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Empowering Independent Power Producers: Leadership Solutions for a Dynamic Energy Landscape
Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are companies that generate electricity for sale, often to public and private markets rather than directly to retail customers. These organisations play a pivotal role in the global energy landscape, offering innovative solutions to meet growing energy demands.
At Mint Selection, we work with a broad range of IPPs, supporting companies involved in various industry sectors such as Solar PV, Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind, Battery Storage, and broader Grid Balancing technologies.
From Project Developers to Independent Producers
IPPs typically begin as project developers. Some developers sell their ready-to-build projects, focusing on continuous development, while others evolve into full-fledged Independent Power Producers by building and operating their projects.
At Mint Selection, we define an IPP as a company that doesn’t just develop projects but also builds, owns, and operates its portfolio of power generation assets.
The Evolution of Independent Power Producers
In the early stages, IPPs concentrated on emerging technologies, primarily Solar and Wind. However, as the Energy Transition gathers momentum, new trends are shaping their growth:
Diversifying Technologies:Many IPPs expand beyond their original scope. A company that started with Solar might add co-located Battery Energy Storage systems or adopt a technology-agnostic approach. By analysing available land and grid connections, these companies choose the most suitable technology—or combination of technologies—for their projects. | International Expansion:Once established in their domestic market, many IPPs pursue international growth. This approach often becomes a natural progression as businesses reach maturity in their home markets. While some focus solely on geographic expansion, others combine it with diversification into new technologies. | Becoming Fully Integrated:At their core, IPPs develop, build, and operate power generation projects, typically relying on third-party service providers for construction. Advanced IPPs, however, take this a step further. They build in-house capabilities across areas such as Policy, Strategy, Private Wire Business Development, Engineering, Construction, and Energy Trading, becoming fully integrated operations. |