In short: A power purchase agreement lets a business buy renewable electricity at a fixed or indexed price over a long term, without installing anything. Termina helps Melbourne businesses work out which structure fits their load and goals, and refuses retailer commissions.
Melbourne power purchase agreements
Power purchase agreements for Melbourne businesses
A power purchase agreement lets a Melbourne business buy renewable electricity at a fixed or indexed price, without installing anything.
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PPAs explained
What is a commercial PPA?
A long-term agreement to buy electricity from a renewable generator at a fixed or indexed price. There are three main types.
Onsite PPA
A third party installs and owns solar at your premises, and you buy the electricity it produces.
Offsite PPA
You buy electricity generated by a remote solar or wind farm through your retailer.
Virtual PPA
A financial contract for difference tied to renewable generation, suited to large, multi-site businesses.
5 networks
Electricity distributors across Victoria
3 networks
Gas distributors across Victoria
40 MWh
Victoria large-market line, per year
The process
How does Termina help with a PPA?
Four steps, and nothing changes until you approve it.
Send your bills and usage
For every site, so the PPA is sized to your real load.
We compare the structures
Onsite, offsite and virtual, against what you pay today.
You decide
With the costs and the risks laid out side by side.
We track it
Every site, bill and contract in one place on the platform.
Who pays your adviser
How do energy brokers get paid?
Most are paid a commission by the retailer that wins your contract. Termina refuses retailer commissions.
A commission-paid broker
Paid by the retailer that wins your contract. The commission usually sits inside your unit rate, so it never shows as a line on your bill.
Termina
No retailer pays us anything. Our only income is a share of the savings we find, and every rate we quote is already after our share.
Questions
What do Melbourne businesses ask about PPAs?
What is a power purchase agreement?
A long-term agreement to buy electricity from a renewable generator at a fixed or indexed price.
Do I need to install anything?
Not for an offsite or virtual PPA. An onsite PPA puts a system on your premises, owned and maintained by a third party.
How much does Termina charge?
$0 to join. On small business plans, the only way we get paid is a share of what we save you, split 50/50. No saving, no fee. Our fee sits inside your rates. For large-market sites: No fee to run the tender. Once you switch, 1% of your bill (capped at $80 a month) plus 10% of what we save you.
What is Termina?
Termina is an Australian and New Zealand business energy procurement company and energy data platform. 10,000+ business locations buy their energy through us, we have saved $11.2M+ across ANZ, and it’s $0 to join.
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Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) Melbourne
Melbourne businesses are increasingly turning to Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) as a reliable and cost-effective way to access renewable energy without the upfront cost of installing solar systems. A PPA allows your business to purchase electricity generated from a renewable asset, such as a solar farm or wind farm, at a fixed or market-linked price over a long-term contract.
Termina helps Melbourne businesses evaluate, negotiate, and secure PPA Melbourne contracts that reduce operational costs, improve sustainability performance, and provide long-term price stability.
Whether you’re an SME aiming for predictable electricity bills or a large industrial user seeking long-term carbon reduction, PPAs are one of the most effective commercial energy strategies available.
What is a Commercial PPA?
A commercial PPA Melbourne agreement allows your business to purchase renewable electricity directly from a generator (renewable energy project) via a retailer or intermediary. It’s a flexible way to lock in green energy without capital investment.
Depending on your energy usage and goals, Termina helps you choose between:
- Onsite PPAs: solar installed at your premises, owned by the provider
- Offsite PPAs: energy purchased from a remote solar or wind farm
- Virtual PPAs (VPPAs): financial contracts linked to renewable generation
Each option provides unique benefits, and Termina ensures you choose the model best suited to your operations and financial objectives.
Why Melbourne Businesses Choose PPAs
Businesses in Melbourne adopt PPAs because they offer:
- Long-term price stability (often 5 to 15 years)
- Lower energy costs compared to grid electricity
- Guaranteed renewable energy supply
- Improved ESG and sustainability reporting
- No upfront capital investment (for onsite PPAs)
- Protection against wholesale price volatility
- Strong brand and stakeholder value
PPAs are ideal for businesses with high energy usage or sustainability targets, including manufacturers, logistics companies, healthcare providers, universities, retail chains, and large commercial operators.
How Termina Helps You Secure the Right PPA
Entering into a PPA is a major commercial decision and the contract structure matters. Termina simplifies the process by providing independent, expert guidance through every step.
Feasibility & Usage Review
We assess whether a PPA is suitable based on your load profile, consumption patterns, and long-term energy goals.
Market Comparison & Shortlisting
We review PPA offers from renewable developers and retail intermediaries across Victoria.
Financial Modelling
Termina provides 5 to 15 year forecasts comparing PPA pricing against standard retail contracts.
Contract Structure & Risk Assessment
We break down contract terms, pricing mechanisms, renewable certificates (LGCs), and volume-risk arrangements.
Negotiation Support
We negotiate on your behalf to secure favourable pricing, reduced risk, and strong long-term value.
Implementation & Ongoing Monitoring
After execution, we ensure your business receives correct billing, certificates, and performance reporting.
When Melbourne Businesses Should Consider a PPA
End-to-end management
From procurement to optimisation, we manage the entire process for you.
Central platform
Independent advice
We are not tied to any retailer. Our commitment is to you, not a commission structure.
Bespoke solution
Commercial expertise
Built for business, not residential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Termina and how it can save you money on your energy bills.
What is a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for Melbourne businesses?
A PPA is a long-term contract that allows your business to purchase renewable electricity, usually from a solar or wind farm, at a fixed or market-linked price. It provides cost stability, sustainability benefits, and access to renewable energy without upfront investment.
What types of commercial PPAs are available in Melbourne?
elbourne businesses can choose from onsite PPAs, offsite PPAs, and virtual PPAs (VPPAs). Termina helps you evaluate each option to determine which model aligns with your consumption patterns, sustainability goals, and financial requirements.
How can a PPA reduce energy costs?
PPAs often secure lower electricity prices than standard retail contracts by locking in long-term renewable rates. They also protect your business from wholesale volatility and future price spikes, providing predictable energy budgeting for 5–15 years.
Are PPAs suitable for small businesses or only large energy users?
PPAs are beneficial for SMEs and large operators alike. Any Melbourne business with meaningful electricity usage or sustainability targets can take advantage of long-term pricing stability and renewable energy benefits.
How does Termina help Melbourne businesses secure a PPA?
Termina handles feasibility assessments, market comparisons, financial modelling, contract analysis, risk evaluation, negotiation with renewable developers, and ongoing monitoring to ensure long-term value and correct reporting.
When should my business consider a commercial PPA?
A PPA is ideal if your business wants predictable energy costs, access to renewable electricity, better ESG performance, protection from price volatility, or renewable supply without installing solar. Termina helps determine whether the timing and structure are right for you.