Visual portrayal: NZI's Renewable Energy Infrastructure Convention 2025
In the heart of London, a significant gathering of institutional investors took place, sponsored by Triple Point, Arjun Infrastructure, Phoenix, the Institutional Investor Group on Climate Change (IIGCC), and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The focus of the event was on exploring key opportunities in UK renewable infrastructure, driven by recent government policy enhancements, particularly the strengthening of Contracts for Difference (CfDs).
The event served as a platform for discussions on various aspects of renewable energy, including extended CfD contract lengths from 15 to 20 years, providing longer-term revenue certainty for renewables projects. This extension is crucial for attracting private capital due to the significant upfront costs of building renewable assets.
Another point of discussion was the increased maximum guaranteed electricity prices for wind developers under CfDs, which enhances project feasibility and returns. The role of private funding consortia in financing large-scale projects, such as Sizewell C nuclear, was also highlighted, showcasing the government's openness to private capital participation in energy infrastructure.
Investment potential in battery storage projects and diversified renewable portfolios was another topic of interest, as highlighted by large listed companies expanding capacity and development activities in these areas. Place-based investing strategies that combine financial returns with local impact, supporting clean energy infrastructure development while fostering local job creation and community benefits, were also emphasised.
Lastly, there was a focus on asset management and operational expertise providers that add value through technology, digital innovation, and efficient operations to maximise deployment and performance.
Tina Miguel, a professional photographer, captured the event's proceedings, offering a visual narrative of the discussions and collaborations. Her photography serves as a visual documentation of the event's commitment to renewable energy and climate change advocacy. The event's sponsors, including Triple Point, Arjun Infrastructure, Phoenix, IIGCC, and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, were prominently featured in her work.
[1] Source 1 [2] Source 2 [3] Source 3 [4] Source 4 (Implicit, as the article is about the event) [5] Source 5
- The extension of Contracts for Difference (CfDs) from 15 to 20 years was discussed, which is intended to attract private capital by providing longer-term revenue certainty for renewable energy projects.
- The role of private funding consortia in financing large-scale energy infrastructure projects, such as Sizewell C nuclear, was highlighted, reflecting the government's openness to private capital participation in the energy sector.
- Investing in battery storage projects and diversified renewable portfolios, along with place-based strategies that foster local job creation, were considered important aspects of sustainable business and finance in the renewable energy industry.
