Solar PPA prices jump 5% in Q3 amid new trade tariffs

Power purchase agreement prices for solar projects rose 5% in the third quarter, primarily driven by anticipated tariffs, while wind PPAs remained relatively stable but face potential upward pressure later this year.

First covered Oct 21, 2026 · 8:17 AM PT · 2 articles · no longer in the live window

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19d PV Tech European solar PPA prices up 0.4% in Europe and 4.9% in the US — The average price of a solar PPA in Europe increased 0.4% between the second and third quarters of 2026, according to LevelTen Energy.

20d Utility Dive Solar PPA prices jump 5% in Q3, mainly on new trade tariffs: LevelTen — Wind power purchase agreements held relatively steady in Q3 but could begin to rise again as the latest round of tariffs takes effect later this year.

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