Why Power Purchase Agreements Shape the Winners in Clean Energy

About

What actually drives value in clean energy markets? Ahmad Chatila shares how early global experience led to a clear conclusion: control the contract, not just the hardware. From visiting 150 companies worldwide to reshaping strategy around PPAs, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on where profit, influence, and long-term advantage truly sit.

Main Topics Discussed

• Why owning PPAs captures the majority of solar project value

• Early global exploration of solar business models across 150 companies

• Strategic decisions between EPC ownership versus contract ownership

• The role of contracts in determining market participation and control

• Lessons from early solar industry leadership and company building

Speakers

Company:
Nico Johnson
,
SunCast Media
Jigar Shah
Energy Empire
SunCast Media
Website:
Ahmad Chatila
Fenice Investment Group

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