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Provides small scale commercial and industrial rooftop solar

Zurich, SwitzerlandFounded 2017Energy
Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2024
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $50–100M Disclosed equity funding
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About Candi

Candi Solar is a company that specializes in providing custom solar power solutions for businesses of all sizes. Operating primarily in the renewable energy market, Candi Solar leverages its Swiss roots and extensive local presence to offer the simplest and most efficient way for companies to adopt solar energy. The business model is based on investing in the solar systems for their clients, thereby freeing up capital for the businesses and enhancing their liquidity. Clients only pay for the power generated, ensuring no upfront costs and immediate financial benefits. Candi Solar handles everything from installation to maintenance, providing a comprehensive end-to-end service. This approach not only helps businesses save money from day one but also ensures a reliable and sustainable energy source.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Employees
163
Open positions
4
Dealroom signal
80.3/100
Industry
Energy
Sub-industry
Clean Energy
Sector
Energy, Solar Energy, Sustainable Development Goals, Climate Tech, Renewable Energy, Hard Tech
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

10 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
DEBTDebt Feb 2026 $59M — International Finance Corporation ↗
CONVERTIBLEOther financing Jul 2025 $20M — Norfund · Stoa Fund ↗
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Growth signals

Candi website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Candi is 5.6K monthly website visits, down 13.8% over the last three months. Candi's team grew 3.2% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits5.6K 3-month web change-13.8% 1-year team growth+3.2%
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Investments and acquisitions

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Investors

12 investors on the cap table

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Seed1 investor entered at this stage

  • Persistent

Series A6 investors entered at this stage

  • E3 Capital
  • Aster
  • Electrification Financing Initiative
  • GAIA impact fund
  • Stoa Fund
  • Energy Entrepreneurs Growth Fund

Series B and later5 investors entered at this stage

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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
8 countries with
team presence
🇮🇳 India52.1%
🇿🇦 South Africa31.9%
🇨🇭 Switzerland3.4%
🇳🇱 Netherlands1.7%
🇧🇬 Bulgaria0.8%
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Market sentiment

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