Zolar
Founded 2016 · 127 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors
Zolar operates an online platform that connects homeowners in Germany with vetted regional installation companies for solar and clean-energy projects, including photovoltaic systems, balcony power plants, wallboxes, and solar storage. It acts as an intermediary matching customers with qualified local specialist firms who provide individual quotes and installation.
Founders & leadership
Zolar was founded in 2016 by Alex Melzer.
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Alex MelzerinCo-Founder & Board Member2016–2025
Investors · 7
Energy Impact PartnersNew York · $5M – $20M
Inven CapitalPrague
BNP Paribasreported
Statkraft VenturesreportedOslo · $540K – $21.6M
Sunstone CapitalreportedFrederiksberg
Also in the syndicate · 2
EcosiaMercom Capital Group
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries BMar 2021Source ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Zolar do?
- Zolar operates an online platform that connects homeowners in Germany with vetted regional installation companies for solar and clean-energy projects, including photovoltaic systems, balcony power plants, wallboxes, and solar storage. It acts as an intermediary matching customers with qualified local specialist firms who provide individual quotes and installation.
- Who founded Zolar?
- Zolar was founded by Alex Melzer in 2016.
- Who are Zolar's investors?
- Zolar's investors include Energy Impact Partners, Inven Capital, BNP Paribas, Statkraft Ventures, Sunstone Capital.

