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Applications are now open for the Engelhart 2026 Graduate Internship Programme. We’re looking for the next generation of commodities traders, analysts, and meteorologists who are ready to make a tangible impact. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. That’s why we’re looking for a diverse mix of curious, motivated individuals ready to start their commodities journey with us. Our 2026 Graduate Internship Programme is designed to give you practical experience and a seat at the table. You’ll be embedded within a dedicated Desk, working on real challenges in trading, analytics, and operations from day one. If you’re motivated, analytical, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you. 📍 Locations: Berlin, Geneva, Grenoble, Houston, London, New York. 💡 What you can expect: ⇨ Hands-on experience on a dedicated Commodities Desk, with opportunities to make a real impact and gain industry-ready skills. ⇨ Close learning and mentorship from senior Front Office professionals, including direct exposure to Desk Heads. ⇨ Growth opportunities within a dynamic, global organisation, supported by both a structured cohort programme and deep Desk integration. If you – or someone in your network – would be a great fit for this internship, please apply via the link below in our comments, before Friday 19 December. Just follow the link to our Careers page, then click on ‘Current openings’ and choose the Internship in the most relevant office location to your own (you also must have the legal right to work in the location you choose). Please repost to help us reach more talented candidates! #Commodities #InternshipOpportunity

A critical fault line is emerging in the energy transition. On the one hand, market participants are using sophisticated tools like VPPs to optimise renewables and batteries in response to price signals, providing crucial grid flexibility. On the other hand, local grid operators (DSOs) must manage the physical realities of the grid, often leading them to intervene and constrain this market-driven flexibility to ensure local stability. This growing tension between commercial optimisation and physical grid management is creating operational friction, slowing down the effective deployment of vital flexibility from renewables and, critically, the new wave of batteries queuing up to connect. We are seeing the effects across Europe... From increasing curtailment of renewable energy due to physical grid congestion, to the Gigawatts of renewable energy projects stuck in grid connection queues across the continent, including vital battery storage capacity. This friction slows down the effective deployment of the very flexibility the system needs, and we are essentially building roadblocks on the path to net-zero. Ignoring this conflict risks stalling the transition, and continuing with siloed operations is unsustainable. However, bridging the gap requires a different approach. There must be a fundamental shift towards enhanced coordination, transparent data sharing, and pragmatic, joint solutions between market participants, DSOs, and TSOs. At Engelhart Renewables, we are committed to these collaborative discussions, working with all stakeholders to help evolve the system and unlock the full potential of flexible assets. Our vision is clear: we need an integrated, optimised energy system. And that’s what we’re building.

The business model for renewable energy has fundamentally changed. Passively generating power is no longer enough to succeed in a market defined by intermittent generation, extreme price volatility, and the growing risk of negative prices. A decade ago, the model was simple: build an asset and generate as much electricity as possible. Today, that same strategy can lead to significant financial losses, as volatility poses a direct threat to revenue. But what if it could be turned into a new source of value? This question is at the heart of our strategic investment in virtual power plant (VPP) technology. We saw that the future wasn't just about producing green energy, but about managing it intelligently. Our VPP partner, Gridfuse, provides the critical tool to transform this market risk into a commercial opportunity for our clients. Their platform allows us to execute a two-part strategy: ⇨ First, it protects value… It acts as an intelligent shield, automatically curtailing production when prices go negative and protecting our partners from having to pay to put power into the grid. ⇨ Then, it creates new value: Unlocking revenue streams by allowing the same asset to participate in ancillary services markets, getting paid by grid operators for providing the essential flexibility that a renewables-led system desperately needs. ___ At Engelhart, we believe the most successful players in the energy transition will be those who can master volatility. This is where market expertise and technology converge. By combining our deep trading knowledge with the capabilities of Gridfuse, we give our clients practical tools to turn market complexity into a clearer, more resilient revenue model.

Japan’s power market is entering a new phase, and storage will be at its core. As renewables expand across Japan, balancing and flexibility are becoming central to how the system operates. The shift away from fixed-price, subsidy-backed models is transforming the market, meaning asset owners must manage risk and performance in real time. That shift creates new challenges, but also a major opportunity: building the flexibility that the energy transition depends on. At Engelhart Renewables, our team in Japan is helping drive that evolution. We’re drawing on years of experience from European flexibility and balancing markets to support the development of storage as a commercially viable asset class. Our recent partnership with BISON ENERGY GROUP marked a key step in that direction. It was the first 10-year revenue floor structure of its kind in the Japanese market, designed to provide long-term commercial certainty, giving investors confidence to unlock the next wave of grid-scale batteries. But the work doesn’t stop there. We’re continuing to collaborate with developers, asset owners, and strategic partners to shape a framework that rewards flexibility, supports market stability, and delivers value. As Japan accelerates its renewable buildout, storage will play an essential role in turning that ambition into real-world progress. With the right market design and partnerships, it will redefine how power markets work. The more flexible the system becomes, the stronger the foundation for the future. And at Engelhart Renewables, we’re proud to be playing a leading role in making that future a reality, shaping the commercial and technical pathways of Japan’s next energy era. ___ If you want to learn more, please connect with our Commercial General Manager in Japan, TAKUYA KAMISAGO.

Great conversations at RE-Source Platform 2025 highlighted a key challenge for corporate companies… 👇 While businesses are experts in their own fields, navigating today's complex energy landscape requires a partner with specialist knowledge. Many companies understand PPAs, but the real competitive edge now lies beyond the basics. It's about mastering market volatility, leveraging asset flexibility, and accessing new revenue streams, such as ancillary services. For many organisations, that’s where the gap begins; not a lack of capability, but a lack of time and focus to track every market change. At Engelhart Renewables, we act as your dedicated energy expert partner. We bridge that gap by leveraging our deep market knowledge and innovative, agile thinking to meet your specific needs. We don't just structure standard PPAs, we build dynamic strategies that incorporate cutting-edge tools, like our VPP partner Gridfuse, to manage risk and unlock the full value of your energy position. Our focus is on being ahead of the curve and finding the bespoke and sophisticated solutions that others miss. If you met Matthias Seel or Per Arne Austli at RE-Source 2025 and would like to continue the conversation about building a truly competitive energy strategy, send them a direct message. Let us show you what's possible.

Is the era of simple, standardised PPAs over? We can see a rapid shift from one-size-fits-all, “pay as produced” contracts toward highly bespoke solutions, which is reshaping the European renewables landscape. As a recent Montel article highlights, record-high instances of negative prices are forcing a fundamental rethink of PPA structures, driving up complexity and cost for corporate buyers. However, this isn't new to us Engelhart Renewables. We're proud to see our consultant, Alessandro Savini, featured in the article discussing this exact trend. As Alessandro points out, "We foresaw that risk already in 2018 when we signed the first over 10-year PPA in Italy." While the market is now catching up to this new reality, our team has spent years building the sophisticated financial modelling and bespoke contract structures that are now essential. In this new environment, a standard "pay as produced" PPA is no longer sufficient to manage risk. This market now demands a partner with deep experience in structured solutions, one who can build the resilient, long-term strategies that protect and create value for clients. At Engelhart Renewables, that is exactly what we deliver.

In today's challenging economic landscape, is sustainability slipping down the corporate agenda? We know that for some businesses, long-term energy goals can feel harder to prioritise, especially when there are near-term commercial pressures. But looking only for immediate savings can mean missing out on the real opportunities emerging in today’s energy market. A smart renewable energy strategy isn't a cost centre, it's a powerful tool for commercial competitiveness. Here’s why: ⇨ Renewables are cost-effective The price of PPAs has fallen dramatically, often making green energy cheaper than the standard utility supply ⇨ Flexibility creates profit   Volatility isn't just a risk; it's an opportunity. By actively managing energy use and leveraging flexibility, using advanced tools like our virtual power plant (VPP) partner, Gridfuse, businesses can significantly reduce costs and even generate new revenue ⇨ Incentives reward action Going green unlocks access to subsidies and cost reductions many corporates aren't fully utilising   ___ Building a winning energy strategy starts with understanding today's market realities, not yesterday's assumptions At Engelhart Renewables, we build innovative, agile and future-focused products that turn your energy needs into a competitive advantage. Our Senior Corporate Originator, Matthias Seel and Head of Origination in the Nordics, Per Arne Austli, will be at RE-Source Platform 2025 in Amsterdam from Nov 4-5. Connect with them to discuss how a smarter energy strategy can boost your bottom line.

How do you source competitive renewable solutions in today's challenging business environment? That's the central question of this year's RE-Source Platform's 2025 event in Amsterdam, and it's a conversation that is at the heart of how we work with our clients at Engelhart Renewables. Our Senior Originator for Corporate Customers, Matthias Seel, and our Head of Renewables Origination for the Nordics, Per Arne Austli, will be attending on November 4-5 to share how we help our partners stay on track with their net zero goals. Connect with them to discuss how Engelhart’s unique approach can help you: • Design resilient and effective PPA structures • Navigate the complexities of the European energy markets • Align your sustainability strategy with your long-term commercial goals If you are attending and would like to arrange a meeting, please send a direct message to Matthias or Per Arne. We look forward to seeing you there! #RESource2025

In today's complex renewable energy market, innovation is our competitive advantage. This is the story of our sister company and VPP provider, Gridfuse... It’s a journey from an idea on a whiteboard to a market leader with 2 GW of flexible power connected across Europe and Japan. In just a few years, the team has gone from a single wind farm to operating one of the largest ancillary services pool for wind assets in Germany. It's a powerful story of entrepreneurial spirit and a testament to Engelhart’s commitment to building the technology that the energy transition truly needs. Swipe through the carousel to see the full journey ➡️

For German industry, building a resilient and sustainable energy strategy is no longer a long-term goal, it's an immediate necessity. This is the central theme of this year's VIK-Jahrestagung in Berlin, and it's a conversation we're excited to be a part of. Our Senior Originator, Matthias Seel, will be attending the VIK Verband der Industriellen Energie- und Kraftwirtschaft e.V. event on October 14th. He'll be discussing how Engelhart's customer-centric approach helps businesses navigate this new landscape by: ➲ Crafting long-term corporate PPA strategies for price certainty ➲ Navigating the complexities of today's volatile energy markets ➲ Building bespoke procurement plans that align sustainability and commercial goals If you're attending and want to discuss your energy strategy, send Matthias a direct message to connect in Berlin. #VIKJahrestagung