European asset manager Amundi announced a strategic investment in Swiss commercial and industrial (C&I)-focused energy solutions provider Youdera, with the new backing aimed at supporting the company’s €150 million deployment plan in distributed energy infrastructure for C&I customers across Europe.
Founded in 2015, Lausanne-based Youdera develops, finances, and operates solar photovoltaic systems, battery storage, and related infrastructure for commercial clients. Through long-term power purchase agreements, the company eliminates upfront capex for customers while managing operations, helping businesses cut energy costs, stabilize prices, and advance decarbonization goals.
Youdera said that while its focus remains on its core markets in Switzerland, Spain and Portugal, the company sees broader opportunities across Europe, where its model can be selectively replicated in markets with similar customer needs and strong fundamentals for distributed energy and electrification.
Pedro Miranda, CEO and Co-Founder of Youdera said:
“In a more volatile world, European businesses need to act decisively to remain competitive. They need a trusted energy partner that can help them reduce cost and risk, bundle the right solutions across the value chain, and support electrification without upfront CAPEX. Amundi’s investment is a strong endorsement of that model and gives us an exceptional financial partner to scale our platform across Europe.”
Amundi’s investment is being made through its subsidiary Amundi Energy Transition. Amundi said that the investment will strengthen its infrastructure portfolio and support the growth of decentralized solar energy in Europe, contributing to Europe’s energy transition.
Claire Chabrier, Head of Direct Investments – Private Markets at Amundi said:
“We are pleased to support Youdera at this important stage of its development. The company has built a compelling platform at the intersection of decentralized infrastructure, electrification, and energy management. As commercial and industrial customers seek more resilient and cost-effective energy solutions, we believe Youdera is well positioned to address a growing market need.”
