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About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. Following the recently announced transactions, the installed capacity managed by the company is 5.3 GW, almost 1 GW under construction and 6.8 GW under development. The footprint of the company now extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. The company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal has a track record of 20 years of experience in partnering with communities, institutions and customers that benefit from its power supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions.

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08 Apr 2025

ContourGlobal inaugurates Latin America’s largest solar plant with battery storage in Chile

• ContourGlobal inaugurated the Quillagua photovoltaic solar plant with 221 MWp of installed capacity and 1.2 GWh of storage.

13 Mar 2025

Renewable energy: ContourGlobal and A2A sign a PPA for solar power

•Repowering of existing plants increases green energy production without additional […]

10 Mar 2025

ContourGlobal advances coal phase-out strategy with divestment of 177MW plant in Colombia

• ContourGlobal completes the sale of Sochagota coal plant marking a […]

04 Mar 2025

ContourGlobal becomes the First Private IPP to Join Proteus Partnership

ContourGlobal has strengthened its commitment to environmental stewardship by becoming […]

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FAQ

What are ContourGlobal’s sustainable business principles?

ContourGlobal is committed to sustainability through three core principles:

Doing Clean Power Right: Focusing on mature, cost-effective clean power generation and storage technologies.

Building Reliable Partnerships: Acting as a trusted partner to communities, developers, and customers, providing dependable low-emissions power solutions.

Creating Shared Value Responsibly: Operating with financial solidity and acting as a responsible corporate citizen in every country it serves.

What is the total power generation capacity of ContourGlobal, and where does it operate?

ContourGlobal currently manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity, with other ~1 GW under construction and 6.8 GW under development capacity, across 20 countries.

What makes ContourGlobal unique in the renewable space?

Our strengths include:

A balanced global-local approach: We combine global ambition with deep local engagement.

Operational excellence: Rapid scaling while maintaining sustainability and community focus.

Innovation-led growth: Investing in people and technology to stay ahead of industry trends.

What is ContourGlobal’s long-term vision regarding renewable energy?

ContourGlobal is fully committed to becoming a global leader in sustainable energy. By 2030, we aim to have 70% of our portfolio composed of renewable sources. Our goal is to nearly double our current installed capacity, adding 4.5–5 GW of renewables globally, focusing on solar PV, batteries, and onshore wind. Up to 1 GW of gas-fired capacity will also be added to support grid flexibility.

When does ContourGlobal plan to fully phase out coal?

Our formal commitment is to phase out all coal-fired generation well before 2027. The Sochagota sale, happend in March 2025, has been a major step forward, bringing us significantly closer to achieving this target.

Which are the carateristics of the Corporate Green bond that ContourGlobal issued?

ContourGlobal issued in March 2025 its first corporate-level Green Bond issuance, raising €500 million and US$510 million in green senior secured notes due in 2030. It marks a major milestone in ContourGlobal’s transition to becoming a predominantly renewable Independent Power Producer (IPP) and supports its Net Zero by 2040 goal.

How was the investor response?

The offering was 4.5 times oversubscribed, demonstrating strong investor confidence in the company’s sustainability strategy and growth outlook.

What will the funds be used for?

Net proceeds will be allocated to Eligible Green Projects focused on renewable energy production and energy storage, in line with ContourGlobal’s Green Bond Framework.