# Moving beyond the “all-generator” approach.

> Our CSR approach: the grid first, hybrid solutions (HVO, Stage V, batteries), right-sizing and in-house commitments.

Source: https://www.darkside-energy.com/en/responsible-energy/ · Dark Side Energy · Updated: 2026-10-06

Electricity, an energy resource in the fight against global warming, is at the heart of what we do. At Dark Side Energy, the CSR drive has been under way for many years.

## Our levers, from design to operation.

We have mastered alternative technologies and we promote them to all our clients, to speed up the transition to less energy-hungry solutions.

### The grid first

We systematically assess whether a connection to the existing grid is feasible before turning to generators as the main source. When conditions allow, grid power takes priority.

### Hybrid solutions

For sites where a grid connection is limited or costly: [HVO](https://www.darkside-energy.com/en/glossary/#hvo) or [Stage V](https://www.darkside-energy.com/en/glossary/#stage-v) generators, battery packs, battery and generator hybrids, grid and generator combinations.

### Right-sizing

Power assessments drawn up with realistic diversity factors, based on our operational experience. No systematic overcapacity: less oversized equipment, less excess cable, less needless consumption.

### Optimised layouts

Sources positioned as close as possible to the load centres, and cable routes drawn to keep cable lengths down. Stable source areas, to limit the risk of fuel-related pollution.

## Everyday commitments.

- **Equipment that limits consumption, from the very start**: TRIAC-dimmable LED floodlights, smart electrical units managing operating hours and power.
- **70% of our employees have electric vehicles.**
- **Less travel**: studies carried out by video conference whenever possible, combined site visits.
- **Paperless**: digital exchanges and deliverables on secure collaborative platforms.

## A fair working environment.

- **Continuous training**: electrical authorisations (French *habilitations*) kept up to date, CAD drawing, mentoring of junior staff.
- **Equality**: a mixed-gender team, skills-based recruitment, a range of ages, equal pay.
- **Well-being**: flexible organisation adapted to the demands of events, attention to working conditions on long projects.

## Recognised skills, a structured approach.

Awarded

### Label du Spectacle

Sector label for live performance and event service providers: safety, working conditions, responsible practices.

[See our listing on labelspectacle.org](https://www.labelspectacle.org/les-labellises/?entreprise=dark+side+energy&region=)

## Want to reduce your event's energy impact?

Tell us what you need: we will study grid connection, hybrid power and right-sizing with you.

[Request a quote](https://www.darkside-energy.com/en/contact/?objet=bureau)
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