Frequently Asked Questions.

A fully funded solution means Catalyst and our funding partners (Opele Energy and Jade-Sky) cover 100% of the capital cost of your distributed energy project. As a property owner, you pay nothing upfront — instead, you benefit from reduced energy costs through a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) or lease structure.

No. Our solutions are designed to require zero capital outlay from property owners. All project costs are funded by our institutional capital partners, preserving your balance sheet capacity for core property investments and development.

We work with commercial, industrial, and institutional property portfolios including shopping centres, warehouses, logistics parks, office buildings, hospitals, and mixed-use developments. Generally, properties with large roof areas and significant electricity consumption are ideal candidates.

Catalyst acts as your single commercial partner — identifying opportunities, structuring deals, and managing the client relationship. Opele Energy and Jade-Sky provide funding, engineering, construction, and long-term operations. You deal with one partner (Catalyst) while benefiting from the full integrated capability of all three organisations.

From initial portfolio assessment to commissioning, a typical project takes 12–18 months. The origination and structuring phase takes 2–3 months, funding close takes 1–2 months, and construction and commissioning takes 6–12 months depending on project size.

We offer power purchase agreements (PPAs), energy lease structures, and off-balance sheet funding models. The optimal structure depends on your portfolio's financial requirements, tax position, and strategic objectives. Our commercial team will recommend the best approach for your situation.

Under our funded model, the system is owned and operated by our funding partners for the duration of the agreement. Opele Energy and Jade-Sky handle all operations, maintenance, and performance monitoring — ensuring optimal system performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Distributed energy solutions deliver measurable ESG outcomes including reduced carbon emissions, improved energy efficiency ratings, and enhanced sustainability credentials for your portfolio. These outcomes support ESG reporting requirements for institutional investors and improve tenant attraction.

Yes — portfolio-wide rollouts are a core capability. We assess all properties in your portfolio, prioritise the highest-value opportunities, and structure a phased rollout that maximises value while managing implementation complexity across multiple sites.

Our partnership has delivered 280 MW of operational distributed energy assets, with 325 MW currently under construction and 1,440 MW in the advanced pipeline — a total portfolio of 605 MW across Southern Africa.

Contact our team via the contact page or call Mahlatse Mokwatlo on 079 502 1668 or Nic Huisman on 082 552 2423. We'll arrange an initial consultation to discuss your portfolio and energy objectives — with no obligation.