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Photovoltaic power station
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6 FAQs about [Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation Merchants]
Why are merchant solar power projects on the rise?
Merchant solar power projects are on the rise in a growing number of markets worldwide, particularly those wheregrid integration of renewables is approaching levels that give grid operators and regulators pause for concern and leads them to reform policies so as to wean solar power developers and owners off subsidies.
How many merchant solar power plants are there in the world?
At the writing of this guide (early 2015), there were only a few merchant solar projects in the world; the vast majority of PV power plants are developed using longer-term PPAs. Merchant PV power plants are rare because PV costs typically result in power that is more expensive than other energy sources and excessively risky to financiers.
Is merchant solar a good idea?
“There’s a strong case for merchant solar, and there’s little on our grid today. It produces on peak, when power demand is highest. We’re selling into the spot market and earning revenue based on whatever spot prices are at the time.” Greengate is also selling the environmental attributes of the project, Balaban added.
Are solar PV projects suited to project financing?
Solar PV projects have historically been well suited to project financing because many sell power at a fixed tariff (as opposed to a fluctuating price on a merchant market) and often on a “take-or-pay” basis whereby the off-taker purchases whatever volume of power is produced, thus mitigating both price and volume risk.
What is a merchant-solar power plant?
In the (relatively rare) instance of a merchant-solar power plant, power will be sold in the open market (i.e., “day-ahead,” “hour-ahead” markets) at fluctuating rates rather than at a pre-determined tariff. However, in the future (if PV prices continue to decline) regulatory support may not be needed and merchant PV plants may become more common.
Why are merchant PV power plants rare?
Merchant PV power plants are rare because PV costs typically result in power that is more expensive than other energy sources and excessively risky to financiers. Also, regulations (support mechanisms) promoting PV technology and other renewables are usually based on some form of long-term PPA.