UrbanVolt’s Solar as a Service offering provides businesses with access to rooftop solar installations without any upfront costs or complexities. We handle the cost, design, installation, and maintenance, allowing you to pay only for the energy you use from the solar panels.
At UrbanVolt, we can offer two pricing models under our Solar as a Service solution, giving you the flexibility to choose what works best for your business:
Fixed Rate PPA : Lock in a fixed solar energy rate for the duration of your contract.
Scaling PPA Rate : Start with a lower rate that increases by 2.5% (fixed) each year. A rate that is in line with national inflation targets and below that of prevailing Grid energy rises (average 5% over last 15 years). Ideal for businesses looking to maximise short-term savings and ease the switch to solar.
Both options give you access to clean, renewable energy with zero upfront costs. We design, install, and maintain the solar system — you simply pay for the energy you use.
Immediate savings. Long-term certainty. 100% hassle-free.
Solar as a Service
A smarter way to do solar
UrbanVolt’s Solar as a Service offer gives companies access to solar installations on their roof without any upfront costs or complexities.
UrbanVolt covers the cost, design, installation, and maintenance, while customers only pay for the energy used. Customers save up to 50% compared to grid fossil fuel prices and can lock in rates with 10-30 year terms.
Future proof your business, start your clean energy journey and secure energy independence with UrbanVolt.
Benefits?
No Capex
No Maintenance
No Risk
Access your solar data... Anywhere, Anytime
Introducing our cutting-edge solar UrbanVolt app! We asked & listened to our valued customers to deliver a bespoke and tailored platform for all of our clients. Our app & desktop platform is meticulously crafted so you can access your solar data and share your progress with the world. Monitor your panels’ performance in real-time, track your energy production, and stay informed about your environmental impact. Need a report on your performance? Download easily in seconds!
What Our Customers Asked Us
What is ‘Solar as a Service?’
To us, it means standing behind our work and guaranteeing the outcomes for business
owners like you. It allows access to innovative solar technology that can be paid for in a
way that makes sense to your business. It also represents an ongoing commitment – we
will finance, install, maintain the equipment, actively monitor performance, and be there
before something goes wrong.
For you: it means tackling your sustainability goals faster. Technology for panels is
evolving so rapidly and by availing of the as a service model, it means you will always
have access to quality & innovation.
Solar PPA Explainer
Solar PPA is an arrangement in which your business allows a company to install a solar system on the property. Instead of leasing or purchasing the system, the business owner only pays for the power they use. PPAs range in length, but they can be as long as the lifetime of the panels on the building. See more information on our blog here
Does solar produce energy on cloudy days?
People often ask what happens to energy production from our solar on cloudy days. On a typical clear, sunny day, the system’s power graph forms a bell curve with the highest energy production around noon, when the sunshine is greatest. On a cloudy day, the sun’s rays make their way through rain and clouds and power production is still quite high. The amount of electricity generated is dependent on the density of cloud coverage but ultimately – yes solar still produces energy on cloudy days (good news for us in Ireland!)
What do you need from my business to get started?
To get the most accurate price for your energy needs, we need your 15/30 minute data from your energy provider. Alternatively, to get an estimate price, we can work with 12 month’s electricity bills. We also need the MIC and confirmation of your Eircode so we can determine your roof size. This information will allow our sales team to qualify your business & prepare a bespoke proposal.
What rate per kWh do you get for a solar PPA?
Rates differ for every customer based on system size, available roof space, type of roof structure and energy needs. We offer two pricing options: a Fixed Rate PPA with a consistent kWh rate over the contract term, or a Scaling PPA, which starts lower and increases gradually by 2–2.5% per year. Both options deliver immediate savings compared to grid energy rates.
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Manhattan Peanuts case study
Finglas, Co. Dublin
Manhattan Peanuts is an iconic Irish brand based in Finglas, Co. Dublin. Founded in 1957, it is a family-owned and managed business. Sustainability has been a huge part of the company’s journey, from packaging to looking at a renewable energy source for the factory. UrbanVolt worked to install a solar array throughout the pandemic and helped Manhattan on their sustainability journey. We are proud to be a clean energy partner to an exemplary brand.
Industries we serve
Agriculture
Construction
Engineering
Food & Bev
Heavy Manufacturing
Hospitality
Logistics & Distribution
Printing
Retail
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