Diesel reduction
Solar + generator integration
Generator integration is for sites where uptime already matters and diesel is already being burned. The goal is to make the existing backup strategy cheaper and cleaner to run.
Fit
Where this configuration earns its place.
Best for
Industrial sites, farms, processing facilities and larger properties with existing generator infrastructure.
Lower diesel consumption
Better use of installed backup assets
Less generator wear during daytime operation
Trade-off
No configuration is universal.
Controls matter. Poor integration can create instability, so this needs proper engineering rather than a basic inverter install.
Kelvin Village Shopping Centre savings report.
Yes, with the correct inverter and control design.
Measured report
Kelvin Village savings report
April 2025 report
A measured generator-integrated solar report comparing modelled savings against actual operating data.
solar system
generator integration included in capex
gross ROI Y3
Albert and Riaan at Gentricity are an excellent team to collaborate with.
Check whether this fits your numbers.
The right answer depends on operating hours, tariff, roof or land, finance route and backup requirements.
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