From News Desk

Sustainability Roundtable (SR Inc) has announced that Cisco Systems has entered into a long-term Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) with R Power SA through SR Inc’s Net Zero Consortium for Buyers (NZCB). R Power SA is a Poland’s solar energy developer. 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. DLA Piper provided legal support for the agreement and SR Inc partner LevelTen Energy facilitated the initial RFP.

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 catalysing regional renewable energy development,” said Jim Boyle, CEO, 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 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 SA.