German onshore wind tender awards contracts at record-low price of €47.90/MWh
Type: Supply Agreement · Technology: Onshore Wind · Country: Germany · Value: $57.37M · Announced: 2026-09-17
The latest German onshore wind tender concluded with average bids falling to €47.90/MWh ($57.37/MWh), an eight-year low, as developers rushed to secure volumes before anticipated reforms to grid legislation that could throttle future wind expansion on land. The auction, overseen by German energy minister Katherina Reiche, saw material price compression reflecting intense competition for available capacity. While the article does not name specific winning bidders or project capacities, the tender represents a pivotal moment for Germany's onshore wind sector as it approaches regulatory changes that may impact permitting and grid connection rules. The record-low pricing underscores the maturing competitiveness of the domestic wind market amid shifting policy landscapes.
Counterparties
- European Union (Offtaker)
- German energy minister Katherina Reiche (Offtaker)
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