SoluCir
SoluCir is a French non-profit association founded in 2020 in Savoie Mont-Blanc that operates a territorial circular-economy network of ~270 member enterprises and institutions, delivering events, training workshops, and member connections rather than a technology product. Its monetization combines membership fees, paid events, and institutional partnerships.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2020
- HeadquartersLe Bourget du Lac, France
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What SoluCir does
SoluCir is a French non-profit association (loi 1901) headquartered at Savoie Technolac in Le Bourget du Lac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, founded on 8 October 2020 by 24 founding members to formalize the TZDZG circular-economy dynamic that had run in the Savoie Mont-Blanc territory since 2015. Its mission is to establish circular economy as the predominant economic model for the territory by identifying and supporting local circular solutions, democratizing 'common-sense' circular principles among the local economic fabric, and contributing to the emergence of new sectors. The association operates exclusively as a network-and-events organization with no proprietary technology platform; its product surface consists of awareness workshops (Module de Sensibilisation), recurring member and public events (Circonférences with 250-450 attendees, monthly Petits-Déj', 3-4 Dîners per year, Visites d'Entreprises, sector Les Intersections, practice communities, and the biennial Salon SoluCir B2B trade show), a monthly newsletter ('La Circulaire'), and the Annuaire des Acteurs Circulaires directory. SoluCir serves enterprises (PME/PMI), local authorities and public institutions (EPCI, municipalities), research/educational bodies (USMB, Arts et Métiers), and existing circular-economy actors in Savoie Mont-Blanc.
The business model is non-profit and tri-revenue: (i) recurring annual membership fees (subscription) from institutions, enterprises, and engaged actors; (ii) transactional event revenue — e.g., Circonférences at €25 for members vs €40 for non-members; and (iii) sponsorship and partnership income from regional financial and institutional partners including Crédit Agricole des Savoie (core partner since December 2022), Groupe Fournier (major patron since October 2022), Grand Chambéry (territorial partner since October 2022), Grand Annecy and Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme (since November 2020), French Tech in the Alps-Chambéry, and financial actors Bpifrance, Entheos, Réseau Entreprendre Savoie, France Active Savoie Mont-Blanc, and SAMBA. GTM is community-led and event-driven: monthly 'Indications' meetings (first Monday, video conference, free) prospect new members, while the calendar of member-only events drives retention and connection-making (200+ business connections facilitated annually by the team). The network had grown to nearly 270 member structures by early 2026, and the organization published a 'Projet 2025-2030' strategic plan aimed at accelerating territorial circular-economy deployment toward a 'Territoire circulaire et robuste en 2050' objective.
SoluCir firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SoluCir
- Legal name
- SoluCir
- Website
- https://solucir.org
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2020
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- SoluCir is a French non-profit association founded in 2020 in Savoie Mont-Blanc that operates a territorial circular-economy network of ~270 member enterprises and institutions, delivering events, training workshops, and member connections rather than a technology product. Its monetization combines membership fees, paid events, and institutional partnerships.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SoluCir industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Circular Economy Network Services
- NAICS
- Business Associations (813910), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)
- SIC
- Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Circularity Consulting & Program Management (EPR, Design-for-Circularity, LCA) (EUAIANAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency (BPADALAM), Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA), Meeting & Conference Planning & Coordination (HSACADAA)
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Where SoluCir is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Le Bourget du Lac
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
SoluCir business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Membership fees (Adhésions): Annual membership fees for institutions, enterprises, and economic actors to join the SoluCir network as 'connecteurs'. Members gain access to networking events, business connections, preferential rates for events, and expertise sharing.
- Event participation fees: Revenue from paid events such as Circonférences (25€ for members, 40€ for non-members in 2023) and potentially the Salon SoluCir with exhibitor booth fees.
- Partnerships and sponsorship: Partnership agreements with organizations like Crédit Agricole des Savoie for financing network activities. The association signed a sponsorship convention with Radiance Mutuelle - Groupe Malakoff Humanis for financing 3 member dinners in 2023.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Adhérents (Members) - Reduced event pricing |
| Other | Per event | Non-adhérents (Non-members) - Standard event pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels11 records
SoluCir product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SoluCir organizes a portfolio of in-person events (annual trade show, monthly breakfasts, themed dinners, company visits, conferences, practical workshops) and supporting resources (member directory, newsletter, communities of practice) to help companies, local authorities, and research/educational institutions in the Savoie Mont-Blanc region adopt circular-economy practices. The association operates as a territorial convener and neutral broker for the regional circular transition.
Product overview
SoluCir is a non-profit association (not a technology company) that promotes circular economy as the predominant model for the local economy in Savoie Mont-Blanc, France. The association does not offer a software product or platform. Its offerings consist entirely of services centered around networking, education, and event organization, including: awareness workshops (Module de Sensibilisation), recurring events (Circonférences, Petits-Déj' Mensuels, Dîners, Visites d'Entreprises), a biennial professional Salon, sector workshops (Intersections), practice communities, a monthly newsletter ('La Circulaire'), and an online directory of circular economy actors.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Salon SoluCir (Annual Trade Show) Annual flagship trade show organized by SoluCir that brings together companies, local authorities, and institutions from the Savoie Mont-Blanc region around circular-economy products, services, and practices. Designed for organizations looking to exhibit, sponsor, or attend.
- Les Petits-Déj' Mensuels (Monthly Networking Breakfasts) Monthly breakfast events hosted by SoluCir that enable member organizations to network, share experiences, and develop new collaborations on circular-economy topics. Open to members and paying attendees.
- Les Dîners (Themed Networking Dinners) Themed dinners organized by SoluCir that bring together members of the regional circular-economy network around a topical theme for informal exchange and business development.
- Les Visites d'Entreprises (Company Visits) On-site visits to member companies in Savoie Mont-Blanc to observe concrete circular-economy practices, exchange with host organizations, and identify potential partners.
- Circonférences (Conferences) Conferences organized by SoluCir on specific circular-economy topics, featuring expert speakers and structured for member education and awareness-raising.
- Module de Sensibilisation (Awareness Module) Practical awareness and initiation module offered by SoluCir to help organizations understand the fundamentals of the circular economy and start their transition, typically delivered as a workshop format.
- Communautés de Pratiques (Communities of Practice) Thematic Communities of Practice run by SoluCir (such as industrial ecology, eco-design, and communication) that bring together member experts for ongoing peer exchange and joint work on circular-economy topics.
- Rencontres sur Indications (Indicated Matches) Member-to-member introduction service through which SoluCir connects organizations within the network based on expressed needs and indications, facilitating targeted business matchmaking.
Quantifiable outcome
- 270 member structures by 2026 (from 24 founding members in 2020)
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use SoluCir
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
SoluCir technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
SoluCir partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.
- Université Savoie Mont Blanc (USMB)majorAcademic partner for circular economy research and education. SoluCir participates in the CLEE chair and delivers sensitization content through university channels. Joint work on awareness campaigns including '5 propositions for a circular mandate' for municipal elections.
- EntheosminorCreates and structures impact investment funds; participated in finance-related events to explain funding mechanisms for circular economy projects.
- Incubateur Savoie TechnolacminorBusiness incubator supporting circular economy startups and entrepreneurs. Provides accompaniment for project development and access to funding programs.
- Réseau Entreprendre SavoieminorEntrepreneurial network providing mentorship and financing support for circular economy business creation.
- Crédit Agricole des SavoiecoreKey financial partner sponsoring network activities and member dinners. Supports finance-related events and provides expertise on sustainable financing mechanisms for circular economy projects.
- Groupe FourniercoreMajor patron (mécène) of SoluCir, hosting member events at their Usine du Bray facility. Groupe Fournier produces 1 million kitchen furniture units annually and has committed to circular economy objectives including 100% eco-designed products and 100% wood waste valorized by 2028.
- Grand ChambérycoreLocal authority partner supporting circular economy initiatives and hosting events. Key supporter of Salon SoluCir and other network activities.
- Auvergne Rhône Alpes EntreprisescoreRegional development agency partner supporting circular economy transition programs including Circular 4.0 project. Provides expertise, financing programs, and accompaniment services for SMEs transitioning to circular models.
- French Tech in the Alps-ChambérymajorPartnership for PIX&MIX events combining digital technology and circular economy. Jointly organizes events bringing together tech and circular economy ecosystems.
- Grand AnnecymajorLocal authority partner lending reusable cups/becquets for events and supporting circular economy initiatives on the Annecy territory.
- Savoie Mont Blanc TourismeminorRegional tourism organization partnering on events and promoting sustainable tourism initiatives.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
SoluCir competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Orée: French multi-stakeholder association promoting environmental integration and circular economy across member organizations. Closely comparable to SoluCir as a membership-driven network that organizes working groups, publishes resources, and convenes actors around eco-design and resource efficiency — though operating at national rather than regional scale.
- Zero Waste France: National non-profit association advocating waste reduction and circular practices. Comparable as a non-profit, member-supported network that educates citizens and lobbies for circular economy policy — but national in scope and policy-led rather than regionally B2B-oriented like SoluCir.
- Institut National de l'Économie Circulaire (INEC): National think-tank and association dedicated to accelerating circular economy in France. Directly comparable in mission (circular economy transition, member services, events, publications), but with national scope, larger membership base, and greater brand recognition among policy makers.
Broad incumbents
- ADEME (Agence de la Transition Écologique): French public agency for ecological transition, including circular economy programs, funding schemes, and territorial support. Comparable in circular economy facilitation mission, but vastly larger in scope and budget — a potential partner or competitor depending on SoluCir's positioning around SME accompaniment.
- The Shift Project: French think-tank promoting post-carbon economy transition through research, training, and advocacy. Comparable in promoting systemic circular/low-carbon transition and convening French stakeholders, but research-driven rather than community-led and operating nationally.
- France Nature Environnement: French federation of environmental associations, with member-driven structure similar to SoluCir's model. Comparable as a membership-based association advancing environmental causes in France, but with broader environmental scope (biodiversity, pollution, etc.) rather than exclusively circular economy.
Regional players
- Institut de l'Économie Circulaire (IEC) / Circular Economy Institute: European non-profit organization (Switzerland-based) advancing circular economy through advisory, training, and event organization. Comparable in convening circular economy actors and delivering educational content, but operates at pan-European rather than regional French level.
Emerging players
- Circul'R: French circular economy ecosystem platform mapping circular initiatives and supporting project leaders. Comparable mission of accelerating circular transition through community-building and resource-sharing, but more digitally-native with a France-wide platform rather than SoluCir's regional event-led approach.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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SoluCir leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
SoluCir funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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SoluCir M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about SoluCir
What does SoluCir do?
SoluCir organizes a portfolio of in-person events (annual trade show, monthly breakfasts, themed dinners, company visits, conferences, practical workshops) and supporting resources (member directory, newsletter, communities of practice) to help companies, local authorities, and research/educational institutions in the Savoie Mont-Blanc region adopt circular-economy practices. The association operates as a territorial convener and neutral broker for the regional circular transition.
Is SoluCir a public or private company?
SoluCir is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.
When was SoluCir founded?
SoluCir was founded in 2020. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is SoluCir based?
SoluCir is headquartered in Le Bourget du Lac, France, in the Europe region.
How does SoluCir make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Membership fees (Adhésions) is the primary driver. The others are event participation fees and partnerships and sponsorship.
Who are SoluCir's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Orée, Zero Waste France and Institut National de l'Économie Circulaire (INEC). Broad incumbents are ADEME (Agence de la Transition Écologique), The Shift Project and France Nature Environnement. Institut de l'Économie Circulaire (IEC) / Circular Economy Institute is listed as a regional player. Circul'R is listed as an emerging player.
Does SoluCir have an API?
No public API is recorded for SoluCir.
What industry is SoluCir in?
SoluCir's product category is Circular Economy Network Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAIANAH, Circularity Consulting & Program Management (EPR, Design-for-Circularity, LCA), with a secondary code of BPADALAM, Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency. Its NAICS code is 813910 and its SIC code is 8600.