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CLIENT CASE STUDY

Solar

Green Energy Technologies

More solar enquiries. Lower acquisition costs.

Search and social campaigns built around qualified enquiries and clearer attribution.

THE CORE WINMore solar enquiries. Lower acquisition costs.
Green Energy Technologies client project
40%

Reduction in cost per lead

2×

Lead volume in under three months

Channel-level

Visibility of marketing ROI

Results reported in the original client case study. The source does not give a single reporting period; outcomes vary by business, budget and market.

THE BUSINESS

Green Energy Technologies

Green Energy Technologies is a company dedicated to sustainable energy solutions, including solar panel installation, battery storage, and off-grid energy systems. They focus on helping homeowners and businesses reduce energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint. While their services are future-forward, their digital strategy needed a major refresh to keep pace with industry growth.

The Challenge

Green Energy Technologies was experiencing sluggish digital growth and low lead generation through organic and social channels. Their issues included:

  • Minimal visibility in search engine results for high-intent keywords
  • Inconsistent social media presence and engagement
  • A website that wasn’t converting traffic into leads
  • No performance tracking to evaluate digital impact

Their objective was to build a reliable inbound lead engine through SEO and social media, while also improving tracking clarity and brand authority.

Our Strategy & Services Delivered

SEO Overhaul

We conducted a comprehensive SEO audit and implemented technical fixes including improving site speed, resolving broken links, and enhancing mobile usability. Keyword research was done to identify high-conversion phrases like “solar panel installation,” “home battery storage,” and “off-grid solar solutions.”

On-page content was optimised with structured data, compelling meta descriptions, and internal linking improvements. New blog posts were introduced to target long-tail keywords and educate customers about renewable energy options.

Social Media Marketing

We created and executed a content calendar for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. This included:

  • Educational posts and infographics explaining solar benefits
  • Customer success stories and installation showcases
  • Seasonal promotions aligned with rebate offers
  • Community engagement through Q&As and comment replies

Paid social media campaigns were also launched to target interest-based audiences and generate leads from platform-native forms.

Tracking & Attribution

Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics were used to set up event-based tracking for social and organic traffic. UTM parameters allowed campaign-level insights into which posts, keywords, and platforms drove the highest ROI.

Website Enhancements

We optimised landing pages to reflect the SEO and social campaign messaging. Key upgrades included better call-to-action placement, simplified enquiry forms, and mobile-friendly layouts.

Results Achieved

Green Energy Technologies saw significant gains across both SEO and social media channels.

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Search Visibility: Major ranking improvements for target keywords
  • Lead Volume: Organic and social-generated leads more than doubled
  • Engagement: Increased likes, shares, and comments across all platforms
  • Cost Per Lead: Reduced by over 40% via organic and paid social

Successes by Milestone

A strategic roadmap showcasing key achievements across short-, mid-, and long-term initiatives. From stabilising ad performance and enhancing tracking to revamping website structure and preparing for advanced digital growth, each milestone reflects a step forward in driving measurable results and scalable success.

Short-Term Wins:

  • Increased social reach and community engagement within 30 days
  • Indexed new blog content rapidly for high-intent keywords

Mid-Term Gains:

  • Consistent lead generation from SEO and social media combined
  • Higher conversion rates through targeted, on-brand content

Long-Term Plans:

  • Expand SEO content with case studies and service-specific blogs
  • Launch YouTube channel to host educational videos
  • Continue testing social creatives to improve ad performance

Why This Case Study Matters

In an increasingly digital-first world, SEO and social media are critical for brands looking to educate, engage, and convert. Green Energy Technologies’ success proves that when combined, these channels form a powerful ecosystem that drives qualified traffic and scalable growth.

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Zyran Erasmus
Zyran ErasmusHead of Growth, XO Digital

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