Pioneering Long-Term Renewable Partnerships: The University of Manchester and Enviromena CPPA Case Study

Synopsis

The University of Manchester secured its renewable energy future through a groundbreaking 10-year Corporate Power Purchase Agreement with Enviromena. This session examines the strategic partnership that connects the university directly to the new Medebridge Solar Farm in Essex, demonstrating how educational institutions can achieve sustainability goals while securing long-term energy cost certainty. Learn about the negotiation process, risk management strategies, and operational benefits of this landmark agreement that sets a new standard for university-corporate renewable energy partnerships.

• Strategic Partnership Development: How The University of Manchester identified and structured a mutually beneficial long-term CPPA with Enviromena, including due diligence processes and partnership evaluation criteria
• Risk Management and Contract Innovation: Navigate the complexities of 10-year renewable energy agreements, including price volatility protection, performance guarantees, and regulatory compliance considerations
• Operational Implementation and Impact: Real-world insights into integrating solar farm output with university energy demands, measuring sustainability outcomes, and achieving both environmental and financial objectives