When Stage Zero talks about net savings, we mean real, tangible money back in your pocket. Not a promise of savings somewhere down the line, but a difference you’ll notice in your bank account starting from day one. Here’s how it works, broken down into plain terms.

Imagine this: You’re currently paying R3,500 a month for electricity. That’s a hefty chunk of your household budget, and with electricity prices set to increase dramatically over the next few years, it’s only going to get worse.

Now, let’s say you switch to Stage Zero. Your utility bill immediately drops to R823 because your home is now powered, in part, by solar energy. Add the Stage Zero rental fee of R1,099, and your new total monthly electricity spend is R1,922.

Here’s the magic: That’s a gross saving of R2,677 on your utility bill alone and a net saving of R1,578 once you factor in the rental. This is what we call “the bridge” — the proof that solar can be affordable, accessible, and even save you money right from the start.

Why net savings matter

For too long, switching to solar has felt out of reach for many South Africans. The high upfront costs of equipment and installation made it seem like a luxury rather than a necessity. Stage Zero set out to change that.

Our model is simple: No upfront costs. No long-term contracts. Just month-to-month savings that you can track in real time. In fact, every Stage Zero customer has access to a personal dashboard where they can see exactly how much they’re saving compared to their old utility bills.

The key to delivering immediate net savings is in how we approach solar differently. Abraham van der Merwe, CEO of Stage Zero, explained it best during a recent interview: “We built a fully integrated model that removes the typical hurdles associated with solar adoption. By manufacturing our own products, streamlining the installation process, and cutting out middlemen, we’ve drastically reduced costs. This allows us to offer a service where customers save from day one.”

Instead of requiring you to finance a solar system upfront, Stage Zero owns the equipment and rents it to you for a low monthly fee. This way, you enjoy the benefits of solar without the stress of managing a long-term investment.

Transparency you can trust

We get it—this all might sound too good to be true. 

But we back up our claims with complete transparency. From the moment you sign up, you’ll know exactly how much you’ll save each month. Your personal dashboard lets you compare your old utility bills with your new electricity spend, so you can see the impact for yourself. And because our contracts are month-to-month, you’re not locked in. 

If you’re not happy, you can walk away—though we’re confident you won’t want to.

It’s not just about today—it’s about the future.

With electricity costs rising year after year, net savings aren’t just a short-term win. Over time, the gap between what you would have spent with your utility provider and what you’re spending with Stage Zero grows even larger. That’s the beauty of renewable energy—it’s an investment in your financial future as well as the planet.

Make the switch today

Switching to solar doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With Stage Zero, it’s simple, affordable, and starts saving you money from day one.

Why wait? Let Stage Zero show you how net savings can work for you.