Sustainable production and reliable energy supplies using advanced technologies and digitalization
C-energy was founded with a clear vision – to deliver innovative, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions that meet the needs of modern society. Our journey began with the conviction that energy can be not only efficient, but also environmentally friendly. From the very beginning, we have focused on combining cutting-edge technologies, sustainability, and digitalization to create an energy model that is ready for the challenges of the future.
In Planá nad Lužnicí, we operate one of the most modern facilities in Central Europe, which uses the latest technologies, including AI, for combined, highly efficient, and environmentally friendly heat and electricity production. In addition, we are proud operators of the largest battery energy storage facility in the Czech Republic, which allows us to respond effectively to changing market needs and contribute to energy stability.
Where we are
We are C-energy – a progressive and innovative energy company that is among the leaders in the field of combined heat and power generation, energy flexibility, and modern resource management. We operate in key locations in the Czech Republic, where we ensure stable energy supplies and support the development of the energy system.
Planá nad Lužnicí
Our main production base and one of the most modern facilities in Central Europe. Here, we combine heat and electricity production using cutting-edge technologies, including AI, and supply energy to the entire Tábor agglomeration. We also operate the largest battery storage facility in the Czech Republic here, which strengthens the stability of the transmission system.
Other activities
We participate in the supply of heat and electricity in other locations in the Czech Republic.
Together with Feramat Energies, we provide aggregation and optimization of resources throughout the Czech Republic.
History
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2025
C-energy becomes a producer and supplier of electricity, heat and energy services. At the same time, it helps its clients optimize the operation of their energy facilities through modern technologies and advanced control systems, actively trades with them on any energy market, thereby increasing their profitability.
2025
2024
C-energy transforms into a digitally advanced company. We strengthen our own know-how in the field of optimizing the operation of energy sources and obtain a license for electricity trading.
2024
2023
End of coal in the Planá heating plant – transition to biomass combustion. A significant milestone in the decarbonization of energy production.
2023
2020
Acquisition of the Tábor heating plant. The integration of primary heat distribution and energy production in the Tábor agglomeration has taken place, creating a modern and efficient distribution system with minimal losses.
2020
2019
Installation of two more gas engines and opening of the first battery storage facility for providing support services. A new era for the C-energy Group begins: modern technology, high efficiency, flexibility and low operating costs. We use the energy source as efficiently as possible – we focus on the production, trade and sale of energy.
2019
2015
Modernization and greening of the Planá heating plant. We were the first in Central Europe to use high-efficiency gas engines in energy production.
2015
2011
Establishment of C-energy by acquisition of the Planá nad Lužnicí heating plant from AES
2011
Management
Both private owners Michal Susak and Ivo Nejdl, are actively involved in the management of the C-energy group. Michal Susak in particular has a strong personal connection to the Tábor region – he was born in Tábor and lived here until he studied at the Prague University of Economics. That is why the C-energy group is one of the biggest supporters of culture, sports and social projects in the Tábor region.
Michal Šušák
Owner
Michal Šušák is a graduate of the University of Economics in Prague. In the second half of the 1990s, he was at the birth of the capital market in the Czech Republic. He was one of the most prominent figures at the investment bank Credit Suisse, where he was responsible in leadership positions in Prague and London for the most significant transformation projects in the Central and Eastern European region. Today, he invests and actively participates in the management of his own investment projects in the energy and real estate sectors. As the majority owner of the C-energy group, he is dedicated to the strategic development and future direction of the entire energy group.
Ivo Nejdl
CEO/owner
Ivo Nejdl is a graduate of the University of Economics in Prague and holds an MBA from the London Business School. He has extensive experience in investment banking, which he gained in several countries within Raiffeisen Bank, Lehman Brothers and PPF Investments. Ivo Nejdl is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of C-Energy Group and CEO of C-energy. He is responsible for managing energy projects and the strategic development of the company with an emphasis on innovation and efficiency.
Libor Doležal
CEO
Libor Doležal graduated from the University of Economics in Pilsen, majoring in Thermal and Nuclear Machinery, and completed management programs in the UK and the USA. He has been working in the energy sector since 1984, including significant projects at Škoda Praha, ČEZ and Powergen. Since 1997, he has managed an energy source in Planá nad Lužnicí, where he led comprehensive modernization and transformation projects. Thanks to his leadership, C-energy is among the technological leaders in the field of progressive energy solutions.
Josef Havlík
Director of Strategy
Josef Havlík graduated from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering at the Czech Technical University in Prague. He joined C-energy in 2014 and was involved in a large-scale project to green the source and build a gas block. He gradually led projects related to the development of the company, including the construction of the largest battery storage facility in the Czech Republic and the introduction of optimization algorithms. Today he leads the investment, trading and business development teams. He is involved in shaping the strategic development of C-energy.
Jiří Morávek
Director of Development and Investments
Jiří Morávek is a graduate of the University of Chemical Technology in Prague. He began his career at the Ministry of the Environment, then worked for 17 years as a senior consultant in the private sector. He has collaborated with the C-energy group externally for more than 14 years on most strategically important projects. Since 2025, he has been part of the C-energy team and focuses on the development of investment opportunities and sustainable solutions in the energy sector.
Radka Šmehlíková
CFO
Radka Šmehlíková is a graduate of Mendel University in Brno, majoring in economics and management. She joined C-energy in 2000 to set business principles in connection with market liberalization. She gradually held the positions of financial controller and business manager. Radka has extensive experience in accounting, business and internal audits. He leads the operations support team and is a key figure in the company's financial management.
Code of Ethics
C-energy is aware of its role and responsibility towards society and all stakeholders, especially customers, business partners, state administration and employees. C-energy is one of the most modern energy sources in the Czech Republic. It is a variable source that enables the simultaneous production of electricity and heat from various fuels, especially biomass.