Since its creation in 2020, Sun and Go stands out for its ambition to transform the Alpes-Maritimes into a model territory in the field of photovoltaics. By combining solar energy with mobility, the company implements innovative systems, including photovoltaic panels installed on buildings and in parking lots. At the same time, it offers charging stations for electric vehicles, thus promoting a responsible energy transition. At the heart of this commitment, Sun and Go strives to meet the growing demand for sustainable energy while educating the public about environmental issues. Explanations on this promising dynamic.
An ambitious vision since 2020
The creation of Sun and Go marked a turning point for the photovoltaic sector in the region. With a small team of seven employees, the company has managed to exceed a turnover of 2 million euros in 2024. Enthusiasm and a willingness to innovate are the pillars of this adventure. The very name of the company evokes this duality of sun and mobility, embodying its aspiration to combine renewable energy production with sustainable mobility.
“Two-in-one” photovoltaic offer
Sun and Go distinguishes itself with its innovative offer that combines the installation of photovoltaic panels and charging stations. Historically, clients often called on the company for only one of these services, but this trend is rapidly changing. “More and more, when we install parking shelters, we also integrate charging stations,” says Olivier Béchu, the founder of the company. This approach not only meets acute energy needs but also saves costs by limiting the infrastructure work required to integrate these technologies.
A favorable context for the energy transition
The growing awareness of the climate emergency fuels demand for alternative energy solutions. The current energy crisis encourages businesses and communities to explore ways to produce their own electricity. With photovoltaics, the initial investment is quickly offset by price security and the absence of bills due to a timeless fuel: the sun. Legislation also plays a driving role, imposing encouraging standards for new buildings to integrate solar panels.
The Alpes-Maritimes, a territory with potential
Despite its exceptional sunshine, the Alpes-Maritimes lag behind in solar energy production. With less than 10% of the electricity consumed coming from renewable sources, the region has a long way to go. Olivier Béchu emphasizes that the goal is to achieve a significantly greater energy autonomy. The potential is undeniable, especially in industrial areas and public buildings that could offer ideal surfaces for the installation of photovoltaic systems.
Promoting collective self-consumption
A promising model for optimizing energy consumption is that of collective self-consumption. By allowing a building to distribute the energy produced to other constructions within a two-kilometer radius, Sun and Go illustrates a solution for the future. Concrete initiatives, such as that of the municipality of Mougins, illustrate this implementation. The rooftops of public facilities are just the beginning of a new era of energy optimization.
Optimizing electricity consumption thus becomes a major issue, especially in the PACA region where challenges abound.
Through this proactive approach, Sun and Go aspires to position the Alpes-Maritimes as an example in renewable energies. The commitment of this innovative company transcends the simple economic framework by engaging all local stakeholders to think together about the sustainable solutions that will make this region a leader in photovoltaics. Collaboration between businesses, communities, and citizens is essential to realize this vision, and Sun and Go is determined to catalyze this transformation.
