Stadtwerke Homburg

What Stadtwerke Homburg does

Stadtwerke Homburg GmbH is a municipal utility company (Stadtwerke) registered in Saarbrücken (HRB 2964) and majority-owned by the City of Homburg in Saarland, Germany. Operating under the tagline "Mein Energie FairSorger," the company provides four core commodity services to residential and business customers in the Homburg service territory: electricity (Strom), natural gas (Erdgas), district heating (Fernwärme), and drinking water (Trinkwasser). Drinking water is sourced from 18 groundwater wells in the Buntsandstein geological formation, treated at two waterworks (Homburg and Kirrberg), and distributed through a network exceeding 300 kilometers; district heating is generated by a combined heat and power (CHP) plant running on natural gas since October 2001 (replacing coal), with a thermal capacity equivalent to approximately 1,000 single-family homes. The company holds the §3 EnWG authorization required for utility operations in Germany, granted by the Saarland Ministry of Economic Affairs.

The business model is fundamentally a regulated local monopoly under German municipal utility law, with revenue generated through subscription/recurring supply contracts for all four commodities, supplemented by network operations, connection services, and professional services. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer and direct-to-business within a single city, delivered through a customer service center, a 24/7 self-service customer portal (Mein SWH Kundenportal), a Hausanschluss portal for new connections, and a dedicated installer portal (Mein SWH-Installateur-Portal) for electrical and plumbing trade partners. Pricing is contract-based with documented price sheets (latest effective 01.01.2026 for district heating) but not publicly itemized on the website.

The product portfolio has been progressively expanded beyond commodity supply into solar (SWH Solarkomfort leased PV with optional battery storage; SWH Balkonkraftwerk balcony PV up to 800W), heating modernization (SWH Komfortwärme contracting), EV-related services (THG-Bonus, Strom fürs Auto, Erdgas fürs Auto), home emergency response (Johanniter Hausnotruf), and customer-facing digital tools including an AI-powered chatbot named Ella (revised May 2025). The company also operates community engagement programs such as the Willi-Erdmann-Club children's club and an integrated management system covering information security, environmental protection, energy efficiency, data protection, and occupational health and safety. Strategically, Stadtwerke Homburg is a member of VKU, BDEW, and DVGW industry associations, and holds a strategic partnership with Thüga AG for technology and operational exchange.

Name

Stadtwerke Homburg

Legal name

Stadtwerke Homburg GmbH

Website

https://stadtwerke-homburg.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stadtwerke Homburg GmbH is a municipal utility company majority-owned by the City of Homburg, Germany, providing electricity, natural gas, district heating, and drinking water to residential and business customers within the Homburg concession area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Energy and Water Utility

NAICS

Steam and Air-Conditioning Supply (221330), Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Utilities (221)

SIC

Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961), Electric, Gas & Sanitary Services (4900), Water Supply (4941)

akta.pro primary industry

Chillers, Boilers & Central Plant Operations (BPABACAG)

Keywords

• Municipal utility services
• Electricity supply
• Natural gas distribution
• District heating
• Drinking water supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Homburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Electricity Supply: Electricity generation and supply to residential and commercial customers in Homburg region. Includes power supply contracts, 24-hour supplier switching, and green electricity options (Strom fürs Auto - EV charging).
2. Natural Gas Supply: Natural gas distribution and supply services including CNG for vehicles (Erdgas fürs Auto).
3. District Heating: District heating (Fernwärme) supply from the Homburg combined heat and power plant using natural gas through cogeneration technology.
4. Drinking Water Supply: Drinking water supply from 18 groundwater wells, processed through water works in Homburg and Kirrberg, distributed through a network exceeding 300 kilometers.
5. Energy Services and Contracting: Solar installations (SWH Solarkomfort, SWH Balkonkraftwerk), contracting solutions for heating systems, and energy consulting services.
6. Network Operations: Operation of electricity, gas, and water distribution networks including connections, infrastructure planning, and technical services for installers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Stadtwerke Homburg GmbH is a municipal utility providing electricity, natural gas, district heating (Fernwärme), and drinking water to residential and commercial customers in the Homburg region of Saarland, Germany. The company also delivers energy services including solar installations, heating contracting, and subsidy consulting, supported by owned distribution networks and digital customer service platforms.

Product overview

Stadtwerke Homburg operates as a municipal utility company offering a comprehensive energy and water portfolio for residential and commercial customers. The core offering includes four primary product categories: electricity (Strom), natural gas (Erdgas), district heating (Fernwärme via Kraft-Wärme-Kopplung), and drinking water (Trinkwasser). The product suite is complemented by digital service platforms (Kundenportal, Hausanschluss-Portal, Installateur-Portal) and value-added services including solar solutions (SWH Balkonkraftwerk, SWH Solarkomfort with optional battery storage), SWH Contracting for heating modernization, THG-Bonus for emissions certificates, Johanniter Hausnotruf emergency services, and an AI-powered digital assistant named Ella. The company leverages digital channels for 24/7 customer service and supports customers with energy consulting, subsidy programs, and educational initiatives including the Willi-Erdmann-Club for children.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Willi-Erdmann-Club: Children's club of Stadtwerke Homburg, established in 2002, offering activities and events for children of customers.
• Ella

Products and services

• Strom (Electricity Supply) Electricity supply service for residential and commercial customers with various tariff options, 24-hour supplier switching capability, and EV charging options (Strom fürs Auto).
• Erdgas (Natural Gas Supply) Natural gas supply for heating and cooking, available for residential and commercial use with various tariff options and CNG vehicle fuel option (Erdgas fürs Auto).
• Fernwärme (District Heating) District heating delivered via combined heat and power plant, providing heating and hot water without requiring individual heating systems. Generated using natural gas with high efficiency through cogeneration.
• Trinkwasser (Drinking Water Supply) Drinking water supply sourced from 18 groundwater wells, treated in Homburg and Kirrberg waterworks, distributed through a network exceeding 300 kilometers. Water quality is regularly analyzed and lead level is below detection limits.
• SWH Balkonkraftwerk (Balcony Power Plant) Balcony-mounted plug-and-play photovoltaic system up to 800 watts, offered as a subsidized product for Strom customers. Planning and installation handled by Stadtwerke in cooperation with trade professionals.
• SWH Solarkomfort (Solar Comfort) Leased rooftop photovoltaic system where Stadtwerke handles planning and installation. Customers save up to 30% on grid electricity purchases, with excess fed back and compensated under EEG. Includes optional battery storage (SWH Solarkomfort Plus) enabling up to 70% self-consumption of generated solar power.
• SWH Contracting (Heating Contracting) Heating modernization solution where Stadtwerke finances heat pump or district heating connection station. Customers receive modern heating technology with predictable monthly payments instead of large upfront investment costs.
• THG-Bonus Subsidy program for THG (Treibhausgasminderungsquote) emissions certificates, enabling EV owners to monetize their electric vehicle's climate benefits.
• Förderprogramme (Subsidy Programs) Subsidy program offering direct financial support for energy-efficient appliances including washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers, heat pumps, hot water heat pumps, balcony PV systems, air conditioning units, wallboxes, e-bikes, and e-scooters.
• Johanniter Hausnotruf (Home Emergency Call) Emergency call system offered in cooperation with Johanniter, providing portable transmitters linked to a base station that connect to a 24/7 response center for elderly or health-compromised individuals.
• Energieberatung (Energy Consulting) Free energy consulting service providing personalized advice on energy efficiency, heating optimization, and cost reduction strategies for residential customers.
• Ella (KI-Assistent) AI-powered digital customer service assistant that answers customer inquiries via text-based interaction. Enhanced in May 2025 with improved natural language processing capabilities.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Thüga AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with Thüga AG, a leading municipal utility network and consulting group, for technology sharing and operational excellence.
• VKU - Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e.V.coreOthersMember of the Association of Municipal Utilities (VKU), the primary industry association for municipal energy and water companies in Germany, including VKU Saar for regional representation.
• BDEW e.V.coreOthersMember of BDEW (German Energy and Water Industries Association), the central industry organization representing energy and water policy interests.
• Enovos DeutschlandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a partner on the website, representing a regional energy supplier relationship.
• DVGW (Deutscher Verein des Gas- und Wasserfaches)coreOthersMember of DVGW, the German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water, ensuring compliance with technical standards for gas and water infrastructure.
• Stadt HomburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary shareholder (majority ownership) with the city of Homburg, providing municipal governance and strategic alignment with city development plans.
• Johanniter HausnotrufminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Johanniter emergency response service for elderly safety, offering home emergency call systems to residential customers.
• ARGE Solar e.V.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional solar energy association in Saarland supporting solar energy adoption and providing expertise for photovoltaic solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights12 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stadtwerke-homburg-gmbh
• Instagraminstagram.com/stadtwerke_homburg/?hl=de

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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