Clear answer
Clear answer, explained.
This structure allows public-sector organisations to access solar energy, reduce emissions, and stabilise energy costs without making a capital investment.
Key points
What this means in practice.
- No upfront capital expenditure required
- Third party owns and maintains the solar system
- Government purchases electricity at an agreed rate
- Contract terms typically range from 15 to 30 years
- Electricity pricing is predictable and often lower than utility rates
- PPAs can be used for single buildings or multi-site portfolios
When this applies
Best-fit environments.
- Municipal, provincial, and federal government buildings
- Facilities with capital budget constraints
- Projects seeking off-balance-sheet or
- OPEX-based solutions
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