What is direct marketing in photovoltaics? What is the difference between a fixed feed-in tariff and direct marketing?

🌿🔋 Direct marketing in photovoltaics is a model in which electricity producers sell the electricity they produce directly to the market instead of receiving fixed feed-in tariffs as part of the feed-in tariff system. The transfer usually takes place via the electricity market, with different marketing options available, such as the spot market or long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs).

🧭How it works:

1. Photovoltaic system operators usually join a direct marketer. This trades the electricity on the electricity market on behalf of the operator.
2. The electricity produced is fed into the public electricity grid and the market price is paid for it, which can vary depending on supply and demand.
3. Direct marketing can also be done through PPAs, where the price of electricity and delivery quantity are fixed over a longer period of time, which can provide operators with some price certainty.
4. Special management systems often support the forecasting of electricity production and the optimal placement of electricity on the market in order to maximize revenue.

🌞Advantages:

Price advantages

If market conditions are favorable, the electricity price achieved can be higher than the conventional feed-in tariff.

Market participation

Operators become active participants in the energy market and can thus contribute to the stability and flexibility of the electricity grid.

flexibility

Opportunity to benefit from price fluctuations and generate additional revenue through market price developments or through participation in special market products (e.g. balancing energy).

independence

Direct marketing promotes independence from state-regulated feed-in tariffs.

⚠️ Disadvantages:

Market risks

Revenue may fluctuate as it depends on market prices, which are influenced by supply and demand.

complexity

Direct marketing requires a deeper understanding of the electricity market and possibly closer collaboration with a direct marketer.

Management effort

Operators must actively manage their electricity sales (often through a direct marketer) and take care of aspects such as forecasts and billing.

Startup costs

Getting started with direct marketing can involve additional costs, for example for the necessary measurement technology and the services of a direct marketer.

📈🔋 Understanding the energy market: Potential of direct marketing for photovoltaic owners

Direct marketing in photovoltaics not only presents challenges but also opportunities, especially for operators who are prepared to actively engage with the electricity market and benefit from dynamic price developments. However, the decision for or against direct marketing should always be made taking into account the individual operator profile and market developments.

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• ⚡️ Entry into the electricity market: Direct marketing for photovoltaic systems
• 💡 From feed-in tariffs to direct marketing: An evolution in the photovoltaic sector
• 🌞 How photovoltaic system operators can benefit from the electricity market
• 📈 Price advantages and flexibility through direct marketing: An overview
• 🔄 Active market roles: How operators support the power grid
• 🛠️ The challenges and opportunities of direct marketing in photovoltaics
• 💰 Maximizing profits: The use of management systems in direct marketing
• 🏦 Understanding PPAs: Long-term contracts in the direct marketing of photovoltaic electricity
• 🚀 The complex paths of direct marketing: risks, management and start-up costs
• 🌱 Independence through direct marketing: A future path for photovoltaic operators

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⚡ A PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) in photovoltaics is a long-term contract between a power producer, in this case an operator of a photovoltaic system, and a power consumer. The essence of such an agreement is that the producer undertakes to supply electricity, while the buyer undertakes to purchase this electricity at a predetermined price for the duration of the contract.

PPAs play an important role in the financing of renewable energy projects as they secure income for the operator of the photovoltaic system and thus reduce the risk for investors. For consumers or businesses, PPAs offer the opportunity to lock in long-term electricity costs and rely partly or entirely on renewable energy, which can help reduce carbon footprints.

🌱 Different types of PPAs in photovoltaics

1. ⚡Onsite PPAs

Here the photovoltaic system is built directly on the electricity collector's premises. The electricity is used locally and surpluses can be fed into the public grid or billed via the PPA.

2. 🏢Offsite PPAs

The photovoltaic system is not located on the electricity collector's premises. Instead, the electricity generated is fed into the public power grid and credited to the customer. This allows companies and consumers who do not have the opportunity to install a suitable system on site to still benefit from the advantages of solar energy.

3. 🌐Virtual or synthetic PPAs

With this variant there is no physical power transfer. Instead, the financial balance between the electricity generated and the electricity consumed is realized via the market. This enables a high level of flexibility in power supply and risk management.

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PPAs can help advance the energy transition by financially securing and promoting the expansion of solar energy. They offer a win-win situation for producers and buyers by promising planning security, financial advantages and a contribution to environmental protection.

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🌱 1. Next power plants

– Field of activity: Operator of a large virtual power plant that bundles renewable energies and markets them directly.
– Special features: Integration of different types of generation, also offers solutions for flexible electricity consumers.

💧 2. Stat power

– Field of activity: Originally a Norwegian company that is active internationally in energy production and also offers direct marketing in Germany.
– Special features: Large portfolio in hydropower, wind energy and solar; offers comprehensive direct marketing solutions.

🌞 3. Enerparc AG

• Field of activity: Focus on planning, construction and operation of photovoltaic systems as well as their marketing.
• Special features: One of the largest independent solar power producers in Germany.

🔋 4. Suns

• Field of activity: Known for their home battery storage, but also offers innovative electricity communities for the direct marketing of solar power.
• Special features: Enables the exchange of solar power between private households.

♻️ 5. LichtBlick

• Field of activity: Provider of green electricity and green gas, also offers solutions for the direct marketing of renewable energies.
• Special features: Focus on sustainable energy and innovative energy products.

🍃 6. Naturstrom AG

• Field of activity: One of the oldest providers of green electricity in Germany with a direct marketing offer.
• Special features: Strongly committed to the expansion of renewable energies.

💡 7. EnBW

• Field of activity: One of the largest energy companies in Germany, also offers direct marketing services.
• Special features: Wide range of energy solutions in addition to the core competence in supply and network operation.

🌍 8. BayWa re renewable energy

• Field of activity: Part of the BayWa Group, offers comprehensive solutions in the field of renewable energies, including direct marketing.
• Special features: International company with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.

💨 9. Vattenfall

• Field of activity: Large energy company with an offer for the direct marketing of renewable energies in Germany.
• Special features: International group with a strong presence in the generation of renewable energies.

🔄 10. e2m – Energy2market

• Field of activity: Specialized in the direct marketing and management of energy from renewable sources.
• Special features: Offers comprehensive services in the energy industry.

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☑️ The market for renewable energy sources is developing rapidly and with it various mechanisms are emerging to promote and integrate these energy sources into the existing energy supply system. Two essential instruments that play an important role in this context are direct marketing and feed-in tariffs. Both methods offer different approaches to supporting renewable energy production. But to understand their importance and how they work, we need to understand the core concepts, differences, and advantages and disadvantages of both systems.

🌱 Direct marketing

🇩🇪 Direct marketing is a model in which electricity producers sell their electricity directly to the market instead of feeding it into the public grid at fixed tariffs. This usually happens through the wholesale market. The central goal of direct marketing is to promote competition in the electricity market and to facilitate the integration of renewable energies into the existing market.

💪 Advantages of direct marketing

Prices close to market

Direct marketing allows producers to benefit from price fluctuations on the market. During times of high demand or tight supply, selling prices for electricity can increase, which can result in increased revenue for producers.

Promoting competitiveness

By learning to participate in the energy market, renewable energy producers are encouraged to become more efficient and improve their competitiveness.

flexibility

Producers can react flexibly to market signals and optimally adapt their electricity generation or the sale of their energy.

🤔 Disadvantages of direct marketing

Market risk

Prices on the electricity market can fluctuate greatly. This leads to increased uncertainty and greater financial risk for producers.

complexity

Participation in the direct market requires a good understanding of the electricity market and the mechanisms of energy trading. This can be a hurdle, especially for smaller producers.

💵 Feed-in tariff

🇩🇪 The feed-in tariff is a support mechanism that offers renewable energy producers a fixed compensation for every kilowatt hour of electricity they feed into the grid. Compensation rates are usually set by the state and guarantee stable income over a longer period of time.

🤲 Advantages of the feed-in tariff

Financial security

The guaranteed feed-in tariffs give producers a secure source of income, which makes it easier to plan and finance projects.

Promotion of investments

The financial security and long-term fixed remuneration rates encourage investments in renewable energies, including from smaller players or private individuals.

simplicity

The feed-in tariff is a relatively simple and understandable system that is accessible to producers of all sizes.

📉 Disadvantages of the feed-in tariff

costs for the general public

The costs of feed-in tariffs are usually passed on to consumers via electricity prices. This can lead to higher electricity prices.

Lack of market incentives

Since compensation is not dependent on market prices, there is little incentive for producers to adapt their energy production to demand or to invest in efficiency and innovation.

⚖ Differences and decision making

If we compare direct marketing and feed-in tariffs, it becomes clear that both systems have their specific advantages and disadvantages and work in different ways. Direct marketing is market-oriented and promotes competitiveness, but also involves risks due to the volatility of market prices. The feed-in tariff, on the other hand, offers financial security and encourages investment, but can increase electricity costs for consumers and inhibit innovation.

The choice between the two mechanisms depends on various factors: the objectives of the energy policy, the characteristics of the respective electricity market, the capacity of the actors involved to manage risks and, last but not least, the long-term visions for the development of the energy landscape. While some countries and regions prefer direct marketing to increase market efficiency and accelerate renewable energy integration, others continue to rely on feed-in tariffs to create a stable and predictable environment for the development of renewable energy projects.

In practice, a balanced energy policy often means finding a middle ground between these mechanisms or using them in a complementary manner to support both market integration and the continued promotion of renewable energy. Ultimately, both instruments are indispensable tools in the transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy supply. Their careful application and constant adaptation to changing market conditions and technological advances will be crucial to successfully meeting the challenges of the energy market in the 21st century.

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• 💰 Understanding the feed-in tariff: advantages and disadvantages
• ⚖️ Direct marketing vs. feed-in tariff: A comparison
• 🔋 How renewable energies are changing the electricity market
• 🌱 The role of renewable energies in today's energy supply
• 💼 The importance of competitiveness for renewable energy producers
• 👥 Support mechanisms for renewable energies: An overview
• 📈 Market risks and price volatility in the energy market
• 🚀 Promoting investments in renewable energy projects
• 🌍 The Future of Energy: Decision Making and Policy Making

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