On-site PPA for Industry: VSB Builds PV Rooftop System for Packaging Specialist Sealed Air
Dresden/Alsfeld (Germany) - Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are becoming increasingly important for industrial companies. In addition to large-scale wind projects, photovoltaic systems at production sites are coming into focus through so-called on-site PPAs. These agreements help make electricity costs more predictable, strengthen self-sufficiency with renewable energy, and reduce CO2 emissions.
on-site PPA in Alsfeld: PV rooftop system for Sealed Air
Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2026, with commissioning planned for the second half of the year. The solar system will be installed on a hall roof area of approximately 3,300 square meters and is intended to supply a significant portion of the electricity required for packaging production through self-consumption.
The electricity purchase agreement is set for 20 years. Such long-term on-site PPAs are increasingly being used by industrial companies as a tool to hedge against fluctuating electricity prices while advancing the decarbonization of their own production.
Frederic Wagner, Managing Director of VSB IES, emphasizes the importance of the collaboration: "With more than 30 years of experience in renewable energy project development, VSB stands for economic viability, technical expertise, and long-term customer partnerships. We are pleased to support Sealed Air in taking this innovative step toward a more sustainable energy supply."
From the corporate group’s perspective, self-consumption models are an important component of the industrial energy transition. Dr. Felix Grolman, CEO of the VSB Group, explains: "Renewable energy, especially when used for on-site consumption, is a key lever for energy-intensive industries. Companies that generate and use their own green power strengthen their independence, reduce energy costs, and accelerate decarbonisation within their operations."
Economic Benefits and CO2 Savings
In addition to the supply of renewable electricity, economic planning security is a key focus for packaging manufacturer Sealed Air. The on-site PPA and the photovoltaic system are expected to generate significant cost and emissions benefits.
Henrik Schneider, Technical Director of Sealed Air Verpackungen GmbH, specifies the economic and ecological effects: "With the PPA and our dedicated rooftop PV system, we will permanently reduce our energy procurement costs by 15 percent, cut 440 tonnes of CO2 annually, and further strengthen our ESG profile. This represents a clear competitive advantage in the packaging industry."
About VSB: project development and renewable energy
VSB Integrated Energy Solutions (VSB IES) is part of the VSB Group and supports companies in electrifying and optimizing their energy infrastructure. Its portfolio includes the planning, construction, and operation of integrated energy systems for commercial sites, including load management, battery storage, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) based on wind and solar power—on-site, near-site, and off-site. VSB IES aims to use energy efficiently, reduce operating costs and emissions, and provide reliable long-term energy pricing.
Headquartered in Dresden, VSB is one of Europe’s leading vertically integrated renewable energy developers and has been part of TotalEnergies since 2025. Its core business includes the development of onshore wind and photovoltaic parks, battery storage, as well as operations management and the operation of its own facilities.
Source: IWR Online, 12 Mar 2026
