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What is a PPA?

A power purchase agreement (PPA) is a long-term power contract between an electricity producer and a buyer, where the buyer agrees to purchase electricity for a defined period of several years directly from the electricity producer. 

What is a PPA and why is it important?

PPAs are essential in electricity markets as they provide long-term stability for both energy suppliers and consumers, securing a reliable energy supply while mitigating price volatility.

What is a PPA's role in renewable energy?

PPAs are particularly important for renewable energy projects because they provide a secure financial framework that encourages investment in technologies like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

What are PPAs key components?

Baseload nuclear power helps Swedish industry to reduce carbon emissions at a competitive price

Energy-intensive industries, like the metals and minerals sector, need a lot of stable power for their operations. Nuclear power offers a stable, low-carbon power generation option at a competitive price for continuous energy needs. 

If you wish to discuss your company’s clean energy solutions further, don’t hesitate to contact us

Antti Rantanen

Antti Rantanen

Customer Director, Finland

+358 50 453 6510antti.rantanen@fortum.com
Tobias Mehnert

Tobias Mehnert

Customer Director, Finland

+358 40 703 8139tobias.mehnert@fortum.com
Hassan El Mahdi

Hassan El Mahdi

Customer Director, Sweden

+46 70 859 3503hassan.el.mahdi@fortum.com

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