Electricity Wheeling
Access Renewable Energy Without Installing Solar Panels
Electricity wheeling enables businesses to purchase renewable energy generated at a remote solar or wind facility and have that electricity delivered through South Africa’s existing electricity grid to one or multiple consumption sites.
For organisations with limited roof space, leased premises, or multiple facilities, wheeling provides a flexible and scalable way to reduce energy costs and support sustainability goals without investing in on-site generation.
Why Choose Electricity Wheeling?
No Rooftop Installation Required
Access clean, renewable electricity without the need for solar panels or infrastructure on your premises.
Competitive Energy Pricing
Benefit from competitive electricity rates (c/kWh), helping to improve long-term energy cost certainty compared to traditional grid supply.
Supply Multiple Sites
Generate energy at a central renewable energy facility and allocate electricity across multiple business locations, making wheeling an ideal solution for companies with regional or national operations.
SIMPLE TRANSITION Pay for solar electricity similarly to how you currently purchase power from your Municipality or Eskom, but at a better rate — no change to your operational processes.
Immediate Cost Savings
Like any energy strategy, electricity wheeling comes with important considerations:
- Availability depends on approved wheeling agreements and network participation.
- Grid outages may still impact electricity delivery, as energy is transported through the national and municipal grid.
- Pricing remains partially exposed to Eskom and network-related tariff increases.
- The market operates within a regulated environment, with evolving rules and compliance requirements.
Is Electricity Wheeling Right for Your Business?
Electricity wheeling is best suited to:
- Large commercial and industrial businesses
- Organisations with multiple facilities across South Africa
- Companies seeking a long-term renewable energy procurement strategy
- Businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint while improving energy cost management
At GENERGY, we help businesses assess whether electricity wheeling is the right fit, navigate the regulatory landscape, and develop tailored energy solutions that maximise value while minimising risk.
Ready to explore electricity wheeling? Contact the GENERGY team today to discuss a customised renewable energy strategy for your business.
