Our business model
CEE Group at a glance
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Established
Comprehensive solar and wind portfolio in core Europe which was built-up over a time horizon of nearly two decades
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Experienced
Experienced transaction team for solar and wind
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Integrated
Amongst others we provide investment management, commercial and technical asset management, and AIF administration services
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Strong network
Strong network of developers, construction companies, equipment manufacturers, banks, power offtakers, and other power market participants
Facts and figures
Founding date
total nominal output
in GW(p)
wind and solar PV parks
employees
assets under management in billions of euros
Our Assets
Our wind and solar pv portfolio is primarily allocated in Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Denmark and Sweden.
Corporate structure
Detlef is the CEO of CEE Group and the Managing Director of AIFM. He is responsible in particular for M&A, Asset Management, Sales, HR and Marketing & Communications. Detlef was involved in founding the CEE Group in 2000 and has had overall responsibility for the group as CEO since 2004. Before joining CEE Group, Detlef worked in asset management at Vereins- und Westbank AG. Under his leadership, CEE Group has developed into one of the leading German asset managers in the field of renewable energies. He has around 30 years of experience in asset management, structuring and portfolio management of open and closed-end capital market products. He holds a degree in business administration and a degree in financial economics (ebs).
Konstantin is the CFO of CEE Group. His areas of responsibility include finance, controlling and taxes. Konstantin joined CEE Group in 2014 and is a member of the executive board since 2018. Prior to joining CEE Group in 2014, he spent 13 years at EY. He has 8 years of relevant professional experience as a CFO, as a German CPA since 2007 and as a tax consultant since 2005. He holds a degree in business administration.
Frank is the CIO of CEE Group. He is responsible for our investments, in particular for our project development. Since 2011 he is a member of the executive board. Overall, Frank has about 30 years of professional experience and almost 20 years of experience in the field of renewable energies, especially in the areas of project development and project acquisition as well as asset management of wind and solar pv projects; all this against a strong technical background.
Christian is the COO of CEE Group. His areas of responsibility includes the operational asset management, work safety, IT and digitalization. Christian has been with CEE Group since 2014 and has been a member of the Management Board since 2018. He has more than 20 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. Previously, he was Managing Director of greentech, among others. He holds a Master of Science with a focus on ecology.
Steve is the CRO of CEE Group. He is responsible for the areas of risk and fund management as well as legal and compliance of CEE Group. Steve joined CEE Group in 2014 and is a member of the management board since 2022. Prior to joining CEE Group, Steve held various management positions at MPC Capital Group and was head of asset management of the private equity and multi-asset funds as well as structu- re products. He has more than 20 years of experience in banking and regulatory law as well as in structu- ring and asset and risk management of open- and closed-end capital market products. He holds a Master of Science in Economics.
Our values
Responsibility
Integrity
Innovation
We continue to develop and continuously optimize our processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness, acting with courage and motivation and recognizing and evaluating innovations at an early stage.
Sustainability
For us, sustainability means not only protecting the environment and resources, but also a willingness to take responsibility, cultivate long-term relationships and create sustainable value.
We strive to think and act sustainably in all areas of our company. Our focus on sustainability shapes the way we think, make our investment decisions and maintain relationships with our employees and stake- holders.
Appreciation
We value diversity and live a culture in which all employees feel valued, encouraged and supported. A culture in which performance is appreciated and mistakes can be dealt with openly.
Ecological sustainability
Preserving the natural resources of our environment is a central element of our company. In all our actions and in maintaining our partnerships, we attach great importance to a shared understanding of our responsibility towards our environment.
Joy
We enjoy being part of the team and we all see ourselves as important members. We achieve goals together across all areas and hierarchies, and through open communication, diverse perspectives, skills and experience, we create a basis for valuable and sustainable cooperation throughout the company.
Our memberships and certifications
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Principles for Responsible InvestmentWe signed the directive in 2018 and live by it.
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Bundesverband WindEnergieWe have been part of the legal advisory board since 2015.
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Verband für Sicherheit, Gesundheit und Umweltschutz bei der ArbeitSince 2022, we have been actively shaping a safe and healthy work environment.
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Initiative deutsche Infrastruktur e. V.Since 2022, we have been actively shaping the world of work in a safe and healthy way.
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Bundesverband Alternative Investments e. V.We have been part of this association since 2015.
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ISO 27001Since 2018, our IT security has been state-of-the-art.
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ISO 45001Since 2020, we have been committed to top-level occupational safety.
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ISO 55001Since 2021, our asset management has been certified to international standards.