Salix Finance for School Solar Projects
Interest-free loans for public sector schools. We've secured over £1.2M in Salix funding for school solar installations with a 98% approval rate.
About Salix Finance
Salix Finance is a government-funded organization providing interest-free loans to the public sector for energy efficiency projects. Since 2004, they've funded over £1.8 billion in energy-saving initiatives across the UK.
For schools, Salix offers the perfect solution: 0% interest loans that are repaid through the energy savings generated by solar installations. This means schools can install solar panels with no upfront costs and immediate positive cash flow.
Key Benefits
- 0% interest rate - no additional costs
- Repayments from energy savings
- Immediate positive cash flow
- No upfront capital required
Eligibility
- Local authority maintained schools
- Academy schools and MATs
- Sixth form colleges
- Special educational needs schools
How Salix Funding Works
Energy Assessment
We conduct a detailed energy audit and calculate potential savings from solar installation.
Loan Application
We prepare and submit your Salix application with detailed financial projections and technical specifications.
Approval & Installation
Upon approval, we install your solar system during school holidays with full project management.
Repayment from Savings
Loan repayments are made from the energy savings, typically leaving schools with immediate positive cash flow.
Salix Success Stories
Westfield Primary School
"The Salix loan made solar possible with no impact on our budget. We're saving money from day one."
Riverside Academy
"The 0% interest rate means every penny saved goes back into education. It's a perfect solution."
Ready for Interest-Free Solar Funding?
Join 45+ schools already benefiting from Salix finance - no upfront costs, immediate savings