Energie Genossenschaft Schweiz

Name

Energie Genossenschaft Schweiz

Legal name

Energie Genossenschaft Schweiz

Website

https://energiegenossenschaft.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Installation Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO), Community Solar Development & Subscription Management (EUAMAJAA), Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ)

Keywords

• Photovoltaic installation services
• Solar energy systems
• Cooperative energy
• Solar battery storage
• Balcony solar systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Bern

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solar Installation Services: Planning, installation, and commissioning of photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial buildings
2. Product Sales: Sale of solar products including ADEgeranium balcony systems, inverters, batteries, and accessories through e-commerce shop
3. Solarstrom-Abo (Solar Power Subscription): Annual subscription model for solar power delivery - 1500 kWh for singles, 4000 kWh for households, and 500 kWh self-declaration option
4. Maintenance Services: Ongoing maintenance and service for installed solar systems
5. Genossenschaftsanteile (Cooperative Shares): Sale of membership shares at 500 CHF each, granting voting rights and participation in cooperative governance

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Energie Genossenschaft Schweiz plans, installs, and maintains photovoltaic solar systems on flat roofs, pitched roofs, garage roofs, and balconies across Switzerland, supported by battery storage and collective self-consumption (ZEV) arrangements. The cooperative also sells plug-and-play ADEgeranium balcony solar kits via its online shop and operates the Stromallmend decentralized community power network with an annual solar electricity subscription. Members can purchase CHF 500 cooperative shares to participate in governance.

Product overview

Energie Genossenschaft Schweiz operates as a solar installation cooperative offering a portfolio of interconnected products and services centered on photovoltaic (PV) solar energy. The core offering is the planning and installation of Solaranlagen (photovoltaic systems) on various roof types, supported by add-on modules including Solarspeicher (battery storage) to increase self-consumption and ZEV/LEG/EVG (collective self-consumption arrangements) to enable shared solar usage across multiple households. The ADEgeranium Balkonkraftwerk sub-brand provides an accessible entry-level balcony solar product in 400 Wp and 800 Wp variants, sold directly via the shop. The Stromallmend decentralized power network underpins a Solarstrom-Abonnement subscription service through which customers receive community-generated solar electricity. Cooperative membership is available through Anteilschein EGch shares at CHF 500 each, granting governance participation rights. Wartung & Service provides ongoing maintenance for installed systems. The portfolio spans the full lifecycle from consultation and installation through to energy subscription and cooperative ownership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ADEgeranium: A balcony solar power plant product offering 400Wp (one solar module) or 800Wp (two solar modules) systems.
• Stromallmend

Products and services

• Solaranlagen (Photovoltaikanlagen) Planning and installation of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems on flat roofs, pitched roofs, garage roofs, and balconies, covering Bern, Winterthur, and Luzern. The service includes application filing, permits, and certification support for residential and small commercial properties.
• Solarspeicher (Battery Storage) Solar battery storage systems that store excess solar electricity generated during the day for use in the evening and night, increasing self-consumption and reducing electricity bills. Compatible with Fronius Reserva, BYD, and other battery systems.
• ZEV/V-ZEV/LEG/EVG (Zusammenschluss Eigenverbrauch) Collective self-consumption arrangements (Zusammenschluss Eigenverbrauch and related models) that allow multiple households or building residents to share locally generated solar electricity, managed and facilitated by the cooperative for multi-family properties.
• ADEgeranium Balkonkraftwerk A plug-and-play balcony solar system available in 400 Wp (single module) and 800 Wp (dual module) variants, designed for renters and homeowners to generate solar power without building permits, featuring European-manufactured modules and a microinverter.
• Stromallmend (Dezentrales Kraftwerk) A decentralized solar power network enabling prosumers to feed solar electricity into a shared community grid and subscribers to receive solar power via annual subscription.
• Solarstrom-Abonnement Solar electricity subscription service available in plans for individuals (1500 kWh) and households (4000 kWh), delivering renewable energy through the Stromallmend community network.
• Anteilschein EGch (Cooperative Share) Cooperative membership share priced at CHF 500, conferring voting rights and participation in governance decisions including Stromallmend pricing and profit distribution. Junior shares are also available as gifts for children.
• Wartung & Service Maintenance and service offerings for installed solar systems, providing ongoing support and monitoring for system longevity and performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,379 kWp total installed capacity
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Idée CoopérativeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Cooperative of cooperatives strengthening cooperative enterprise and networking in Switzerland. EGch has been a member since 2019, benefiting from expertise and connections.
• Over Easy SolarcoreTechnology or IntegrationNorwegian company developing, manufacturing, and delivering pre-mounted PV units for simple solar installations on green and flat roofs. Enables efficient rooftop solar deployment.
• CasafaircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlternative house association where EGch serves as solar energy and ZEV expert. Conducts 2-3 courses annually (online and in-person) and answers ZEV-related questions.
• HolzgutcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWood construction company specializing in individual timber structures with focus on craftsmanship quality and ecology. Provides complete roof renovations including rafters, with EGch handling waterproofing and PV module installation.
• Hassler EnergiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing friendship and cooperation in Graubünden region. Many joint projects have emerged from this partnership, with mutual exchange benefiting both companies.
• Soziokratie Zentrum SchweizminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTraining and consulting resource for EGch's sociocratic organizational structure. Provides moderator training, expert answers, and practical guidance for daily operations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Energie 360° AG: Swiss regional energy company serving the Zurich area with solar, heating, and e-mobility solutions, including residential PV installation. Comparable to EGch in offering integrated energy solutions to homeowners, though with broader utility roots.
• BKW Energie AG: Swiss Bern-based energy utility with a substantial residential solar EPC and storage offering, operating in the same Bern market as EGch. It is the dominant regional energy provider and a direct competitor for residential and multi-family solar installations.
• 3S Solar Plus AG: Swiss solar EPC specializing in integrated photovoltaic solutions for buildings, including roof-integrated and facade systems. Comparable to EGch in targeting rooftop and special-application solar installations on residential and commercial buildings.
• TRITEC AG: Swiss solar EPC with decades of experience in photovoltaic installations across Switzerland, comparable to EGch in offering planning, installation, and integration of PV systems. TRITEC is a longer-established direct competitor with broader scale.
• Helion Solar AG: Swiss residential and commercial solar EPC serving Swiss homeowners with end-to-end solar installation, similar to EGch's core Solaranlagen offering. Both target the same environmentally conscious residential customer with full-service installation.
• Solarmarkt GmbH: Swiss solar retailer and installer selling hardware (modules, inverters, storage) and installation services to residential and small commercial customers. Overlaps with EGch's e-commerce shop and solar installation business.

Regional players

• IWB (Industrielle Werke Basel): Basel-Stadt public energy utility with renewable energy and solar offerings. A regional incumbent in Northwestern Switzerland that competes with EGch for solar customers, though not in EGch's current geographic focus.
• EKZ (Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich): Canton of Zurich utility offering solar installation services and the 'Eigenstrom X' product referenced in EGch customer testimonials. A larger regional incumbent that occasionally partners and competes with EGch in the Zurich/Winterthur area.
• EBL Energie AG: Basel-Landschaft regional utility offering solar installation and renewable energy solutions. Comparable as a regional energy provider expanding into residential PV, though operating in a different Swiss region than EGch.
• CKW AG (Centralschweizerische Kraftwerke): Central Switzerland (Luzern) energy utility with a residential solar EPC offering. Operates in the same Luzern region as EGch and competes for the same customer base, but at larger utility scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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