Solar Solutions

A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term energy contract where a solar provider (like Lightpath) installs, owns, and maintains a solar energy system on your property—at no cost to you—and you simply pay for the electricity it generates at a fixed, lower rate than your current utility tariff.

How It Works:

Zero Capex: You don’t pay for equipment, installation, or maintenance.

Long-Term Agreement: Typically 20 years, with locked-in or inflation-linked pricing.

Monthly Savings: You only pay for the solar energy you consume, often at 10–30% less than Eskom or municipal rates.

We Own, Operate, Maintain: Lightpath and its funding partners take full responsibility for system performance, insurance, and servicing.

Optional Buy-Out: At the end of the term, or during the term you may have the option to buy the system at fair market value or extend the PPA.

Benefits of a PPA
No upfront investment

Immediate cost savings

Energy price stability for years

Improved Net Operating Income (NOI)

Supports ESG and green building compliance

No technical or maintenance burden on the property owner

This model is ideal for retail centres, business parks, and industrial properties looking to reduce energy costs and carbon footprint without tying up capital.

Want to know if your building qualifies? Contact us for a free feasibility assessment.

The Roof Rental Model allows property owners to lease out unused rooftop space to a solar energy provider like Lightpath. We install, fund, and operate a solar power system on your roof—and in return, you earn monthly rental income without any capital investment or operational involvement.

How It Works:

We Lease Your Roof: You sign a long-term rental agreement (typically 20 years).

We Install & Fund the System: Lightpath covers all costs for the design, installation, and maintenance of the solar system.

You Earn Passive Income: You receive fixed or escalated monthly rental payments for the use of your roof space.

We Manage Everything: We insure, monitor, and maintain the system throughout the contract term.

Benefits of the Roof Rental Model

No Capex or Risk: You earn income with zero investment or exposure to system performance.

New Revenue Stream: Monetize underutilized space and improve cash flow.

Improved Property Value: Additional revenue increases Net Operating Income (NOI) and property valuation.

Green Certification Support: Rooftop solar enhances ESG scores and green building credentials.

No Operational Burden: We handle compliance, grid-connection, and long-term maintenance.

The Roof Rental Model is ideal for shopping centres, warehouses, and commercial buildings with high roof availability and a goal to unlock new income streams without operational disruption.

Tailored Hybrid Systems combine solar power, battery storage, and diesel generator integration into one intelligent energy solution—designed specifically to meet the operational and financial needs of your property. These systems ensure energy security, cost savings, and grid independence, especially in areas affected by load-shedding or unreliable electricity supply.

How It Works:

Solar First: The system prioritizes clean solar energy during daylight hours.

Battery Backup: Excess energy charges high-capacity batteries to power operations during the night or outages.

Diesel Generator Integration: When solar and battery levels drop, the system seamlessly switches to diesel as a last resort—minimizing fuel use and runtime.

Smart Controls: Real-time monitoring and AI-based optimization ensure efficient energy switching and cost management.

Benefits of Tailored Hybrid Systems
Energy Resilience: Continuous power supply, even during blackouts or peak demand.

Cost Efficiency: Cuts electricity and diesel costs by 40–70% through smart energy stacking.

Carbon Reduction: Slashes reliance on fossil fuels, boosting ESG and sustainability performance.

Custom Design: Systems are engineered to match your property's exact load profile, usage patterns, and infrastructure.

Future-Proofing: Scalable architecture ready for future energy needs or grid changes.

Ideal for: Shopping centres, industrial parks, healthcare facilities, or any high-reliability site where uptime is critical and grid stability is poor.

Ready to eliminate diesel dependency and reduce your energy bill? Contact us for a tailored hybrid proposal.