As energy prices continue to rise and organisations face growing pressure to meet their sustainability targets, Projective has launched a fully funded renewable heat and power solution for industrial clients across the UK and Europe markets.

This new offering enables companies to access clean energy at rates lower than current market prices, without the need for any upfront capital investment. In today’s market, many businesses are choosing to prioritise growth and compliance projects instead of committing to renewable schemes with long payback periods. Projective’s funded solution offers an alternative that delivers cost certainty, carbon reduction and operational resilience.

An Intelligent Route to Sustainable Energy

Unlike conventional self-funded schemes that require significant capital expenditure and long-term financial commitment, Projective’s model allows companies to benefit from renewable energy directly at their facilities. Projective will fund, design, install, own and maintain the system for the duration of the contract, which typically runs for 10 to 20 years. This allows customers to preserve capital for other strategic priorities while gaining from long-term energy and carbon savings.

Clients pay only for the energy they consume at a pre-agreed price. After the first year, they have the option to purchase the asset by paying a buy-back fee. At the end of the contract, ownership of the system transfers to the client at no further cost. All generation and maintenance risk remains with Projective for the duration of the agreement.

Simple and Efficient Process

1. Initial Contact – Companies get in touch with Projective for a free, no-obligation site assessment.

2. Feasibility Study – Projective assesses the site and provides indicative pricing.

3. Exclusivity Agreement – Clients sign a short exclusivity agreement while planning and grid approvals are secured.

4. Design and Installation – Once confirmed, Projective completes the full system design, installation and commissioning.

5. Energy Supply – Clients begin receiving energy once the system is operational, with no payments due until the renewable sources are flowing.

Indicative Energy Costs

Projective’s pricing depends on the system type, size, location and site demand. Typical examples include:

– Power (Southern UK or Northern Europe)

– Ground-mounted: from £140/MWh
– Roof-mounted: from £160/MWh
– Car park: from £200/MWh
– Add £20/MWh for Northern UK or battery storage

– Heat (Southern UK or Northern Europe)

– 1MW hot water system at 60°C with 60% load factor: £130/MWh
– Hot water at 80°C: £155/MWh
– Add £20/MWh for Northern UK
– Renewable steam and waste heat recovery options are also available

By comparison, installing an electric boiler powered by renewable grid electricity could cost £260/MWh plus around £500,000 in capital expenditure. Purchasing green gas certificates to continue operating existing gas systems typically costs between £120 and £150/MWh depending on location and contract terms.

The above costs are indicative at a site electrical costs of £250 MWh

Sustainability and Value Combined

A 1MW renewable thermal system provided by Projective can reduce carbon emissions by over 1,000 tonnes per year. This not only supports clients in meeting their net zero goals but also reduces the cost of goods in competitive and cost-sensitive sectors.

For more information or to arrange an initial consultation, please contact Projective:

Email: enquiries@projectiveengineering.com

Telephone: +44 (0) 1252 360 400

Website: Contact Us

FAQ

Who would own and maintain the assets

Until the final payment was made, Projective would own and maintain the assets

Who pays for the initial Study

Projective pay for the initial review and normally all further studies needed, subject to data availability and complexity

What happens if I cannot take all the power or heat generated

The contract is a take or pay mechanism so the client will pay for all energy generated, Projective will check the site can consume all the energy during the study

How do I know my roof are suitable for solar

Projective will assess this during the design phase. Alternative technologies such as light weight films can be used on non-load bearing roof structures

Who insures the system and what is the fire and other potential risks

All systems are designed to national and international standards. Projective shall insure the equipment, however the customer must continue to insure their buildings. Projective will ensure approval from the customers insurers as part of the design

Is the cost of energy generated constant over the term of the contract

Typically the cost raises with inflation each year to allow for maintenance. For Thermal systems the price is linked to the site electrical costs and thermal output costs will vary if the site electrical cost vary.

How can I lower the cost of renewable thermal energy

Combining a renewable thermal and renewable power project will lower the cost of thermal energy at site as the renewable electrical power generated would be at a lower cost than grid power and would discount the site overall energy cost

Is buying “Green Gas” certificates (RGGO) a lower cost alternative

This depends on the volume of certificates you are buying, their source and your geographical location. Many locations have limited supply of green gas sources and demand for these volumes are very high from high temperature thermal uses who are buying in large volumes. Currently these are more expensive in smaller volumes and demand is likely to increase costs.