Northern Ireland (United Kingdom) has presented the final scheme design of its renewable electricity support scheme, aiming to launch it in 2027. The Renewable Electricity Price Guarantee (REPG) programme aims to deliver stable and lower energy prices, while promoting renewable generation in the region. It has been inspired on the successful elements of existing auction-based schemes in Britain (CfD) and the Republic of Ireland (RESS).
Onshore wind, solar PV, and hybrid wind-solar projects (with or without BESS) with a minimal capacity of 5 MW will be eligible to participate. Developers should provide valid planning permission, accepted grid connection offer, and evidence of financial commitment as part of their eligibility criteria. Technology specific strike prices fully linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) are expected to be disclosed ahead of the auction, and a pay-as-clear mechanism is expected to be used. Successful bids are expected to secure a 15-year contract, with the projects being expected to start delivering energy within two years.
The final terms and conditions on the REPG will be submitted to public consultation later in 2025, with the first auction being expected in early 2027 to allocate 750 to 1,250 GWh/year of power generation, with a planned second edition to allocate 3,250 GWh–3,750 GWh/year of power.
The REPG is aligned with the UK’s Climate Change Act’s target of 80% renewable electricity consumption by 2030.
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