Who we work with
Built for Organisations That Think Long-Term
Whether you run a manufacturing facility, a logistics depot, a school, or a council estate, the Apex PPA model is designed to deliver measurable savings and credible net zero progress — without touching your capital budget.
Suitable for
Protect Your Margins. Fix Your Energy Costs.
High energy consumption makes commercial and manufacturing sites among the most compelling candidates for solar PPA. With electricity typically representing a significant proportion of operating costs, a fixed-rate PPA provides both immediate savings and long-term cost certainty — regardless of what happens to wholesale energy markets.
Apex works with warehouse operators, logistics businesses, food producers, light and heavy manufacturers, and large commercial occupiers across the UK. We design systems that match your consumption profile, integrate with your operations, and deliver a day-one reduction in your per-unit energy cost.
- ◆Immediate cost reductionYour PPA rate is set below your current grid tariff from day one. For high-consumption sites, this translates to material savings from the first month of generation.
- ◆Protection from energy market volatilityA fixed, non-index-linked rate for 15 years means your energy cost is predictable regardless of wholesale price movements — a significant advantage for financial planning and margin management.
- ◆No capital outlayApex funds the full system. There is no impact on your capital budget, no depreciation on your balance sheet, and no financing arrangement to manage.
- ◆Supports ESG and sustainability reportingOn-site solar generation directly reduces your Scope 2 emissions and supports credible progress against net zero commitments — increasingly important for supply chain compliance and investor reporting.
- ◆Battery storage and EV charging includedFor sites with fleet vehicles or high peak demand charges, battery storage and EV chargers can be integrated into the same PPA — maximising savings and supporting fleet electrification.
Cut Costs. Meet Net Zero. No Capital Budget Required.
Schools, local authorities, NHS trusts, housing associations, and other public sector bodies face a unique combination of pressures: rising energy costs, ambitious net zero targets, and constrained capital budgets. The Apex PPA model is specifically suited to this environment — it requires no capital expenditure, fits within standard procurement frameworks, and delivers measurable carbon reduction from day one.
We work closely with procurement teams, finance officers, and sustainability leads to ensure our PPA agreements are structured to meet public sector governance requirements. Our proposals include full financial modelling, carbon impact analysis, and documentation to support internal approval processes.
- ◆No capital budget requiredThe PPA is funded entirely by Apex. There is no requirement for capital approval, no impact on borrowing limits, and no need to compete for infrastructure funding.
- ◆Procurement-compliantWe work within established public procurement frameworks and can support direct award or competitive tender processes. Our team has experience navigating public sector governance requirements.
- ◆Measurable carbon reductionOn-site solar generation directly reduces Scope 2 emissions and contributes to net zero targets. We provide full carbon impact reporting to support your sustainability obligations.
- ◆Reduces exposure to energy price risesPublic sector energy budgets are acutely exposed to grid price increases. A fixed-rate PPA provides multi-year cost certainty and reduces the risk of budget overruns driven by energy costs.
- ◆Supports PSDS and net zero obligationsFor schools and public buildings, our PPA directly supports compliance with the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme and local authority net zero strategies — with no capital requirement.
Suitable for
Is Your Site Eligible?
Most commercial and public sector sites with a roof area of 65m² or more and an annual electricity consumption above 20,000 kWh are strong candidates for a solar PPA.
Roof area
A minimum of approximately 65m² of suitable roof space — flat or pitched, south, east, or west facing. We conduct a full structural and shading assessment as part of the proposal process.
Energy consumption
Annual electricity consumption of 20,000 kWh or above. Higher consumption sites typically see the strongest financial case. We can assess sites from 20kW system size upwards.
Lease or ownership
You can be a freeholder or a long leaseholder. We work with both — and can engage directly with landlords where required to secure the necessary consents.
Remaining occupancy
A minimum of 5 years of remaining lease or ownership is preferred to align with the PPA term. We can discuss shorter terms on a case-by-case basis.
Find Out If Your Site Qualifies
Share your energy data and we'll produce a free, no-obligation proposal — including projected savings, system size, and carbon impact.