Ecoterre Energy

What Ecoterre Energy does

Ecoterre Energy, operating commercially as Le Comptoir Éolien, is a French e-commerce specialist retailer of small-scale renewable energy equipment founded in 2009 and organized as a subsidiary of Groupe MADAULE. The company's product architecture is modular and catalog-driven, centered on hybrid wind+solar kits for both off-grid (site isolé) and grid-connected (autoconsommation) applications, supported by a broad assortment of horizontal and vertical axis wind turbines (including an AeroSpiral ultra-quiet line), photovoltaic panels (rigid, flexible, foldable), battery storage (lithium LiFePO4, GEL, AGM), charge controllers, hybrid and pure sine wave inverters, masts and protection equipment, plus adjacent lines in Pelton micro-hydroelectric turbines, EV charging stations and portable power stations. Technical configurations span 12V/24V/48V DC off-grid systems and 230V single-phase / 400V three-phase AC grid-tied systems.

The go-to-market model is direct-to-consumer e-commerce through comptoireolien.fr, augmented by phone-based technical consultation, multi-carrier delivery (Mondial Relay, Colissimo, Chronopost) and localized checkout across approximately 12 European countries (France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Monaco, Finland, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden). Revenue is generated entirely through one-time hardware sales at unit prices, with installment payment options (3x Klarna, 4x PayPal) and a €5-per-€100 loyalty credit; pricing tiers and revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Customers are almost exclusively residential and small-business/SMB buyers, split between off-grid use cases (chalets, cabins, refuges, isolated workshops, telecom, pumping, nomadic) and grid-connected self-consumption (households, farms, workshops seeking to reduce electricity bills). Distribution relies on content marketing, customer testimonials, newsletter and a partner blog (eoliennes-domestiques.fr). The business holds no disclosed certifications, patents, leadership details or external funding, and operates as a privately held subsidiary within a diversified French parent group.

Name

Ecoterre Energy

Legal name

Le Comptoir Éolien

Website

https://ecoterre-energy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Le Comptoir Éolien (Ecoterre Energy) is a French e-commerce retailer, founded 2009 and owned by Groupe MADAULE, selling wind turbines, solar panels, hybrid kits, batteries and EV-charging hardware to residential and SMB off-grid and self-consumption customers across roughly 12 European countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Renewable Energy Equipment

NAICS

Outdoor Power Equipment Retailers (444230)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Smart Energy Management (Meters, EV Chargers, Solar/Battery Monitors) Retail (CRACAGAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Home Energy & EV Charging (HEMS, Smart Meters, Batteries, Chargers) (HSAPAQAF)

Keywords

• Wind turbine retail
• Solar panel sales
• Hybrid renewable kits
• Off-grid power systems
• Energy storage batteries

Headquarters

HQ city

Vendargues

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Wind Turbines: Sale of wind turbines including horizontal and vertical axis models, generators, and related components
2. Product Sales - Solar Panels: Sale of solar panels including rigid, flexible, and foldable options, as well as panel lots
3. Hybrid Kit Systems: Pre-configured hybrid wind+solar kits combining multiple technologies for complete energy solutions
4. Battery Storage Solutions: Lithium LiFePO4, GEL, and AGM batteries for energy storage applications
5. Accessories and Components: Regulators, inverters, converters, cables, connectors, mounting hardware, protection equipment, meters, and measurement tools
6. Electric Vehicle Charging: Vehicle charging stations and Type 2 cables for electric vehicles
7. Hydroelectric Equipment: Pelton turbines, hydro generators, and micro-hydro components
8. Portable Power Stations: Mobile energy stations for portable power needs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Ecoterre Energy (operating as Le Comptoir Éolien) is a French e-commerce retailer specializing in renewable energy hardware. It sells hybrid wind+solar kits, individual wind turbines, photovoltaic solar panels, battery storage systems, EV charging stations, micro-hydro Pelton turbines, and supporting components (regulators, inverters, masts, protection devices) for both off-grid isolated sites and grid-connected self-consumption installations. The catalog covers 50+ product categories serving residential and small commercial customers across France and multiple European countries.

Product overview

Ecoterre Energy (Le Comptoir Éolien) operates as an e-commerce platform specializing in renewable energy hardware. The product portfolio is organized as a comprehensive catalog of components that can be purchased individually or as integrated systems. Core offerings include hybrid wind + solar kits (for both off-grid sites and grid-tied self-consumption), horizontal and vertical wind turbines, photovoltaic solar panels, and battery storage systems (lithium LiFePO4 and lead-acid GEL/AGM). These core products are complemented by essential components including MPPT/PWM charge controllers, hybrid and pure sine wave inverters, portable power stations, electric vehicle charging stations, micro-hydro Pelton turbines, and mounting/accessory products (masts, cables, protection devices). The modular architecture allows customers to purchase individual components for custom builds or pre-configured kits for specific use cases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hybrid Wind + Solar Off-Grid Kits (Kits hybrides site isolé) Pre-configured hybrid wind+solar kits for off-grid locations operating at 12V/24V/48V DC with battery storage. Designed to power cabins, chalets, remote workshops, telecommunications equipment, pumping, and nomadic uses without grid connection.
• Hybrid Wind + Solar Self-Consumption Kits (Kits hybrides autoconsommation) Pre-configured hybrid wind+solar kits for grid-connected self-consumption installations, available in single-phase (230V) or three-phase (400V) configurations for residential and commercial buildings, with optional battery storage.
• Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbines (Éoliennes horizontales) Horizontal-axis wind turbines available in 12V, 24V, and 48V configurations for various power requirements and installation contexts.
• Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines (Éoliennes verticales) Vertical-axis wind turbines available in 12V, 24V, and 48V configurations, including the AeroSpiral ultra-silent design model.
• Solar Photovoltaic Panels (Panneaux solaires photovoltaïques) Photovoltaic solar panels including rigid, flexible, foldable, 12V, and 24V models for various installation requirements.
• Lithium LiFePO4 Batteries (Batteries lithium LiFePO4) Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries for energy storage in hybrid wind+solar and solar-only systems.
• GEL / AGM Batteries (Batteries GEL / AGM) Sealed lead-acid batteries in GEL and AGM variants for energy storage applications.
• Portable Power Stations (Stations d'énergie portables) Mobile energy stations for portable power needs and backup power applications.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (Stations de recharge véhicules électriques) EV charging stations and Type 2 cables for home and commercial electric vehicle charging.
• Pelton Micro-Hydro Turbines (Turbines Pelton / micro-hydro) Pelton wheel turbines and micro-hydro generators for small-scale hydroelectric power generation, including replacement spoons/wheels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Electricity consumption can be significantly reduced with wind+solar installation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• eoliennes-domestiques.frminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 September 2023Partner blog site providing content and education about domestic wind energy. Blog partner site that promotes wind energy solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Renogy: US-based retailer specializing in solar panels, batteries, charge controllers, and complete off-grid renewable energy kits. Direct overlap in product categories and DTC e-commerce business model serving residential/SMB off-grid customers.
• EcoFlow: Portable power stations and solar panel retailer with strong DTC e-commerce presence. Comparable product mix around portable power stations, solar panels, and battery storage, with overlapping target customer of energy-conscious residential users.
• Jackery: Portable power station and solar panel retailer with global DTC e-commerce presence. Overlaps with Ecoterre in portable power stations and complementary solar products, with similar residential/outdoor customer base.
• Aeolos Wind Turbine: Small wind turbine manufacturer offering horizontal and vertical axis turbines for residential and commercial use. Directly comparable to Ecoterre's wind turbine product line with similar customer use cases for off-grid and grid-connected applications.
• Victron Energy: Dutch manufacturer of off-grid power systems including inverters, solar charge controllers, batteries, and monitoring. Highly comparable product portfolio for off-grid and self-consumption customers, with similar modular component architecture.
• Goal Zero: US-based portable power station and solar panel retailer serving outdoor and emergency backup customers. Comparable product mix and DTC business model, though with stronger outdoor/adventure market positioning.
• Bluetti: Portable power station and solar panel manufacturer/retailer. Direct peer in the portable power station category and overlapping customer base of off-grid and emergency backup users.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: French global incumbent in energy management and automation. Overlaps with Ecoterre through residential solar inverters, EV charging solutions, and home energy management offerings, though as part of a much broader portfolio.
• SMA Solar Technology: German solar inverter manufacturer serving residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. Broad incumbent in renewable energy with overlapping inverter and grid-tie products, though focused on larger installations than Ecoterre.
• Fronius International: Austrian solar inverter and welding technology manufacturer. Broad incumbent in solar energy equipment with overlapping inverter and grid-tie products for residential and commercial European customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Ecoterreenergie

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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