What SOLSTA SAS does

SOLSTA SAS is a Colombian value-added distributor founded in January 2020 and headquartered in Bogotá that commercializes European renewable-energy engineering software and hardware across Latin America. Its core line is the exclusive Latin American distribution franchise for Valentin Software GmbH (Germany), consisting of PV*SOL premium ($980 USD/yr), PV*SOL ($680 USD/yr), T*SOL ($560 USD/yr), and GeoT*SOL ($450 USD/yr), which are deterministic simulation tools used to size photovoltaic systems, model solar thermal yield, and design heat-pump installations with minute-resolution meteorological inputs. To that core it adds the official Latin American representation for Meteotest AG's Meteonorm WEB APP ($400 USD/yr), regional hardware distribution of Luxembourg-based SolarCleano's robotic PV-module cleaners (F1, T1, M1 models), and a partnership with South Africa/Germany-based GREEN Solar Academy for DGS-accredited solar training (Sunrise and virtual PV*SOL premium courses).

The company derives revenue from four streams: recurring annual software subscriptions (the dominant stream), hardware unit sales of cleaning robots, professional training and certification fees priced in Colombian pesos, and student-license fees at €90 per 180-day term. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales combined with a Shopify-based e-commerce storefront, Spanish-language webinars, technical blog content covering CREG regulations, and trade-show presence at Intersolar Europe and ExpoSolar Colombia. SOLSTA serves a vertical mix of energy generation and distribution companies (Celsia, CHEC, Powertek, Greencol Energy, ELECB, Energías Bacatá), EPC contractors, and educational institutions (Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Universidad Cesmag, Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas). Geographic coverage officially spans Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, and Costa Rica, with authorization to distribute across all Spanish-speaking Latin American markets since July 2021.

Name

SOLSTA SAS

Legal name

SOLSTA S.A.S

Website

https://solsta.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SOLSTA SAS is a Colombian value-added distributor that exclusively represents European solar design and simulation software (Valentin Software's PV*SOL, T*SOL, GeoT*SOL) and Meteonorm climate data across Latin America, complemented by SolarCleano robotic cleaning hardware and DGS-accredited solar training for energy companies, EPC contractors, and universities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Design Software Distribution

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Processing & Data Preparation (7374)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Grid Integration & Interconnection Services (Studies, Protection, SCADA, Forecasting) (EUAMABAI)

Keywords

• Solar design software
• Photovoltaic simulation
• Solar thermal design
• Meteorological data software
• Robotic panel cleaning

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses (PV*SOL, T*SOL, GeoT*SOL): Annual subscription licenses for photovoltaic, solar thermal, and heat pump design software. Revenue generated through the Valentin Software product line with tiered pricing based on product version (standard vs premium).
2. Meteonorm Licenses: Annual subscription for meteorological data and interpolation software from Meteotest AG.
3. SolarCleano Hardware Sales: Sale of robotic cleaning equipment for photovoltaic installations including SolarCleano F1 and T1 models.
4. Professional Training Courses: Certified training courses including Sunrise (fundamental PV design), virtual PV*SOL premium courses, and other specialized programs with German DGS accreditation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SOLSTA SAS is the exclusive Latin American distributor of Valentin Software GmbH's solar design and simulation suite, including PV*SOL premium, PV*SOL, T*SOL, and GeoT*SOL. The company also distributes Meteonorm meteorological data software from Meteotest AG, SolarCleano autonomous robotic cleaning systems, and delivers certified training programs (GREEN Solar Academy DGS-accredited) to solar professionals across Latin America.

Product overview

SOLSTA SAS is an authorized distributor of Valentin Software GmbH products in Latin America, offering a portfolio of specialized simulation software for renewable energy design. The core product suite includes PV*SOL premium (dynamic PV simulation with 3D visualization, $980 USD/year), PV*SOL (photovoltaic design and simulation, $680 USD/year), T*SOL (solar thermal system simulation, $560 USD/year), and GeoT*SOL (heat pump system design, $450 USD/year). Additionally, Meteonorm WEB APP ($400 USD/year) provides meteorological data integration. SOLSTA also distributes SolarCleano F1 robotic cleaning systems for PV installations. The company offers complementary training services including certified virtual courses and in-person workshops. Student licenses are available at preferential pricing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PV*SOL premium Dynamic simulation program for photovoltaic systems with 3D visualization, detailed shading analysis, battery storage consideration, and integrated equipment databases (30,527 modules, 8,997 inverters, 13,273 hybrid battery systems). Licensed at $980 USD/year.
• PV*SOL Specialized design program for photovoltaic solar systems that evaluates installation performance with detailed generation analysis and energy balance, featuring automatic inverter configuration for systems up to 100,000 modules and minute-by-minute simulation resolution. Licensed at $680 USD/year.
• T*SOL Simulation program for precise calculation of solar thermal system performance dynamically over an annual cycle, with a broad database of solar thermal equipment, radiation data for 8,000 global locations, and approximately 200 preconfigured systems. Licensed at $560 USD/year.
• GeoT*SOL Specialized tool for planning and designing heat pump systems with integration of solar thermal systems for hot water or space heating, performing detailed minute-by-minute simulations considering electricity consumption, annual performance factors, and operating costs. Licensed at $450 USD/year.
• Meteonorm WEB APP Meteorological data consultation and interpolation software combining comprehensive climatological information with sophisticated calculation tools, providing access to over 8,000 weather stations worldwide, 5 satellite data sources, and up to 36 climate variables with minute-resolution calculations. Licensed at $400 USD/year (APP Basic).
• SolarCleano F1
• SUNRISE Course: Fundamentals and Design of FV Solar Systems Intensive 2-day foundational course on photovoltaic systems with German quality certification from GREEN Solar Academy (DGS accredited). Priced at $1,699,000 COP + IVA (~$420 USD) including meals, certification, and academic materials. Discounts: 20% for groups of 3+, 15% at 3 weeks prior, 10% at 2 weeks prior.
• PV*SOL Premium Virtual Course Certified virtual course on specialized PV*SOL premium software handling comprising 12 hours across 4 live virtual sessions in Spanish. Priced at $820,000 COP / $240 USD per person, with 15% discount if paid before 01/09/2026, 10% before 08/09/2026, and 10% discount on PV*SOL premium license with purchase.

Quantifiable outcome

• 300% growth projected in Latin American solar market by 2030
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 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

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Valentin Software GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2020SOLSTA is the exclusive official representative for Valentin Software GmbH products (PV*SOL, PV*SOL premium, T*SOL, GeoT*SOL) for Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, and Costa Rica. Since July 2021, SOLSTA is also the authorized distributor for all Spanish-speaking Latin American countries. The partnership provides access to German solar simulation technology with Spanish-language support and local training.
• Meteotest AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2020Official representative for Meteotest AG (Switzerland), distributing the Meteonorm meteorological data software throughout Latin America. Meteonorm provides climate data for 8,000+ stations worldwide, essential for solar project simulation and planning.
• SolarCleanoflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional partnership with SolarCleano, a Luxembourg-based manufacturer of autonomous photovoltaic module cleaning robots. SOLSTA distributes SolarCleano F1, M1, and T1 models across Latin America. The company exhibited with SolarCleano at Intersolar Europe 2026 (Hall A4, Stand 420).
• GREEN Solar AcademyflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic alliance with South African-German GREEN Solar Academy to offer certified solar training programs in Latin America. Courses are accredited by DGS (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Sonnenenergie - German Solar Energy Society), providing internationally recognized certification for solar professionals in the region.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RatedPower: Spanish PV design platform focused on utility-scale plants with automated layouts and energy yield reports. A Spain-headquartered, Spanish-language competitor that overlaps with SOLSTA's LATAM utility-scale and engineering customer base.
• OpenSolar: Free, cloud-based solar design and proposal platform popular with rooftop installers worldwide. Its free pricing model and CRM integration put pressure on the $400-$980/yr desktop-software positioning SOLSTA sells through its distribution channel.
• Aurora Solar: US-based cloud-native PV design and sales platform used by rooftop and small-commercial installers globally. Offers a free tier and integrated CRM, directly competing with PV*SOL for residential and C&I project design workflows that SOLSTA's customers also evaluate.
• PVsyst: Swiss-developed PV simulation software widely considered the technical benchmark for yield assessment. Competes head-to-head with the PV*SOL product family that SOLSTA distributes for the same engineering and EPC wallet share in LATAM projects.
• Helioscope (Folsom Labs): Cloud-based PV design and shading tool used for commercial and utility-scale systems. Directly competes with PV*SOL premium's 3D visualization and shading analysis for the same engineering audience SOLSTA targets.
• Energy Toolbase: US-based PV and energy storage design plus financial-modeling platform. Competes with the PV*SOL premium and T*SOL design-and-economic-analysis workflow for commercial and storage-attached solar projects in SOLSTA's customer segments.

Emerging players

• PVcase: Lithuania-based solar engineering software focused on AutoCAD/Revit-integrated PV layout and BoS design for utility-scale projects. An emerging alternative for the engineering-firm and EPC segment that SOLSTA serves with PV*SOL premium.

Broad incumbents

• Solargis: Slovakia-based global solar irradiance and meteorological data provider. Competes with Meteonorm (one of SOLSTA's distributed products) for the climate-data layer of every PV simulation project, and serves the same utility, developer, and EPC customers.
• SMA Sunny Design: Free PV system design tool from SMA Solar Technology, one of the world's largest inverter manufacturers. Competes with PV*SOL at the system-sizing and yield-forecasting step, especially when SMA inverters are specified in the BoS.

Others

• GREEN Solar Academy: South Africa/Germany-headquartered solar training organization that issues DGS-accredited certifications and partners with SOLSTA to deliver courses in LATAM. A co-marketing partner on the training side and an adjacent comparison for solar professional education services in the region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 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

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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