Aiguasolbioco

What Aiguasolbioco does

Aiguasol Consulting, SCCL (trading as Aiguasol or AIGUASOL) is a Spanish cooperative (Societat Cooperativa Catalana Limitada) founded in 1999 and headquartered in Barcelona, with a second office in Oiartzun (Gipuzkoa, Basque Country). The company delivers professional energy consulting, engineering, and applied R&D services across three primary verticals: buildings and construction (nZEB design, indoor environmental quality, energy modeling, energy rehabilitation, environmental certification), urban environment and public administration (district heating and cooling networks, air quality, energy policy, energy transition), and industrial / energy generation (Energy Management Systems, renewable integration, bioenergy, WWTP energy optimization). Its client base spans municipalities, metropolitan authorities, Catalan and European public agencies (ICAEN, AMB, European Commission via EU-funded projects), international organizations (UNDP, World Bank, GIZ), and private firms including Arup, JLL, Schneider Electric, Coca-Cola, Naturgy, and Sabadell.

Aiguasol's technology stack centers on advanced dynamic energy simulation (TRNSYS v.18, distributed as an authorized reseller) combined with proprietary tools developed in-house and through EU-funded consortia, including the TESS component libraries, the TRNFLOW ventilation module, the JoinEnergy mobile app for energy community management (launched April 2024), and the Bioenergytraces digital tool for the bioenergy sector. The firm embeds Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a strategic design tool from early project stages, aligning with Spain's new CTE 2026 Environmental Sustainability Basic Document, and applies AI-driven predictive management in WWTP energy modeling under the REGENERA consortium alongside partners such as Tyris AI, ENGIE, and H2B2.

The revenue model is service-led: project-based consulting engagements (energy audits, building modeling, district heating design, LCA studies) comprise the core revenue stream, complemented by a one-time/perpetual software license model for TRNSYS/TESS/TRNFLOW sold through an e-commerce storefront and per-registration revenue from periodic energy training courses. Commercial distribution relies on direct B2B sales, participation in EU R&D project consortia (IncentEU, REGENERA, LOCALRES, HOUSEFUL, AURORAL), and municipal-level energy community initiatives. The firm is B Corp certified (102-point impact score, above sector average) and holds the XES Social Balance Seal for five consecutive years (2020–2025), with a CEL Coop Seal awarded in 2024. The company does not raise equity and operates with a small employee base (1–10).

Name

Aiguasolbioco

Legal name

Aiguasol Consulting, SCCL

Website

https://aiguasol.coop

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aiguasol Consulting, SCCL is a Barcelona-based energy consultancy cooperative (founded 1999) delivering engineering, LCA, and applied R&D services in nZEB buildings, district heating/cooling, energy communities, and bioenergy to municipalities, European institutions, and private-sector clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Energy Consulting Services

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Other Management Consulting Services (541618), Environmental Consulting Services (54162)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Energy Systems & Power Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sustainability & ESG Consulting (BPAHACAK), Renewable Policy & Regulatory Strategy (National/State/Local) (EUAMANAA), Incentives, Subsidies & Tax Policy (ITC/PTC, FiTs, Auctions/CfDs) (EUAMANAE), SCADA / Telemetry Systems (RTUs, PLCs, Communications) (EUAJAFAA)

Keywords

• Energy consulting services
• Building energy modeling
• Renewable energy engineering
• Energy simulation software
• Energy community management

Headquarters

HQ city

Sils

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Energy Consultancy and Engineering Services: Professional consulting engagements delivering energy audits, building energy modeling, indoor/outdoor environmental quality assessments, district heating network design, energy rehabilitation, and technical site management. Revenue is project-based, sourced from public administrations, international organizations, and private-sector clients.
2. Energy Software Sales and Distribution: Aiguasol distributes commercial energy simulation software (TRNSYS, TESS, TRNFLOW) and licenses software products via its e-commerce platform. Customers purchase licenses (per type and number of users) with electronic delivery and optional activation codes. This is a one-time license/perpetual model for software.
3. Energy Training Courses: Aiguasol periodically offers training courses on energy-related topics. Courses are delivered in-person at specified venues/dates, with enrollment processed via the website. Revenue is earned per course registration.
4. JoinEnergy Software Tool: Aiguasol developed and launched JoinEnergy, a mobile app for energy community management. The tool is financed by BruixIT grants (Generalitat de Catalunya / Next Generation EU) and offered to energy communities for management purposes, with open workshops for adoption.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Aiguasol Consulting, SCCL is an energy consulting cooperative delivering engineering, consultancy, and applied R&D services in energy efficiency, renewable integration, building performance, district energy networks, and energy communities. It distributes commercial energy simulation software (TRNSYS, TESS, TRNFLOW) via its e-commerce storefront, develops proprietary digital tools (JoinEnergy app, eeBox energy management system, Bioenergytraces), and offers professional training courses on energy topics.

Product overview

Aiguasol is an energy consulting cooperative offering consultancy, engineering, and applied R&D services. Its product and service portfolio comprises proprietary and distributed software tools for energy simulation and management — including TRNSYS (energy system simulation), TESS (component libraries), TRNFLOW (ventilation module), and Join Energy (mobile app for energy community management) — complemented by professional training courses. The core offering is services-led rather than purely product-based, with software sales and training forming the primary commercial product lines alongside energy consultancy engagements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JoinEnergy: A mobile application for managing energy communities and shared self-consumption initiatives, developed by Aiguasol and funded by BruixIT grants (Next Generation European funds). The app allows users to monitor energy generated and consumed, money saved, investment amortization, and CO2 emissions saved at individual and community levels.
• JoinEnergy app

Products and services

• Energy Consultancy and Engineering Services Professional energy consultancy and engineering services covering buildings, urban systems, industry, energy communities, district networks, applied R&D, energy policy and planning for public administrations, international organizations, and private-sector firms.
• TRNSYS Energy System Simulation Software Dynamic energy system simulation software (v.18) distributed by Aiguasol for modeling and analyzing thermal and energy systems in buildings and industrial applications; sold as perpetual license per type and number of users via the company's e-commerce storefront.
• TESS Component Libraries Component libraries (v.18) for TRNSYS extending simulation capabilities for specialized thermal and energy systems, including detailed HVAC, renewable energy, and thermal storage models.
• TRNFLOW Ventilation Module Ventilation module for TRNSYS 18 used for modeling and simulating airflow and indoor environmental quality in buildings.
• JoinEnergy Mobile Application Mobile application for management and control of energy communities and shared self-consumption, providing users with energy generation/consumption data, economic savings tracking, investment amortization, CO2 emissions reporting, and consumption/production history at individual and community levels.
• Energy Training Courses Periodic training courses on energy-related topics covering energy efficiency, renewable energies, and energy system modeling; delivered in-person at specified venues and dates with enrollment via the company website.
• eeBox Energy Management System Energy management system for monitoring, optimizing operation, and guiding rehabilitation investments in tertiary buildings, used in projects such as the Pla Clima Escola Barcelona program.

Quantifiable outcome

• Aiguasol achieved a B Corp Impact Score of 102 points, above the average for energy sector companies, as assessed via the B Impact Assessment aligned with SDGs, GRI, and IRIS standards.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ICAEN (Institut Català d'Energia)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2025Aiguasol, as coordinator of the European IncentEU project, entered into a collaboration with ICAEN to align methodologies, share roadmaps, and coordinate efforts to accelerate the deployment of district heating and cooling (DHC) networks across Catalonia. This partnership directly supports the IncentEU project's objectives under the EU LIFE Programme.
• IREC (Institut de Recerca en Energia de Catalunya)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2025IREC leads the development of the general methodology and conducts demand/resource evaluations within the IncentEU project, in which Aiguasol serves as technical partner.
• AMB (Àrea Metropolitana de Barcelona)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMB contributes a regional case study in Barcelona for the IncentEU project, examining DHC deployment at different stages. Aiguasol supports the design of systems and feasibility analyses.
• SEFA (Sustainable Energy Finance Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEFA acts as financial expert within the IncentEU project, responsible for financial modeling, capacity building, and dissemination of results. Aiguasol coordinates the project with SEFA's financial expertise.
• EGIS ConseilminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEGIS Conseil serves as a technical partner in the IncentEU project, supporting system design, feasibility analyses, and implementation strategies.
• EnergyMentorminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEnergyMentor serves as a technical partner in the IncentEU project based in Estonia (Tallinn), supporting DHC feasibility assessments.
• Strasbourg EurométropoleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrasbourg contributes a regional case study within the IncentEU project for DHC deployment comparison across European regions.
• Tallinn MunicipalityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTallinn contributes a regional case study within the IncentEU project, examining DHC deployment in Estonia.
• Depuración de Aguas del Mediterráneo, S.L.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in the REGENERA consortium, contributing to the development of WWTP energy modeling and biomethane valorization.
• SoriguéminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the REGENERA consortium; Aiguasol conducted energy diagnosis and improvement strategies for Sorigué's asphalt production process.
• ENGIEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the REGENERA consortium bringing energy company expertise to renewable storage and biomethane projects.
• ExolumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the REGENERA consortium, contributing to biomethane and green hydrogen infrastructure analysis.
• Leitat Technological CenterminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner in the REGENERA consortium providing technological research and development support.
• HidroquimiaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner in the REGENERA consortium contributing water treatment expertise.
• BarrizarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the LOCALRES project case study at Ispaster (Ekogella energy community), providing local energy community expertise.
• CENTRICAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the LOCALRES project at Ispaster, contributing to smart energy management and flexibility services.
• FLEXENSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the LOCALRES project at Ispaster, contributing to energy community optimization and flexibility.
• VTT Technical Research Centre of FinlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the LOCALRES project contributing research expertise to energy community case studies.
• TecnaliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Aiguasol to support and advise the Ekogella energy community in Ispaster (Basque Country).
• HOUSEFUL ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAiguasol led the GRETA Green Wall initiative as part of the Horizon 2020 HOUSEFUL Project, an EU-funded consortium developing 11 circular solutions for the housing sector covering water, waste, energy, and materials.
• INCASÒL (Institut Català del Sòl)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerINCASÒL owns the building in Sant Quirze del Vallès where the GRETA Green Wall was installed by Aiguasol, managed by the Catalan Housing Agency.
• Civic EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCross-sectional service for the creation and management of energy communities. Aiguasol collaborated with Civic Energy on the Poblenou energy community consulting and dynamization.
• La Mirada CooperativaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Aiguasol and Civic Energy on the Poblenou energy community, providing legal guidance and public tendering support.
• Azimut 360minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Aiguasol and Civic Energy on the Poblenou energy community project.
• AESS (Energy Agencies for Sustainable Development)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organized the IncentEU/PLAN4CET technical site visit to Districlima and Ca l'Alier Innovation Center, representing sustainable energy agencies.
• L'oliveraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation partner in the 'Luz de todos' hydroelectric project in San Pablo, Guatemala, alongside Aiguasol and Tandem Social.
• Tandem SocialminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation partner in the 'Luz de todos' hydroelectric project in San Pablo, Guatemala, alongside Aiguasol and L'olivera.
• H2020 AURORAL ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAiguasol participates in the H2020 AURORAL project (2021–2025), a European initiative focusing on digital transformation of rural areas through smart community platforms. The project published a scientific paper in ScienceDirect.
• Menorca 2030 Climate Transition Office (OTC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLed the first Energy Communities Conference in Menorca. Aiguasol presented three technical studies on solar potential, load curves, and economic planning tools for energy communities in Menorca.
• La Mirada CooperativaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvided legal guidance to municipalities on tendering photovoltaic energy to energy communities, supporting Aiguasol's Menorca solar potential study.
• Horizon 2020 HOUSEFUL ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAiguasol participated in the Horizon 2020 HOUSEFUL project (2018–2023), developing the Building Circularity Methodology (BCM) published on the EU BUILD UP platform. The project developed 11 circular solutions across four demonstration buildings.
• Energy Agency of BarcelonaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated in the founding of the Energy Community of Poblenou, providing institutional support alongside Aiguasol's technical expertise.
• Quatre Cantons InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost of the 58 kWp photovoltaic installation for the Poblenou energy community, providing the roof space for renewable energy generation shared with neighboring residents.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• RINA Consulting: Engineering consultancy offering energy, environment, and certification services across Europe. Overlaps with Aiguasol in energy audits, environmental certification (LEED/BREEAM), and EU-funded energy projects.
• IDOM: Spanish-headquartered engineering and consulting firm active across energy, buildings, and industrial decarbonization. Direct overlap with Aiguasol in Spanish energy consultancy and EU R&D participation, with a substantially larger workforce.
• WSP: Global professional services firm with a major energy and sustainability practice spanning buildings, district energy, and LCA. Overlaps with Aiguasol's advisory offering but serves clients through a much broader international footprint.
• Arup: Global engineering consultancy with deep built-environment and energy transition practices. Comparable to Aiguasol in buildings energy modeling, district energy, and LCA advisory, though operating at vastly greater scale and offering a much broader service portfolio.
• Tecnalia Research & Innovation: Basque applied research center active in energy, bioenergy, and EU R&D projects. Directly comparable as a regional partner ecosystem actor in projects like LOCALRES, and overlapping with Aiguasol in bioenergy and energy community research.
• Tractebel (ENGIE Consulting): Engineering consultancy within the ENGIE group covering energy, district heating and cooling, and sustainable buildings. Closely comparable to Aiguasol in district energy and energy transition advisory, particularly in European public-sector engagements.

Direct peers

• EcoAct (an ATOS company): Sustainability and climate consultancy advising on carbon strategy, energy efficiency, and ESG. Comparable to Aiguasol's sustainability consulting practice and energy-community/transition engagements, though typically larger and broader in scope.
• Trama TecnoAmbiental: Spanish energy and sustainability cooperative providing energy consulting, audits, and applied research. Highly comparable to Aiguasol in cooperative structure, regional focus on Catalonia and Spain, and service offering across buildings, renewables, and energy communities.

Emerging players

• CIRCE (Centro de Investigación de Recursos y Consumos Energéticos): Spanish research center specializing in energy efficiency, renewable integration, and circular economy. Overlaps with Aiguasol in applied R&D and Spanish/EU-funded energy projects, with deeper specialization in industrial efficiency.

Others

• ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability: Global network supporting cities on sustainability, energy transition, and climate resilience planning. Comparable as an ecosystem participant serving the same municipal and public administration client base that Aiguasol supports in district energy and energy communities.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

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