Fully Financed Solutions
World-class energy infrastructure with zero upfront capital required
Energy Independence Shouldn't Require Large Capital Outlay
We believe every business deserves access to clean, reliable energy regardless of capital constraints. Our fully financed solutions are structured to deliver immediate savings from day one, with no upfront investment required. We handle the complexity so you can focus on your business.
Our Financing Options
Four flexible pathways to energy independence
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)
Pay only for the energy you use. Nothing else.
A Power Purchase Agreement allows your business to benefit from a fully installed solar and battery system at zero upfront cost. Forest Energy funds, installs, owns, and maintains the system. You simply purchase the electricity generated at a fixed, below-market rate for the duration of the agreement.
How It Works
We Fund & Install
Forest Energy covers all capital, engineering, and installation costs
You Buy the Energy
Pay a fixed rate per kWh, lower than your current Eskom or municipal tariff
We Maintain Everything
Full O&M included for the duration of the agreement
Ideal For: Businesses with stable operations, high electricity consumption, and strong credit profiles
Key Benefits
- Zero capital investment required
- Immediate electricity cost savings from day one
- Fixed energy rate protects against tariff increases
- Full O&M included at no extra cost
- No system ownership risk or maintenance burden
- Agreement terms: typically 10–20 years
Rent to Own
Own your energy system over time, with no upfront capital.
Our Rent to Own model lets your business install a full solar and battery system with no upfront capital outlay. You pay a fixed, predictable monthly amount, often covered by your energy savings, and own the system outright at the end of the term. You start saving from day one while protecting your working capital.
How It Works
We Fund & Install
Forest Energy funds and installs your solar and battery system at your facility
You Pay Monthly
Fixed, predictable monthly payments, typically lower than the savings the system generates
You Own It
At the end of the term, the system is yours
Ideal For: Businesses and landlords who want to own their system without the upfront cost, with stable income and a need to preserve working capital while cutting operating costs
Key Benefits
- No upfront deposit, start saving from day one
- Full system ownership at the end of the term
- Transparent, predictable monthly repayments (VAT excluded)
- No penalties for early settlement
- Can cover solar, battery storage, and roof replacement
- Fixed monthly cost for easy financial planning
Bank Finance
We facilitate your finance application from start to approval.
As accredited and approved partners of South Africa's leading banks, we simplify the financing process for your energy investment. Our team manages the application, documentation, and approval process on your behalf, leveraging our established relationships to secure competitive terms.
Accredited Banking Partners
How It Works
Energy Assessment
We complete a full energy and financial analysis of your project
Application Management
Our team prepares and submits your finance application to the most suitable bank
Approval & Installation
Once approved, we proceed with full EPC delivery
Ideal For: Businesses that want to own their system outright but prefer to spread the capital cost over time
Key Benefits
- Accredited partner status means faster approvals
- Access to green energy finance products at competitive rates
- We handle all documentation and motivation
- Spread capital cost over 3–7 years
- Own your system from day one
- Full tax benefits and depreciation available to you
Existing System Buy-Back
Turn your existing solar system into a zero-cost energy solution.
If your business already has a solar system, our buy-back programme unlocks its hidden value. We purchase your existing system for cash, upgrade it with the latest solar and battery technology, and then enter into a PPA with you. You receive an immediate cash injection while transitioning to a fully upgraded, maintained energy system at no ongoing capital cost.
How It Works
System Assessment
Our engineers assess your existing solar installation and determine fair market value
Cash Purchase
We buy your system at assessed value, providing immediate capital back to your business
Upgrade & Modernise
We upgrade the system with latest solar panels, inverters, and battery storage
Enter PPA
You purchase the electricity generated at a fixed below-market rate with full O&M included
Ideal For: Businesses with aging or underperforming solar systems looking to modernise and eliminate maintenance burden
Key Benefits
- Immediate cash return on existing asset
- System upgraded to latest technology at no cost
- Move from maintenance burden to zero-responsibility model
- Better energy performance than original system
- Fixed electricity rate going forward
- Full O&M included under new PPA
Why Finance Through Forest Energy
End-to-End Management
We handle finance, engineering, installation, and maintenance under one roof
Bank Relationships
Accredited partner status with SA's top banks means better terms and faster approvals
Any Size Project
We can finance projects of any scale, from 100 kW to 1 MW+
Aligned Incentives
We design systems for maximum performance because we share in the outcome
Compare Your Options
PPA | Rent to Own | Bank Finance | Buy-Back | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront Cost | None | None | Spread over term | None |
| System Ownership | Forest Energy | You (end of term) | You | Forest Energy |
| Maintenance Included | Yes | Optional O&M plan | Optional O&M plan | Yes |
| Immediate Savings | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes + Cash |
| Best For | Zero risk | Own it, no deposit | Own your asset | Existing systems |
Trusted by South Africa's Leading Banks
Our accredited partner status ensures your finance application receives priority processing and competitive terms
Forest Energy's track record of +20 MWp PV and +15 MWh BESS installed gives our banking partners confidence in every application we submit.
Getting Started is Simple
Initial Consultation
Tell us about your business, energy usage, and financial preferences
Energy & Financial Analysis
We model your consumption, savings potential, and best finance structure
Proposal Presentation
Receive a detailed proposal with financial projections and recommended finance option
Agreement & Installation
Sign, approve, and we handle everything from here
From first consultation to energisation: typically 6–12 weeks
Find the right finance option for your business
Our team will assess your situation and recommend the most suitable financing structure