What Be-Energy Chile does

Be-Energy Chile is a privately held Chilean renewable-energy company founded in 2013 that designs, manufactures, and deploys mobile solar power solutions for industrial customers operating in off-grid or remote environments. Originally founded as BeLight by three Universidad Diego Portales classmates focused on LED lighting, the company rebranded to Be Energy in 2019 as it pivoted toward solar, and now manufactures its product portfolio in a dedicated Buin factory serving the mining (70%), construction (20%), and agriculture (10%) sectors. Its product line spans mobile solar towers (lighting, surveillance with computer vision, communication, and volumetric scanning), solar-powered road signage, transportable photovoltaic plants with integrated battery storage, container-based solar roof systems, mobile solar trailers, and the recently launched Potenciador Generador Híbrido — a hybrid generator booster that reduces diesel consumption by up to 70-80%. The company's technology stack integrates lithium batteries (BYD), Victron Energy inverter-chargers and VRM remote monitoring, and Starlink connectivity in select products.

Be-Energy generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales (solar lighting towers priced at approximately $12-14M CLP), supplemented by monthly equipment rentals (arriendo), leasing and 12-month credit financing, technical service and spare-parts sales, and a circular-economy reconditioning program that converts decommissioned diesel towers into solar units. Its go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales into large mining and construction operators — with named customers including CODELCO, BHP, SQM, Acciona, Antofagasta Mineral, Echeverria Izquierdo, and Salfa Montaje — alongside a nine-location domestic concessionary network and international distributors in Peru and Colombia, supported by an online rental quoting platform. The company has raised approximately $5 million USD from angel investors and projects unicorn status within three years, with stated expansion plans across additional LATAM markets.

Name

Be-Energy Chile

Legal name

Be-Energy Chile

Website

https://be-energy.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Solar Energy Equipment

NAICS

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing (335), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing (EUAMAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB), Energy Storage Components for Renewables Manufacturing (BESS Packs, PCS, Thermal Management) (EUAMAHAI), Renewable Energy Industrial Facilities Construction (Solar, Wind, Storage) (IMAFADAD), Renewable Manufacturing Materials & Subcomponents (Glass, EVA/Backsheet, Composites, Magnets) (EUAMAHAL), Battery Second-Life & Refurbishment (Repurposing for Stationary Storage) (EUAMALAF)

Keywords

• Mobile solar towers
• Solar power equipment
• Renewable energy systems
• Hybrid generator boosters
• Industrial solar solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solar Tower and Equipment Sales: Sale of transportable solar towers (lighting, surveillance, communication, volumetric scanner), photovoltaic plants, solar trailers, solar roof containers, signaletics, and hybrid generator boosters. One-time hardware purchase model. Product prices range from approximately $12,000,000 to $14,000,000 CLP for solar lighting towers. Primary revenue driver.
2. Rental/Arriendo (Equipment Rental): Monthly rental of solar solutions for customers seeking to reduce energy costs without upfront capital expenditure. Online quoting system available. Ideal for short-term projects or companies testing solar solutions before purchase commitment.
3. Financing (Leasing and Credit): Financing options including leasing and 12-month credit plans to facilitate customer access to renewable energy technologies and reduce upfront cost barriers.
4. Technical Services and Maintenance: Technical service, maintenance, repair, and inspection of solar systems. Includes spare parts sales (panels, inverters, batteries, cables). Field training for technicians and users on installation, maintenance, and operation. Energy advisory services for consumption optimization.
5. Circular Economy - Tower Reconditioning: Take diesel towers in disuse from customers as partial payment, refurbish and convert to solar, return to operation. Revenue from conversion service plus residual value from recovered materials. Each unit saves ~10 million CLP/year in fuel and maintenance costs for customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Be-Energy Chile designs, manufactures, and deploys mobile solar-powered solutions for industrial sites, primarily serving mining, construction, and agriculture sectors. The product portfolio includes transportable solar towers (lighting, surveillance, communication, volumetric scanning), solar signage, hybrid generator boosters, transportable photovoltaic plants, container-based solar roof systems, and solar trailers. The company also operates a circular economy program that reconverts end-of-life diesel towers into solar-powered units and offers rental, financing, training, spare parts, and technical services.

Product overview

Be-Energy Chile is a Chilean renewable energy company founded in 2013 that designs, manufactures, and deploys mobile solar-powered solutions primarily for the mining, construction, and agricultural sectors. The product portfolio is organized into four categories: (1) Torres Móviles — mobile solar towers for illumination, surveillance, communication, and volumetric scanning; (2) Señaléticas Solares — solar-powered road signage including traffic lights and variable message displays; (3) Generadores Móviles — mobile energy generators including transportable photovoltaic plants, the Potenciador Generador Híbrido (a diesel-hybrid optimization device that reduces fuel consumption by up to 80%), the Solar Roof container-based solar system, and the Solar Trailer (a fully equipped mobile dining facility); and (4) Electrolineras — electric vehicle charging stations (mobile and fixed). All products are manufactured in Be-Energy's factory in Buin, Chile, and supported by a range of services including financing, training, spare parts, rental, customization, energy advisory, and technical service. The company also operates a circular economy program that reconverts end-of-life diesel towers into solar-powered units.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Torre Solar de Iluminación (Solar Lighting Tower) A mobile solar-powered lighting tower designed for remote sites and mining operations, featuring LED projectors (180 lm/W), a 7-meter telescopic mast, 16,000 Ah battery capacity, and up to 24 hours of autonomy. Includes a mining safety kit and IP67-rated protection. Priced at approximately $12,000,000-$14,000,000 CLP with payback in about 2 years.
• Torre Solar de Vigilancia (Solar Surveillance Tower) A mobile solar-powered surveillance tower equipped with an HD PTZ camera featuring person tracking, vehicle tracking, facial recognition, and automatic alerts. Supports Starlink connectivity for live video streaming and real-time monitoring via mobile or web platforms. Designed to operate 24/7 on solar and battery power in extreme weather conditions.
• Torre Solar de Comunicación (Solar Communication Tower) A solar-powered communication tower providing autonomous connectivity in remote areas without access to the electrical grid. Features a 7-meter telescopic mast, optional satellite antenna, and compatibility with VHF/UHF radios, satellite links, and private communication networks. Operates 24/7 with minimal maintenance.
• Torre Solar Escáner Volumétrico (Solar Volumetric Scanner Tower) A mobile solar tower integrating laser or photographic volumetric scanning technology to measure haul truck load volumes with high precision. Features a 7-meter adjustable/telescopic mast, four 660W bifacial solar panels, 1,200Ah batteries, and supports connectivity via modem or Starlink. Automatically captures data for fleet management and inventory control systems with no manual intervention required.
• Señaléticas Solares (Solar Signage) A line of solar-powered road safety signs including variable message displays (LED screens), traffic lights (48V solar), and directional arrow signs. Models include the Flecha Vial (4m mast, 330W panel, 400Ah batteries, 32-hour autonomy), Pantalla LED (450W panel, 800Ah batteries), and Semáforo (48V). All operate autonomously, require minimal maintenance, and are visible 24/7 without grid connection.
• Potenciador Generador Híbrido (Hybrid Generator Booster)

Quantifiable outcome

• Diesel savings of 7,500,000 CLP/year per solar lighting tower (365-day operation), with total annual savings of approximately 10,000,000 CLP (75% diesel reduction, 25% maintenance reduction)
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability8 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Victron EnergycoreTechnology or Integration · 4 September 2024Dutch technology company with 50+ years developing energy solutions. Provided inverter-charger technology for the Potenciador Híbrido. Three inverter-chargers inside the unit enable battery charging from generator energy. Specialist Heraldo Jara participated in Be Energy's Potenciador launch event. Also provides VRM remote monitoring platform used across all Be Energy products. Critical technology partnership for hybrid system functionality.
• VECAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic local partner with presence in Antofagasta (northern Chile mining region). Sells and rents Be Energy solar solutions. Critical for market access in the key mining sector. VECA also has international contacts enabling Be Energy's export plans to Peru, Colombia, and Costa Rica. Described as 'an incredible partner' by company leadership.
• BYDmajorTechnology or IntegrationBYD lithium batteries used in Solar Trailer products. Each trailer uses 5 BYD lithium batteries (5.4 kWh each) for total of 27 kWh storage capacity. BYD is a major global EV and battery manufacturer providing high-quality battery technology for Be Energy's mobile storage solutions.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Mobile Solar Inc: US manufacturer of mobile solar generators and trailers for off-grid applications. Closely comparable to Be-Energy's Tráiler Solar product.
• BoxEnergy: Provider of containerized solar-plus-storage solutions for remote and industrial applications. Direct comparability with Be-Energy's Solar Roof container-based systems and Planta Fotovoltaica Transportable.
• SunWize: US-based manufacturer of mobile and industrial solar power systems including containerized solutions. Overlaps with Be-Energy's mobile PV and solar container product lines.
• HCI Energy: US-based provider of mobile, hybrid solar+storage power systems for military, disaster response, and remote sites. Comparable to Be-Energy's transportable photovoltaic plant and trailer-based offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Generac Mobile Products: Global supplier of mobile generators and mobile lighting towers. Overlaps with Be-Energy's mobile generator and tower product lines in industrial and event use cases.
• Aggreko: World-leading provider of temporary and mobile power generation, including hybrid and battery energy storage solutions for mining and large industrial sites. Competes with Be-Energy's transportable PV plants and hybrid generator boosters in remote industrial power.
• Atlas Copco: Global industrial manufacturer with a broad mobile lighting, power, and compressor portfolio serving mining and construction. A broad incumbent whose mobile lighting solutions overlap directly with Be-Energy's solar towers.
• PowerSecure (Generac): Distributed energy solutions provider (now part of Generac) offering microgrids, solar+storage, and hybrid power systems for industrial customers. Comparable in scope to Be-Energy's hybrid generator and transportable plant offerings for remote sites.

Direct peers

• Trime: Italy-based manufacturer of mobile solar and hybrid lighting towers for construction, events, and mining sites. Most direct comparable in the mobile solar lighting tower category that Be-Energy's Torre Solar de Iluminación competes in.

Regional players

• Prolectric: UK-based provider of solar-powered mobile lighting towers and hybrid power units for construction and infrastructure. Comparable product set to Be-Energy's mobile towers but primarily UK-focused.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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