Schulte Energie & Techniek

What Schulte Energie & Techniek does

Schulte Energie & Techniek is a privately held, family-owned Dutch installation company headquartered in Denekamp, Overijssel, operating exclusively in the Twente region. Founded in 1999 (firmographics) with company-history materials stating 2012, the company delivers integrated energy solutions for residential customers, businesses, and housing corporations, including solar panels, EV charging stations (Zaptec, Wallbox, Easee, Alfen), home and commercial battery storage (Fox ESS, AlphaESS), and a proprietary Home Energy Management System called SlimmeRik. The company has completed over 10,000 solar installations and equipped more than 1,200 homes through its housing corporation partnership with Mijande Wonen.

The company's technical core is SlimmeRik, a HEMS that connects solar inverters (SolarEdge, GoodWE, Huawei, SMA, Fronius, Solis, Solax), home batteries, and EV chargers, making optimization decisions every two seconds based on weather forecasts, solar yield predictions, consumption forecasts, dynamic energy tariffs from Sunergy, and battery state-of-charge. SlimmeRik enables automated trading on EPEX and balancing markets, positioning the company beyond pure installation into energy-market participation. For larger commercial projects (e.g., Dutch Shape, Capfun), Schulte integrates third-party EMS platforms (Withthegrid, Envitron) to manage battery fleets of 400-500 kW. Differentiators include InstallQ and VCA certifications, full turnkey delivery spanning advisory, installation, subsidy handling (ISDE, SDE++, KIA, EIA, MIA, 0% BTW), and a 9+ customer satisfaction rating.

The business model is primarily one-time installation revenue (€4,000-€12,000 per solar system, EV chargers from €1,695), supplemented by service and maintenance contracts, a dynamic energy contract referral stream via Sunergy, and an E-Flux eMobility platform for managed EV charging. Go-to-market is consultative and field-based, combining in-home advisory visits, monthly information evenings, and B2B partnerships with housing corporations (Mijande Wonen), construction firms (Ter Steege Bouw Vastgoed, Vasterink, Wissink, van Rijn), and regional energy initiatives (LochemEnergie).

Name

Schulte Energie & Techniek

Legal name

Schulte Energie & Techniek

Website

https://www.schulte-energie-techniek.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Schulte Energie & Techniek is a Dutch family-owned installer in Twente delivering solar panels, EV chargers, batteries, and its proprietary SlimmeRik HEMS to residential, business, and housing corporation customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Renewable energy installation services

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ), Energy Management Systems & Plant Controllers (PPC, AGC Participation, Curtailment Control) (EUAMAIAI), Microgrid, DER & Building Electrification Energy Controls (Solar/Storage/EV Load Orchestration) (BPABAGAJ)

Keywords

• Solar panel installation
• EV charging stations
• Home battery storage
• Energy management systems
• Renewable energy solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Denekamp

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solar panel sales and installation: One-time sale and installation of solar panel systems for residential and commercial customers. Includes full system design, mounting, inverter, cabling, and grid connection. Revenue is recognized upfront at installation.
2. EV charging station installation: Sale and installation of home and business EV charging points (Wallbox, Zaptec, Easee brands). Includes installation, cabling, meter box connection, and commissioning.
3. Home and business battery systems: Sale and installation of energy storage systems (thuisbatterijen) for residential and commercial use. Batteries can also be used for trading on EPEX/balancing markets.
4. Energy management system (HEMS/EMS): Sale and installation of SlimmeRik HEMS for smart energy steering. Integrated with dynamic energy contracts for optimal energy trading and consumption.
5. Service and maintenance: Ongoing service and maintenance contracts including solar panel cleaning, maintenance inspections, bird blocker installation, and fault repair.
6. Dynamic energy contracts (via Sunergy): Referral/comission from Sunergy for dynamic energy contracts. Customers benefit from hourly energy market pricing, and Schulte earns a referral fee or partnership commission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Schulte Energie & Techniek sells, designs, and installs complete renewable energy systems including solar PV panels, EV charging stations, and home and business battery storage for customers in the Dutch Twente region. The company also deploys its proprietary SlimmeRik Home Energy Management System (HEMS) to automatically optimize energy flows across solar, battery, EV charger, and dynamic grid tariffs. Service offerings include post-installation maintenance, subsidy administration, and referral-based dynamic energy contracts through Sunergy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zonnepanelen (Solar Panel Systems) Design, supply, and installation of monocrystalline solar panel systems for residential and commercial properties in the Twente region. Includes full system design, mounting, inverter, cabling, and grid connection, with pricing typically €4,000–€12,000 and 0% BTW available for residential customers.
• Laadpunten (EV Charging Stations) Sale and installation of home and business EV charging points from Zaptec, Wallbox, and Easee brands. Includes installation, cabling, meter box connection, and commissioning, with optional integration with the SlimmeRik HEMS for solar-powered charging.
• Thuisbatterij (Home Battery Storage) Sale and installation of residential home battery storage systems that store solar energy for later self-consumption, provide backup power, and can trade surplus energy on energy markets. Quote-based pricing depending on capacity and installation requirements.
• Zakelijke Energie Opslag (Commercial Battery Storage) Design and installation of large-scale battery energy storage systems for businesses, including peak shaving, backup power, and active trading on energy markets. Examples include 500 kW / 1,075 kWh and 400 kW / 860 kWh Fox ESS systems integrated with EMS platforms.
• SlimmeRik Home Energy Management System (HEMS) Proprietary Home Energy Management System that automatically orchestrates energy flows across solar panels, home batteries, EV chargers, and the grid using real-time optimization. Integrated with dynamic energy contracts from Sunergy and compatible with SolarEdge, Huawei, SMA, Fronius, GoodWE, Solis, and Solax inverters. Sold as part of a complete energy solution on a quote basis.
• Service en Onderhoud (Service and Maintenance) Ongoing service and maintenance contracts for installed solar, battery, and EV charging systems, including cleaning, inspection, bird blocker installation, and fault repair.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of 50-70% on electricity bills with solar panels
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

AI capability2 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SunergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSunergy is a dynamic energy supplier whose energy contracts are integrated with the SlimmeRik HEMS. Together they enable customers to profit from fluctuating energy market prices. Schulte refers customers to Sunergy for dynamic energy contracts, while Sunergy's platform provides the hourly pricing data that powers SlimmeRik's optimization algorithms.
• Ter Steege Bouw VastgoedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstruction and real estate company collaborating with Schulte on solar panel installations for new-build projects in the Twente region.
• Vasterink InstallatiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInstallation company partnering with Schulte for joint solar projects in the Twente region.
• Wissink TechniekminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnical installation company collaborating with Schulte on solar energy projects in the region.
• van Rijn InstallatietechniekminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInstallation technology company partnering with Schulte for solar energy system installations.
• GreenloadminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner organization collaborating on solar energy solutions in the Twente region.
• E-FluxcoreTechnology or IntegrationE-Flux provides an eMobility platform for managing charge passes and charging stations. Through this platform, Schulte's business customers can manage all charge passes and stations from one online environment, with automatic settlement and reimbursement of charging sessions and configurable charge tariffs for employees and visitors.
• Bouwsubsidie NederlandcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSubsidy consultancy that handles subsidy applications for businesses investing in sustainable energy. Schulte works closely with Bouwsubsidie Nederland to help customers optimally utilize available government subsidies including ISDE, SDE++, KIA, EIA, and MIA.
• De CentraleminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner for fiscal handling of VAT returns on batteries. Schulte works with De Centrale for the administrative processing of VAT refunds on home batteries.
• Koninklijke OosterbergcoreTechnology or IntegrationElectro-technical wholesaler that connected Schulte with Capfun camping Eibernest for the battery energy storage solution project. Koninklijke Oosterberg acted as the intermediary that brought the parties together for the project.
• De BatterijspecialistcoreTechnology or IntegrationBattery specialist that approached Schulte to realize the Dutch Shape energy storage project. De Batterijspecialist sourced the Fox ESS battery systems that were integrated into the 500 kW installation.
• WiththegridcoreTechnology or IntegrationEnergy management system provider for the Dutch Shape battery project. Withthegrid's EMS platform intelligently controls and optimizes the five Fox ESS battery units, enabling active participation in energy markets including balancing markets and peak shaving.
• EnvitroncoreTechnology or IntegrationEnergy management system (EMS) used for the Capfun camping Eibernest project. Envitron's EMS manages the four Fox ESS batteries (400 kW / 860 kWh), intelligently integrating with an aggregated generator to prevent contracted power from being exceeded.
• LochemEnergieminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal energy initiative in Lochem working with Schulte to realize the energy transition in Lochem. LochemEnergie handles the conceptualization and community engagement while Schulte provides the technical installation expertise. Characterized by direct communication and clear agreements.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Zonneplan: Largest Dutch residential solar + battery + HEMS installer with proprietary energy management software. Closest direct competitor — same customer (Dutch homeowner), same bundled product stack (solar, battery, EV, EMS), same full-stack installation model.
• Tibber: Dutch/Nordic dynamic energy supplier integrated with smart-home energy management apps. Comparable on the HEMS + dynamic-tariff + EV charging bundle that Schulte delivers through SlimmeRik and Sunergy.
• Frank Energie: Dutch dynamic-price energy supplier offering integrated solar and battery services. Comparable customer segment and dynamic-tariff + storage value proposition that underpins SlimmeRik's optimization.

Broad incumbents

• Solarcentury: Major European solar developer (now part of Statkraft) operating in the Netherlands. Comparable on residential/commercial solar delivery but at much larger scale and with a portfolio rather than regional-services orientation.
• Eneco: Major Dutch energy company offering solar, storage, and EV-charging bundles to residential customers. Comparable end-customer and product mix but as part of a broad utility portfolio rather than a specialist installer.
• Vandebron: Dutch sustainable energy supplier serving residential customers with renewable contracts and increasingly home energy products. Comparable end-customer and sustainability positioning but without the dedicated installation footprint.
• Greenchoice: Dutch green energy supplier offering solar and battery solutions bundled with green tariffs. Comparable product/customer bundle from a utility perspective.
• Sungevity: Dutch residential and commercial solar installer (now operating under Statkraft). Comparable residential solar delivery model with broader geographic reach than Schulte.

Others

• Alfen: Dutch manufacturer of EV charging stations and energy storage systems — a key hardware supplier for Schulte's EV charging and commercial battery offerings (Schulte explicitly integrates Alfen chargers). Ecosystem partner and indirect comparable.

Regional players

• Niko: Belgian/Dutch smart-home and energy-management hardware company (HEMS-adjacent). Comparable smart-home energy controls positioning, primarily active in Belgium/Northern Europe rather than competing head-on in Twente.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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