Akuo

We are a French company that builds and operates electricity production units from renewable resources, including solar, wind, and storage. We handle everything from studies and design to financing, construction, and operation of power plants. We operate internationally, including in Europe and America. Since 2009, we’ve developed agrivoltaism projects, combining solar energy production with agriculture to support farmers. We currently operate or are building 2.1 GW of power, with a project pipeline over 10 GW. Our projects include the 181 MW Santas solar plant in Monforte, Portugal, and the 22 MW O’MEGA1 floating solar plant in Piolenc, France, which we expanded in 2022. In Boulouparis, New Caledonia, we’re building a 200 MWh electricity storage plant. It’s designed to deliver 50 MW for three hours daily when it launches in 2027, helping stabilize the grid and integrate more renewable energy. Through AkuoCoop by Lendosphere, individuals can crowdfund our renewable energy projects, allowing local communities to invest in the energy transition.

We operate with an entrepreneurial philosophy, embracing audacity, risk-taking, and seizing opportunities. Our core values stem from a culture of testing and an entrepreneurial spirit, fostering initiative, engagement, and motivation among our team. Our mission is to build a better future for all. We’re committed to sustainability, focusing on transparent, responsible, and resilient supply chains. This commitment is supported by a Supplier Code of Conduct, procurement policies, risk mapping, and audits to prevent forced labor. We integrate ESG requirements into contracts to improve traceability and transparency. We joined the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) and plan to apply its principles to all our operations by 2026.

We’re a team of 201-500 people, fostering a culture that encourages individual development and career growth. We support employee growth, with many interns advancing to significant roles. We offer flexibility through a hybrid work model, allowing two days of remote work per week, plus an additional 10 remote days per year, for up to 100 remote days annually. With our international presence across Europe and America, we offer opportunities for international mobility, allowing team members to work in different offices or countries. We prioritize local employment while providing pathways for rapid career advancement and increased responsibilities. We offer diverse career paths across our value chain and various technologies, with 20% of our employees changing positions annually. Training is central to our culture. We offer a comprehensive catalog including classical skill development, soft skills, and leadership training. We also encourage internal knowledge sharing through peer-led initiatives. We support employees’ civic and associative engagements, allowing participation in the Akuo Foundation, Climate Fresco workshops, and skills-based volunteering. We prioritize mental well-being, acknowledging the demanding nature of some roles and actively working to preserve employee health.

We offer various employee benefits, including Gymlib membership, a holiday bonus, and gift vouchers. Employees are eligible for profit-sharing and receive a lunch allowance of €10 per day for approximately 19 days per month, 60% reimbursed. Public transport costs are covered at 75% of the current rate, or we provide a sustainable mobility package. Other benefits include health insurance and Coverflex. Our premises feature landscaped terraces and a gym.