Should a project be delivered under an EPC or turnkey contract?
One of the main drivers for and major advantages delivering a project under an EPC or turnkey contract, as opposed to adopting a multi-contract approach, is that project developers and project finance lenders have a single point of responsibility.
Are EPC contracts available in New Zealand?
EPC contracts are commonly used overseas (including in Australia). However, until recently, they have not been as frequently or commonly used in New Zealand, and there is currently no New Zealand standard form EPC contract available for use by renewable energy developers.
Will Rankine power supply increase wholesale electricity prices in New Zealand?
Concept Consulting’s modelling shows that without thermal generation from the Rankine units as part of New Zealand’s energy storage solution, wholesale electricity prices would likely be 60% higher in the short-term (the next two-to-three years) and 11% higher in the long-term (ten+ years).
Where is solar EPC based?
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Can a bespoke EPC contract transfer risk to a domestic subcontractor?
The risk profile agreed under an EPC contract is generally not appropriate for passing down to the domestic subcontractor market. This is in large part because New Zealand subcontractors do not have the balance sheet to support the transfer of risk that is common in bespoke EPC contracts.
What is an EPC contract?
Similar to “Principal’s Requirements” commonly found in a D&C contract, an EPC contract will generally include “Employer’s Requirements”. This is often a limited output specification, which sets the parameters and objectives that the contractor must meet.
Key issues in contracting for renewable energy
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The need for energy storage
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