About
Founded in 2005, Solaire-en-nord is a ngo headquartered in Lille, France specializing in Solar.
Solaire en Nord is a French law 1901 non-profit association recognized as of general interest (SIREN: 488 286 659) dedicated to developing solar energy in the Hauts-de-France region. Since its founding in 2005 by pioneers including Thierry Janssoone, the organization has focused on promoting photovoltaic solar energy adoption among citizens and local communities. The association operates on three core principles: inform, help, and act. Key activities include operating a solar cadastre to assess rooftop potential, facilitating citizen-owned cooperative projects, promoting 1 kWc self-consumption kits for residential use, supporting energy efficiency initiatives, and advocating for policies that remove administrative barriers to renewable energy deployment. The organization merged with Solis association in 2020 and partners with regional authorities, research institutions (ENSAM, Institut Catholique de Lille), and citizen cooperatives to advance the energy transition.
Headquarters
Lille, France
Founded
2005
Company Type
NGO
Business Models
Value Chain
Service Regions
Nord, Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France
Industry Memberships
Réseau des Énergies Renouvelables Citoyennes (Regional Citizen Renewable Energy Network)
Projects
Solar Cadastre (Cadastre Solaire)
Painlevé School Photovoltaic Installation
1 kWc Self-Consumption Kit Operation
APC 2020 Research Project
Solis Métropole Cooperative
Certifications & Awards
Certifications
Recognized of General Interest (Intérêt Général)