On 31 March 2026, ACER will open a public consultation on developments in the EU Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) market. The aim is to identify existing initiatives and challenges faced by market participants across Member States.
What are Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)?
PPAs are long-term contracts between electricity producers (often renewable energy generators) and buyers. By providing renewable electricity at mutually agreed rates, these contracts foster long-term price stability and investment predictability for both parties. This helps reduce exposure to market volatility and encourages investments in renewable energy, limiting reliance on subsidy schemes.
Under the revised Renewable Energy Directive, Member States are required to facilitate the uptake of renewable PPAs by removing unjustified barriers and disproportionate or discriminatory practices. However, the availability and functioning of these contracts vary significantly across the EU due to different national regulatory frameworks and financing mechanisms.
Why consult?
ACER is responsible for monitoring the PPAs market and publishing an annual assessment of its development at both EU and Member State level.
To this end, ACER is launching a consultation to identify key regulatory, market and financial factors affecting the development and functioning of PPAs across Member States.
Get involved!
The public consultation will run from 31 March to 8 May 2026.
Feedback received will inform ACER’s 2026 annual assessment of the EU PPAs market.
