First Citizen Finance joins Techies Go Green Smarter Energy Challenge as Sustainable Asset Finance Partner
Techies Go Green is delighted to announce First Citizen Finance as the Sustainable Asset Finance Partner for this autumn’s Smarter Energy Challenge.
Michael O'Hara, Co-Founder, Techies Go Green
“I'm delighted to welcome First Citizen Finance as our Sustainable Asset Finance Partner. For me, the success of the Smarter Energy Challenge is about helping businesses move from knowing what they should do to actually making it happen. Access to finance is a crucial part of that.
First Citizen's Irish ownership, nationwide service and specialist focus on asset finance make it a valuable partner for our business community. Competitive rates, a personal approach and approval decisions within days of a complete application, subject to credit assessment, can help businesses take that next step.
I'd encourage participants to meet George and his team, discuss their investment plans and explore the options available. Their commitment to straightforward service and lasting client relationships is exactly the kind of practical support we want to bring to the Challenge.”
The partnership will see First Citizen Finance engage with participating businesses throughout the Challenge, helping them understand how asset finance can support the implementation of their sustainability roadmaps.
As one of Ireland’s leading asset finance providers, First Citizen Finance helps businesses invest in equipment and technologies that support greater energy efficiency and sustainability.
The company can provide funding solutions for a range of qualifying assets, including solar energy systems, battery storage technology, EV fleets and other energy-related equipment.
George Ormsby, Head of SME Finance at First Citizen Finance, will lead the company’s involvement in the Smarter Energy Challenge and associated events.
George Ormsby, Head of SME Finance, First Citizen Finance
“Many businesses are committed to improving their sustainability performance but are often unsure how to fund the investments required. Our role is to help organisations identify practical asset finance solutions that can support projects such as solar energy, battery storage, EV fleets and other energy-efficient technologies. We're delighted to support the Smarter Energy Challenge and look forward to engaging with participating businesses throughout the programme.”
Through the partnership, First Citizen Finance will engage with participating businesses on a case-by-case basis to explore suitable funding solutions for qualifying assets.
The partnership will provide participating businesses with an opportunity to understand how asset finance can support investment in the technologies and equipment required to progress their sustainability plans.
First Citizen Finance looks forward to engaging with businesses throughout the Smarter Energy Challenge and supporting them as they explore practical opportunities to improve energy efficiency and sustainability.
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