DM Energieberatung

What DM Energieberatung does

DM Energieberatung AG is a Switzerland-based energy consulting firm headquartered in Brugg, Canton Aargau, that delivers energy efficiency, decarbonization, and regulatory compliance services to industrial companies, greenhouse operators, and other enterprises subject to Swiss energy and CO2 legislation. Founded in 2008 and structured as a Swiss Aktiengesellschaft (CHE-114.491.544), the firm operates with a team of qualified project managers holding BSc, MSc, and PhD credentials from Swiss and international institutions (FHNW, ETH, ZHAW, FHZ, Chalmers) in energy and environmental engineering, thermal energy technology, and mechanical engineering. Its client base spans Swiss industrial firms such as Collini AG (galvanic surface coating) and Antalis AG (paper distribution), with documented project outcomes of 5-20% energy cost reduction, 10% reductions in heating oil and electricity, and up to 25% reductions in heating capacity requirement.

The firm's service portfolio is organized around nine practices: Betriebsoptimierung (operational optimization of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, compressed air, and process systems); general Energieberatung (energy consulting, monitoring, and owner accompaniment); Stromeffizienz (electricity efficiency analysis with load profiling and Sankey diagrams); Pinch-Analyse using the HSLU PinCH software for thermal process integration; Variantenstudien for investment decision support; Dekarbonisierung covering CO2 accounting (Scope 1/2/3), decarbonization roadmaps, SBTi support, and ESG reporting; Zielvereinbarungen (target agreements with federal and cantonal authorities, EnAW moderation, CO2 levy exemptions); specialized Energieberatung Gewächshausbetriebe using the proprietary ProCalor© variant study tool for greenhouse heat-load simulation; and Druckluft-Leckagen-Analyse using the FLIR Si2-LD acoustic camera for ultrasonic leak detection. Two project managers (Darko Weber and Cédric Iseli) hold the werz certification accredited by BAFU, placing the firm among approximately 270 nationally certified energy consultants authorized to negotiate binding target agreements with the Swiss Confederation and cantons. The firm is also an accredited moderator for the Energie-Agentur der Wirtschaft (EnAW) and the Federal Office for Energy (BFE).

DM Energieberatung's business model is that of a project-based professional services firm: revenue is generated from consulting engagements, ongoing monitoring and long-term support contracts, and measurement services. Pricing is largely quote-based, with only the compressed air leak analysis service publicly priced at CHF 1,200 per camera-rental week, CHF 2,100 for a half-day on-site service, and a quote-based full-service package. The firm serves a single geography (Switzerland) via direct B2B sales engagement with industrial and commercial clients, supplemented by thought leadership through its website news/blog, LinkedIn presence, newsletter, and active participation in industry events such as the IHW Forum on industrial heat pumps and the BFE Heat Pump Specialist Conference. Customer mix is enterprise-grade and project-driven rather than transactional, with engagement structures spanning initial consultation, data collection and analysis, on-site audit and measurement, and follow-up monitoring.

Name

DM Energieberatung

Legal name

DM Energieberatung AG

Website

https://dmeag.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DM Energieberatung AG is a Swiss energy consulting firm in Brugg that delivers energy efficiency optimization, decarbonization roadmaps, and regulatory target agreement services to industrial companies and greenhouse operators across Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Energy Consulting Services

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), Engineering Services (541330)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Asset Performance & Reliability Management (APM/RBI/RCM) (EUAEAMAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Asset & Lifecycle Management (CapEx Planning, Reliability) (BPABAAAI)

Keywords

• Energy efficiency consulting
• Industrial decarbonization services
• Compressed air leak analysis
• Greenhouse energy consulting
• Energy target agreements

Headquarters

HQ city

Brugg

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Energy Consulting Services: Professional consulting services for energy efficiency, decarbonization, and optimization. Services include energy audits, operational optimization, pinch analysis, variant studies, target agreements, and CO2 accounting. Revenue is generated through project-based consulting engagements with industrial and commercial clients.
2. Measurement and Analysis Services: Specialized measurement services using proprietary equipment. Services include compressed air leak analysis using acoustic camera technology, electrical power measurements, flow and heat measurements, temperature recordings. Offered as rental packages, on-site service, or full-service packages.
3. Monitoring and Support Services: Ongoing monitoring, follow-up measurements, and long-term support for implemented energy optimization measures. Includes long-term partnership approach with customers for sustained energy cost reduction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DM Energieberatung AG is a Swiss energy consulting firm that provides B2B professional services for industrial companies and public institutions, specializing in energy efficiency analysis, operational optimization, decarbonization roadmaps, and regulatory compliance with Swiss energy and CO2 legislation. Their service portfolio covers Betriebsoptimierung (operational optimization), greenhouse energy consulting, pinch analysis, variant studies, electricity efficiency, target agreements, and compressed air leak analysis, supported by proprietary tools such as ProCalor© and FLIR Si2-LD acoustic imaging technology.

Product overview

DM Energieberatung AG offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy consulting services for industrial and commercial clients. The core services include Betriebsoptimierung (operational optimization) for immediate energy savings, Energieberatung (energy consulting) for general energy support, and specialized offerings such as Pinch-Analyse (pinch analysis) for thermal process optimization, Dekarbonisierung (decarbonization) for climate strategy development, and Zielvereinbarungen (target agreements) for regulatory compliance. Additional specialized services include Energieberatung Gewächshausbetriebe (greenhouse energy consulting) utilizing the proprietary ProCalor© tool, Stromeffizienz (electricity efficiency) analysis, Variantenstudien (variant studies) for investment decisions, and Druckluft-Leckagen-Analyse (compressed air leakage analysis) using FLIR Si2-LD acoustic camera technology. The company operates as a unified service offering without a modular software platform architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ProCalor©: Proprietary variant study tool developed by the company for greenhouse operations to simulate heating load profiles and dimension fossil-free heating systems and storage.

Products and services

• Betriebsoptimierung (Operational Optimization) Energy efficiency optimization of existing technical systems including heat generation, distribution, refrigeration, ventilation, compressed air, and process plants, typically achieving 5-20% energy cost reductions without major investments. Targeted at industrial and commercial clients seeking operational improvements.
• Energieberatung Gewächshausbetriebe (Greenhouse Energy Consulting) Specialized energy consulting for greenhouse operations using the proprietary ProCalor© tool for heat demand simulation, sizing of fossil-free heat generation systems, and optimal combination of heat generation, storage, and PV systems. Targeted at greenhouse and horticultural businesses.
• Energieberatung (Energy Consulting) Comprehensive energy consulting including professional support for procurement and construction projects, energy monitoring, measurements, owner accompaniment, supplier offer evaluation, and subsidy program registration. Targeted at companies seeking general energy management support.
• Stromeffizienz (Electricity Efficiency) Electricity consumption analysis with current and load profile measurements, load profile analysis for optimization potentials and peak loads, and visual consumption distribution using Sankey diagrams. Targeted at commercial and industrial customers with significant electricity demand.
• Pinch-Analyse (Pinch Analysis) Systematic identification of energy optimization and heat recovery potentials in processes and plants using PinCH software (HSLU) for modeling, following an onion skin model approach. Targeted at industrial process facilities seeking thermal integration.
• Variantenstudien (Variant Studies) Investment decision support through determination of actual energy and power requirements, development of alternatives, system integration, and economic viability calculations. Targeted at organizations evaluating energy system investments.
• Dekarbonisierung (Decarbonization) Development of individualized decarbonization strategies and roadmaps, CO2 emission accounting (Scope 1, 2, and 3), SBTi registration support, and ESG reporting. Targeted at companies pursuing Netto-Null 2050-aligned decarbonization.
• Zielvereinbarungen (Target Agreements) Support for CO2 levies and grid charge exemptions, large consumer cantonal energy law compliance, EU energy efficiency directive documentation, universal target agreements with federal and cantonal authorities, and EnAW moderation. Targeted at companies subject to Swiss energy and CO2 regulations.
• Druckluft-Leckagen-Analyse (Compressed Air Leakage Analysis) Acoustic leak detection using FLIR Si2-LD camera (124 MEMS microphones, 2-65 kHz ultrasonic range, AI-based automatic leak classification with size and cost estimation), available as camera rental, on-site service, or full-service package. Targeted at industrial facilities with compressed air systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-20% energy cost reduction through operational optimization
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Energie-Agentur der Wirtschaft (EnAW)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDM Energieberatung is an accredited moderator for the Energie-Agentur der Wirtschaft (EnAW). They support companies in meeting their target agreements with the federal government and cantons through EnAW. This partnership is central to their target agreement services, enabling them to help clients fulfill regulatory energy efficiency obligations.
• Antalis AGminorOthersDM Energieberatung conducted a concept study for Antalis AG's future heat supply as part of their target agreement renewal with Bund and Kanton. Antalis is a customer receiving energy consulting services, with EnAW as the implementing partner.
• Collini AGminorOthersCollini AG in Dübendorf engaged DM Energieberatung for operational optimization of their galvanic surface coating facility's heating and ventilation systems.
• Inhaltsstoff GmbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInhaltsstoff GmbH (inhaltsstoff.ch) provides web design and development services for DM Energieberatung AG's website.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Optec AG: Swiss energy consulting and engineering firm serving industrial customers with operational optimization, energy audits and process heat solutions. Closely comparable niche and customer base.
• Econcept AG: Swiss consulting firm delivering energy, mobility and sustainability advisory for public and private sector clients. Comparable service portfolio including operational optimization and decarbonization.
• Intep Integrale Planung GmbH: Swiss sustainability and energy planning consultancy working on building energy concepts, 2000-Watt and decarbonization roadmaps for municipalities and companies. Comparable advisory role in the Swiss market.
• Planair SA: Swiss energy and climate consulting firm focused on industrial decarbonization, energy efficiency and CO2 strategy. Directly comparable advisory offerings and target customers.
• Eicher + Pauli AG: Swiss energy and HVAC engineering firm delivering energy studies, operational optimization and plant engineering for industrial customers. Closely comparable service offering in Switzerland.
• TEP Energy GmbH: Swiss energy efficiency and renewable heat consulting firm focused on industrial and commercial clients. Closest direct competitor in size, methodology and target customer base.

Broad incumbents

• South Pole Group: Global climate consultancy with Zurich headquarters, delivering carbon accounting, SBTi target setting and decarbonization strategy. Overlaps with DM's ESG and CO2 accounting services but at much larger scale and international footprint.
• Amstein + Walthert AG: Largest Swiss engineering and consulting firm with deep energy, building services and decarbonization practices. Overlaps with DM on operational optimization and energy audits but serves a much broader portfolio across MEP, building automation and infrastructure.
• Holinger AG: Swiss engineering consultancy with significant energy, water and process industry practices. Competes with DM on industrial energy consulting but offers broader infrastructure engineering.
• EBP (Ernst Basler + Partner): Swiss consulting firm with established energy, climate and mobility practices, including CO2 accounting and decarbonization roadmaps. Directly comparable service lines but at materially larger scale and broader sector coverage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dm-energieberatung-ag

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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