Green project developers · Johannesburg, South Africa
Lumicore bridges commercial solar projects with the right capital and construction partners. Independent project development, from feasibility and funding to commissioning and long-term support.
About Lumicore
Lumicore is a specialist renewable energy project developer and project management company delivering sustainable energy solutions for the commercial, industrial, and retail sectors.
We identify opportunities, assess feasibility, structure commercially viable energy solutions, and coordinate delivery — bringing together experienced EPC contractors, consulting engineers, financiers, and specialist service providers.
Originally established as a construction project management company, Lumicore pivoted to focus exclusively on renewable energy and energy efficiency, combining proven project management expertise with specialist knowledge in sustainable energy.
To accelerate the transition to sustainable energy by developing financially viable renewable energy projects that reduce operating costs, strengthen energy resilience, and create lasting value for our clients.
To become Southern Africa's leading independent renewable energy project developer — delivering financially intelligent energy solutions that transform how businesses generate, manage, and consume energy.
What we do
Renewable energy project origination and commercial & industrial solar PV development, designed around your commercial objectives.
Energy efficiency assessments, feasibility studies, and return-on-investment analysis that make the business case clear before you commit.
Power Purchase Agreement structuring and funding facilitation — capital purchase, asset finance, PPAs, or alternative structures.
Independent EPC contractor selection and management, with professional consulting engineer coordination on every project.
Full project management, construction oversight, and commissioning management with a single point of accountability.
In-house maintenance, Service Level Agreements, remote monitoring, and long-term asset support to keep systems at peak output.
Why choose Lumicore
Lumicore is completely independent of any EPC contractor or equipment manufacturer. We evaluate multiple technologies, compare leading contractors, and source competitive pricing — our recommendations are based solely on what delivers the greatest long-term value for you.
From initial site assessment through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and long-term support, we manage the complete project lifecycle with a single point of accountability.
An extensive network of leading EPC contractors, consulting engineers, renewable energy financiers, technical specialists, suppliers, and O&M teams — the right team for every project, never a predetermined solution.
Capital purchase, asset finance, Power Purchase Agreements, or alternative funding — structured to maximise return on investment while minimising financial risk.
Our involvement continues long after construction. Dedicated in-house maintenance teams provide preventative and corrective maintenance, remote monitoring, and SLA support throughout the system's lifecycle.
Power Purchase Agreements
Under a PPA, a third-party investor finances, owns, operates, and maintains your solar installation. You simply buy the electricity it generates at an agreed tariff — lower than the utility rate — and your savings start on day one and grow as tariffs rise.
Illustrative estimate based on a typical project profile: solar supplying ±65% of consumption, utility tariff R3.20/kWh vs PPA tariff R2.40/kWh. Actual figures are confirmed through a site-specific assessment.
Estimated monthly saving
R 40,600
with R0 upfront investment
R 487,500
Estimated saving per year
R 4.9m
Over 10 years, before tariff increases
About the founder
Rumon has spent the past nine years in the energy efficiency and sustainable building sector, helping organisations reduce operational costs while improving environmental performance. His experience extends beyond renewable energy to the optimisation of commercial and industrial buildings as a whole.
Having previously managed construction projects across multiple sectors, Rumon understands the complexities of project delivery, stakeholder management, and technical coordination — the foundation of Lumicore's project management approach.
Today he combines technical expertise with an extensive network of trusted EPC contractors, consulting engineers, financiers, and specialist providers to deliver complete turnkey renewable energy solutions.