Highlights
- The two construction-stage projects are backed by an EEG tariff and have a combined solar capacity of 14.2 MWp
- The staged crowdfunding programme could provide just over 7 million of construction financing alongside sponsor equity
- A 5 MW / 10 MWh battery storage system is planned for both projects
RP Global has launched a crowdfunding initiative with Enerfip to support the construction of its Schöntal and Widdern solar projects in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The two projects have a combined capacity of 14.2 MWp of ground-mounted solar and will be commissioned in December 2026. Schöntal also incorporates a 5 MW / 10 MWh battery energy storage system, which will be operational in April 2027, while a second-stage battery hybridisation is envisaged for Widdern. The financing is being structured in stages through bond offerings distributed by Enerfip. The overall framework provides up to 4.36 million for Schöntal and up to 2.8 million for Widdern, alongside sponsor equity.
"Crowdfunding is a useful addition to our financing toolkit. It complements our own capital and helps us bring both projects into operation efficiently by broadening our options, while giving stakeholders and individual investors the opportunity to participate directly in the projects," said Jorge Rodriguez, CFO of RP Global.
A complementary and participatory financing strategy
The crowdfunding structure complements RP Global's own equity during the construction phase. It is designed as bridge financing, with repayment expected through longer-term local bank refinancing or, alternatively, a future project sale.
Beyond diversifying funding sources, the initiative provides individual investors with a possibility to directly support the energy transition. The published investor terms provide a gross annual interest rate of 6.5% over 18 months. The bonds are supported by first-ranking pledges over the shares of the respective project companies.
Two advanced projects in southern Germany
Construction of Schöntal and Widdern began in June 2026. The total financing requirements for these projects are 6.5 million and 4.66 million respectively. The funds raised through Enerfip are expected to cover up to 70% of the projects' cost. For Widdern, a later increase in financing may be considered for the project's planned battery hybridisation.
Both projects have received grid-connection approval and were selected through Germany's EEG auction mechanism, which provides a minimum reference level of remuneration for electricity sold on the market. This gives the projects longer-term revenue visibility while retaining the ability to benefit from market prices above the EEG reference level.
About RP Global
RP Global is an IPP (independent power producer) developing a pipeline of +12 GW(p) of solar PV, wind and storage projects, with strong local teams in seven European markets. The large-scale developer, operator and investor has over 40 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. The company's headquarters are in Vienna, Austria and Madrid, Spain. More information: www.rp-global.com
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