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December 28, 2023

How to build your business case for industrial rooftop solar in the UK

Navigating the ever-changing energy markets, procurement professionals must build a strong business case to justify implementing industrial rooftop solar. In this article, we sit down with Xander Penney, Business Development Director, UK&I, at Alight to dive into the essential elements of crafting a convincing argument that will earn buy-in from both senior management and energy…

December 20, 2023

How will new sustainability reporting requirements affect Guarantees of Origin (GOs)?

Guarantees of Origin (GOs) are an important means for companies to be able to prove that they contribute to an increased share of renewable energy in the energy mix. But as stakeholders’ expectations for sustainability reporting become increasingly demanding, how will GOs be affected? Purchasing GOs has been a relatively cheap way to lower carbon…

October 23, 2023

How big should your onsite solar installation be?

When designing an onsite solar installation, why don’t we always use all available roof space? And can you sell excess energy to the grid? Here we outline the complex process of designing an onsite solar installation and answer the most common questions. As companies race to decarbonize their operations to meet net-zero commitments, many are…

August 21, 2023

Can you do onsite PPAs in all European countries?

Signing an onsite solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) will have environmental and financial benefits for your business all across Europe — but the structure of the agreement might look different depending on the country. The global shift towards renewable energy has gained significant momentum in recent years, and businesses are at the forefront of this…

May 22, 2023

Biodiversity in solar parks: An interview

Biodiversity is crucial to ensure we protect, restore and promote sustainable use of ecosystems and biodiversity. To deep-dive in the topic, we had a chat with Tobias Emilsson, PhD and researcher at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), who is currently researching the biodiversity in our 18 MW solar park in Skurup. May 22nd is the International…

May 16, 2023

How does an onsite PPA work?

PPAs are becoming popular for offsite solar parks, but did you know that you can sign PPAs for onsite solar installations? We get lots of questions about how these work, and Pascal Olin, Alight’s Head of Onsite Solar, has lots of answers. Here are some answers to the most frequently asked ones. Google, Amazon, and Apple — these…

April 17, 2023

4 operational risks you should consider when installing onsite rooftop solar

Installing rooftop solar on your company’s facilities brings many advantages, from reducing electricity costs to making strides towards your sustainability goals. Even so, it comes with some operational risks that, if not considered and mitigated, can cost you unnecessary time and money — and in the worst case, jeopardize the safety of you and your…

March 23, 2023

6 reasons why onsite solar should be a key part of your company’s renewable energy procurement

From high inflation to supply chain disruptions, procurement teams across Europe are now faced with major challenges. They must manage day-to-day operations with tight resources and budget, making prioritization tougher than ever before. At the same time, there is an urgent need to decarbonize operations by accelerating the deployment of new, low-cost energy to reduce…

April 8, 2022

5 key takeaways to ensure successful multi-site solar rollouts

Rolling out solar power at multiple sites may seem challenging at first glance. New technology in combination with a complex regulatory landscape throws up barriers. We’ve collected our best advice to corporate buyers who are just about to start their onsite solar journey. We’ve also included some hands-on advice from Pete Rive, Alight’s onsite solar…

April 22, 2021

Solar power is at a tipping point

The growth potential of solar energy is huge and we are just seeing the beginning of it. We want to take the opportunity to share why companies should choose solar energy. Solar is now the lowest-cost power Solar is revolutionizing global power markets. The past ten years have seen the average cost of solar plunge by…

December 15, 2020

Mastering multi-site solar rollouts: A webinar

Rolling out multi-site rooftop solar may seem complex and challenging at first glance. But you can overcome complexity and reap the rewards of clean electricity below grid prices as is the case throughout most of Europe. Watch our webinar with SolarCity founder Peter Rive and an experienced corporate buyer. Travel back in time with SolarCity founder Pete Rive to the days when the…

December 2, 2020

6 key success factors when sourcing your solar PPA

Solar power capacity in Europe has grown rapidly over the past few years and the share of Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) have increased at an even higher pace. This trend is fuelled by a soaring demand from large corporates and a strong appetite from institutional investors to invest in renewable energy. Solar power capacity in…

December 2, 2020

The big deal about solar power, digital and storage: An interview

Digital technologies and storage capabilities will enable both greater savings and sustainability gains from solar. Mattias Arrelid, Alight’s Chief Product Officer and former Head of Content Platform at Spotify, connects the dots, mining knowledge from his experience at the digital music service and applying it to solar. What is it that you do as CPO…

June 25, 2020

How a solar PPA can generate day one savings: A webinar

Can a solar PPA generate savings from day one, even in Sweden? In this recorded webinar, Alight and Bixia deep dive in the business case for large scale solar in southern Sweden and what you as a potential corporate buyer should consider before signing a solar PPA. The interest in how sustainable solar technology and…

August 25, 2019

Raise the bar with additionality

Electricity agreements with guarantees of origin (GoO) ensure that you use green electricity. Today, many companies claim to use “100% renewable energy” in their operations. To do so, companies have electricity contracts with GoO. It’s an easy way to ensure that all or part of the electricity consumption comes from renewable sources. To play a…

April 20, 2019

European solar and the PPA market

The solar market in Europe has gone from heavily subsidized to large-scale solar facilities without any government intervention. Part of this development is due to new business models like the power purchase agreement (PPA), which has simplified building economically viable facilities even when government subsidies are reduced or cancelled. Here’s how… The solar market in…