Germany’s latest renewable energy auctions showed strong demand for onshore wind projects but weaker interest in rooftop solar systems, the country’s Federal Network Agency said on Tuesday.
The results highlight differing momentum across the country’s renewable power sectors.
Developers submitted bids for nearly 7,900 megawatts (MW) of onshore wind capacity, more than double the roughly 3,450 MW offered in the tender.
Intense competition pushed the average award price down to 5.54 euro cents per kilowatt hour, the lowest level recorded since 2018 and below the 6.06 cents seen in the previous round.
In contrast, the auction for solar installations on rooftops and noise barriers attracted bids for only 177 MW, well short of the 283 MW available.
All qualifying bids were accepted at an average price of 9.56 cents per kilowatt hour, slightly lower than the previous auction.
The strong appetite for wind power supports Germany’s efforts to rapidly expand renewable energy capacity.
However, the sector continues to face political debate over whether developers should bear greater financial risks linked to grid congestion as renewable output grows.