# Commercial solar for Textiles & clothing manufacturing

Textiles and clothing manufacturers run knitting, weaving, cutting, finishing and pressing machinery that draws steady daytime power. Funded solar and battery storage cut those costs with no upfront investment — while supporting ethical, sustainable production claims.

Garment and textile production combines machinery, lighting, ventilation and processing into a consistent daytime electrical load — exactly what on-site solar offsets best, using most of the generation on the factory floor.

Sustainability and provenance increasingly matter to textile buyers. A PPA adds genuine on-site renewables with no capital outlay and a lower fixed rate, strengthening both margins and your ethical story.

## Why it fits Textiles & clothing manufacturing

- **Steady machinery load** — Production equipment runs through the day, giving strong solar self-consumption.
- **Support your sustainability story** — On-site renewables back up ethical and sustainable production claims to buyers.
- **Protect tight margins** — A fixed rate below the grid steadies a significant cost in a competitive sector.
- **Fully managed** — We handle design, funding, installation and maintenance while you focus on production.

## Frequently asked questions

**Is our factory roof suitable for a system?**

Most textile factory roofs offer good, unshaded area. We assess roof condition, structure and your demand as part of a free proposal.

**Can we promote the solar to our buyers?**

Yes — on-site generation is a verifiable sustainability credential you can share with brands and buyers.

## Funding routes

| Route | Upfront | Payment | Ownership | Maintenance | Accounting | Best for |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) | £0 | Fixed rate per kWh | Yours for £1 at end of term | Fully included | Off-balance-sheet (operating cost) | Businesses that want no capital outlay, no risk and no maintenance — just lower bills from day one. |
| Outright Purchase (CapEx) | Full system cost | One-off capital cost | Yours from day one | Optional O&M package | Capital asset | Businesses with capital available that want the strongest long-term return and full ownership. |
| Hire Purchase (HP) | Deposit | Fixed monthly instalments | Yours at end of agreement | Optional O&M package | Asset on balance sheet | Businesses that want to own the system but spread the cost and protect their cash flow. |
| Leasing (Operating / Finance Lease) | Low / none | Fixed rentals (opex) | Return, extend or buy at end | Optional O&M package | Rentals as operating expense | Businesses that want minimal upfront cost and predictable, tax-efficient operating payments. |

**Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)** — Zero upfront. Pay only for the clean power you use.

Pros: No upfront cost or capital outlay; Rate guaranteed at least 30% below the grid; Fully funded, installed and maintained for you; System becomes yours for a nominal £1 at the end.

Consider: A long-term agreement (typically 15–25 years); You don't own the system during the term.

**Outright Purchase (CapEx)** — Own it from day one and keep 100% of the savings.

Pros: Best long-term return on investment; Own the asset and keep every kWh of savings; May qualify for capital allowances / full expensing; No financing or interest cost.

Consider: Ties up capital that could be used elsewhere; You're responsible for maintenance (we can provide it).

**Hire Purchase (HP)** — Spread the cost, own the system at the end.

Pros: Preserve working capital — pay over an agreed term; Own the system outright at the end; Tax-efficient: claim capital allowances and offset interest; Fixed, predictable monthly payments.

Consider: Interest applies over the term; Subject to finance approval.

**Leasing (Operating / Finance Lease)** — Low upfront, predictable rentals as an operating cost.

Pros: Little or no upfront cost; Rentals are typically 100% tax-deductible; Predictable, fixed payments; Flexible end-of-term options.

Consider: You may not own the system at the end (depends on lease type); Subject to finance approval.

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Source: [Commercial solar for Textiles & clothing manufacturing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/textiles-and-clothing-manufacturing) · Contact: 01743 649 888 · info@ppafunding.com · https://ppafunding.com

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