The weather factor: how temperature and wind drive power prices
The renewable energy industry experiences a push-pull relationship with the seasonal volatility of the weather. Without it, there would be many fewer sources
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The role of coal in power prices: legacy fuel or last resort?
For decades, coal has been the main source for electricity production and a benchmark for power prices. Although renewables and gas now dominate, coal’s
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How carbon prices shape power markets
Carbon pricing is one of the most critical and least understood pricing linkages in the energy transition: it shifts the merit order of power plants, making
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The new triad: gas, carbon and renewables in power price formation
As power grids change, fossil fuels and renewables are offering investors, consumers and potential power producers a choice of energy sources. But the fuel
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How does gas affect power prices?
Gas remains the primary factor influencing electricity prices throughout much of Europe and beyond. Despite the growth of renewables, gas-fired generation
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Assessing risk in renewable energy investments
While renewable energy is an undeniable growth market for investment, as a volatile and unpredictable source of energy, it comes with its fair share of risk.
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Understanding Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): the cornerstone of renewable project finance
PPAs are renewable contracts between an energy producer and an energy consumer and are a key tool in securing financing. This is because they can prove the
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How can you avoid penalties in Capacity Markets?
Capacity markets ensure that enough generation, storage, and demand response capacity is available during system stress. While the financial incentives can
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The rhythm of electricity: How the quarter-hour is changing the energy market
Since October 1st 2025, the day-ahead auction has been conducted at 15-minute intervals, which has noticeably changed price dynamics: instead of smooth