Envie Strasbourg

What Envie Strasbourg does

Envie Strasbourg is a non-profit association (Association de droit local Alsace/Moselle) founded in 1984 in Strasbourg, France, that operates a vertically integrated circular-economy platform for electrical and electronic equipment. The organization operates three sub-brands: Envie Strasbourg (retail of refurbished household appliances, high-tech, and repair services at its Koenigshoffen store and strasbourg.envie.org e-commerce site), Envie 2E Alsace (DEEE collection and treatment at the 24,374 m² Geispolsheim ICPE-IED facility, processing ~9,850 tonnes/year into 30+ material fractions), and Envie Autonomie (refurbished medical equipment launched in 2017). It also runs a 20,000-reference spare parts platform (pieces.envie.support), a 1,700-unit appliance rental fleet, and home repair/collection services across Bas-Rhin.

The underlying technology combines manual refurbishment (averaging 5 hours per appliance across dismantling, diagnosis, repair, cleaning, and testing) with a mechanical-plus-manual DEEE processing line and digital traceability via the government Trackdéchets platform and Bordereau de Suivi de Déchets. The organization holds WEEELABEX, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications at Geispolsheim, and Qualirepar certification for repair services.

The business model rests on five revenue streams: appliance sales (7,170 units in 2023), repair services (workshop + at-home with €15–€60 Qualirepar subsidy), equipment rental, spare parts sales (3,200 in 2023), and B2B DEEE contracts with eco-organisms (Ecosystem, Ecologic). Customers span price-sensitive individuals, eco-organisms under REP regulation, individuals with loss of autonomy, and event organizers. The 220-person workforce includes insertion employees (CDDI contracts) supported by public funding and partnerships with DREETS Grand Est, Ville de Strasbourg, and Alsace Active, making social insertion a core operational and economic feature rather than a marketing overlay.

Name

Envie Strasbourg

Legal name

Envie Strasbourg

Website

https://envie-strasbourg.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Envie Strasbourg is a 220-employee non-profit association in Alsace, France, that refurbishes and resells household appliances, operates DEEE treatment at Geispolsheim, and refurbishes medical equipment under three sub-brands, combining circular-economy activities with social-insertion employment since 1984.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Refurbished Appliances & E-Waste Recycling Services

NAICS

Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance (8114), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112), Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance (811490)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Reuse & Resale / Recommerce Operations (EUAIANAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Appliance Removal, Haul-Away & Replacement Swap (HSAGANAN)

Keywords

• Refurbished appliance retail
• Electronics repair services
• E-waste recycling operator
• Medical equipment refurbishment
• Social insertion employment

Headquarters

HQ city

Strasbourg

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Sale of Refurbished Appliances: Sale of renovated and reconditioned household appliances (large and small), high-tech products, and medical equipment at solidarity prices through the physical store and e-commerce platform. In 2023, 7,170 appliances were sold. Revenue is one-time per device.
2. Repair and After-Sales Services: Workshop and at-home repair services for multimarque appliances, charged at diagnostic + hourly labor rates. Repairs are eligible for Qualirepar state bonus (€15–€60). Workshop: €21 diagnostic + €45/hour labor. At-home: €104–€189 flat fee depending on zone.
3. Spare Parts Sales: Sale of new and second-hand spare parts through an online platform (pieces.envie.support) with over 20,000 references. Prices are 30–50% cheaper than new parts. In 2023, 3,200 spare parts were sold, including 1,400 second-hand parts from Envie's own workshops.
4. Equipment Rental: Rental of refurbished appliances (washing machines, refrigerators, etc.) in packs adapted to customer needs. In 2023, 339 appliances were rented. The active rental fleet stands at 1,700 units, up 20% from prior years.
5. DEEE Collection and Treatment Services: Envie 2E Alsace operates as a DEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) management operator for eco-organisms (Ecosystem, Ecologic) and businesses subject to Extended Producer Responsibility (REP) obligations. Collects, sorts, demanufactures, and valorizes DEEE across Alsace (~9,852 tonnes in 2023). Revenue is service-fee based from professional contracts.
6. Home Collection Fees: Charges for home pick-up of used appliances from individual customers: €26 for ground floor/building with elevator (Zones 1 & 2), €40 for buildings without elevator.
7. Event Equipment Rental (Gobelets & Dishware): Rental and washing of reusable cups and dishware, plus rental of fridges, freezers, and coffee machines for events. Compatible with Éco-Manifestations Alsace labelling. Targets eco-responsible event organizers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Envie Strasbourg collects, refurbishes, repairs, sells, and rents electrical and electronic appliances (large and small household appliances, multimedia, computers, smartphones) at solidarity prices through a physical store, e-commerce platform, and spare-parts platform. The Envie 2E Alsace subsidiary operates a WEEELABEX-certified DEEE collection and treatment facility processing around 9,000–11,000 tonnes of waste electrical and electronic equipment annually. Envie Autonomie refurbishes and maintains medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds). All activities are anchored in a social-insertion employment model.

Product overview

Envie Strasbourg operates as a unified ecosystem of complementary services organized under three main sub-brands: Envie Strasbourg (retail of refurbished appliances and repair services), Envie 2E Alsace (professional DEEE collection and treatment), and Envie Autonomie (reconditioned medical equipment). The product portfolio spans: (1) refurbished large and small household appliances and consumer electronics sold in-store and via the strasbourg.envie.org e-boutique; (2) multi-brand repair and troubleshooting services available at workshops and on-site, supported by a spare parts platform (pieces.envie.support) and an at-home collection service; (3) equipment rental with a fleet of ~1,700 units; (4) DEEE operator and treatment services for eco-organisms and businesses; and (5) medical equipment repair and maintenance under Envie Autonomie. All operations are conducted in-house in the Strasbourg/Eurométropole area, embodying a short-circuit circular economy model.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Refurbished & Reconditioned Appliances Collected, sorted, renovated, quality-controlled, and resold electrical and electronic appliances (washing machines, refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, dryers, small kitchen appliances, TVs, computers, smartphones) at solidarity prices with guarantees. All renovation is performed in-house in Strasbourg workshops with an average of 5 hours of work per appliance; backed by a 2-year commercial warranty on large appliances and 24-month legal conformity guarantee on small appliances.
• Repair & Troubleshooting Service Multi-brand repair and troubleshooting service for small and large household appliances, TVs, smartphones, tablets, and computers, available at the workshop or at customer homes. Covers devices purchased from Envie or elsewhere, with Qualirepar-certified repair bonus eligibility (€15–€60) and a 6-month repair guarantee. Workshop fee: €21 diagnostic + €45/hour. At-home flat fee: €104–€189 depending on zone.
• Spare Parts Platform Online platform selling spare parts for all brands at 30–50% lower prices than new parts. Over 20,000 references available, including used parts sourced from the company's own refurbishment operations. Dedicated technical support provided via the platform, phone, and in-store. In 2023, 3,200 spare parts were sold, including 1,400 second-hand parts from Envie's workshops.
• Appliance Rental Rental of refurbished electrical and electronic appliances targeting students, nomads, and consumers seeking short-term or commitment-free access to quality equipment. The rental fleet comprises approximately 1,700 units with a 20% increase in recent years; 339 appliances rented in 2023. Monthly subscription packs adapted to customer needs.
• Envie Autonomie (Medical Equipment Refurbishment) Reconditioned medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, standing aids) and repair/maintenance/aseptization services operated in partnership with CEP-CICAT and CICAT 68. Targets individuals and medical facilities (EHPAD, USLD) with equipment covered by French Social Security. Services available by appointment on Tuesdays.
• Envie 2E Alsace — DEEE Collection & Treatment WEEELABEX-certified, ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified DEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) operator collecting, sorting, and treating electrical waste across Bas-Rhin. The Geispolsheim facility (24,374 m² ICPE-IED site) processes around 9,000–11,000 tonnes annually, separating materials into over 30 fractions for resale to specialized recyclers. Contracts with eco-organisms (Ecosystem, Ecologic) and REP-obligated businesses. Operates a 14-vehicle specialized fleet.
• Home Collection Service At-home collection service for old electrical and electronic appliances (washing machines, cookers, refrigerators, TVs, phones, computers, tablets) from private individuals, functional or non-functional. Fees range from €26 to €40 depending on location and building accessibility. Collected equipment is processed at the Koenigshoffen or Geispolsheim facilities.
• Event Equipment Rental (Reusable Cups & Dishware) Rental and washing of reusable cups and dishware for events, plus rental of refrigerators, freezers, and coffee machines. Designed for eco-responsible events compatible with the Éco-Manifestations Alsace label.

Quantifiable outcome

• 243,257 appliances renovated since 1984
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FEDERRECcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Envie 2E Alsace officially joined FEDERREC in September 2025. FEDERREC is a network of over 1,200 companies engaged in recycling and reuse in France. Envie 2E Alsace participates in national REP (Extended Producer Responsibility) policy discussions, contributes to sustainable solutions, and shares expertise within the network.
• Ville et Eurométropole de StrasbourgcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Since 2012, the City and Eurométropole of Strasbourg has partnered with Envie Strasbourg for reuse and recycling of digital equipment. The 2025–2030 partnership extension commits to supporting local operators in the digital reconditioning sector to preserve natural resources, reduce digital ecological impact, create circular economy jobs, and combat digital exclusion. The partnership progressively extends to all 33 communes of the territory.
• Maison Ronald McDonald StrasbourgminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Ronald McDonald House near CHU Hautepierre provides accommodation for families of hospitalized children. Envie Strasbourg began providing appliance maintenance and repair services for the house's equipment in 2024, demonstrating community support.
• CEP-CICATcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Centre d'Information et de Conseil en Aides Techniques (Information and Advice Center for Technical Aids) in Alsace. Partnered with Envie Strasbourg in 2017 to launch Envie Autonomie, which refurbishes medical equipment for people with loss of autonomy.
• CICAT 68coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Centre d'Information et de Conseil en Aides Techniques for Haut-Rhin (68). Partnered with Envie Strasbourg in 2017 to launch Envie Autonomie, expanding medical equipment refurbishment services across all of Alsace.
• EcosystemcoreOthersEcosystem is a French eco-organization approved by the state for the collection and treatment of electrical and electronic equipment waste (DEEE). Envie 2E Alsace collects DEEE in déchetteries and from retailers under contract with Ecosystem, which also selects reuse collection points.
• EcologiccoreOthersEcologic is a French eco-organization approved by the state for the collection and treatment of DEEE. Envie 2E Alsace processes DEEE collected on behalf of Ecologic, meeting its depollution and valorization criteria.
• Emmaüs FrancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistorical founding partner. The Emmaüs community of Strasbourg-Montagne Verte was the original supplier of appliances for renovation from 1984 to 1987. Bruno Lallemagne, then Director of Emmaüs and now President of Envie Strasbourg, initiated the partnership. Emmaüs continues to be a partner in the broader social and solidarity economy ecosystem.
• RREUSE (Reuse and Recycling European Union Social Enterprises)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvie Strasbourg was instrumental in founding RREUSE in 2001, an international NGO of social enterprises operating in electronic waste recycling. Envie Strasbourg's President Bruno Lallemagne was involved in this European initiative. RREUSE remains a reference network for social reuse enterprises.
• Eurométropole de StrasbourgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogo partner listed on envie-strasbourg.org. Partnership related to DEEE collection from déchetteries and broader circular economy initiatives.
• Région Grand EstcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogo partner listed on envie-strasbourg.org. Regional council partnership supporting the organization's activities and social mission.
• DREETS Grand EstcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirection Régionale de l'Économie, de l'Emploi, du Travail et des Solidarity (Regional authority). Listed as a logo partner. Involved in monitoring and supporting insertion employment structures.
• CRES Grand Est (Chambre Régionale de l'Économie Sociale)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional chamber of the social economy in Alsace and Grand Est. Listed as a logo partner. Supports and represents social economy enterprises.
• URSIEA (Union Régionale des Structures d'Insertion par l'Économique d'Alsace)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional union of insertion-through-economic-activity structures in Alsace. Listed as a logo partner.
• Chambre de Consommation d'Alsace (CCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsumer protection association for Alsace and Grand Est. Listed as a logo partner on envie-strasbourg.org.
• Électricité de Strasbourg (ÉS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal energy utility (EDF equivalent for Strasbourg). Listed as a logo partner.
• Frac AlsaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFonds Régional d'Art Contemporain d'Alsace (Regional contemporary art fund). Listed as a logo partner.
• GRETA CFA AlsaceminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGroupement d'Établissements publics locaux d'Enseignement (network of public vocational training institutions). Listed as a logo partner providing training support for insertion employees.
• Zig et Zag AlsaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirectory of responsible purchasing and products in Alsace. Listed as a logo partner.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Recylum / Ecosystem (eco-organism): French eco-organization for WEEE collection and treatment that contracts with Envie 2E Alsace. Comparable as a player in the DEEE compliance and recycling value chain, though operating as a regulated coordination body rather than a treatment operator.
• PAPREC Group: Major French recycling and waste-management group operating across multiple waste streams including DEEE. Comparable to Envie 2E Alsace's DEEE collection and treatment activities, though at significantly larger commercial scale and broader scope.
• Emmaüs France: Historical social-economy network and Envie Strasbourg's original equipment supplier (1984–1987). Comparable as a French social-insertion organization focused on reuse and second-hand goods, though with broader scope (furniture, textiles, household items) rather than appliances/electronics specifically.

Direct peers

• Back Market: Global recommerce marketplace for refurbished electronics and appliances. Directly comparable to Envie Strasbourg's refurbished appliance retail and e-commerce operations, though operating at much larger scale and as a commercial marketplace rather than vertical integrator.
• Murfy: French direct-to-consumer appliance repair service operating with at-home interventions and workshop repairs. Closely comparable to Envie Strasbourg's Qualirepar-certified multimarque repair and spare parts business, with similar pricing and geographic coverage ambitions.
• CICAT network (CEP-CICAT, CICAT 68): French network of Centres d'Information et de Conseil en Aides Techniques — partner of Envie Strasbourg since 2017 in launching Envie Autonomie for medical equipment refurbishment. Comparable in the niche of reconditioned medical/mobility equipment and related repair services.
• Envie France (Fédération Envie): National federation of which Envie Strasbourg is the founding member (50 federated enterprises, 45 stores, 2,500 employees). Direct peer operating the same circular-economy/social-insertion model across other French territories (Envie Paris, Envie Lyon, etc.).

Regional players

• Easy Cash: French franchise network buying and reselling second-hand goods including small electronics and household items. Comparable as a recommerce retail channel serving similar budget-conscious customers, though operating a different (commercial) model without the social-insertion component.

Emerging players

• Sourires d'Enfants (and similar social-insertion repair actors): Smaller French social-economy actors engaged in refurbishment and repair of appliances or electronics. Comparable mission and customer overlap, though operating at smaller scale than Envie Strasbourg's regional infrastructure.

Others

• RREUSE: European federation of social enterprises in reuse and recycling, co-founded by Envie Strasbourg's president in 2001. Thematically aligned network rather than a commercial peer; relevant for benchmarking social-enterprise models across EU markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/groupement.envie.strasbourg
• Instagraminstagram.com/envie_strasbourg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/envie-alsace

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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