Qsol Energie Gmbh

What Qsol Energie Gmbh does

Qsol Energie GmbH is a German Corporate Startup headquartered in Leipzig-Plagwitz that develops and operates photovoltaic (PV) and renewable energy projects across the full value chain. It was jointly established by QUARTERBACK New Energy, a 30-year real-estate developer with 400+ employees, and Tilia GmbH, a renewable-energy specialist with 14 years of experience and 500+ completed projects. The company serves four primary customer segments: commercial and industrial building/property owners (for rooftop PV and Mieterstrom solutions), agricultural landowners and farmers (for agri-PV / PV-Greenfield dual-use installations), industrial energy buyers and utilities (for long-term Power Purchase Agreements), and project developers seeking co-development or project acquisition.

Its product portfolio is organized into four pillars: PV-Rooftop (customized PV solutions for existing commercial/industrial building portfolios), PV-Greenfield (Agri-Solar systems combining agriculture with solar generation on open land), Energielösungen (development of energy-supply business models for partner portfolios), and Produktlösungen und Technical Advisory (market-entry and technical advisory for sustainable energy products and services). Revenue is generated through project development fees, long-term PPAs, land acquisition via purchase, lease, or emphyteusis, and professional advisory services. Pricing is project-based and obtained through direct inquiry forms rather than published tiers.

The go-to-market is sales-led B2B, operated through direct engagement, the company website (qsol-energie.de) with German-language inquiry forms ("Angebot einholen", "Fläche anbieten"), and referrals/leads sourced from parent-company portfolios in real estate and renewable energy. Qsol is incorporated as a private limited company (GmbH), is privately held, has no subsidiaries, has not raised outside capital, and reports no patents, certifications, or public awards to date. Geographic focus is Germany with signaled openness to European expansion.

Name

Qsol Energie Gmbh

Legal name

Qsol energie GmbH

Website

https://qsol-energie.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Qsol Energie GmbH is a Leipzig-based Corporate Startup, jointly backed by QUARTERBACK New Energy and Tilia, that develops photovoltaic and renewable energy projects — rooftop PV, agri-PV/greenfield, energy-solutions advisory, and technical advisory — for property owners, agricultural landowners, and industrial PPA buyers in Germany and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Renewable Energy Project Development

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Electric Power Generation (22111)

SIC

Electric, Gas & Sanitary Services (4900), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction Management & General Contracting (EPCM, Scheduling, QA/QC, HSE) (EUAMAFAJ), Renewable Energy Asset Management (Solar/Wind/Hydro/Geothermal) (EUAEAMAB)

Keywords

• Photovoltaic solutions
• Rooftop solar systems
• Agri-photovoltaic projects
• Renewable energy advisory
• Power purchase agreements

Headquarters

HQ city

Leipzig-plagwitz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. PV Project Development and Realization: Development and realization of photovoltaic projects on rooftops and greenfield sites. Revenue generated through project development fees, long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs), and potentially equity stakes in realized projects.
2. Land Acquisition for PV: Acquisition of land (purchase, lease, or emphyteusis) for long-term PV installation. Revenue derived from energy production and PPA sales.
3. Technical Advisory Services: Advisory services for market entry and implementation of innovative energy solutions, leveraging the expertise of parent companies QUARTERBACK New Energy and Tilia.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Qsol Energie GmbH develops, realizes, and markets photovoltaic and renewable energy projects across the full value chain. Its core offerings include tailored PV rooftop solutions for existing commercial and industrial building portfolios, agri-photovoltaic greenfield systems that combine agriculture with solar power generation, energy solutions advisory (including PPA structuring and decentralized supply business models), and technical advisory services for market entry of innovative energy products in Germany.

Product overview

Qsol Energie GmbH operates as a Corporate Startup of QUARTERBACK New Energy and Tilia, offering an integrated portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solutions and energy services. The product portfolio comprises four main offerings: PV-Rooftop (customized photovoltaic solutions for existing building portfolios), PV-Greenfield (Agri-Solar systems combining agriculture with solar energy generation on open land), Energielösungen (development and implementation of sustainable energy supply business models for partner portfolios), and Produktlösungen und Technical Advisory (technical advisory services supporting market entry for innovative energy products). The company focuses on the entire value chain of renewable energy integration into building and land portfolios, from project development to implementation and market launch support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PV-Rooftop Tailored photovoltaic rooftop installations designed for existing commercial and industrial building portfolios, leveraging the potential of partners' real estate assets with individually customized PV solutions.
• PV-Greenfield (Agri-Solar / Agri-PV) Agri-photovoltaic systems that combine sustainable agricultural land use with solar energy generation on open spaces, developed jointly with farmers and partners to find optimal strategies for dual land use.
• Energielösungen (Energy Solutions) Development and implementation of business models for sustainable and innovative energy supply solutions for partner portfolios, supporting decentralized infrastructure and supply system development.
• Produktlösungen und Technical Advisory Technical advisory services supporting market entry of new sustainable energy products and services in Germany and Europe, leveraging expertise from parent companies QUARTERBACK New Energy and Tilia to enable end-to-end value-chain offerings for partners.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• QUARTERBACK New EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and founding partner of Qsol Energie GmbH. Provides 30 years of expertise in residential and commercial real estate development, 400+ employees across real estate and energy sectors. Qsol operates as a Corporate Startup under this umbrella.
• Tilia GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and founding partner of Qsol Energie GmbH. A globally active company providing innovative renewable energy solutions with 14 years of experience, having completed 500+ projects and saved over 250,000 tons of CO2. Provides technical expertise and project development capabilities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Next Kraftwerke: German virtual power plant operator and direct marketer of renewable electricity, including solar PPAs. Comparable to Qsol's energy marketing and PPA structuring business lines, though operates as a service platform rather than asset developer.
• Zolar: German online platform connecting customers to solar installers with finance and PPA products. Comparable as a Germany-based solar marketplace and energy solutions provider, though more of a marketplace model than Qsol's direct EPC approach.
• Enpal: Leading German solar leasing company providing rooftop PV, batteries, and energy solutions primarily to residential customers. Comparable in PV-focused business model and German market focus, though Qsol targets commercial/industrial/agricultural segments.

Broad incumbents

• EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg: Large German utility with significant solar, wind, and grid operations. Comparable as a broad incumbent in German renewable energy development and PPA markets, though at much greater scale than Qsol.
• RWE AG: European utility with a major renewable energy portfolio including utility-scale solar in Germany. Comparable as a large incumbent developing and operating solar assets and PPAs in the same German market.

Direct peers

• PNE AG: German renewable energy project developer with wind and solar pipeline across Europe. Comparable as a German-headquartered renewable project developer operating across European geographies with similar development-to-asset monetization model.
• SOLARWATT: German manufacturer and integrator of PV systems including glass-glass modules and full rooftop solutions. Comparable as a Germany-based integrated solar provider with project development and installation capabilities.
• Encavis AG: German-based independent power producer (IPP) operating solar and wind parks across Europe. Comparable as a renewable energy asset owner and PPA counterparty with similar solar generation exposure and European footprint.
• IBC Solar: One of Germany's largest PV system providers covering rooftop, ground-mount and energy solutions. Directly comparable to Qsol as a German-focused PV project developer and EPC player serving commercial and industrial customers.
• 1Komma5°: German energy solutions company offering rooftop solar, heat pumps, and dynamic electricity tariffs to homeowners and small businesses. Comparable to Qsol as a B2B-leaning solar installer with energy solutions and PPA-adjacent offerings, though more residential-focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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