Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPAs) play a crucial role in the energy transition, particularly in the photovoltaic sector.
A CPPA is an agreement between an identified renewable energy production site, in our case a solar farm, and a consumer. The duration of a PPA is generally long, to enable a return on the investment made in building the photovoltaic plant, i.e. for a period ranging from 15 to 25 years.
One of the main advantages of a CPPA is the fixed, competitive price of electricity over the duration of the contract. This price stability provides both parties with financial visibility, which is particularly beneficial for consumers seeking to stabilize their energy costs over the long term. In addition, CPPAs promote the development of new assets, in line with the principle of additionality, by encouraging the construction of new local renewable electricity generation capacity.
On the environmental front, CPPAs contribute to corporate social responsibility (CSR) by enabling consumers to purchase renewable energy and thus reduce their carbon footprint.
If the consumer has suitable land (minimum surface area of 3ha in a single block), Urbasolar can install a solar power plant as a third-party investment and offer it at a competitive price:
– an “Offsite” CPPA if the electricity has to transit via the public grid before being consumed at remote sites, or
– an “Onsite” CPPA if the electricity is consumed directly by on-site installations (self-consumption), without passing through the public grid.
If the consumer does not have suitable land for a solar power plant, Urbasolar can offer an “Offsite” CPPA from its portfolio of local projects throughout France.
At Urbasolar, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this market evolution. With a total of more than 260 MWp generating electricity under CPPA contracts planned by 2027, we are demonstrating that we are a benchmark player in this market. Our customers, who come from diverse sectors such as transport, industry, agrifood and distribution, benefit from our CPPA expertise.
Photovoltaic power purchase agreements (PPAs) are an essential tool for promoting the transition to a sustainable energy future. By facilitating partnerships between renewable energy producers and consumers, PPAs offer economic, environmental and social benefits, while contributing to the stability and security of the energy supply. At Urbasolar, we are committed to continuing to be pioneers in this field, offering innovative solutions to meet tomorrow’s energy needs.