Engie

Engie is a global energy company headquartered in Courbevoie, France, specializing in electricity, natural gas, and energy services. It operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Engie's activities encompass the generation and sale of power from diverse sources such as nuclear, thermal, solar, wind, biogas, and biomass. The company also engages in seawater desalination, engineering services, and the development of renewable energy projects. Additionally, Engie manages natural gas transportation and distribution networks and operates LNG terminals primarily in France. Founded in 1880, Engie emerged from the merger of Gaz de France and Suez in 2008 and subsequently rebranded from GDF Suez in 2015. With a commitment to facilitating the transition to a carbon-neutral world, the company emphasizes low-carbon energy solutions and innovative services. Engie's installed capacity in Brazil reflects its focus on clean energy, with a significant portion derived from renewable sources.

Thomas Baudlot

CEO

Anne Chassagnette

Financial Communications Director and Environmental and Societal Responsibility Director

Past deals in Electricity

Mobisol

Acquisition in 2019
Mobisol GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing and installing solar home systems to provide electricity to underserved low-income customers in developing nations. The company offers solutions that power LED lights, radios, mobile phones, and various household appliances, while also promoting productive use appliances. Mobisol's innovative approach combines solar energy with an affordable mobile payment plan, making it accessible for those living without electricity. The company emphasizes comprehensive customer service and utilizes remote monitoring technology to ensure reliable performance. With additional offices in Tanzania, Rwanda, and Kenya, Mobisol operates as a subsidiary of ENGIE SA, focusing on delivering clean and affordable energy alternatives to fossil fuels.

Bboxx

Series D in 2019
BBOXX Ltd. designs, manufactures, distributes, and finances plug and play solar systems. The company offers solar home systems, remote monitoring products, portable lights, portable radios, LED TVs and lights, and phone chargers. It also provides installation and maintenance services. The company serves customers through a network of distributors in the United Kingdom and internationally. BBOXX Ltd. was founded in 2010 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Chargepoint Services

Acquisition in 2019
ChargePoint Services Ltd (CPS) specializes in integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, combining advanced hardware with its proprietary software platform, the GeniePoint Platform. The company offers a comprehensive range of services that include hardware provision, equipment installation, project planning, and network management, facilitating both public and private sector EV charging. Additionally, CPS provides RFID card registration and software for charging and vehicle monitoring, thereby enabling clients to effectively mobilize electric vehicles. By focusing on smart energy storage and end-to-end technology solutions, ChargePoint Services aims to support the growing demand for accessible and efficient EV charging infrastructure.

Tiko.ch

Acquisition in 2019
Tiko, the product from the Swiss-based company Swisscom Energy Solutions AG, is the first solution worldwide to provide energy efficiency and additional services to end users while delivering the full spectrum of services to energy suppliers and grids – up to the fastest one: fast frequency response with a reaction time of less than 1 second using residential prosumers’ devices.

Simpa Energy India Pvt. Ltd.

Acquisition in 2018
Simpa Energy India Pvt. Ltd. is a rural rooftop solar provider in India, selling solar home systems (SHS) to households and small businesses in rural areas of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha.

Langa

Acquisition in 2018
Langa is a French renewable energy company. The group operates an integrated IPP business model (development, EPC, O&M, asset management) focused on building and operating a proprietary park of renewable energy assets. LANGA currently owns and operates 100 MW of renewable assets and has a significant pipeline of projects under development primarily in the solar and wind segments.

Electro Power Systems

Acquisition in 2018
Electro Power Systems operates in the sustainable energy sector, focusing on hybrid energy storage solutions and microgrids that convert intermittent renewable energy sources into stable power supplies. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company has developed advanced technologies protected by 125 patents, supported by over a decade of research and development. EPS provides a range of services, including energy storage systems for solar farms and industrial applications, as well as centralized and residential charging stations for electric vehicles. It has implemented 36 large-scale projects worldwide, totaling over 35 MW of installed power, which serves more than 165,000 customers daily. Additionally, the company has deployed over 18 MW of grid support systems, contributing to a total capacity output of 47 MWh across 21 countries, including regions in Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Husk Power Systems

Series C in 2018
Husk Power Systems Pvt. Ltd. is a renewable energy company based in Patna, India, that focuses on generating and distributing electricity to households, community services, small businesses, and factories. Founded in 2007, the company utilizes biomass waste—such as rice husks and other agricultural residues—to produce electricity through its proprietary technology. Husk Power Systems designs and operates mini-power plants and micro-grids, offering electricity as a pay-for-use service primarily to rural areas. This approach not only provides reliable lighting, reducing reliance on kerosene, but also fosters economic development by enabling microenterprises and the use of electricity-operated machinery. By creating a sustainable energy ecosystem at each power plant, Husk Power Systems aims to deliver shared value to its stakeholders and stimulate local economies.

Fenix International

Acquisition in 2017
Fenix International Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manufactures renewable energy products, primarily targeting mobile telecommunications in emerging markets. Established in 2009, the company focuses on providing affordable solar solutions to empower over 1.3 billion people living off-grid. Its flagship product, ReadySet, is an intelligent plug-and-play energy system that powers various devices, including mobile phones, lights, and medical applications, utilizing multiple energy sources such as solar and micro-wind. Fenix also offers a range of accessories, enhancing its product line with mobile charging solutions and LED lights. The company markets its products through service centers and shops in regions like Uganda and Rwanda, as well as online platforms in the United States. Fenix International operates as a subsidiary of ENGIE SA and has garnered significant recognition for its innovative technology and impactful outreach efforts.

Mera Gao Power

Venture Round in 2017
Mera Gao Power builds and operates village-based solar micro grids to provide electricity to off-grid households in Uttar Pradesh, India. MGP’s lighting facilities generate electricity through centrally-located solar panels and distribute it across the village to power LED lights and mobile phone chargers in customers’ households. These facilities offer MGP’s customers both a lower priced and higher quality lighting alternative to kerosene.

EVBox

Acquisition in 2017
EVBox is an electric vehicle charging infrastructure company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2010. The company provides smart and scalable charging solutions and management software, supporting the transition to sustainable mobility. With over 150,000 charging points across more than 70 countries, EVBox enables businesses and cities to contribute to a future of emission-free transportation. The company initially gained recognition as the sole provider of public charging infrastructure in major cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Monaco. In 2017, it was acquired by ENGIE, a global energy utility, which recognized its potential in the rapidly growing electric mobility sector. In 2018, EVBox expanded its offerings by acquiring EVTronic, adding 1,000 ultra-fast charging stations to its European network. Today, EVBox focuses on enhancing accessibility to electric vehicle charging through a new generation of residential, commercial, public, and fast-charging solutions, while promoting smart charging technologies and collaboration within the industry.

Enlight

Series B in 2017
Enlight is a solar energy company for homes and small businesses. Our customers use the endless energy provided by the sun to generate their own electricity at a substantially lower cost, with more clarity about their consumption and through a great customer experience. Enlight has thousands of customers and is a partner of Engie, the largest independent electricity producer in the planet.

Bboxx

Series C in 2016
BBOXX Ltd. designs, manufactures, distributes, and finances plug and play solar systems. The company offers solar home systems, remote monitoring products, portable lights, portable radios, LED TVs and lights, and phone chargers. It also provides installation and maintenance services. The company serves customers through a network of distributors in the United Kingdom and internationally. BBOXX Ltd. was founded in 2010 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Engie Solar

Acquisition in 2015
Solairedirect is an integrated solar power provider, present on the photovoltaic value chain from module production to decentralized power network operation. The company develops and operates infrastructures of all sizes (rooftop and ground-mounted) with turnkey service offers (design and engineering, installation and construction, financing, operation and maintenance) as part of carbon footprint community projects. Solairedirect’s mission is to provide everyone with the choice of clean and home-based electricity, producing reliable, high performance, low-cost and smart solar kilowatt-hours. It systematically implements technology, manufacturing and service innovations with the stated intention to be among the first power producers to reach grid parity in France and other countries.

Simpa

Debt Financing in 2014
Simpa Energy India Pvt. Ltd. is a company based in Bengaluru, India, that specializes in providing solar home systems to households and shops, particularly in rural areas. Established in 2010, it employs a pay-as-you-go pricing model that allows customers to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system with a minimal initial payment. The payment structure resembles that of pre-paid mobile phone plans, enabling users to make small, incremental payments over time via mobile devices. This model not only facilitates access to clean and reliable electricity but also accumulates towards the total purchase price of the system. Once fully paid, customers own the solar home system, allowing them to benefit from free electricity thereafter. As of November 2018, Simpa operates as a subsidiary of ENGIE SA.

Mera Gao Power

Seed Round in 2014
Mera Gao Power builds and operates village-based solar micro grids to provide electricity to off-grid households in Uttar Pradesh, India. MGP’s lighting facilities generate electricity through centrally-located solar panels and distribute it across the village to power LED lights and mobile phone chargers in customers’ households. These facilities offer MGP’s customers both a lower priced and higher quality lighting alternative to kerosene.

La Compagnie du Vent S.A.

Acquisition in 2007
La Compagnie du Vent S.A. produces renewable energy through wind power stations.
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