Ostrom

Ostrom is a Berlin-based digital-first electricity provider built specifically for international residents and expats in Germany. Its tagline — ‘Energy. Just Better.’ — reflects its core mission: providing a clean, modern energy experience in English, without the complexity and German-only bureaucracy that characterises most traditional electricity providers.

What makes Ostrom genuinely distinctive is that it is one of the very few German energy providers that fully operates in English — from the sign-up process to customer support to all billing and communications. This alone makes it the default recommendation for newly arrived expats who have not yet developed their German to a level sufficient for navigating utility contracts.

Ostrom offers 100% renewable electricity at competitive market rates, with a transparent flat monthly fee and no hidden charges. Sign-up takes minutes, requires just your address and meter information, and the switch from your previous supplier is handled automatically. The company also provides real-time energy usage tracking through its app, helping customers understand and manage their consumption.

Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Berlin, Ostrom has grown rapidly on the strength of its expat community following and word-of-mouth reputation. For anyone new to Germany who needs electricity set up quickly and simply — Ostrom is the obvious first choice.