Due Diligence – Profound Evaluation of Operating Windfarms reduce risks

The M&A market for already operating plant in wind and solar energy is intense. Such operations, which can reach hundreds of millions of reais, require specialized critical evaluation support in order to have security in decision making. Risk assessment in the acquisition of assets, or even in corporate membership, is a task that permeates interconnected areas at various levels of complexity, ranging from legal to technical and environmental aspects.

Thus, considering the capital involved in negotiations of this magnitude, it is strongly recommended that the asset valuation be performed in the safest way possible by professionals with industry expertise. Our specialists are highly qualified and have the skills to correctly evaluate the risks of the enterprise. We propose strategic solutions through a methodology that is rigid in its analyzes and customizable to each situation.

The principle is based on 5 pillars that act together, namely:

• Technical inspections;
• Analises of operational data;
• Contractual analysis;
• Financial analysis and estimation;
• Reviews of O & M.

As important as assessing the current situation of the asset is also to consider the compatibility in the medium and long term of the generating units with upgrades and retrofits, as well as the possibility of repowering the plant. The correct evaluation of diligence considering these factors makes it even more complex, but also more assertive, considering also the impact of these factors on the return on investment made.

WINDWERK is part of the German group DGE, where we have been operating for more than 20 years as operator and manager in different countries. Currently we manage the operation of 30 wind farms of the brands GE, WEG, Enercon, Nordex, Suzlon and Vestas, as well as 4 solar parks. Talk with us! We are prepared to provide the necessary support for your asset trading!