McDonald's signs 10-year PPA with Axpo for renewable energy supply in Spain
Type: Ppa · Technology: Solar · Country: Spain · Capacity: 200 MWp · Announced: 2026-03-26
McDonald's has entered into a 10-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Axpo for the supply of renewable energy in Spain. The energy will be generated from four solar photovoltaic plants, each with a capacity of 50 MWp, totaling 200 MWp. These plants have been constructed by Axpo's solar division in the municipalities of Villadangos del Páramo and Cimanes del Tejar, located in the province of León.
Analysis
McDonald's has signed a 10-year power purchase agreement with Axpo for renewable energy supply in Spain, covering 200 MWp from four solar photovoltaic plants in León. Axpo, Switzerland's largest power producer, has constructed these plants through its solar division. McDonald's Corporation, operating over 40,000 restaurants globally, is a significant energy consumer actively procuring renewable energy. The agreement is set to commence in 2026.
Key points
- 10-year PPA signed between McDonald's and Axpo
- 200 MWp solar photovoltaic capacity in Spain
- Four solar plants located in Villadangos del Páramo and Cimanes del Tejar, León
- Energy supply to commence in 2026
Counterparties
- McDonald's (Offtaker)
- Axpo (Ipp)