CF Green Energy Solutions Inc.

What CF Green Energy Solutions Inc. does

CF Green Energy Solutions Inc. is a Pickering, Ontario-based commercial green energy solutions provider founded in 2016 by Catherine Cai. The company sells and installs three core product lines — commercial LED lighting retrofits (replacing Metal Halide, fluorescent, and incandescent fixtures), solar PV systems with Net Metering Application support, and EV charging hardware/software/services — and complements these with on-site energy audits, government rebate facilitation (IESO Instant Discounts, Save on Energy Retrofit Program, Green Municipal Fund), licensed electrician installation with ESA-compliant disposal, and a Solar Calculator lead-generation tool. Its underlying technology stack is conventional: LED and solar PV hardware sourced from third-party manufacturers (with DLC/Energy Star qualification), a Shopify e-commerce storefront, and Google Analytics for marketing measurement; no proprietary AI or software platform is disclosed.

The business model is primarily project-based hardware sales plus professional installation services, with pricing structured around the value of government rebates (up to 50% of project costs) and the federal 41% solar tax credit. A representative 78.26 kW DC commercial solar project is priced at approximately $99,274 net after incentives, with $13,050 annual savings and a 7.6-year simple payback; LED retrofits typically deliver 55–85% energy reduction and 1.0–2.4-year payback based on disclosed case studies. The go-to-market is sales-led, anchored by free on-site energy assessments and supported by trade show participation (PM Springfest, ONPHA Conference, Sell-a-Rama), a Shopify storefront, and content marketing via case studies and customer testimonials. The company serves commercial and multi-residential property owners, non-profit housing providers, religious institutions, retail, and warehouse/industrial customers, all within the Greater Toronto Area.

The organization is small (three named personnel: Catherine Cai as President, Jeremy Guan in Sales & Marketing/PV Design, Emily Guan in Social Media and Accounting), appears bootstrapped with no disclosed external funding, and operates exclusively in the Greater Toronto Area. Its strongest defensible asset is administrative expertise in Ontario government incentive programs, which materially lowers effective project costs for customers.

Name

CF Green Energy Solutions Inc.

Legal name

CF Green Energy Solutions Inc.

Website

https://cfgreenenergysolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CF Green Energy Solutions Inc. is a Pickering, Ontario-based contractor founded in 2016 that sells and installs commercial LED lighting retrofits, solar PV systems, and EV chargers for property owners, non-profit housing providers, and industrial customers in the Greater Toronto Area, with revenue driven by project-based hardware sales, installation services, and government rebate facilitation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Pickering

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LED Lighting Products and Installation: Sale and installation of commercial LED lighting retrofit products including fixtures, tubes, and lamps. Revenue generated from product sales, professional installation services by licensed electricians, and ESA-compliant disposal of old fixtures.
2. Solar Panel Systems: Commercial and residential solar energy solutions including system design, procurement, installation, and net metering application assistance. Revenue from system installations with government incentives and tax credits (41% tax credit) passed to customers.
3. EV Charger Products and Installation: Electric vehicle charging solutions from hardware to software to service. End-to-end EV charger offerings including site assessment, installation, and ongoing service.
4. Energy Consulting and Assessment Services: On-site energy auditing services for commercial buildings including lighting audits, solar assessments, and EV charger site evaluations. Free site auditing for existing lighting systems.
5. Government Rebate Facilitation: Assistance with government rebate applications including IESO Instant Discounts Program and Save on Energy Retrofit Program. The company acts as liaison between customers and government programs, helping clients receive maximum rebates up to 50% of project costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CF Green Energy Solutions provides commercial LED lighting retrofits, solar PV system installations, and EV charging infrastructure to businesses and multi-residential properties across the Greater Toronto Area. Services span on-site energy auditing, system design, product procurement, licensed electrician installation, and ESA-compliant disposal. The company also assists clients with navigating Ontario government rebate programs, including IESO Instant Discounts and Save on Energy, to reduce project costs.

Product overview

CF Green Energy Solutions Inc. is a commercial green energy solutions provider offering three core product categories: LED Lighting Solutions (commercial retrofit products replacing Metal Halide, fluorescent, and incandescent fixtures), Solar Energy Solutions (system installations with Net Metering Applications), and EV Charger Solutions (hardware, software, and service for electric vehicle charging). The company operates a platform-plus-services model where the three core product lines are supported by add-on modules including Design and Solutions (custom sourcing with DLC/Energy Star products), Installation and Disposal Services (ESA-certified electrician services), On-Site Assessment Services (energy audits and site evaluations), Solar Calculator (interactive estimation tool), Project Energy Analyst Reports, and Government Rebate Assistance. The company specializes in commercial retrofits in the Greater Toronto Area and assists clients with Save on Energy government rebate applications, with clients reportedly achieving up to 50% project cost rebates.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LED Lighting Solutions Commercial LED lighting retrofit products and installation services replacing inefficient Metal Halide, fluorescent, and incandescent fixtures with energy-efficient LED technology. Targeted at commercial buildings, multi-residential properties, warehouses, retail stores, and non-profit organizations.
• Solar Energy Solutions Solar energy system design, procurement, installation, and Net Metering application assistance for commercial and residential customers. Combines quality solar PV products with market-leading cost structures and a 41% tax credit passed to customers.
• EV Charger Solutions End-to-end electric vehicle charging solutions covering hardware, software, and service for commercial properties. Includes site assessment, installation, and ongoing service to accelerate EV adoption.
• On-Site Energy Assessment Services Comprehensive energy auditing services including detailed inventory of energy- and water-consuming equipment, two-year billing history analysis, and identification of energy and cost-saving opportunities. Covers lighting audits, solar assessments, and EV charger site evaluations. Free for existing lighting systems.
• Installation and Disposal Services Licensed electrician installation of LED, solar, and EV charger products, plus ESA post-project inspection. Includes lamps, ballast, and old fixture disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Government Rebate Assistance Application assistance for Ontario government rebate programs including the IESO Instant Discounts Program, Save on Energy Retrofit Program, and Green Municipal Fund, helping clients recover up to 50% of project costs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy consumption reduction of 30-50% annually
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Local Brand Name Lighting ManufacturerscoreTechnology or IntegrationCF Green Energy Solutions partners with local brand name lighting manufacturers to ensure clients receive superior quality products with exceptional warranties and outstanding customer technical support. The company sources and designs green energy solutions in collaboration with these manufacturers.
• Shopify Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationThe company's online store is powered by Shopify Inc., which provides the e-commerce platform enabling the company to sell products and services online.
• ONPHA (Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCF Green Energy Solutions is an ONPHA member and participates as a trade show exhibitor at the ONPHA Conference and Trade Show (2018) to promote products and services to non-profit housing providers across Ontario.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Solar: Major Canadian-founded solar module manufacturer and project developer with global operations. Comparable to CF Green's solar business in addressing commercial and residential solar demand in Canada, though Canadian Solar is a vertically integrated, capital-intensive player while CF Green is a local installer.
• Direct Energy: Major North American retail energy provider and energy services company serving Canadian homes and businesses. Overlaps with CF Green in commercial energy solutions and customer base, though Direct Energy's primary business is energy supply rather than installation of LEDs, solar, or EV chargers.
• Just Energy: Canadian retail energy provider with commercial and residential offerings in electricity, natural gas, and green energy products. Comparable in targeting commercial customers seeking energy cost reduction, though Just Energy is a retailer rather than an installer of physical efficiency or clean-energy assets.
• Bullfrog Power: Canadian green energy retailer offering renewable energy supply and energy efficiency solutions to commercial and residential customers across Canada. Overlaps with CF Green in commercial clean energy and sustainability positioning, though Bullfrog's primary model is green power retailing rather than installation services.
• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation company with significant commercial building energy efficiency, lighting controls, EV charging, and solar/storage offerings in Canada. Comparable in addressing the same end-customer energy retrofit and decarbonization needs, though Schneider is a multinational OEM and systems integrator rather than a local installation contractor.
• Reliance Home Comfort: Canadian provider of HVAC, water heater, plumbing, and related home/commercial services with a sales-led, on-site-assessment-led model similar to CF Green. Comparable in sales motion and energy-services focus, but Reliance is national, far larger, and offers broader mechanical services rather than LED/solar/EV specialization.
• Enbridge Gas (Home Services): Large Canadian energy company with home and commercial services including HVAC, water heating, and energy efficiency offerings. Comparable in serving Ontario commercial and residential customers with energy-related upgrades, though Enbridge operates at much greater scale and across a wider service portfolio.

Direct peers

• ChargePoint: Largest North American EV charging network providing hardware, software, and services for commercial, fleet, and residential charging. Directly comparable to CF Green's EV charger offering in targeting commercial sites for charger deployment, though ChargePoint is a software-led network operator with US/global scale rather than a local installer.
• FLO: Canadian-headquartered EV charging network operator offering hardware, software, and network services for commercial and public charging. Directly comparable to CF Green's EV charger product line as both target commercial properties for charger installation, though FLO operates at a national/network scale versus CF Green's local installation focus.

Regional players

• Alectra Utilities: Ontario local distribution company serving the Greater Toronto Area, including Pickering where CF Green is headquartered. Comparable as a GTA energy-services player, though Alectra is a regulated utility rather than a private contractor; potential partnership or program-administration channel for CF Green's commercial retrofits in the Alectra service territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCeWCNtU41NuIa5BsgFyOMhQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/CFLEDLighting
• Instagraminstagram.com/cfledlighting

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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