robots for different energy management scenarios.
The initial training phase for Exergio’s humanoid robots is set to begin in early March. The company aims to develop robots capable of physically verifying system alerts, inspecting critical equipment, and assisting in maintenance, with the goal of improving response times and reducing downtime in commercial buildings.
