MES Barcelona
The UN has recognised MES Barcelona as the most sustainable public-private collaboration initiative out of 70 models under consideration.
MES Barcelona
MES Barcelona is the new energy transformation plan from the City Council which enables you to install photovoltaic plaques in your building.
MES Barcelona
About the project
The Barcelona Sustainable Energy Mechanism (MES Barcelona), a tool to support and accelerate the city’s energy transition alongside private investors.
The tool is intended to encourage investment in solar panelling and energy renewal in the city.
Is Barcelona City Council’s new energy-transformation plan that lets you install photovoltaic panels on your building using a funded solution with guaranteed materials. Those funding the photovoltaic panel will sell electricity to the building’s owners and, once the electricity-sales contract ends, the panel will then belong to the building’s owners at zero cost.
Goals
The mechanism’s priority aim is to boost the production of photovoltaic energy in the city based on private initiatives, focusing on projects that use both large spaces (the roofs of industrial buildings and warehouses, of office buildings or of other places in the city) and roofs and flat rooftops of residential buildings by grouping together several residential buildings which, together, can make the entire investment manageable as well as scalable.
In addition, investments are expected to be made in energy renovation projects for buildings with a high energy consumption, such as hospitals, hotels and sports facilities.
Finally, MES Barcelona also intends to invest in projects to boost innovation in the renewable energy economic sector.
How does it work?
MES Barcelona is a financial investment mechanism from Barcelona City Council. This €50-million municipal endowment will therefore be used for investment projects proposed by City Council-approved investors. These approved investors are a group of investors with experience investing in photovoltaic installations and energy renovation.
When it comes to selecting investments, the City Council will require these to focus on either photovoltaic solar panel installations or energy renovation where the business model does not require co-funding from the owners of the buildings. Investors will contribute 100% of the investment, which they will recover through the surplus energy or energy savings resulting from the operations funded by them.
In the case of investors specialising in photovoltaic energy, among other criteria, there will be a guarantee that these funds diversify the installation of photovoltaic solar panels in several types of building (residential, tertiary and industrial buildings) and encourage self-consumption, energy communities and the installation of electric vehicle charging points and so on. Private investors will be able to suggest improvements regarding the use and exploitation of community roofs.
Approved energy companies:
In March 2021, Barcelona City Council’s Economy and Tax Office Commission approved the first companies and business groups that can be approved investors in the Barcelona Sustainable Energy Mechanism (MESBarcelona). These companies are: Endesa; GVC; Accelera Energia; Iberdrola; Naturgy Iberia, SA; Suma Capital SGECR, SA; Hengdian Group / ENERparking Sunstroom, i Intermoney Titulización SGFT, SA.
The diversity of companies enables very diversified investment strategies to be proposed, encompassing different types of buildings and actions: residential buildings, offices, industrial warehouses, car parks, and public infrastructures and buildings committed to implementing clean energy (solar panels), building renovation, and even the possible production of green hydrogen.
The investor approval process is open-ended, so start-ups will be able to join the MESBarcelona project in upcoming calls. Initially, there will be two calls per year, in addition to the new approval calls that will emerge.
Action Areas
The co-investment will be carried out in several groups of projects seeking to make energy improvements in the city with regard to:
- Active measures: installation of photovoltaic solar panels and other renewable energy sources.
- Passive measures: improving insulation, replacing windows and building envelopes, improving façades, etc.
- Technological innovation in renewable energies.
The measures will apply to all the buildings in the city:
– Tertiary or service buildings belonging to public entities and private (offices, hotels, sports facilities, etc.,) and industrial companies.
– Residential buildings (with a sole owner, with owners who rent them out, owners’ associations, etc.)
– Public space elements.
– Charging points (including public and private car parks).
– Companies and entrepreneurs working on innovative energy improvement projects.
- Others directly relating to the above.
The increase in installed photovoltaic power and building renovation is expected to reduce energy consumption in the city and increase local production. It is estimated that the mechanism can potentially increase current local renewable-energy generation by 66%.
Benefits of the programme
– Ensuring investment in Barcelona. Several initiatives are emerging in Spain (offers from energy operators and proposals from investment funds) to increase the number of photovoltaic power installations. The Sustainable Energy Mechanism can be an element that ensures part of this investment is made in Barcelona in spite of the difficulties that may presumably be involved in investing in photovoltaic energy in a compact city such as Barcelona.
– Ensuring an investment model that provides added value to citizens. This is based on an investment model in which the assets - the photovoltaic solar panels - ultimately belong to the public, the owners of the buildings. However, the added value is also based on making a better use of roofs, not just from the solar point of view but also in terms of the space itself, which can be converted into a green roof or a space for social use.
– Ensuring an investment model that is appealing to all residents of Barcelona regardless of their financial means. Under the planned business model, the investment is not recovered through payment by the owners of the buildings but through the savings resulting from a more sustainable consumption. Promoting the Sustainable Energy Mechanism therefore guarantees that this investment can be extended to every neighbourhood in Barcelona.
Approved energy companies
These are the energy companies taking part in each of the various areas of the MES Barcelona programme. They have all been approved by Barcelona City Council. If you are considering taking part in the project, you can contact the companies in your field of interest.
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Sorigué is a leading business group in the water technology and engineering, services, construction and materials sectors. In the field of energy, the group has specialised in the execution of energy recovery projects and building renovation, covering the entire value chain: energy audit and design of solutions; execution of works; maintenance and operation of facilities, and solutions for funding investments, through securing grants and subsidies or the capitalisation of energy savings.
Action areas:
Isolated or network-connected solar panelling installations, with or without power accumulation, in housing, offices, industrial premises and other facilities.
Contact details:
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934463850
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energia@sorigue.com
Approved investor:
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At Endesa we are working to bring about a new energy model based on clean energy, enabling us to offer better service and look after our planet. We want to help create a model based on clean energy which is respectful towards the natural environment and sustainable development. We are working to lead the technological transformation which our sector is undergoing.
Action areas:
Photovoltaic panels in public buildings and vehicle recharging points everywhere.
Contact details:
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800760161
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B2G.endesax@enel.com
Approved investor:
ENDESA X SERVICIOS S.L.
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Acelera was conceived as the result of extensive experience in the renewable energy sector and a strong commitment to a fair and sustainable energy transition. Acelera’s goal is to use our experience in the latest technology as a lever for accelerating the energy transition.
Action areas:
Installation of photovoltaic panels and recharging points in all types of buildings, outdoor car parks and leisure areas, excepting residential buildings. Energy renovation and battery storage in commercial and industrial buildings.
Contact details:
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683170577
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hola@aceleraenergia.com
Approved investor:
GVC GAESCO Gestión Gestora de Instituciones de Inversión Colectiva S.A.
Acelera Alternativas Energéticas SA
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ENERparking is our solution to generate photovoltaic energy within urban areas. It’s about roofing public and private areas, to convert them into 100% green energy power plants. A ground-level alternative to the roof-top PV installations, upgrading the usability of car parks, kids playgrounds, sports facilities and much more.
Action areas:
Installation of semi-transparent photovoltaic roof covers, EV charging points and battery storage in all types of buildings.
Contact details:
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948119438
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barcelona@enerparking.com
Approved investor:
SUNSTROOM/ENERPARKING
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EiDF is a national company acting as an operator in the energy sector. It operates in three areas of business: self-consumption, generation and commercial distribution. In self-consumption, the company leads the sector for SMEs and industry, having delivered over 300 MW of solar energy in Spain. In generation, it boasts a portfolio of projects exceeding 2 GW. The energy generated by its solar farms will be used for commercial distribution.
Action areas:
Self-consumption facilities for companies, construction of solar farms, commercial distribution
Contact details:
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900535037
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info@eidfsolar.es
Approved investor:
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The Iberdrola group is a global leader in renewable energy and sustainability. We are focused on giving our customers added value with products geared towards energy efficiency and sustainability, moving towards carbon-free energy. To achieve this, we have developed complete products linked to large-scale and small-scale solar energy creation, solar communities, recharging points for electric vehicles, heat and aerothermal pumps and green hydrogen production.
Action areas:
All types of buildings: installation of photovoltaic panels, recharging points, battery storage and climate control / aerothermics. And green hydrogen production.
Contact details:
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900224522
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mesbarcelona@iberdrola.es
Approved investor:
IBERDROLA
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We are a multi-national group with operations in over 30 countries, with nearly 22 million customers. Our efforts are geared towards meeting the needs of our customers, providing them with the best products and services for gas and electricity alike.
Action areas:
Installation of photovoltaic panels, recharging points, battery storage and climate control / aerothermics in all sorts of buildings. Biomethane production. Hydrogen and natural gas stations.
Contact details:
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900 900 413
Approved investor:
NATURGY IBERIA, S.A.
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We are an independent investment management company, clearly committed to helping build the future we believe in. We use our impact funds to finance projects linked to the energy transition and the circular economy and which generate a positive impact for businesses, people and the environment. This is our commitment and we want you to be a part of it.
Action areas:
Any type of sustainability project or groups of projects, based on assets and which involve an investment of more than €2 million.
Contact details:
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933680203
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barcelona@sumacapital.com
Approved investor:
Suma Capital
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Engie is an international industrial group whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon neutral economy, reducing energy consumption by means of more efficient, decentralised and environmentally respectful solutions. The company and its employees, clients and shareholders are united for the purpose of balancing economic results with a positive impact on people and the planet.
Action areas:
Solar panel installations for self-consumption and grid injection. Integrated solar panel solutions, charging point, accumulation in batteries. Energy production and storage solutions based on green fuels (green hydrogen, biomethane).
Contact details:
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914537064
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direccion.comercial@engie.es
Approved investor:
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We are a venture capital company founded in 2004, specialising in sustainable-impact investments in the renewables and energy-efficiency sector. We have financed the development of wind, photovoltaic, solar-thermal and energy-efficiency projects in Spain, the United Kingdom, Poland and Chile. From the very start, the aim has been to help with the mitigation of climate change and generate economic and environmental resources in order to enable the growth of all stakeholders involved in the sustainable ecosystem. Energy transition is a path where everyone can do their bit to help create a better future.
Action areas:
Installation of self-consumption energy generation and storage equipment, mainly via photovoltaic panels, mini wind generators, recharging points and batteries.
Contact details:
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934147248
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mesbarcelona@sicapital.net
Approved investor:
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COMSA Service is a multi-disciplinary service company in the maintenance and energy efficiency sector, part of the business group COMSA CORPORACIÓN. Founded in 1994, the company specialises in the comprehensive maintenance of buildings and facilities to guarantee their optimum functioning and extend their useful life, as well as property management, technical assistance and energy optimisation. COMSA Service also specialises in the design, construction and conservation of ornamental fountains, including the decorative treatment of water, light and sound.
Action areas:
Installation of photovoltaic panels and recharging points in all types of buildings, outdoor car parks and leisure areas, excepting residential buildings
Contact details:
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934809150
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angel.ortega@comsa.com
Approved investor:
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Atlas Energia is the mainstay in a leading business group with over a century of commitment and evolution behind it in the generation and distribution of energy. The company promotes projects and provides a comprehensive service for companies, administrations and individuals, giving greater prominence and power to the consumer.
Atlas is also a protagonist in the energy transformation, helping towards a more sustainable planet and firmly backing self-consumption and the creation of customers’ own solar panelling installations.
Action areas:
Photovoltaic installations in single-family buildings, residential buildings, public buildings, companies, waste areas or sports facilities. Also projects in battery storage, recharging points and production of green hydrogen
Contact details:
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935957760
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mesbarcelona@atlas-energia.com
Approved investor:
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RUBAU is a business group involved in construction and concession of infrastructures, urban services and, in general, in the development of businesses linked to the circular economy and sustainability. In the energy sector, it is specialized in the design, construction and maintenance of renewable energy generation facilities and the rehabilitation of buildings based on energy efficiency and construction with recycled materials. We offer services for energy improvement, comprehensive rehabilitation, sanitation of pathologies and improvement of accessibility. We take care of the design, execution, and financing of the project, as well as the processing and management of subsidies.
Action areas:
Self-consumption energy generation and storage equipment, aerothermal energy, battery storage, energy rehabilitation, electrical recharging points, energy efficiency. Housing, commercial and industrial buildings
Contact details:
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932724475
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mesbarcelona@rubau.com
Approved investor:
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Factorenergia was created in Barcelona 23 years ago, since when it has been supplying electricity to companies and households. We provide every type of solution for photovoltaic self-consumption, funding and subsidy management. We do every type of installation, key in hand: households, companies, residential properties and institutions. We deal with absolutely everything! We are the first energy supplier in Spain to have accredited its commitment to sustainability, the environment and energy saving in accordance with SDGs. Saving energy is our company philosophy.
Action areas:
Installing photovoltaic panels in every type of building: single-family buildings, residential properties, public buildings, companies, recreational areas, among other things. We offer energy-accumulation systems and electric-vehicle charging points
Contact details:
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900377594
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solarbcn@factorenergia.com
Approved investor:
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Ferrovial builds integrated solutions for today’s energy market and develops innovative solutions for tomorrow’s needs. The company offers comprehensive management in energy use. It helps to develop smart and sustainable cities through energy savings, renewable energies and the digitalisation of services.
Action areas:
Solar panelling installations, energy renovation, energy storage and recharging points.
Contact details:
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681018423
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ejimenezangles@ferrovial.com
Approved investor:
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Eco2Next is the leader in collective self-consumption in homeowners' communities in the city of Barcelona, with the same system that drives MES Barcelona.
At its birth in 2010 Eco2Next won the prize for the best business plan of the Barcelona City Council with this business model, where Eco2next makes the investment to reduce electricity consumption in the communities and in return receives part of the savings obtained.
For MES Barcelona we had the collaboration of Cleanwatts, an expert in energy community management software, and Goparity, a sustainable crowlending portal
Action areas:
Residential buildings: installation of photovoltaic panels and vehicle recharging stations
Contact details:
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646815645
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mesbarcelona@eco2next.com
Approved investor:
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Apply now!
Apply for your building to be assessed
To take part, you need to send us an application to register. Once we have received your application request, we will send it on to the investment companies who will get in touch with you to study the viability of the project and define the conditions.
Once you have filled out the application form, you will receive an application code and the contact details of the companies we have sent your request on to. If you have any questions about the project or you would like to keep abreast of its progress, access to the monitoring space.
Actualitat
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16/06/2021 - 08:56 h Environment and sustainability New deadline for new investors who wish to be approved for MES BarcelonaMES Barcelona is an instrument to support and speed up the city’s energy transition alongside private investors.
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02/05/2021 - 10:11 h MES Barcelona, the new energy transformation plan to build a greener cityThe UN has recognised MES Barcelona as the most sustainable public-private collaboration initiative out of 70 models under consideration.
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29/03/2021 - 09:04 h The MESBarcelona mechanism now has its first certified investorsThe first seven inverters for this mechanism have been approved.
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03/05/2023 - 15:45 h Barcelona steps up its green energy generation with 8 projects to install photovoltaic panels on large facilities in the cityThe Mechanism for Sustainable Energy in Barcelona (MES Barcelona) installs photovoltaic panels on large buildings such as Mercabarna, making it the largest rooftop photovoltaic self-consumption plant in the Iberian Peninsula
Collaboration from energy service companies (ESCO)
If you are an energy service company and you would like to collaborate with MES Barcelona on developing energy transition services (basically, installation of solar panels), please complete the attached questionnaire.
Learn about other municipal projects working towards the city’s energy transition.
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Energy renovation grantsWe will help you to be more energy efficient and generate your own energy.
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Photovoltaic solar panel installation grantsCheck the grants and allowances you can apply for to install photovoltaic systems to generate your own energy.
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Fàbrica del Sol resource centreUrban ecology and sustainability information and enquiry service.
FAQs
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The owners of the buildings (individuals, communities of property owners, companies, asset-holding companies, etc.) interested in taking part in the project must register using the form on this website. Barcelona City Council will send the application on to the investment companies with an investment strategy that is compatible with the characteristics of the applicant's building.
Even if owners do not register using the form, authorised companies can approach owners directly.
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Once the application has been received, the investment companies will carry out a feasibility study based on the characteristics of the building, including number of square meters of roof space available, hours of sunlight, state of repair and insulation, etc., in line with the type of intervention requested.
In the event of a positive feasibility analysis, the companies and owners of the buildings must sign a contract that sets out the type of investment, the forecast return period to finance it, and the deadline for when the ownership/title deed of the investment will pass to the owner of the building.
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The installation of solar panels under MESBarcelona is not a subsidy.
It is an investment that is self-financing for the period of time the contract is in force via the energy saving or the energy generated, which will happen once the investment has been made.
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The owners of the building will not have to make any disbursement or payment. In fact, depending on the type of project decided on and each individual case, they may even enjoy savings on their energy bills right from the word go.
Once the contracted period of time of between five and ten years has ended, and in the case of the solar panel installations, the owners of the building will then own the installed infrastructure themselves, according to the terms of the contract (it must be remembered, for example, that solar panels currently have a useful life of 25 years, pursuant to the decision of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes of the World Bank).
Once the return on investment has been made and the installed infrastructure becomes the building owners’, the entire energy and cost savings produced will be theirs to enjoy.
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If you are a tenant, then you have to speak to the owner of the flat or building because only owners can apply to take part in the programme.
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You will have to propose to the community of property owners that the legally authorised representative make the application via this website.
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In this case, you can investigate either other municipal programmes to subsidise solar installations or the energy-saving renovation grants and subsidies that you will find on this website.
Monitoring space
If you have had a problem with the procedure for contacting any of the companies, you can let us know using the following form and we will assist.
Collaboration from energy service companies
If you are an energy service company and you would like to collaborate with MES Barcelona on developing energy transition services (basically, installation of solar panels), please complete the attached questionnaire.