R.Power S.A., a pan-European Independent Power Producer (IPP) with a fast-growing, multi-technology portfolio, has entered into a long-term Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) with worldwide technology leader Cisco Systems, Inc. Facilitated through Sustainability Roundtable Inc’s (SR Inc) Net Zero Consortium for Buyers (NZCB), the agreement supports the development of four new solar projects located in Poland: Wydartowo, Bieżyce, Ostrzeniewo III, and Nowy Zagór III, with a total contracted volume of 470 GWh.
The partnership demonstrates Cisco’s commitment to advancing renewable energy access through a range of projects. The 15-year VPPA, targeting a Commercial Operation Date (COD) in 2027, represents a milestone in expanding solar capacity and strengthening Europe’s renewable energy landscape. It will help accelerate progress toward increasing use of clean-energy in the carbon-intensive Poland electrical grid. The projects represent purchaser-caused renewable energy capacity, directly enabled by Cisco’s long-term commitment under the VPPA.
“Cisco’s leadership reflects the growing role of global enterprises in catalyzing regional renewable energy development,” said Jim Boyle, CEO of SR Inc. “This agreement showcases how corporate buyers can drive impact through diversified, high-quality clean-energy investments.”
“We are proud to support the growth of renewable energy in Europe through this partnership,” said Evan Scott Brown, Renewable Energy & Utilities Manager, Cisco. “This agreement not only aligns with Cisco’s commitment to powering a more resilient energy future, but also directly supports operational needs, including the expansion of our lab facilities in Krakow. This collaboration is a powerful example of how partnership can increase clean energy access while providing business value.”
“Partnering with Cisco reinforces R.Power’s position as a leading multi-technology renewable energy producer in Central Europe. Cisco’s long-term commitment directly enables new solar capacity in Poland and supports the wider adoption of clean energy underway across the region” said Rafał Hajduk, Chief Commercial Officer, R.Power S.A.
R.Power S.A., headquartered in Warsaw, is one of Europe’s leading multi-technology Independent Power Producers, with a rapidly expanding pipeline of solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects across the continent. The company develops, builds, and operates large-scale clean-energy assets and is driving the deployment of new renewable capacity in Central Europe. Its collaboration with Cisco through SR Inc’s NZCB will further accelerate Poland’s adoption of clean energy while delivering tangible environmental and economic benefits to local communities.
