PPAs with Encavis – explained without the fine print

No jargon. No complexity. Just clear answers to the questions that matter.

Frequently asked questions

PPAs can be a good fit for companies with significant electricity consumption that are looking for greater cost predictability and a long-term energy procurement strategy. At Encavis, we assess your consumption profile, business objectives and risk considerations before recommending a solution.
Energy markets have become increasingly volatile, making long-term planning more challenging. Many businesses are exploring PPAs as a way to improve budget visibility, strengthen procurement planning and reduce exposure to fluctuating market prices.
A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term agreement that enables companies to secure electricity from renewable energy sources under predefined conditions. It helps create greater planning security and supports long-term energy procurement strategies.

Traditional electricity contracts are often linked to shorter procurement cycles and market developments. PPAs are typically structured over longer periods and can offer businesses greater visibility for future energy planning.

At Encavis, we help companies understand which procurement model aligns best with their objectives and risk profile.

Depending on the structure, a PPA can help businesses:

  • Improve cost predictability
  • Reduce exposure to wholesale market volatility
  • Build a long-term energy procurement strategy
  • Secure access to renewable electricity

Every solution is tailored to the specific requirements of the customer.

Like any long-term procurement decision, PPAs require careful evaluation. Factors such as changing electricity consumption, market developments and contract structures should be considered.

Encavis supports customers throughout the evaluation process to ensure they understand both opportunities and considerations before moving forward.

Not every company chooses to cover 100% of its electricity demand through a PPA.

At Encavis, we work with customers to understand their consumption profile and evaluate procurement structures that align with their operational and commercial objectives.

Not at all.

Many organisations approach Encavis with little or no prior experience. Our role is to simplify the process, explain the options clearly and support your decision-making every step of the way.

No. While every project requires some level of stakeholder involvement, many of our customers rely on Encavis to guide them through the process and help reduce complexity from evaluation through implementation.

PPAs can involve technical, commercial and regulatory considerations. However, businesses do not need to navigate these complexities alone.

Encavis Energy Solutions guides customers from initial assessment and structuring through implementation and ongoing support, helping make the process as straightforward as possible.

Consumption patterns evolve over time, and flexibility is often an important part of procurement planning.

When developing a solution, Encavis takes your expected consumption profile into account and discusses appropriate structuring options to accommodate future changes where possible.

Many businesses operate across multiple sites, regions or markets. Depending on your requirements and consumption footprint, different procurement structures may be available.

Encavis Energy Solutions operates across several European markets and can help evaluate suitable approaches for your organisation.

No.

A PPA enables businesses to procure renewable electricity without owning, financing or operating generation assets themselves.

A good starting point is an understanding of your electricity consumption, procurement objectives and planning horizon.

Even if not all information is readily available, Encavis can help identify the data needed to evaluate potential options.

Many businesses are unsure whether a PPA is the right solution for their situation.

The first conversation with Encavis is designed to understand your objectives, energy profile and procurement challenges. In some cases, a PPA may be an effective solution. In others, alternative approaches may be more suitable.

During the initial discussion, we focus on understanding your business, electricity consumption and procurement priorities.

Based on this conversation, we outline potential next steps and identify whether a deeper assessment would be valuable.

Encavis combines renewable power generation expertise, procurement know-how, market understanding and operational execution.

Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, we work closely with each customer to develop a tailored approach that reflects their goals, challenges and consumption profile. Our focus is on delivering practical solutions that can be implemented effectively and managed over the long term.

Let's start with your questions

Whether you're exploring PPAs for the first time or already evaluating procurement options, we're here to help.

Roberto Pizzini

Head of Commercial