German solar developers seek higher auction ceiling amid cost concerns

Fifteen German solar developers are calling for the auction ceiling to rise to €70/MWh in 2027 from €59/MWh, citing expected 30% cost increases driven by grid connection rules and network charge changes.

First covered Oct 27, 2026 · 5:00 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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15d PV Magazine German solar developers seek €70/MWh auction ceiling for 2027 — Fifteen solar developers warn that planned changes to Germany’s renewable energy law, grid connection rules, and network charges could raise ground-mounted…

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Appeared in: 2026-10-28 (#17)

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