CARREFOUR DE L'ENERGIE

What CARREFOUR DE L'ENERGIE does

Carrefour de l'Energie (CDE) is a Martinique-based (Fort-de-France, French overseas department) residential energy-efficiency provider operating since 2014 from a single local headquarters with five employees under a private SAS structure. The company sells, installs, and services a portfolio of household energy and water solutions targeting Martinique homeowners, including Dlo Soley thermosiphon solar water heaters (200L and 300L capacities), Dlolapli monocoque rainwater harvesting tanks, DC-motor ceiling fans (brasseurs d'air), and air-conditioning maintenance contracts.

The company's technical differentiation rests on INOX 316L surgical/marine-grade stainless-steel construction across the full solar water heater (tank, sensor, hardware), thermosiphon physics that produces hot water without pumps and continues functioning in cloudy weather, anti-uplift installation for cyclone conditions, and 6-stage filtration on its rainwater tanks. The Brasseur d'Air ceiling fans use a DC motor rated at 70W max with sub-45dB noise and over 8,500 m³/h airflow. All hardware is installed by RGE-certified plumbing and electrical professionals and carries a 10-year manufacturer warranty on solar water heaters and a 5-year warranty on fans.

CDE operates a sales-led distribution model: customers reach the company primarily via telephone (0596 65 10 10), WhatsApp, Facebook/Instagram organic content, and on-site field assessment, with no online checkout. Revenue mechanics combine one-time hardware sales with embedded installation services (e.g., a 200L solar water heater listed at €1,490 including installation), recurring AC maintenance subscriptions (€25/unit/month or €55/unit annual), and government-subsidy aggregation through CTM and EDF AGIR PLUS partnerships that can offset 50-90% of equipment costs for qualifying households, plus installment financing of up to 84 months. The entire business is concentrated on the Martinique residential market.

Name

CARREFOUR DE L'ENERGIE

Legal name

Carrefour de l'Energie société par actions simplifiée

Website

https://carrefourdelenergie.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Carrefour de l'Energie is a Martinique-based residential energy-efficiency provider selling and RGE-certified installing solar water heaters, rainwater harvesting tanks, energy-efficient ceiling fans, and AC maintenance subscriptions exclusively to homeowners on the island.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Solar Water Heating & Energy Equipment

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Tankless Water Heater Installation & Service (HSAOACAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Water Heating & Treatment Appliance Retail (Water Heaters, Water Softeners, Filtration Systems) (CRACACAF)

Keywords

• Solar water heaters
• Rainwater harvesting systems
• Residential energy efficiency
• Ceiling fan installation
• Air conditioning maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort-de-France

HQ country

Martinique

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solar Water Heater Sales & Installation: One-time sale of solar water heater units (200L at 1490€ TTC, 300L model) including professional RGE-certified installation. Revenue from hardware markup and installation labor. Government subsidies (CTM, EDF bonus, Prime Rénov) reduce customer net cost and stimulate demand.
2. Professional Services: RGE-certified installation services for solar water heaters, with all installation work performed by qualified plumbing and electrical professionals. Installation includes anti-uplift guarantee.
3. Rainwater Citerne Sales & Installation: One-time sale and installation of rainwater harvesting citernes with capacities matched to household needs, supported by CTM subsidies covering 50–90% of purchase price depending on household income.
4. Ceiling Fan (Brasseur d'Air) Sales & Installation: Sale and installation of ceiling fans through EDF AGIR PLUS partner network, with immediate EDF bonus of minimum 100€ for professionally installed units.
5. Air Conditioning Maintenance Contracts: Recurring maintenance contracts for air conditioning systems: one-time 75€/unit deep cleaning service, monthly filter cleaning subscription at 25€/unit/month (Santé subscription), and annual deep-clean subscription at 55€/unit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Carrefour de l'Energie sells, professionally installs, and maintains residential energy and water-saving equipment in Martinique, with primary offerings of Dlo Soley thermosiphon solar water heaters (200L and 300L) in INOX 316L stainless steel, Dlolapli monocoque rainwater harvesting citernes with 6-stage filtration, and Brasseur d'Air energy-efficient ceiling fans. The company also provides one-time and subscription-based air conditioning cleaning and maintenance services. All hardware sales are bundled with RGE-certified installation, and the company acts as the CTM-approved intermediary that helps customers access government subsidies covering 50–90% of equipment cost.

Product overview

Carrefour de l'Energie is a Martinique-based energy solutions provider offering a portfolio of solar and water management products. The core offering is Dlo Soley solar water heaters (200L and 300L capacity) using thermosiphon technology with stainless steel 316L construction, complemented by Dlolapli rainwater harvesting tanks for household water savings. The company also provides air conditioning maintenance services (one-time cleaning and health subscription plans) and air circulator fans. All products include professional RGE-certified installation, and the company assists customers with CTM subsidies and financing options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dlo Soley: A solar-powered hot water solution brand offered by Carrefour de l'Energie, using thermosiphon technology to provide free hot water heated by the sun, with capacities of 200L and 300L.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 60% reduction in household energy expenditure for water heating
• +5 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Collectivité Territoriale de la Martinique (CTM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCarrefour de l'Energie is CTM-approved and acts as the authorized aggregator for government energy transition subsidies in Martinique. The company guides customers through CTM subsidy applications (SREP CTM covering 50–90% of equipment costs) and handles all administrative processes on behalf of customers. This partnership is the cornerstone of the company's value proposition, making solar water heaters and citernes affordable for Martinique households.
• EDF AGIR PLUScoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCarrefour de l'Energie is an EDF AGIR PLUS partner, reselling energy-efficient ceiling fans (brasseurs d'air) through the EDF energy efficiency program. EDF provides a minimum 100€ immediate bonus to customers who purchase and have the fan professionally installed. The partnership leverages EDF's brand recognition and customer trust to drive sales of energy-efficient products.
• Réseau Partenaire AGIR PLUS d'EDFcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAll ceiling fans sold and installed by Carrefour de l'Energie are part of the EDF AGIR PLUS partner network. Installation is performed by professionals from this network, ensuring quality standards and customer eligibility for EDF bonuses.
• FEVAD (Fédération du e-commerce et de la vente à distance)minorOthersCarrefour de l'Energie adheres to the FEVAD Consumer Mediation Service for dispute resolution. The company is a member of FEVAD, France's e-commerce and distance selling federation, whose mediation service (BP 20015, 75362 PARIS CEDEX 8) can be contacted for unresolved consumer disputes. This membership is a compliance requirement for distance-selling companies in France.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Emerging players

• Otovo: Otovo is a European residential solar installer using a digital platform model for customer acquisition, installation, and after-sales. Comparable as an emerging player innovating on the residential solar GTM and customer experience in a regulated, subsidy-supported market.

Broad incumbents

• ENGIE: ENGIE is a global energy major with significant operations in French overseas territories, including ENGIE Home Services for HVAC, plumbing, and energy efficiency installations. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping water heating, solar, and home energy services to residential customers, with RGE-certified installation capability.
• Akuo Energy: Akuo Energy is an established French renewable energy developer with presence in overseas territories. Comparable as a broader incumbent operating in solar and renewable energy infrastructure, including residential and distributed generation projects relevant to Martinique's energy transition.
• Voltalia: Voltalia is a French renewable energy operator present in multiple geographies including French overseas territories. Comparable as a broad incumbent in solar generation and storage, with a residential and distributed energy customer focus that overlaps with CDE's market.
• EDF (Électricité de France): EDF is the dominant electricity provider in Martinique and the partner behind the AGIR PLUS energy efficiency program. Comparable as a broad incumbent both partnering with CDE on subsidy distribution and competing for residential energy services customers in the same geography.

Direct peers

• Tenergie: Tenergie is a French renewable energy group focused on solar installations and energy transition solutions for residential and commercial customers. Comparable as a direct peer in solar installation, RGE certification positioning, and subsidy-driven residential customer acquisition in France.
• Sunzil: Sunzil is one of the leading solar photovoltaic and energy equipment installers in the French overseas territories (Martinique, Guadeloupe, Réunion, French Guiana), directly comparable to Carrefour de l'Energie in geography, customer base (residential), and renewable energy equipment installation focus.
• Heliogroupe: Heliogroupe is a French RGE-certified solar PV installer serving residential customers across France. Comparable as a direct peer in RGE-certified solar installation services, residential GTM, and government-subsidy-driven customer acquisition.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/carrefourdelenergiemartinique
• Instagraminstagram.com/carrefourdelenergie
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/carrefour-de-l'energie

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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