The Pexapark Podcast Corporate PPA & The “Hourly Debate” with Jim Boyle of Sustainability Roundtable
Jan 15, 2026
Jim Boyle, Founder and CEO of Sustainability Roundtable, shares his two decades of expertise in corporate sustainability and clean energy procurement. He discusses how the withdrawal of US clean energy tax credits boosts immediate PPA activity, while reduced subsidies could slow deployment in the long run. The conversation explores the controversial 'hourly debate' concerning the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and its impact on corporate participation in PPAs. Jim argues for optional 24/7 procurement for broader engagement and emphasizes the importance of valuing storage in renewable markets.
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Founder’s Journey And Consortium Wins
- Jim Boyle founded Sustainability Roundtable 18 years ago and launched a Net Zero Consortium eight years ago.
- The consortium aggregated buyers to procure over 1.5 GW of new clean energy projects across markets.
Tax Credit Withdrawal Spurs Deal Rush
- Withdrawal of US clean energy tax credits is driving a surge in near-term PPA transactions.
- Removing large subsidies raises future power prices and accelerates deal velocity now.
Less Subsidy Means Less Cannibalisation
- Pulling subsidies can reduce long-term cannibalisation by lowering new capacity deployment.
- That reduced deployment puts upward pressure on wholesale electricity prices benefiting long-term buyers.