EcoLearn

What EcoLearn does

EcoLearn is a Paris-based professional training organization specializing in sustainability, corporate social responsibility (RSE), and ESG education for the French and broader European market. Founded in 2019 (with roots in the predecessor MasterClass 21 program launched in 2010 by co-founder Patrick d'Humiéres), the company operates as both a training organization and a resource center, delivering in-person and distance learning programs to individual professionals, enterprises, consultants, and educational institutions. Its primary product lines include the MasterClass Direction Durable (a 10-month premium certification program priced at €6,100 HT and registered under Titre RS6761), the Boîte à Impact (a proprietary gamified collective intelligence workshop tool with Déclic and Double Mat' formats), a catalog of 32 self-paced e-learning modules totaling 300+ hours of content, and a library of downloadable sustainability studies. EcoLearn holds Qualiopi certification, making its programs eligible for OPCO, CPF, and France Travail financing.

The company's underlying technology stack is a conventional SaaS composition rather than a proprietary platform: the e-learning catalog, registration, scheduling, payment, and CPF dossier management run on Dendreo LMS; the 2,000+ member alumni community is hosted on Circle; live sessions use Google Meet; and hosting is provided by Infomaniak in Switzerland under GDPR-compliant data transfer mechanisms. EcoLearn's defensible asset is its curated human-expert-led content (50+ instructors from Kering, L'Oréal, Decathlon, Microsoft France, WWF France, MAIF) and its community flywheel rather than underlying platform technology.

EcoLearn's business model is a hybrid of self-serve, premium certification, and B2B services. Revenue is generated through (1) unit-priced e-learning modules sold directly online (e.g., €50 HT for the SBTI module), (2) bundled premium certification programs such as the MasterClass Direction Durable, (3) custom INTRA enterprise training sold via a consultative sales motion with quote-based pricing, and (4) Boîte à Impact animator certification (€600 HT) plus per-table royalties (€200 HT Déclic, €950 HT Double Mat'). The go-to-market combines product-led growth for individual learners, a community-led referral loop via the alumni network, and sales-led outreach for enterprise INTRA engagements and educational institution partnerships (ECopia, IMWI). The company is privately held as a SAS, has 1-10 employees, and does not disclose revenue.

Name

EcoLearn

Legal name

ECOEARN SAS

Website

https://ecolearn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EcoLearn is a Paris-based professional training organization delivering sustainability and ESG (RSE) education to individuals, enterprises, consultants, and educational institutions through certified programs (MasterClass Direction Durable), a proprietary gamified workshop tool (Boîte à Impact), and 32 self-paced e-learning modules, supported by a 2,000+ member alumni community.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. E-learning module sales: Individual self-serve e-learning modules are sold directly online at fixed per-module prices (e.g., 50€ for the SBTI module). Customers can purchase via the Dendreo-powered e-commerce platform.
2. Instructor-led training programs: Multi-session training programs such as the MasterClass Direction Durable (6,100€ HT) and other certification programs are sold as bundled offerings, combining e-learning with in-person/virtual sessions and expert facilitation.
3. INTRA enterprise training: Custom in-company training programs (INTRA) tailored for specific organizations, with pricing defined in individual proposals. These are multi-learner programs billed per organization.
4. Boîte à Impact certification and licensing: Trainers and consultants pay for certification to become certified Boîte à Impact facilitators (600€ HT for Déclic). Certified facilitators then pay royalties to EcoLearn for each table deployed (200€ HT per table for Déclic, 950€ HT for Double Mat') and are expected to charge clients 2,200€+ HT for a Déclic workshop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

EcoLearn is a French Qualiopi-certified professional training organization that designs and delivers sustainability and corporate social responsibility (RSE) education. Its core offerings include the MasterClass Direction Durable (a 10-month premium certification program with Titre RS6761), the Boîte à Impact gamified workshop suite, an asynchronous e-learning catalog of 32+ modules covering the full ESG spectrum, and customized INTRA enterprise training programs delivered both in-person and remotely.

Product overview

EcoLearn is a professional training organization and resource center specializing in sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The company offers a multi-format training ecosystem comprising (1) the MasterClass Direction Durable - a 10-month premium certification program, (2) Boîte à Impact - a suite of gamified collective intelligence workshops including Déclic and Double Mat' formats for ESG analysis, (3) 32 asynchronous e-learning modules covering topics like CSRD, climate action, biodiversity, circular economy, and sustainable finance, and (4) a downloadable resource library with research studies on sustainable competencies and stakeholder engagement. All trainees gain access to the EcoLearn Community platform for ongoing alumni networking and knowledge sharing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Boîte à Impact: An interactive collective intelligence workshop designed to facilitate understanding of sustainability issues and drive action in organizations. Available in two formats: 'Déclic' (a short format for awareness) and 'Double Mat'' (an expert format for double materiality analysis).
• EcoLearn Hub
• MasterClass Direction Durable

Products and services

• MasterClass Direction Durable Premium 10-month certification program (1 day/month in-person + 35h online) covering 360° sustainability leadership for professionals. Includes 10 sessions with 50+ expert speakers, practical study cases, and Titre RS6761 certification. Priced at 6,100€ HT (7,320€ TTC), with alumni discounts available.
• Boîte à Impact Workshop Suite Gamified collective intelligence workshop using cards and game mechanics to engage organizations in sustainability transformation. Available in two formats: Déclic (1-day introductory awareness format) and Double Mat' (4-hour advanced format for CSRD-aligned double materiality analysis). Facilitator certification available; certified animators pay royalties per table deployed.
• EcoLearn E-learning Module Catalog Asynchronous self-paced online courses covering sustainability topics including CSRD, climate action, biodiversity, circular economy, sustainable finance, ESG reporting, and social issues. Includes 32 modules totaling 300+ hours of modular content sold individually (e.g., SBTI module at 50€ HT).
• INTRA Enterprise Training Programs Custom in-company training programs tailored to specific organizations, combining e-learning with in-person/virtual sessions and expert facilitation. Designed to raise sustainability awareness and build internal competencies across teams, managers, and executives. Pricing defined in individual proposals; funding routed through OPCO.
• Boîte à Impact Déclic Animator Certification One-day certification training (7 hours) for consultants and internal facilitators seeking to become certified Boîte à Impact Déclic animators. Covers collective intelligence techniques, game mechanics, and customization for client-specific workshops. Priced at 600€ HT (720€ TTC), with 400€ HT alumni rate.
• Boîte à Impact Double Mat' Animator Specialization Four-hour advanced online certification training for Boîte à Impact animators seeking to conduct double materiality analysis workshops aligned with CSRD reporting requirements. Prerequisites: Boîte à Impact Déclic completion and CSRD knowledge. Priced at 300€ HT (360€ TTC).

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% average success rate across all certifying training programs.
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CirclecoreTechnology or IntegrationCircle is the community platform host for EcoLearn's alumni community. It enables peer discussions, event hosting, content sharing, and ongoing engagement with 2,000+ members. EcoLearn uses Circle to manage its community ecosystem post-training.
• DendreocoreTechnology or IntegrationDendreo is the SaaS training management platform powering EcoLearn's e-learning catalog, registration, scheduling, payment processing, and learner tracking. It integrates with EDOF for CPF management and provides an online training calendar.
• MR21minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcoLearn collaborated with MR21 on a joint study: 'Rapport sur les parties prenantes de l'entreprise' (Stakeholder Report), co-produced to provide a framework for stakeholder engagement and sustainable governance.
• Académie Durable InternationaleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcoLearn partnered with the Académie Durable Internationale to produce the study 'Définition et mesure de la durabilité d'un modèle d'entreprise', providing a structured framework for assessing corporate sustainability.
• Patrick d'HumièrescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPatrick d'Humières, co-founder of EcoLearn, is a renowned sustainability expert, Sciences Po professor, and former director of Master Class 21. He serves as pedagogical director and contributes thought leadership and brand credibility. He is a contributor to Global Compact, IIRC, ISO 26000, and international RSE coalitions.
• EcoPIAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEcoPIA integrates EcoLearn's digital sustainability resources into its own Master Responsable RSE program, reselling/embedding EcoLearn content within its educational offerings.
• IMWIminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIMWI partnered with EcoLearn to train its managers in sustainability as a strategic initiative designed to accompany transitions to positive impact.
• BiocodexminorOthersBiocodex engaged EcoLearn for a custom sustainability awareness session for its COMEX members, going beyond a standard Climate Fresque to engage on complex topics and co-construct an RSE action plan.
• InfomaniakcoreTechnology or IntegrationInfomaniak is EcoLearn's web hosting provider. Data is stored on Infomaniak servers located in Switzerland, with GDPR-compliant transfer mechanisms (standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other safeguards).

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Utopies: Established French sustainability consultancy offering strategic advisory alongside training and capability-building programs. Comparable to EcoLearn's enterprise offerings but with broader consulting depth and longer market presence.
• Cegos: Large international professional training group with a significant French footprint that has expanded into sustainability, RSE, and CSRD training. Comparable in training delivery model and Qualiopi-equivalent quality certification but at substantially larger scale.
• Greenflex: Major French ESG and sustainable performance consultancy (acquired by EY) that delivers training programs as part of broader transformation engagements. Overlaps with EcoLearn's INTRA sustainability training and CSRD advisory.

Direct peers

• Novethic: French research and training center for sustainable finance and ESG, offering professional certification programs and resource libraries. Overlaps with EcoLearn's sustainable finance modules and CSRD training for finance professionals.
• Kermadec: French CSR and sustainable development consultancy offering training and transformation support to organizations and consultancies. Directly competes with EcoLearn's professional and consultant training segments.
• Carbone 4: French climate and sustainability consultancy with a training arm offering climate strategy, carbon accounting, and ESG courses. Comparable to EcoLearn in target audience and premium professional training positioning.
• B&L Evolution: French sustainability consultancy that delivers training, coaching, and transformation programs for organizations pursuing CSR strategies. Competes directly with EcoLearn in the French enterprise RSE training segment.
• Des Enjeux et des Hommes (EdH): French CSR and sustainability training organization offering certification programs and workshops for professionals and enterprises. Highly comparable in scope, target audience, and positioning to EcoLearn's MasterClass and INTRA offerings.

Emerging players

• Greenly: French-headquartered carbon accounting and ESG SaaS platform that has expanded into educational content and training for sustainability teams. Adjacent to EcoLearn's e-learning and CSRD content offerings but primarily a software company.
• La Fresque du Climat: French non-profit behind the globally deployed Climate Fresk workshop tool — a collective intelligence card game for climate awareness. Direct conceptual analogue to EcoLearn's Boîte à Impact, but focused exclusively on climate rather than full ESG materiality.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/ecolearn-ecole

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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