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PPA: stability and reliability through long-term power purchase agreements
Power purchase agreements (PPAs), also known as long-term electricity purchase agreements, provide predictability and stability in changing and volatile markets. At Fortum, we enable access to low-carbon electricity sourced from our reliable renewable and nuclear generation assets located in Finland, Sweden and Norway.
- Providing long-term agreements for price and supply predictability.
- Supplying electricity from wind, solar, hydro, and nuclear sources.
- Supporting energy needs and business development with proven expertise.
PPA with Fortum
Nordic assets
Our wide range of production assets in the Nordics ensure reliability and stability in your energy supply—even for large-scale projects.
Power purchase agreements
In our PPAs, we provide various profiles including pay-as-produced for wind and solar energy, as well as annual and monthly baseload options for hydro and nuclear power.
Flexibility
Additionally, we offer market access through balancing services, particularly beneficial for wind parks, and assist in monetising the flexibility of your assets through Fortum's Spring flexibility services.
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Take control of energy price volatility
Unlock long-term power price stability and reliability for your stable energy consumption with a Baseload PPA. By reducing exposure to market price volatility, Baseload PPAs help businesses improve cost predictability, support long-term planning, and secure a stable energy supply for their operations.
Secure renewable energy while managing cost risk
Source renewable electricity from wind generation while securing long-term price visibility with a Pay-as-produced wind PPA. Wind PPAs combined with guarantees of origin can help reduce carbon emissions from own energy consumption (Scope 2 emissions) and demonstrate environmental commitment. With pay-as-produced structures customers purchase energy following the actual generation patterns of the wind asset, creating a direct link to renewable energy production.
Decarbonisation is a joint effort
PPAs foster long-term relationships between energy providers and customers, spanning several years. This not only ensures a stable energy supply but also promotes collaboration in addressing evolving energy needs and technological advancements. PPAs can also help renewable power developers with guaranteed revenue streams, and hence facilitate the deployment of low-carbon energy projects. We continuously work together with our customers to adapt to changing market dynamics optimising our customers’ energy solutions.
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Numbers we are proud of
Generation capacity
9286 MW
of our power generation is from renewables and nuclear
99%
Our ready to build wind and solar power pipeline by 2028
1200 MW
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Frequently asked questions
PPA is a contractual arrangement between a power generator and purchaser, where the latter agrees to purchase electricity from the producer at a predetermined price and duration. PPAs are pivotal in electricity markets for securing stable long-term energy supply for consumers.
PPAs offer numerous benefits. They provide financial certainty for both producers and consumers, as the energy prices are agreed on with a long-term contract. PPAs can also enable investments in both in renewable energy projects such as wind farms or renewable hydrogen projects as they provide financial predictability for the projects.
Fortum offers a reliable and flexible options for power purchase agreements. With a strong presence in the Nordics and a diverse portfolio of low-carbon energy assets, Fortum provides tailor-made PPAs to meet your specific needs.
By partnering with Fortum, you can access competitively priced renewable and nuclear electricity, helping to switch away from fossil fuels.
For large industrial customers, securing a reliable and cost-effective electricity supply is essential for their operations. Power purchase agreements serve as a cornerstone in meeting this need by providing long-term contracts for purchasing electricity directly from low-carbon and renewable energy sources.
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