Appendix E Sample Power Purchase Agreement

This document is a sample Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) template designed for use in solar, battery, and microgrid energy services projects. The agreement establishes the contractual framework between a project developer and a purchasing entity for the delivery of renewable energy and related services. The PPA outlines the fundamental commercial terms and conditions governing the relationship between the parties, including payment mechanisms, performance obligations, and operational responsibilities. The agreement is intended to serve as a reference document for parties negotiating energy services contracts related to the requested solar, battery, and microgrid projects in California.

The sample PPA addresses key commercial terms including energy pricing, capacity payments, and performance guarantees. The document establishes provisions for term duration, force majeure events, insurance requirements, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The agreement includes standard provisions regarding interconnection, metering, and delivery of energy to the purchasing entity's facilities. The sample PPA serves as a template that can be customized to reflect the specific economic terms, technical specifications, and operational requirements negotiated between the project developer and the purchasing entity, providing guidance on market-standard contract structures and protective provisions for renewable energy procurement.