20-35%
Energy cost reduction
R0
Production downtime cost
15-30%
kVA demand reduction
Zero
Capex option available
Why Solar for Industrial & Manufacturing
The business case for solar
Industrial and manufacturing facilities are among the largest energy consumers in the commercial sector. Production lines, compressors, furnaces and heavy machinery create consistent, high-demand load profiles that represent significant electricity costs — often the second-largest operating expense after labour.
Solar installations on industrial rooftops and ground-mount arrays can offset 30-50% of daytime electricity consumption. Combined with battery storage for peak demand management, industrial facilities can significantly reduce both energy charges and expensive kVA demand penalties.
The Problem
The energy challenge
Rising tariffs, load shedding and grid instability are hitting this sector hard. Here's what we see:
Energy is a major input cost for manufacturing — every tariff increase hits margins directly
Load shedding causes production stoppages, material waste and delivery delays
High kVA demand charges from machinery startups and peak production periods
Sustainability reporting requirements from customers and supply chain partners
Diesel backup is expensive, noisy and environmentally problematic
Our Solution
How SolarXgen solves it
High-Capacity Rooftop Solar
Large industrial roofs support significant solar arrays. Match generation to production schedules for maximum self-consumption.
Ground Mount Systems
For sites with available land, ground-mount systems offer easy maintenance access and optimal orientation.
BESS for Production Continuity
Battery backup for critical processes during load shedding. Eliminate production losses without diesel.
Peak Demand Management
Smart battery dispatch to reduce kVA peaks from motor startups, compressors and heavy machinery.
Carbon Reporting
Documented carbon offset and renewable energy certificates for ESG and supply chain compliance.
Funded Solar Options
Preserve capex for core manufacturing investment. Solar becomes a predictable operating expense.
Proven In Your Sector