Uniper secures long-term wind energy deal with Stadtwerke Wolfenbüttel

A bold step toward greener grids: Uniper locks in wind farm supply for a German utility. Can this deal reshape regional energy markets?

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2026 March 29 . 12:10 PM

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Uniper secures long-term wind energy deal with Stadtwerke Wolfenbüttel

Uniper has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Stadtwerke Wolfenbüttel to supply electricity from onshore wind farms. The deal marks another step in the company's shift towards sustainable energy generation. It comes as competition in the renewables sector grows stronger.

The agreement will see the municipal utility receive power from six wind farms in Lower Saxony, producing around 9 GWh each year. The new PPA connects Stadtwerke Wolfenbüttel directly to six onshore wind farms in Lower Saxony. One of these, the Niedersächsischer wind park, supplies 100% of its output to the regional provider. The total annual generation from all six sites reaches approximately 9 GWh.

Uniper's move aligns with its broader restructuring towards cleaner energy. This shift occurs against a backdrop of rising oil prices and increased competition in renewable markets. Meanwhile, yields on 10-year German government bonds have hit a 15-year high, adding pressure to energy financing.

On the stock market, Uniper's shares closed at €38.60 on Friday. The price reflects a 14.9% increase since the start of the year, though it remains below the previous yearly high of €46.75. The company's relative strength index (RSI) currently sits at 53.8, indicating neutral trading conditions. The agreement strengthens Uniper's position in renewable energy while securing a stable power supply for Stadtwerke Wolfenbüttel. The deal also highlights the growing importance of PPAs in Germany's transition to sustainable electricity. With oil prices elevated and bond yields climbing, such partnerships may become more critical for energy providers.