Name
Alan Rai
Job title
Executive Director
Organisation
CORE Markets
Speaker biography
Alan Rai, Executive Director - Energy & Environmental Markets - CORE Markets Alan has over 20 years' experience in Australia’s Energy and Financial Markets. His clients include buy and sell-side firms interested in renewables, storage (BESS and PHES), and gas peakers. He provides commercial and strategic advice supporting new market entry and investment business cases, route-to-market support, and transactions advisory DD services. Prior roles to CORE Markets include Baringa Partners, where he led the Market Advisory team, Someva Renewables, Australian Energy Market Commission, AEMO Services Ltd, the CSIRO, and the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Presentation title
Navigating the evolution of contract mechanisms and offtake agreements in wind energy projects
Presentation summary
In the dynamic landscape of wind infrastructure development, securing optimal contract mechanisms and offtake partners has never been more critical. With inflationary pressures, escalating construction costs, and supply chain constraints, there's a need for innovative solutions within the industry to maintain project viability and competitiveness. This session delves into the transformation of contracting practices, moving beyond traditional approaches to embrace flexible pricing models, diversified offtake agreements, and extended contract durations. As the sector evolves, these innovations are key to managing financial risks and capitalising on emerging opportunities.
Alan Rai