Energy Storage News•about 5 hours ago
Post-MACSE dynamics make private tolls more attractive, IPP says
Key Takeaway
The Italian MACSE auction's structure or outcomes are pushing IPPs towards private bilateral agreements, signaling a strategic shift in project contracting for developers and large loads.
AI Summary
- •IPP Zelestra opted out of Italy's MACSE auction, indicating dissatisfaction with the auction's terms or expected outcomes for project development.
- •The post-MACSE market dynamics are making 'private tolls' (e.g., bilateral PPAs) more attractive for securing project revenue, suggesting a shift in contracting strategy.
- •This move highlights a potential trend for developers and large power consumers in Italy to bypass public auctions in favor of private agreements for project financing and energy procurement.
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