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RE-Source reports

Introduction to Corporate Sourcing of Renewable Electricity in Europe

This report is an introduction to the different strategies a corporate can follow to procure renewable electricity in Europe. An excellent introduction into the world of corporate renewable energy sourcing for anyone looking to understand the market and various forms of power purchase agreement (PPA), this report discusses the different business models and their key features.

Published: January 2020

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Risk Mitigation for Corporate Renewable PPAs report

This report, written by experts in the field, describes the risks that corporates need to be aware of when considering a long-term power purchase agreements (PPA) and provides examples of mitigating services and tools which can be used to mitigate some of the risks. It will help corporates on their way to signing a PPA and contributing to the build-out of new renewable power.

Published: March 2020

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Energy Report 2019

The 2019 Energy Report surveys corporations from six key energy markets in Europe (UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, France & Poland) regarding their attitudes towards the adoption of renewable energy. It is the first systematic, quantitative opinion survey of its kind that has been carried out among 1,200 decision-makers in medium sized and large companies, providing insights into their attitudes towards the energy transition, policy issues, sustainability targets and their plans to source renewable energy over the next five years.

Published: 2019

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WindEurope reports

Wind energy and economic recovery in Europe

This WindEurope report shows how the wind industry places people at the centre of a European green recovery. It also presents the state-of-play of the European wind industry and its global competitiveness and demonstrates that the industrial footprint in Europe is ready to expand if there is a strong domestic market and an effective industrial policy. It is useful for anyone interested in wind PPAs.

Published: October 2020

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Financing and investment trends: The European wind industry in 2019

This WindEurope report examines the financing and investment situation of the wind industry in 2018 – a year when the wind industry invested almost €52bn in Europe, including €19bn for the construction of new wind farms. It discusses the short-term global economic situation and long-term projections for wind power in Europe, calling for alignment between EU and national economic recovery plans and the European Green Deal.

Published: December 2019

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Our energy, our future

This WindEurope report shows that it is feasible to deploy 450 GW offshore wind by 2050. It identifies the challenges involved on marine space, grids and supply chain and it recommends how policymakers can help tackle them. It is useful for anyone interested in wind PPAs, containing an overview, policy roadmap, discussion of challenges and more.

Published: November 2019

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Financing and investment trends: The European wind industry in 2018

This WindEurope report examines the financing and investment situation of the wind industry in 2018 – a year when the wind industry invested €65bn in Europe. This included investments in new assets, refinancing transactions, mergers and acquisition at project and corporate level, public market transactions, and private equity raised. Wind energy represented the largest investment opportunity in the power sector, accounting for over 60% of all investments in 2018.

Published: December 2018

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Breaking new ground

With this report, WindEurope puts forward two pathways for the electrification of Europe's carbon-intensive energy system, simultaneously decarbonising and growing Europe's economy, capitalising on the societal benefits of electrification and exploiting Europe’s remarkable potential for renewable power generation. It is useful for anyone interested in learning more about wind PPAs and the growth of wind energy in Europe.

Published: September 2018

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The value of hedging

This WindEurope report studies the potential impact of hedging the variability of wind energy generation. By 2030 installed wind power capacity in Europe could double to 323 GW: 253 GW onshore and 70 GW offshore wind. The anticipated growth of the wind energy sector could require an additional €239bn in investments between 2016 and 2030. It is useful for anyone interested in learning more about wind PPAs and the growth of wind energy in Europe.

Published: November 2017

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SolarPower Europe reports

European Market Outlook
For Residential Battery Storage

SolarPower Europe has released the first edition of its new European Market Outlook for Residential Battery Storage, which analyses the market of residential battery energy storage systems (BESS) across the continent, and forecasts capacity for 2020–2024. This includes policy recommendations, an overview of the residential battery storage market and a close look at the top four national markets.

Published: October 2020

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Agri-PV: how solar enables the clean energy transition in rural areas

SolarPower Europe has launched a Briefing Paper that aims to boost the development of agricultural photovoltaics (“Agri-PV”) in Europe, including an overview, policy recommendations and more. Agri-PV refers to the smart combination of agricultural infrastructure with a photovoltaic installation. The potential for Agri-PV in the EU is immense: if Agri-PV were deployed on only 1% of Europe’s arable land, its technical capacity would be over 700 GW. This paper is useful for anyone interested in solar PPAs.

Published: September 2020

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Global Market Outlook 2020-2024

SolarPower Europe’s annual award-winning Global Market Outlook for Solar Power is the most authoritative market analysis report for the global solar power sector. With comprehensive historical market data, 5-year forecasts for the key global markets, as well as analysis of the segmentation between rooftop and ground-mounted systems, this report is an indispensable tool for the solar industry and energy stakeholders alike.

Published: June 2020

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100% Renewable Europe

SolarPower Europe and LUT University have launched a new report that models a 100% renewables scenario for Europe to reach climate neutrality before 2050. The study is the first of its kind to model a fully renewable pathway to achieving climate neutrality for the European energy system, presenting three transition pathways, with varying levels of ambition. A key finding is that the low ambition pathway in Europe is a burden for society, from both a climate change and economic perspective.

Published: April 2020

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RE100 reports

Going 100% renewable: how companies are demanding a faster market response

RE100's 2019 report shows that RE100 members are making fast progress toward ambitious 100% renewable electricity goals. They're driving impact and influencing suppliers, while aligning with the growing expectations of customers, shareholders and employees. This readable report discusses the growing corporate demand for a faster market shift towards 100% renewable energy, as well as a comprehensive breakdown of the data.

Published: December 2019

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Business leadership in the transition to renewable electricity

This paper provides a framework for companies seeking to demonstrate leadership in the transition towards a clean energy economy powered by 100% renewable electricity, with case studies on how RE100 members are accelerating market shifts. It draws on best practice already being implemented by leading companies working to source 100% renewable electricity as part of RE100. The paper provides specific recommendations that guide corporate buyers on how to have as much impact and influence as possible.

Published: 2018

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Going Beyond: A guide to integrating renewable electricity into your supply chain

This paper provides insights for companies who are starting to implement a renewable electricity programme throughout their supply chain. It uses the experience of Apple, BT and IKEA Range & Supply to demonstrate the challenges they face and how they are addressing them, and contains comprehensive overviews, top tips and case studies.

Published: November 2017

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WBCSD reports

IFRS accounting outline for Power Purchase Agreements

As part of their sustainability strategies, companies across the globe are entering into PPAs with renewable energy generators. This paper aims to help address issues surrounding accounting for corporate renewable PPAs. This paper mainly aims to help accounting professionals at off-takers address issues surrounding accounting for corporate power purchase agreements – however, it can also be relevant and beneficial to sustainability professionals and corporate buyers.

Published: January 2018

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Innovation in Power Purchase Agreement Structures

The objective of this report is to identify further challenges that corporate buyers have come across as the corporate PPA market has grown and evolved in existing and new markets and jurisdictions. It identifies examples of innovations in different markets as a result. It is designed to help in the development of successful new markets for corporate PPAs.

Published: March 2018

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Corporate Renewable Power Purchase Agreements: Scaling up globally

This report guides companies through the process of procuring renewable power via PPAs. It also addresses the obstacles corporate buyers and developers face as they plan and negotiate PPAs and proposes valuable solutions for corporate buyers and developers alike. The report takes a global approach highlighting countries that present the best potential for corporate renewables - such as Chile and Argentina or India.

Published: October 2016

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Reporting Matters 2019

In this report WBCSD provides insights that aim to help companies navigate the new context through the lens of materiality, judgement and visual language. Three addendum reports explore distinct aspects of reporting: the role of risk and governance in internal decision-making and external disclosure; how sustainability strategy and target-setting is evolving as we approach 2020; and the future of digital reporting and emerging technologies.

Published: March 2018

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How multi-technology PPAs could help companies reduce risk

The goal of this paper is to support continuing innovation in the way companies purchase renewable power for their operations. A multi-technology PPA covers multiple projects of different technologies (such as wind, solar, biomass, geothermal or hydro). The research within the paper investigates if and how multi-technology PPAs could offer benefits to developers and/or corporate buyers by reducing some of the risks commonly seen in PPAs. It is relevant for any corporate seeking to explore multi-technology PPAs.

Published: March 2019

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Guide to Corporate Renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) in Brazil

This WBCSD report provides guidance to corporate buyers on the opportunities and risks that PPAs can offer in Brazil; and provides new details on trends and regulation relating to corporate renewable sourcing. By increasing procurement professionals’ capacity, the report aims to increase the number of renewable PPAs signed in Brazil between corporate energy buyers and energy suppliers.

Published: March 2020

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Corporate Renewable PPAs in India – a market and policy update for 2019

The goal of this paper is to inform corporate buyers and companies from the global renewable energy value chain who would like to stay up to date on the constantly evolving landscape of India’s corporate renewable PPA market. The paper builds on last year’s report ‘Accelerating corporate procurement of renewable energy in India’ (June 2018), which presents options for renewable power procurement and provides recommendations for corporate buyers in India.

Published: June 2019

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Corporate Renewable PPAs in India: a market & policy update

WBCSD published their first market and policy update for corporate renewable PPAs in India in June 2019. This report is the second market and policy update in the series. It tracks policy changes, analyses new business models and explores future trends that are likely to define the growth of corporate renewable PPAs in India.

Published: December 2019

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Other partner reports

Corporate sourcing of renewables: Market and industry trends

This IRENA document analyses the market and industry trends in corporate sourcing of renewables. It contains a general overview and examination of key industries, discussions of the global corporate sourcing landscape’s markets and models, and conclusions for the future and how to harness energy potential. It is useful for any corporate interested in engaging with corporate renewable energy sourcing.

Organisation: IRENA
Published: June 2018

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Moving toward 24x7 Carbon-Free Energy at Google Data Centers: Progress and Insights

Google’s report discusses the move by the company towards achieving 24/7 renewable energy PPAs at Google data centres. It sets out a framework, general overview and action points. It is useful for any corporate interested in the possibility of 24/7 corporate PPAs.

Organisation: Google
Published: October 2018

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