Move Power, Not Panels — Solar Wheeling in South Africa
Pay a flat wheeling fee, secure sub-R1.20/kWh energy, and cut CO₂ without on-site disruption.
South African enterprises with scattered depots, factories, and retail outlets face a triple bind:
- Limited Rooftop Real Estate — One site has space for panels, five others don’t.
- Unpredictable Tariffs — Eskom and municipal hikes of 12 – 18 % a year shred profit forecasts.
- Grid Constraint Penalties — High-demand nodes trigger punitive demand charges, even when another site has surplus generation.
We believe South African enterprises shouldn’t be penalised for where their sunshine falls or how their facilities are spread out. Every kilowatt-hour you generate—whether on a remote Northern Cape farm or an industrial park in Gauteng—should work just as hard across your entire portfolio. That’s why Zensolar champions solar wheeling: a smarter way to move clean, low-cost energy through the grid, flatten runaway tariffs, and unlock growth without the limits of roof space or location.
Our Solution -
Wheeling-As-A-Service™
Zensolar develops or sources a solar plant where the sun, land, and tariffs make the most sense, then “wheels” that power through the transmission network to offset the consumption of any meter you nominate nationwide. You simply pay:
A predictable solar kWh tariff (often ≤ R1.15/kWh)
A fixed wheeling fee set by the utility
Everything else—engineering, licensing, NERSA approval, wheeling agreements, O&M—is on us. You enjoy cheaper, greener electricity at every site without installing a single extra panel.
And we can do the same for you.
Services
Energy Audit & Design
Energy Audit, Custom commercial solar systems design, engineered for performance and long-term ROI
Finance and Permits
Application to major funders for best rates and best solution: PPA, Rent to own, Lease. Municipal applications SSEG.
Installation and Maintenance
Engineering, procurement and construction Team. Ongoing Repairs & maintenance.
Benefits
No Large Deposit
Start saving from day one with zero or minimal upfront payments.
Fixed Monthly Costs
Lock in predictable energy expenses and plan your budget with ease.
Full-Service Maintenance
We handle all repairs and upkeep so you never worry about downtime
Our 3 step process
1
Feasibility & Tariff Mapping
We audit your bills, model generation sites, and simulate wheeling paths. See exact R/kWh savings before you commit.
2
Build, License, Connect
Zensolar funds, constructs, and secures grid-tie & wheeling approvals. Zero project-management burden; compliance handled.
3
Save & Scale
Energy flows through the grid; credits appear on every selected meter. Instant OPEX relief, with the option to expand capacity any time.
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Features
No money down
With flexible finance options, you can eliminate capital costs and swop your utility bill for a fixed solar payment which means you start saving from day one without breaking the bank.
Protect your cashflow
With a locked in tariff, your energy rate will never increase again which means you're finally free from Eskom's unpredictable hikes and future- proof your bottom line.
Stress free system
performance
With long term maintenance and support included, we keep your system running at its best which means you get reliable savings without surprise breakdowns or extra call out fees.
No surprise costs for 10 years
With our 10-year swop out warranty, we'll replace any faulty parts at no cost to you which means peace of mind and zero unexpected repair expenses for the next decade.
Keep your site safe and compliant
With built-in fire safety features, your system comes with industrial-grade protections which means fewer risks, better compliance, and total peace of mind.
Get it done right the first time
With registered and certified installers, every system meets national standards which means no compliance headaches, no rework, and no broken promises.
Save more while you sleep
With smart AI system monitoring, your solar system self-optimises automatically which means more efficiency, more savings, and zero manual effort on your side.
Catch issues before they cost you
With local remote monitoring, we detect problems before they impact your operations which means less downtime, fewer disruptions.
Avoid legal risks, top workmanship
With full ECA and SANS compliance, we go beyond minimum standards which means long-term quality that keeps you safe, saves you money, and protects your investment.
To get all this and more…
" Did you know"
Think wheeling is only for mega-corporates? Think again….
A 10 MW wheeling plant can deliver power at R1.15/kWh instead of Eskom’s blended R2.10/kWh, saving you R9 500 000 on 5 GWh a year.
Annual wheeling fees average R0.14/kWh, leaving you with R8 300 000 in pure energy savings—no panels needed onsite.
With a wheeling PPA, all O&M, grid tariffs, and penalties are bundled—so there are zero surprise costs
So, what does that mean for your cash reserves?
You free up nearly R10 million each year to reinvest in growth instead of tying it up in cap-ex or one-off fees.
"who we're for"
Are We a Good Fit?
If you can say yes to the following statements, then we can help you!
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
- What would make a client a good fit, or qualified to work with you?
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Wheeling is the process of transferring electricity from a remote generation source (like a solar or wind farm) to a consumer via the national grid, allowing businesses to use renewable energy without on-site generation.
Benefits include cost savings, access to clean energy without on-site installations, reduced carbon footprint, and greater energy security and flexibility.
Benefits include cost savings, access to clean energy without on-site installations, reduced carbon footprint, and greater energy security and flexibility
Your business enters an agreement with a renewable energy provider. The provider injects power into the grid, and you receive a corresponding amount of electricity at your location, tracked via metering and contracts.
No, wheeling does not require upfront costs or on-site installation. You only need a compatible metering system and a wheeling agreement.
Businesses with medium or low voltage connections and appropriate tariff structures (like Time of Use tariffs) are typically eligible. Eligibility also depends on agreements with your local municipality or Eskom.
Wheeling is not limited by your site’s size or location and can access the best renewable resources across the country. It also allows higher renewable energy coverage and monthly banking of excess energy.
Yes, wheeling can be integrated with onsite solar and battery storage to maximize cost savings and energy reliability.
A VPPA is a contract that allows you to buy renewable energy from a generator and receive the environmental and financial benefits, even if the power is not physically delivered to your site
Contact an energy solutions provider to assess your eligibility, review your tariff structure, and set up the necessary agreements and metering for wheeling
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Zensolar
Commercial and residential solar specialists
We help South African families and businesses break free from rising electricity costs with custom solar solutions that can cut your bills by up to 92% from day one. From consultation to installation, we make going solar simple so you can enjoy energy independence and predictable monthly savings In Gauteng, NW, Cape town and KZN
Address
51 Gustav Preller Str, Vorna Valley, Midrand.
Phone
+27 11 045 9062