IED SA
Innovation Energie Développement SA
Francheville, France
About
Founded in 1988, IED SA is a private headquartered in Francheville, France with approximately 500-1000 employees specializing in Solar, Hydro, Biomass.
IED is a longstanding independent consulting and engineering company dedicated to renewable energy and electricity access. Founded in 1988, the company pioneered decentralized rural electrification concepts in the early 1990s. IED operates small decentralized and autonomous renewable energy production units, manages hydroelectric and biomass gasification projects, and provides comprehensive engineering services for electricity networks. The company develops and commercializes specialized software for energy sector planning and analysis. Operating in over 40 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and other regions, IED combines technical expertise with local context understanding, serving public institutions, development banks, and private clients. The company maintains strong commitment to environmental and social responsibility, with subsidiaries and field operations embedded in local communities.
Headquarters
Francheville, France
Founded
1988
Employees
500-1000
Company Type
Private