UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form
20-F
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REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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For the fiscal year ended
December 31
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2024
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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Commission File Number:
001-36761
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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(Jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) |
(Company Registration No. 201406588W)
4911 (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) +65 6351 1780 |
Not Applicable (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
Copies to:
James A. McDonald
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom (
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INTRODUCTION AND USE OF CERTAIN TERMS
We have prepared this annual report using a number of conventions, which you should
consider when reading the information contained herein. In this annual report, the “Company,” “we,” “us”
and “our” shall refer to Kenon Holdings Ltd., or Kenon, and each of our subsidiaries and associated companies, collectively,
as the context may require.
This annual report uses the following conventions:
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“Ansonia” means Ansonia Holdings
Singapore B.V., which owns approximately 62% of the outstanding shares of Kenon;
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“Chery” means Chery Automobile Co. Ltd., a supplier to and shareholder of Qoros;
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“CPV” means CPV Power Holdings LP, Competitive Power Ventures Inc. and CPV Renewable Energy Company Inc.), a business
engaged in the development, construction and management of power plants running conventional energy (powered by natural gas) and renewable
energy in the United States, which was acquired in January 2021 by CPV Group LP, an entity in which OPC holds an indirect interest of
approximately 70.5%.
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“CPV Renewables” is CPV Renewable Power LLC, a limited liability company through which CPV’s renewable energy activity
is held and which is 66.7% owned by CPV Group;
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“CPV Group” means CPV Group LP and its investees;
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“IC Power” means IC Power Ltd., formerly IC Power Pte. Ltd, a Singaporean company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kenon;
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“Inkia” means Inkia Energy Limited,
a Bermuda corporation, which was a wholly-owned subsidiary of IC Power. In December 2017, Inkia sold all of its Latin American and Caribbean
businesses and has since been wound up;
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“Inkia Business” means Inkia’s Latin American and Caribbean power generation and distribution businesses, which
were sold in December 2017;
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“Majority Qoros Shareholder” means the China-based investor related to Shenzhen Baoneng Investment Group Co., Ltd. (“Baoneng
Group”) that holds 63% of Qoros;
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“OPC” means OPC Energy Ltd., an owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in the Israeli and United
States power markets, in which Kenon has an approximately 55% interest;
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“our businesses” shall refer to each of our subsidiaries and associated companies, collectively, as the context may require;
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Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. (“Qoros”), a Chinese company, in which Kenon, through its 100%-owned subsidiary Quantum (as
defined below), has a 12% interest;
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“Quantum” means Quantum (2007) LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kenon, which is
the direct owner of our interest in Qoros;
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“Spin-off” shall refer to (i) Israel Corporation Ltd.’s (“IC”) January 7, 2015 contribution to Kenon
of its interests in IC Power, Qoros, ZIM and other entities, and (ii) IC’s January 9, 2015 distribution of Kenon’s issued
and outstanding ordinary shares, via a dividend-in-kind, to IC’s shareholders;
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“Tower” means Tower Semiconductor Ltd., an Israeli specialty foundry semiconductor manufacturer, listed on the NASDAQ
stock exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (the “TASE”), in which Kenon used to hold an interest until June 30, 2015;
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“ZIM” means ZIM Integrated Shipping Services, Ltd., an Israeli global container shipping company, in which Kenon had
and sold an approximately 21% interest in 2024, and as a result Kenon no longer holds any shares in ZIM.
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OPC
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“availability factor” refers to the number of hours that a generation facility is available to produce electricity divided
by the total number of hours in a year;
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“BCM” means a billion cubic meters of natural gas, a unit of energy, specifically natural gas production and distribution;
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“Black Start” facility is one that can start its own power without support from the grid in the event of a major system
collapse or a system-wide blackout;
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“carbon capture” technology refers to a set of chemical processes that are designed to capture CO2 from the exhaust gas
stream of a fossil fuel power generation or industrial process, often referred to as point source carbon capture technology; the primary
goal of this technology is to reduce the release of CO2 into the atmosphere;
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“COD” means the commercial operation date of a development project;
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“distribution” refers to the transfer of electricity from the transmission lines at grid supply points and its delivery
to consumers at lower voltages through a distribution system;
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“EA” means Israeli Electricity Authority;
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“EPC” means engineering, procurement and construction;
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“Energean” means Energean Israel Ltd which holds 100% interest in Karish Reservoir.
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“firm capacity” means the amount of energy available for production that, pursuant to applicable regulations, must be
guaranteed to be available at a given time for injection to a certain power grid;
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“Gat Partnership” means Alon Energy Centers—Gat Limited Partnership, a limited partnership that holds interests
in the Gat Power Plant;
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“GW” means gigawatt;
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“GWh” means gigawatt per hour (one GWh is equal to 1,000 MWh);
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“Hadera” is an Israeli corporation, in which OPC Israel has a 100% interest;
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“Hadera Energy Center” means Hadera’s boilers and a steam turbine. The Hadera Energy Center currently serves as
back-up for the Hadera power plant’s supply for steam;
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the “IEC” means Israel Electric Corporation;
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“ILA” means The Israel Lands Authority;
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“Infinya” means Infinya Ltd. (formerly Hadera Paper Ltd.), an Israeli corporation;
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“INGL” means Israel National Gas Lines Ltd., a government company holding a license for the transmission of high-pressure
gas;
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“installed capacity” means the intended full-load sustained output of energy that a generation unit is designed to produce
(also referred to as name-plate capacity);
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“IPP” means independent power producer, excluding co-generators and generators for self-consumption;
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“Kallpa” means Kallpa Generación SA, a company within the Inkia Business. Kallpa was owned by Inkia until December
2017;
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“Karish Reservoir” refers to the Karish and Tanin natural gas fields situated in the Mediterranean Sea offshore Israel
and are owned and operated by Energean;
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“Gat Power Plant” or “Gat” means a combined-cycle power plant powered by conventional energy with installed
capacity of 75 MW located in the Kiryat Gat area, which began commercial operation in November 2019;
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“kWh” means kilowatt per hour;
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“Minimum Price” means the minimum price of gas in USD set forth in gas purchase agreements between Tamar Group and each
of Hadera and Rotem based on a natural gas price formula described in the agreements that may be affected by generation component tariff;
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“MW” means megawatt (one MW is equal to 1,000 kilowatts or kW);
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“MWdc” means megawatts, direct current;
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“MWh” means megawatt per hour;
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“Noga” or the "System Operator” means Noga – Independent System Operator Ltd, which acts as the System Operator
in Israel;
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“capacity” or “installed capacity” means, with respect to each asset, 100% of the capacity of such asset,
regardless of OPC’s ownership interest in the entity that owns such asset;
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“OPC Israel” or OPC Holdings Israel Ltd., is an Israeli corporation which owns and operates OPC’s businesses in
Israel, in which OPC holds an 80% interest;
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“OPC Partnerships Activity Gat Ltd.” is a privately-held company, which indirectly holds an interest through existing
partnerships in the Gat Power Plant;
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“OPC Power” means OPC Power Ventures LP;
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“PPA” means power purchase agreement;
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“Rotem” means O.P.C. Rotem Ltd., an Israeli corporation, in which OPC Israel has an 100% interest;
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“Sorek 2” means OPC Sorek 2 Ltd.;
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the “System Operator” has the meaning as defined in Section 1 of the Israeli Electricity Sector Regulations (Private
Conventional Electricity Producer), 2005 entrusted by the Israeli government to manage and operate Israeli electrical grid; currently
Noga acts as the System Operator;
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“Tamar” means Tamar reservoir, a gas field located 90 km west of Haifa, Israel with estimated reserves of natural gas
of approximately 13.17 tcf or approximately 373 BCM; the gas field is owned and operated by the Tamar Group consisting of Isramco Negev
2 Limited Partnership, Chevron Mediterranean Ltd., Tamar Investment 1 RSC Limited, Tamar Investment 2 RSC Limited, Dor Gas Exploration
Limited Partnership, Everest Infrastructure Limited Partnership and Tamar Petroleum Ltd. (the “Tamar Group”);
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“tcf” means trillion cubic feet, a volume measurement of natural gas;
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“Title V” refers to a United States federal program designed to standardize air quality permits and the permitting process
for major sources of emissions across the country. which requires the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) to establish
a national, operating permit program;
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“transmission” refers to the bulk transfer of electricity from generating facilities to the distribution system at load
center station in which the electricity is stabilized by means of the transmission grid;
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“Zomet” means Zomet Energy Ltd., an Israeli corporation in which OPC has a 100% interest;
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“Veridis” means Veridis Power Plants Ltd which owns 20% of OPC Israel; OPC and Veridis are party to a shareholders’
agreement which governs the relationship between OPC and Veridis in OPC Israel; and
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the “War” refers to a deadly attack by the Hamas terrorist organization on communities in the Gaza Strip in the southern
part of Israel on October 7, 2023 and the military actions that followed.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
We produce financial statements in accordance with the International Financial Reporting
Standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board, or IFRS, and all financial information included in this annual report
is derived from our IFRS financial statements, except as otherwise indicated. In particular, this annual report contains certain non-IFRS
financial measures which are defined under “
Item 5 Operating and Financial Review and Prospects
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and
“
Item
4.B Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business.
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Our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report comprise the consolidated
statements of profit and loss, other comprehensive income (loss), changes in equity, and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2024,
2023 and 2022 and the consolidated statements of financial position as of December 31, 2024 and 2023. We present our consolidated financial
statements in U.S. Dollars.
All references in this annual report to (i) “NIS” or “New Israeli
Shekel” are to the legal currency of the State of Israel, or Israel); (ii) “RMB” are to Yuan, the legal currency of
the People’s Republic of China, or China; and (iii) “U.S. Dollars,” “$” or “USD” are to the
legal currency of the United States of America (“United States” or “U.S.”).
This annual report contains translations of certain RMB and NIS amounts into USD at
certain foreign exchange rates solely for the convenience of the reader. All convenience translations from RMB or NIS to USD are based
on the certified foreign exchange rates published by the Federal Reserve Board of Governors and foreign exchange rates published by the
Bank of Israel, respectively, on December 31, 2024, which was RMB 7.300 per USD and NIS 3.647 per USD, respectively. In our consolidated
financial statements, convenience translations into U.S. Dollars are made at the prevailing exchange rate at the time of the relevant
transaction or agreement. The convenience translations contained in this annual report should not be construed as representations that
the RMB or NIS amounts referred to herein actually represent the USD amounts in the convenience translations presented or that they could
have been or could be converted into USD at the exchange rate used in the convenience translations or at any particular rate.
We have made rounding adjustments to reach some of the figures included in this annual
report. Consequently, numerical figures shown as totals in some tables may not be arithmetic aggregations of the figures that precede
them.
NON-IFRS FINANCIAL INFORMATION
In this annual report, we disclose non-IFRS financial measures, namely EBITDA and adjusted
EBITDA including proportionate share of adjusted EBITDA of associated companies for OPC, each as defined under “
Item
5 Operating and Financial Review and Prospects.
” Each of these measures are important measures used by us, and our businesses,
to assess financial performance. We believe that the disclosure of EBITDA after proportionate consolidation provides transparent and useful
information to investors and financial analysts in their review of these businesses’ operating performance and in the comparison
of such operating performance to the operating performance of other companies in the same industry or in other industries that have different
capital structures, debt levels and/or income tax rates.
MARKET AND INDUSTRY DATA
Certain information relating to the industries in which each of businesses operate and
their position in such industries used or referenced in this annual report were obtained from internal analysis of such businesses, surveys,
market research, publicly available information and industry publications. Unless otherwise indicated, all sources for industry data and
statistics are estimates or forecasts contained in or derived from such businesses or industry sources we believe to be reliable. Market
data used throughout this annual report was obtained from independent industry publications and other publicly available information.
Such data, as well as surveys, industry forecasts and market research, while believed to be reliable, have not been independently verified.
In addition, in certain cases we have made statements in this annual report regarding the industries in which each of our businesses operate
and their position in such industries based upon the experience of our businesses and their individual investigations of the market conditions
affecting their respective operations. We cannot assure you that any of these statements are accurate or correctly reflect the position
of our businesses in such industries, and none of our internal surveys or information has been verified by independent sources.
Market data and statistics are inherently predictive and speculative and are not necessarily
reflective of actual market conditions. Such statistics are based upon market research, which itself is based upon sampling and subjective
judgments by both the researchers and the respondents. In addition, the value of comparisons of statistics for different markets is limited
by many factors, including that (i) the markets are defined differently, (ii) the underlying information was gathered by different methods
and (iii) different assumptions were applied in compiling the data. Accordingly, the market statistics included in this annual report
should be viewed with caution.
PRESENTATION OF OPC CAPACITY AND PRODUCTION FIGURES
Unless otherwise indicated, statistics provided throughout this annual report with respect
to power generation units are expressed in MW, in the case of the capacity of such power generation units, and in GWh, in the case of
the electricity production of such power generation units. One GWh is equal to 1,000 MWh, and one MWh is equal to 1,000 kWh. Statistics
relating to aggregate annual electricity production are expressed in GWh and are based on a year of 8,760 hours. Unless otherwise indicated,
OPC’s capacity figures provided in this annual report reflect 100% of the capacity of all of OPC’s assets, regardless of OPC’s
ownership interest in the entity that owns each such asset. For information on OPC’s ownership interest in each of its operating
companies, see “
Item 4.B Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business
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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This annual report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section
21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”). These forward-looking statements include statements relating
to expectations, beliefs, projections, future plans and strategies, anticipated events or trends and similar expressions concerning matters
that are not historical facts and include statements contained in the sections entitled “
Item 4
Information on the Company
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Item 5 Operating and Financial Review and Prospects
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These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by terms and phrases such as “anticipate,” “should,”
“likely,” “foresee,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,”
“continue,” “could,” “may,” “plan,” “project,” “predict,” “will,”
and similar expressions.
These forward-looking statements include statements relating to:
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our goals and strategies;
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the strategies, business plans and funding requirements of our businesses;
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expected trends and projections in the industries and markets
in which our businesses operate;
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our tax status and treatment and expected status and treatment under relevant regulations;
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our share repurchase plan;
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our treasury activities;
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statements relating to litigation and arbitration; and
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critical accounting estimates and the expected effect of new accounting standards on Kenon;
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OPC’s and CPV’s strategy;
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the expected cost and timing of commencement and completion of construction and development projects and projects under development,
as well as the anticipated installed capacities and expected performance of such projects, including the required license and approvals
for the development of and financing for projects;
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expected macroeconomic trends in Israel and the US, including the expected growth in energy demand;
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potential new projects and existing projects;
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gas supply agreements;
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dividend policy;
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expected trends in energy consumption;
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regulatory developments;
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anticipated capital expenditures, and the expected sources of funding for capital expenditures;
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projections for growth and expected trends in the electricity market in Israel and the US; and
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the impact of the War;
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with respect to Qoros
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statements relating to the agreement to sell Kenon’s remaining interest in Qoros to the Majority Qoros Shareholder; and
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statements with respect to the litigation and arbitration relating to Qoros.
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The preceding list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of each of our forward-looking
statements. The forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future performance, taking into account
the information currently available to us and are only predictions based upon our current expectations and projections about future events.
There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity,
performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied
by these forward-looking statements which are set forth in “
Item 3.D Risk Factors
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Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results.
Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You should read this annual report with
this cautionary note in mind, and with the understanding that our actual future results may be materially different from what is indicated
in such forward-looking statements.
This report includes statements express as expectations, beliefs, estimates or similar
expressions of OPC or CPV. Such statements are expectations, beliefs, estimates (or similar) of OPC or CPV, as applicable, and are
based on statements included in OPC’s annual report and board of directors report for the year ended December 31, 2024.
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PART I
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Identity of Directors, Senior Management and Advisers
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Directors and Senior Management
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Offer Statistics and Expected Timetable
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Methods and Expected Timetable
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Key Information
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Risk Factors
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Our business, financial condition, results of operations, prospects and liquidity can
suffer materially as a result of any of the risks described below. The risks discussed below are not the only ones we face. We are also
subject to the same risks that affect many other companies, such as labor relations, geopolitical events, climate change and risks related
to the conducting of international operations. Additional risks not known to us or that we currently consider immaterial may also adversely
impact our businesses. Our businesses routinely encounter and address risks, some of which may cause our future results to be different—sometimes
materially different—than we presently anticipate.
Risks Related to Our Strategy and Operations
OPC including its subsidiary CPV Group will require additional financing
for construction and development projects and any new business which we may acquire may also have financing requirements
OPC’s business in Israel has projects under construction and in development projects
that will require additional financing. In addition, CPV Group, OPC’s subsidiary in the United States, has a number of projects
under construction and in development that will require financing.
To the extent that OPC raises equity financing at the OPC level, we may participate
in such equity raise, which would reduce our cash and cash equivalents available for other purposes such as dividends and investments
in or acquisitions of new businesses. Kenon participated in OPC equity raises in 2024, 2022 and 2021 and may participate in OPC
equity raises in the future. If we do not participate in such an equity raise at all or at least pro rata with our existing holdings,
our ownership interest in OPC would be reduced.
CPV requires capital for the development, construction or acquisition of existing and
future projects. Accordingly, CPV has raised and is expected to raise additional debt and equity financing including at the level of its
projects. In 2024, CPV Renewables, a subsidiary of CPV Group, raised equity financing of $300 million in exchange for 33.33% of
its equity interests, of which as of March 31, 2025, $200 million had been funded. This investment diluted our indirect interest
in CPV Renewables and we face similar dilution risks in connection with other investments in CPV or other subsidiaries of CPV or OPC.
Difficulty in obtaining the required capital (which may be significant, considering the advanced projects by the CPV Group) may prevent
the CPV Group from being able to execute its plans and strategy, at all or with considerable delay. Additional financing for CPV Group
may involve equity financing at the CPV Group level which would dilute OPC (to the extent OPC is not the investor), which would indirectly
dilute Kenon’s interest in CPV.
In addition to OPC and its businesses, any other business we may acquire or in which
we may make an investment may require additional financing and may seek to raise debt or equity financing.
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Kenon may seek to raise financing at the Kenon level to make investments or acquisitions
in its existing or new businesses. In the event that Kenon or one or more of our businesses requires capital, Kenon may provide financing
by (i) utilizing cash on hand, (ii) issuing equity in the form of shares or convertible instruments (through a pre-emptive offering or
otherwise), (iii) raising debt financing at the Kenon level, (iv) using funds received from distributions from its interests in its businesses,
(v) selling part, or all, of its interest in any of its businesses and using the proceeds from such sales, or (vi) providing guarantees
or pledging collateral in support of the debt of Kenon or its businesses. To the extent that Kenon raises debt financing, any debt financing
that Kenon incurs may not be on favorable terms, may impose restrictive covenants that limit how Kenon manages its investments in its
businesses, and may also limit dividends or other distributions by Kenon. In addition, any equity financing, whether in the form of a
sale of shares or convertible instruments, would dilute existing holders of our ordinary shares and any such equity financing could be
at prices that are lower than the current trading prices.
External financing may not be available to us, to fund investments we seek to make or
to meet our obligations on reasonable terms or at all. Kenon may sell assets to fund any investments it seeks to make or to meet Kenon’s
obligations, and its ability to sell assets may be limited. Any sales of assets may not be at attractive prices, particularly if such
sales must be made quickly.
Our directors have broad discretion on the use of the capital resources for investments
in our businesses or other investments or other purposes and we may make investments or acquisitions in our existing or new businesses.
Kenon has provided loans and guarantees and made equity investments to support its businesses, such as investments in OPC (including equity
investments in 2024, 2022 and 2021), and may provide additional loans to or make other investments in or provide guarantees in support
of its businesses. Kenon’s liquidity requirements will increase to the extent it makes additional investments in or grants additional
guarantees to support its businesses. To the extent Kenon uses cash on hand or other available liquidity to make an investment in existing
or new businesses, it will reduce amounts available for distribution to shareholders.
We face risks in connection with our strategy, which includes potential
acquisitions or investments in new or existing businesses and we may fail to identify opportunities or consummate investments and acquisitions
on favorable terms, or at all, in existing or new businesses.
Our strategy contemplates making investments or acquisitions in its existing or new
businesses. Our success in executing this strategy depends on our ability to successfully identify and evaluate investment opportunities
or consummate acquisitions on favorable terms.
The identification of suitable investment or acquisition opportunities can be difficult,
time-consuming and costly, and it is challenging to identify and successfully consummate investments or acquisitions that meet our objectives.
As a result, we may not identify or successfully complete investment or acquisitions that we target, which may impede execution of our
strategy.
We expect that any such acquisitions or other investments would be in established industries,
would be substantial and that we would be actively involved in the operations and promoting the growth and development of such businesses.
In addition, we do not expect that any such acquisitions or other investments would be in start-up companies or focused on emerging markets.
While the foregoing set forth our current expectations as to potential investments, we are not limited by the foregoing criteria and we
have broad discretion as to how we deploy our capital resources and may make investments or acquisitions that differ, potentially significantly,
from those contemplated by the foregoing criteria. Accordingly, we may make acquisitions or other investments that we are not in accordance
with our currently expected investment criteria.
Our ability to consummate future investments and acquisitions may also depend on our
ability to obtain any required government, regulatory or corporate approvals for such investments, including any approvals in the countries
in which we may purchase assets in the future or in the United States. Our ability to consummate future investments or acquisitions may
also depend on the availability of financing. See “
—Disruptions in the financial markets
could adversely affect OPC, Kenon or any businesses Kenon may acquire, which may not be able to obtain additional financing on acceptable
terms or at all.
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Furthermore, we may face competition with other local and international companies, including
financial investors, for acquisition or investment opportunities, which may result in us losing investment opportunities or increasing
our cost of making investments. Some of our competitors for investments and acquisitions may have more experience in the relevant sector,
greater resources and lower costs of capital, be willing to pay more for acquisitions and may be able to identify, evaluate, bid for and
purchase a greater number of assets or projects under development than our resources permit.
To the extent we acquire or otherwise make investments in businesses where we do not
have significant (or any) experience, we would face risks of operating in a sector with which we lack experience, which could impact the
success of any such acquisition or investments.
In addition, there is no assurance that any investments we make will generate a positive
return and we face the risk of losing some or all of the funds we invest.
Any funds we use to make acquisitions of a new business will reduce amounts available
for investments in our existing businesses and investments in existing or new businesses will reduce amounts available for distribution
to shareholders or repurchases of shares and could require us to raise debt or equity financing.
Disruptions in the financial markets could adversely affect OPC,
Kenon or any businesses Kenon may acquire, which may not be able to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms or at all.
OPC accesses capital and lending markets for various purposes, which may include raising
funding for the repayment of indebtedness, acquisitions, capital expenditures or for general corporate purposes. Any other business that
Kenon may acquire may also seek to access the capital and lending markets. Kenon may seek to access the capital or lending markets to
obtain financing in the future, including to support its businesses or to make new investments. The ability of Kenon or its businesses
to access capital markets, and the cost of such capital, could be negatively impacted by disruptions in those markets. Disruptions in
the capital or credit markets could make it more difficult or expensive for our businesses to access the capital or lending markets if
the need arises and may make financing terms for borrowers less attractive or available. Furthermore, a decline in the value of OPC or
any business we may acquire, which are or may be used as collateral in financing agreements, could also impact access to financing. The
high levels of inflation and interest rates as well as geopolitical developments including the war in Ukraine and the War in Israel have
adversely impacted financial markets and the cost of debt financing and have increased volatility in financial markets.
The availability of financing and the terms thereof is impacted by many factors, including:
(i) our or our business’s financial performance, (ii) credit ratings or absence of a credit rating, (iii) the liquidity of capital
markets generally, (iv) the state of the global economy, including inflation and interest rates and (v) geopolitical events such as the
Russian invasion of Ukraine and the War in Israel. There can be no assurance that Kenon or its businesses will be able to access the capital
markets on acceptable terms or at all. If Kenon or its businesses deem it necessary to access financing and are unable to do so on acceptable
terms or at all, this could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or liquidity.
We are subject to volatility in the capital markets.
Financial market conditions were volatile in 2024 and remain volatile, and these conditions
could become worse.
As our holding in OPC is publicly traded (and to the extent any of our other holdings
in companies are listed in the future), we are exposed to risks of downward movement in market prices. In addition, large holdings of
securities can often be disposed only over a substantial length of time. Accordingly, under certain conditions, we may be forced to either
sell our equity interest in a particular business at lower prices than expected or defer such a sale, potentially for a long period of
time.
We have in the past, and may in the future sell or distribute interests in listed companies
in which we have ownerships and we have and may enter into lockup agreements with respect to our shares in listed companies in connection
with offerings by those companies, and in some cases, we may enter into a lockup agreement. In addition, we are subject to securities
laws restrictions on resales, including in the United States, to the extent we are an affiliate of the issuer, or hold restricted shares,
the requirement to register resales with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) or to make sales under a
relevant exemption.
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We are a holding company and are dependent upon cash flows from
our businesses to meet our existing and future obligations.
We are a holding company and we do not conduct independent operations or possess significant
assets other than investments in and advances to our businesses and our cash on hand and treasury investments. As a result, we depend
on funds from our businesses or external financing to make distributions, to make investments or acquisitions, to pursue our strategy
and for our other liquidity requirements.
In addition, as Kenon’s businesses are legally distinct from it and will generally
be required to service their debt and other obligations before making distributions to Kenon, Kenon’s ability to access such cash
flows from its businesses may be limited in some circumstances and it may not have the ability to cause its subsidiaries and associated
companies to make distributions to Kenon, even if they are able to do so. Additionally, the terms of existing and future joint ventures,
financings, or cooperative operational agreements and/or the laws and jurisdictions under which each of Kenon’s businesses are organized
may also limit the timing and amount of any dividends, other distributions, loans or loan repayments to Kenon.
As we have now sold all of our interests in ZIM, our significant holding is our interest
in OPC, so our cash flows are particularly dependent on any dividends from OPC and investments we may make in OPC.
Additionally, as dividends are generally taxed and governed by the relevant authority
in the jurisdiction in which each respective company is incorporated, there may be numerous and significant tax or other legal restrictions
on the ability of Kenon’s businesses to remit funds to us, or to remit such funds without incurring significant tax liabilities
or incurring a ratings downgrade.
We are exposed to risks in connection with our treasury management
activities.
We use various treasury management instruments as part of our cash management and treasury
activities. We face risks in connection with such treasury management instruments including risks of decline in the value of our
treasury instruments or default and risks relating to changes in interest rates, currency exchange rates or market conditions that otherwise
impact the value of our treasury instruments. We also face risks in connection with term instruments we may use that require us to hold
the instrument for a fixed period of time as such instruments could impair our access to cash when needed, e.g. to fund potential investments
or acquisitions. In addition, we face counterparty risks in connection with treasury instruments, including the risk of insolvency
of banks or other counterparties with which we are engaged in our treasury management activities. We also face such risks in connection
with any currency, interest rate or other hedging activities we may enter into.
We do not have the right to manage, and in some cases do not control,
some of our businesses, and therefore we may not be able to realize some or all of the benefits that we expect to realize from our businesses.
We own 12% of Qoros. In addition, OPC’s CPV business holds minority interests
in a significant portion of its operations. Our ability to control the development and operation of these investments may be limited,
and we may not be able to realize some or all of the benefits that we expect to realize from these investments. For example, we may not
be able to cause these businesses to make distributions to us in the amount or at the time that we may need or want such distributions.
In addition, we rely on the internal controls and financial reporting controls of our
businesses and any failure by our businesses to maintain effective controls or to comply with applicable standards could make it difficult
to comply with applicable reporting and audit standards. For example, the preparation of our consolidated financial statements requires
the prompt receipt of financial statements that comply with applicable accounting standards and legal requirements from each of our subsidiaries
and associated companies, some of whom rely on the prompt receipt of financial statements from each of their subsidiaries and associated
companies. Additionally, in certain circumstances, we may be required to file with our annual report on Form 20-F, or a registration statement
filed with the SEC, financial information of associated companies (including companies that were associated companies during the 3 years
of financial statements included in our annual reports, such as ZIM) which has been audited in conformity with SEC rules and regulations
and relevant audit standards. We may not, however, be able to procure such financial statements, or such audited financial statements,
as applicable, from our subsidiaries and associated companies and this could render us unable to comply with applicable SEC reporting
standards.
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Our businesses are leveraged.
Some of our businesses are significantly leveraged. As of December 31, 2024, OPC had
$1,267 million of outstanding indebtedness and OPC’s proportionate share of debt (including accrued interest) of CPV’s associated
companies was $1,203 million. We and any business we may acquire may incur additional or have debt financing.
Highly leveraged assets are inherently more sensitive to declines in earnings, increases
in expenses and interest rates, and adverse market conditions. A leveraged company’s income and net assets also tend to increase
or decrease at a greater rate than would otherwise be the case if money had not been borrowed. Consequently, the risk of loss associated
with a leveraged company is generally greater than for companies with comparatively less debt. Additionally, some of our businesses’
assets have been pledged to secure indebtedness, and as a result, the amount of collateral that is available for future secured debt or
credit support and a business’ flexibility in dealing with its secured assets may be limited. Our businesses that are leveraged
use a substantial portion of their consolidated cash flows from operations to make debt service payments, thereby reducing their ability
to use their cash flows to fund operations, capital expenditures, or future business opportunities.
Our businesses will generally have to service their debt obligations before making distributions
to us or to any other shareholder. In addition, many of the financing agreements relating to the debt facilities of our operating companies
contain covenants and limitations, including the following:
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limits on the incurrence of liens or the pledging of certain assets;
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limits on the incurrence of debt;
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limits on the ability to enter into transactions with affiliates, including us;
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limits on the ability to pay dividends to shareholders, including us;
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limits on the ability to sell assets; and
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If any of our businesses are unable to repay or refinance their indebtedness as it becomes
due, or if they are unable to comply with their covenants, they may decide to sell assets or to take other actions, including (i) reducing
financing in the future for investments, acquisitions or general corporate purposes or (ii) dedicating an unsustainable level of cash
flow from operations to the payment of principal and interest on their indebtedness. As a result, the ability of our businesses to withstand
competitive pressures and to react to changes in the various industries in which we operate could be impaired. A breach of any of our
businesses’ debt instruments and/or covenants could result in a default under the relevant debt instruments, which could lead to
an event of default. Upon the occurrence of such an event of default, the lenders could elect to declare all amounts outstanding thereunder
to be immediately due and payable and, in the case of credit facility lenders, terminate all commitments to extend further credit. If
the lenders accelerate the repayment of the relevant borrowings, the relevant business may not have sufficient assets to repay any outstanding
indebtedness, which could result in a complete loss of that business for us. Furthermore, the acceleration of any obligation under certain
debt instrument may permit the holders of other material debt to accelerate their obligations pursuant to “cross default”
provisions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and liquidity.
We understand that Qoros continues to have significant external loans and borrowings,
all of which we understand is in default and has been accelerated.
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We face risks in relation to our remaining 12% interest in Qoros,
including risks relating to the enforcement and/or collection of the arbitration award and guarantee award in our favor.
Kenon holds a 12% interest in Qoros.
In April 2021, Kenon’s subsidiary Quantum (which holds Kenon’s share in
Qoros) entered into an agreement (the “Sale Agreement”) with the Majority Qoros Shareholder to sell its remaining 12% interest
in Qoros for RMB 1.56 billion (approximately $214 million), and Baoneng Group provided a guarantee of the Majority Qoros Shareholder’s
obligations under the Sale Agreement. The Majority Qoros Shareholder did not make any of the required payments under the Sale Agreement,
and in the fourth quarter of 2021, Quantum initiated arbitral proceedings against the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group with
China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (“CIETAC”). In February 2024, CIETAC issued a final award, not
subject to any conditions, in favor of Quantum (the “CIETAC Award”). The tribunal ruled that the Majority Qoros Shareholder
and Baoneng Group are obligated to pay Quantum approximately RMB 1.9 billion (approximately $260 million), comprising the purchase price
set forth in the Sale Agreement (as adjusted for inflation) of approximately RMB 1.7 billion (approximately $233 million), together with
pre-award and post-award interest (which will accrue until payment of the award), legal fees and expenses. In July 2024, Baoneng Group
filed an application with the Beijing No. 4 Intermediate Court (the “Beijing Court”) to set aside the CIETAC Award (the “Set
Aside Application”). In November 2024, the Beijing Court issued a decision dismissing the Set Aside Application, and such decision
is final and is not subject to appeal in accordance with the laws of the People’s Republic of China.
In connection with this arbitration, Kenon has obtained a court order freezing assets
of Baoneng Group, primarily comprising equity interests in entities owning directly and indirectly listed and unlisted equity interests
in various businesses; such assets are also subject to freezing orders by other creditors and the orders obtained by Kenon are at various
rankings as among creditors. As the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group failed to uphold their payment obligations under
the CIETAC Award, Kenon has initiated enforcement proceedings before the Shanghai No. 2 Intermediate Court (“Shanghai Court”)
to enforce the CIETAC Award. The enforcement proceedings are currently ongoing.
Any value that could be realized in respect of this award is subject to significant
risks and uncertainties, including the risk that Quantum may be unable to enforce the award or otherwise collect the amounts awarded or
otherwise owing to it, risks relating to any action that may be taken seeking to challenge enforcement of the award, risks relating to
the process for enforcement of judgments in this proceeding/jurisdiction, risks relating to the financial condition of the parties subject
to the award, risks related to the value in respect of any frozen assets pursuant to court orders as well as the risk of competing claims
and Kenon’s ability to realize any value in respect of such assets or otherwise in connection with the award, including the risk
that Kenon does not realize any value from such assets or any value that is realized is less than the amounts owed to Kenon and other
risks and uncertainties, which could impact Quantum’s ability to realize any value from this award.
In connection with its initial investment in Qoros, the Majority Qoros Shareholder had
agreed to assume Quantum’s obligations relating to Quantum’s pledge of its remaining shares in Qoros. In lieu of assuming
such pledge obligations, Baoneng Group provided a guarantee to Kenon in respect of a number of matters, including an obligation for Baoneng
Group to reimburse Kenon in the event that Quantum’s shares are foreclosed upon and an obligation for Baoneng Group to deposit into
escrow amounts sufficient to protect Kenon against losses in the event of a foreclosure over Quantum’s shares in Qoros by having
amounts available to repay any defaulted amounts. In November 2021, Kenon filed a claim for specific performance against Baoneng
Group at the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court relating to the breaches of the guarantee agreement by Baoneng Group; the case
was transferred to the Supreme People’s Court for trial. The Supreme People’s Court upheld Kenon’s claim for specific
performance against Baoneng Group, ordering Baoneng Group to open an escrow account on behalf of Kenon and to deposit approximately RMB
1.4 billion (approximately $192 million) into the escrow account (the “Guarantee Award”). In connection with the Guarantee
Award (and in addition to the asset freeze order obtained in connection with the CIETAC Award), Kenon has obtained a court order freezing
assets of Baoneng Group, primarily comprising equity interests in entities owning directly and indirectly listed and unlisted equity interests
in various businesses; such assets are also subject to freezing orders by other creditors and the orders obtained by Kenon are at various
rankings as among creditors. Baoneng Group failed to uphold its obligations under the Guarantee Award, and Kenon initiated enforcement
proceedings before the Shanghai Court to enforce this award. The enforcement proceedings are currently ongoing. There is no assurance
as to the outcome of these proceedings. There is also no assurance that Baoneng Group will pay or has the ability to pay the judgments
against it in our favor. The Court has directed the parties to engage in discussions.
We understand that Qoros has been in default under certain loan facilities for a number
of years, including its RMB 1.2 billion loan facility, which is secured by, among other collateral, all of Kenon’s shares in Qoros.
The lenders under Qoros’ RMB 1.2 billion loan facility have obtained a court order in respect of a payment default by Qoros, pursuant
to which the lenders may take steps to enforce pledges over Qoros’ assets and other security for the loan including the shares in
Qoros pledged by its shareholders to secure the loan, including Quantum’s pledge of its 12% interest in Qoros. Baoneng Group filed
an appeal against this court order with the Beijing High Court, which was subsequently dismissed in July 2024. We have become aware
that various banks have brought proceedings to foreclose on the pledged assets in respect of certain of Qoros’ defaulted loans,
which may result in the foreclosure of our Qoros shares. Accordingly, we face risks in connection with any enforcement by the lenders
and the impact thereof.
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Our success is dependent upon the efforts of our directors and executive
officers.
Our success is dependent upon the decision-making of our directors and executive officers
as well as the directors and executive officers of our businesses. The loss of any or all of our directors and executive officers could
delay the implementation of our strategies or divert our directors and executive officers’ attention from our operations which could
have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Foreign exchange rate fluctuations and controls could have a material
adverse effect on our earnings and the strength of our balance sheet.
OPC has significant operations in Israel as well as operations in the United States.
We also have a 12% ownership in Qoros and judgments have been awarded in our favor in connection with our arbitration and litigation claims
relating to our interest in Qoros. Such judgments, which have not yet been paid to us (and are subject to risks as described elsewhere
in this annual report), are denominated in RMB. Any businesses we may acquire may have facilities and generate costs and revenues
in geographic regions across the globe. Accordingly, we face risks in connection with foreign exchange rate fluctuations.
As a result of our ownership of a majority interest in and consolidation of OPC, a significant
portion of our revenue and certain of our businesses’ operating expenses, assets and liabilities, are denominated in currencies
other than U.S. Dollars. In addition, OPC is subject to exchange rate fluctuations in its operations in Israel, and a portion of its PPAs
and its supply arrangements are determined by reference to the NIS to USD exchange rate. OPC is also indirectly influenced by changes
in the U.S. Dollar to NIS exchange rate, including as a result of the following factors: (i) OPC’s investment in CPV which operates
in the United States, (ii) the previous and expected investments in CPV’s new and existing projects and (iii) the IEC electricity
tariff being partially linked to increases in fuel prices (mainly coal and gas) that are denominated in U.S. Dollars.
Furthermore, our businesses may pay distributions or make payments to us in currencies
other than the U.S. Dollar, which we must convert to U.S. Dollars prior to making any dividends or other distributions to our shareholders
that we may make in the future. For example, OPC pays dividends in NIS. Foreign exchange controls in countries in which our businesses
operate may further limit our ability to repatriate funds from unconsolidated affiliates or otherwise convert local currencies into U.S.
Dollars.
Consequently, as with any international business, our liquidity, earnings, expenses,
asset book values, and/or equity may be materially affected by short-term or long-term exchange rate movements or controls. Such movements
may give rise to one or more of the following risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition,
results of operations or liquidity:
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Transaction Risk
—exists where sales or purchases are denominated in overseas currencies
and the exchange rate changes after our entry into a purchase or sale commitment but prior to the completion of the underlying transaction
itself;
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Translation Risk
—exists where the currency in which the results of a business are reported
differs from the underlying currency in which the business’ operations are transacted;
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Economic Risk
—exists where the manufacturing cost base of a business is denominated
in a currency different from the currency of the market into which the business’ products are sold; and
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Reinvestment Risk
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one country to fund the capital needs of operations in other countries becomes limited.
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If our businesses do not manage their interest rate risks effectively,
our cash flows and operating results may suffer.
Certain of OPC’s indebtedness bears interest at variable, floating rates. In particular,
some of this indebtedness is in the form of Consumer Price Index (the “CPI”)-linked, NIS-denominated bonds. We, or our businesses,
may incur further indebtedness in the future that also bears interest at a variable rate or at a rate that is linked to fluctuations in
a currency in the form of other than the U.S. Dollar. Any hedging of such exposure may not be effective in managing changes in interest
rates. Accordingly, increases in interest rates or changes in the CPI could have a material adverse effect on our or OPC’s, financial
condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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Risks Related to the Industries in which Our Businesses Operate
Conditions in the global economy, and in the industries in which
our businesses operate in particular, could have a material adverse effect on us.
The business and operating results of each of our businesses are affected by worldwide
economic conditions, particularly conditions in the energy generation and shipping industries in which our businesses operate. The operating
results and profitability of our businesses may be adversely affected by global economic conditions, credit market crises, levels of consumer
and business confidence, inflation, unemployment levels, levels of capital expenditures, fluctuating commodity prices (particularly prices
for electricity, natural gas, bunker, gasoline, and crude oil), bankruptcies, government deficit reduction and austerity measures, heightened
volatility, increased import and export tariffs and other forms of trade protectionism, geopolitical events such as the War or the Russian
invasion of Ukraine and other developments affecting the global economy. Volatility in global financial markets and in prices for oil
and other commodities and geopolitical events could result in a deterioration of global economic conditions which could impact our business
and could lead to deterioration of business, cash flow shortages, or difficulty in obtaining financing.
In addition, the business and operating results of each of our businesses have been
and may continue to be adversely affected by the effects of a widespread outbreak of contagious disease, such as the COVID-19 outbreak,
which has and could continue to adversely affect the economies and financial markets of many countries, which has had and could continue
to have an adverse effect on our businesses. Further outbreaks and spread and new variants of COVID-19 could cause additional quarantines,
reduction in business activity, labor shortages and other operational disruptions.
Furthermore, the War and the Russian invasion of Ukraine have led to and are
expected to continue to lead to disruption, instability and volatility in global markets and industries. Our business could be negatively
impacted by such conflict. The U.S. government and other governments in jurisdictions in which we operate have imposed severe sanctions
and export controls against Russia and Russian interests and threatened additional sanctions and controls. The impact of these measures,
as well as potential responses to them by Russia, is currently unknown and they could adversely affect our business.
We are exposed to interest rate risk because our businesses depend on debt financing
to finance operations and projects. Additionally, due to increases in inflation, certain governmental authorities responsible for administering
monetary policy have increased, applicable central bank interest rates. Current high interest rates and any further increase in interest
rates could make it difficult for us and our businesses to obtain future financing or service existing financings on favorable terms,
or at all, and thus reduce revenue and adversely affect our operating results. High interest rates could lower our or our businesses’
return on investments. Our interest expense increases to the extent interest rates rise in connection with our variable interest rate
borrowings and higher interest rates also impact new and refinancings of existing fixed rate borrowings. If in the future we have a need
for significant further borrowings, our cost of capital would reflect the current interest rates. Conversely, lower interest rates have
an adverse impact on our interest income.
Additionally, economic downturns may alter the priorities of governments to subsidize
and/or incentivize participation in any of the markets in which our businesses operate. Slower growth or deterioration in the global economy
could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our businesses’ operations expose us to risks associated with
conditions in those markets where they operate.
Through our businesses, we operate and service customers in geographic regions around
the world which exposes us to risks, including:
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economic volatility;
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unfavorable changes in laws or regulations;
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If any of our businesses are impacted by any of the aforementioned factors, such an
impact could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our businesses require qualified personnel to manage and operate
their various businesses.
Our businesses require a number of qualified and competent management to independently
direct the day-to-day business activities of each of our businesses, execute their respective business plans, and service their respective
customers, suppliers and other stakeholders, in each case across numerous geographic locations. Our businesses must be able to retain
employees and professionals with the skills necessary to understand the continuously developing needs of our customers and to maximize
the value of each of our businesses. Changes in demographics, training requirements and/or the unavailability of qualified personnel could
negatively impact the ability of each of our businesses to meet these demands. In addition, the War has resulted in a significant call
up of military reserves, which impacts personnel in Israel. If any of our businesses fail to hire and retain qualified personnel, or if
they experience excessive turnover, this could impact their operations, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial
condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Raw material shortages, supplier capacity constraints, production
disruptions, supplier quality and sourcing issues or price increases could increase our operating costs and adversely impact our businesses.
The reliance of certain of our businesses on certain third-party suppliers, contract
manufacturers and service providers, or commodity markets to secure raw materials (e.g., natural gas for OPC Israel and CPV Group, and
solar panels and wind turbines for CPV Group), parts, components and sub-systems used in their products or services exposes us to volatility
in the prices and availability of these materials, parts, components, systems and services. Some of these suppliers or their sub-suppliers
are limited or sole source suppliers. For more information on the risks relating to supplier concentration in relation to OPC, see “
Item
3.D Risk Factors—Risks Related to OPC’s Israel Operations—OPC depends on infrastructure, securing space on the grid
and infrastructure providers.
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A disruption in deliveries from these and other third-party suppliers, contract manufacturers
or service providers, capacity constraints, production disruptions, price increases, or decreased availability of raw materials or commodities,
including as a result of the War in Israel, catastrophic events or global inflation have had, and could have an adverse effect on the
ability of our businesses to meet their commitments to customers or could increase their operating costs. Our businesses could encounter
supply problems and may be unable to replace a supplier that is not able to meet their demand in either the short- or the long-term; these
risks are exacerbated in the case of raw materials or component parts that are sourced from a single-source supplier. For example, there
are only a limited number of suppliers of natural gas in Israel and the War increases risks relating to access to gas supply. Furthermore,
quality and sourcing issues experienced by third-party providers can also adversely affect the quality and effectiveness of our businesses’
products and/or services and result in liability and reputational harm that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial
condition, results of operations or liquidity. Furthermore, changes to tariff policy applicable to the importation of raw materials and
products to the United States may affect the costs of equipment required for the CPV Group projects.
Our businesses may be adversely affected by work stoppages, union
negotiations, labor disputes and other matters associated with our labor force.
As of December 31, 2024, OPC employed 124 employees in Israel and 167 employees in the
United States. Our businesses have experienced and could experience strikes, industrial unrest, work stoppages or labor disruptions. Any
disruptions in the operations of any of our businesses could materially and adversely affect our or the relevant businesses’ reputation
and could adversely affect operations. Additionally, a work stoppage or other disruption at any one of the suppliers of any of our businesses
could materially and adversely affect our operations if an alternative source of supply were not readily available. In addition, as a
result of the War, OPC may face personnel availability issues due to drafting as reservists, and their absence may disrupt OPC’s
businesses.
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A disruption in our and each of our business’ information
technology systems, including incidents related to cyber security, could adversely affect our business operations.
Our business operations, and the operations of our businesses, rely upon the accuracy,
availability and security of information technology systems for data processing, storage and reporting. As a result, we and our businesses
maintain information security policies and procedures for managing such information technology systems. However, such security measures
may be ineffective and our information technology systems, or those of our businesses, may be subject to cyber-attacks. A number of companies
around the world have been the subject of cyber security attacks in recent years, including in Israel where OPC operates. Other Israeli
businesses face cyber-attack campaigns, and it is believed the attackers may be from hostile countries. These attacks are increasing and
becoming more sophisticated, and may be perpetrated by computer hackers, cyber terrorists or other perpetrators of corporate espionage.
Cyber security attacks could include malicious software (malware), attempts to gain
unauthorized access to data, social media hacks and leaks, ransomware attacks and other electronic security breaches of our and our business’
information technology systems as well as the information technology systems of our customers and other service providers that could lead
to disruptions in critical systems, unauthorized release, misappropriation, corruption or loss of data or confidential information. In
addition, any system failure, accident or security breach could result in business disruption, unauthorized access to, or disclosure of,
customer or personnel information, corruption of our data or of our systems, reputational damage or litigation. We or our operating companies
may also be required to incur significant costs to protect against or repair the damage caused by these disruptions or security breaches
in the future, including, for example, rebuilding internal systems, implementing additional threat protection measures, providing modifications
to our services, defending against litigation, responding to regulatory inquiries or actions, paying damages, providing customers with
incentives to maintain the business relationship, or taking other remedial steps with respect to third parties. These cyber security threats
are constantly evolving. The increased reliance on remote access for employees in recent years has increased the likelihood of cyber security
attacks. We, therefore, remain potentially vulnerable to additional known or yet unknown threats, as in some instances, we, our businesses
and our customers may be unaware of an incident or its magnitude and effects. Should we or any of our operating businesses experience
a cyber-attack, this could have a material adverse effect on our, or any of our operating companies’, business, financial condition
or results of operations.
Risks Related to Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Matters
We, and each of our businesses, are subject to legal proceedings
and legal compliance risks.
We are subject to a variety of legal proceedings and legal compliance risks in every
part of the world in which our businesses operate. We, our businesses, and the industries in which we operate, are periodically reviewed
or investigated by regulators and other governmental authorities, which could lead to enforcement actions, fines and penalties or the
assertion of private litigation claims and damages. Changes in laws or regulations could require us, or any of our businesses, to change
manners of operation or to utilize resources to maintain compliance with such regulations, which could increase costs or otherwise disrupt
operations. Changes in trade policies and or changes in the political and regulatory environment in the markets in which we operate, such
as foreign exchange import and export controls, sanctions, tariffs and other trade barriers and price or exchange controls, could affect
our businesses in such markets, impact our profitability and or our ability to repatriate profits, and may expose us or any of our businesses
to penalties, sanctions and reputational damage. In addition, the uncertainty of the legal environment in some regions could limit our
ability to enforce our rights.
The global nature of our operations means that we are subject to legal and compliance
risks and additional legal proceedings and other contingencies, the outcome of which cannot be predicted with certainty, may arise from
time to time. We could be found to be operating in violation of any existing or future laws or regulations. A failure to comply with or
properly anticipate applicable laws or regulations could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results
of operations or liquidity.
We may be subject to further governmental regulation as a result
of our regulatory status, which could subject us to restrictions that could make it impractical for us to continue our business as contemplated
and could have a material adverse effect on our business.
The U.S. Investment Company Act of 1940, or the “Investment Company Act,”
regulates “investment companies,” which includes, in relevant part, issuers that are, or that hold themselves out as being,
primarily engaged in the business of investing, reinvesting and trading in securities or that are engaged, or propose to engage, in the
business of investing, reinvesting, owning, holding or trading in securities and own, or propose to acquire, investment securities (as
defined in the Investment Company Act) having a value exceeding 40% of the value of the issuer’s total assets (exclusive of U.S.
government securities and cash items) on an unconsolidated basis. Pursuant to a rule adopted under the Investment Company Act, notwithstanding
the 40% test described above, an issuer is excluded from the definition of investment company if no more than 45% of the value of the
issuer’s total assets (exclusive of U.S. government securities and cash items) consists of, and no more than 45% of the issuer’s
net income after taxes (for the last four fiscal quarters combined) is derived from, securities other than (i) U.S. government securities,
(ii) securities issued employees’ securities companies, (iii) securities issued by majority-owned subsidiaries of the issuer that
are not investment companies and not relying on certain exclusions from the definition of investment company and (iv) securities issued
by companies that are not investment companies and are controlled primarily by the issuer through which the issuer engages in a business
other than that of investing, reinvesting, owning, holding or trading in securities. We do not believe that we are subject to regulation
under the Investment Company Act. We are organized as a holding company that conducts its businesses primarily through majority owned
and primarily controlled subsidiaries. We intend to continue to conduct our operations so that we will not be deemed to be an investment
company under the Investment Company Act. However, maintaining such status may impose limits on our operations and on the assets that
we and our subsidiaries may acquire or dispose of. If, at any time, we meet the definition of investment company, including as a result
of a company in which we have an ownership interest ceasing to be majority owned or primarily controlled, including as a result of dispositions
or dilution of interests in majority owned and primarily controlled subsidiaries, we could, among other things, be required to substantially
change the manner in which we conduct our operations to avoid being required to register as an investment company, which could have an
adverse effect on us and the market price of our securities. If we were to be deemed an “inadvertent” investment company,
we may seek to rely on Rule 3a-2 under the Investment Company Act, which provides that an issuer will not be treated as an investment
company subject to the provisions of the Investment Company Act provided the issuer has the requisite intent to be engaged in a non-investment
business, evidenced by the issuer’s business activities and an appropriate resolution of the issuer’s board of directors,
during a one year cure period.
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The Investment Company Act contains substantive legal requirements that regulate the
manner in which an “investment company” is permitted to conduct its business activities. Among other things, the Investment
Company Act and the rules thereunder limit or prohibit transactions with affiliates, impose limitations on the issuance of debt and equity
securities, prohibit the issuance of stock options, and impose certain governance requirements. In any case, the U.S. Investment Company
Act of 1940 generally only allows U.S. entities to register. If we were required to register as an investment company but failed to do
so, we could be prohibited from engaging in our business in the United States or offering and selling securities in the United States
or to U.S. persons, unable to comply with our reporting obligations in the United States as a foreign private issuer, subject to the delisting
of the Kenon shares from the NYSE, and subject to criminal and civil actions that could be brought against us, any of which would have
a material adverse effect on the liquidity and value of the Kenon shares.
We could be adversely affected by violations of the U.S. Foreign
Corrupt Practices Act and similar anti-bribery laws outside of the United States.
The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, or the “FCPA”, and similar anti-bribery
laws in other jurisdictions generally prohibit companies and their intermediaries from making improper payments to government officials
or other persons for the purpose of obtaining or retaining business. Recent years have seen substantial anti-bribery law enforcement activity,
with aggressive investigations and enforcement proceedings by both the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC, enforcement activity by
non-U.S. regulators, and criminal and civil proceedings brought against companies and individuals. Our policies mandate compliance with
the FCPA and other applicable anti-bribery laws. We operate, through our businesses, in some parts of the world that are recognized as
having governmental and commercial corruption. Additionally, because many of OPC’s customers and end users are involved in construction
and energy production, they are often subject to increased scrutiny by regulators. Our internal control policies and procedures may not
protect us from reckless or criminal acts committed by our employees, the employees of any of our businesses, or third-party intermediaries.
In the event that we believe or have reason to believe that our employees or agents have or may have violated applicable anti-corruption
laws, including the FCPA, we would investigate or have outside counsel investigate the relevant facts and circumstances, which can be
expensive and require significant time and attention from senior management. Violations of these laws may result in criminal or civil
sanctions, inability to do business with existing or future business partners (either as a result of express prohibitions or to avoid
the appearance of impropriety), injunctions against future conduct, profit disgorgements, disqualifications from directly or indirectly
engaging in certain types of businesses, the loss of business permits, reputational harm or other restrictions which could disrupt our
business and have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. We face risks with
respect to compliance with the FCPA and similar anti-bribery laws through any new companies that we may acquire and the due diligence
we perform in connection with an acquisition may not be sufficient to enable us fully to assess an acquired company’s historic compliance
with applicable regulations. Furthermore, post-acquisition integration efforts may not be adequate to ensure our system of internal controls
and procedures are fully adopted and adhered to by acquired entities, resulting in increased risks of non-compliance with applicable anti-bribery
laws.
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We could be adversely affected by international sanctions and trade
restrictions.
We have geographically diverse businesses, which may expose our business and financial
affairs to political and economic risks, including operations in areas subject to international restrictions and sanctions. Legislation
and rules governing sanctions and trade restrictions are complex and constantly evolving. Moreover, changes in these laws and regulations
can be unpredictable and happen swiftly. Part of our global operations necessitate the importation and exportation of goods and technology
across international borders on a regular basis. From time to time, we, or our businesses, may receive information alleging improper activity
in connection with such imports or exports. Our policies mandate strict compliance with applicable sanctions laws and trade restrictions.
Nonetheless, our policies and procedures may not always protect us from actions that would violate U.S. and/or foreign laws. Such improper
actions could subject us to civil or criminal penalties, including material monetary fines, denial of import or export privileges, or
other adverse actions. The occurrence of any of the aforementioned factors could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial
condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to OPC’s Israel Operations
OPC’s profitability depends on the EA’s electricity
rates and tariff structure.
The price of electricity for OPC’s customers is directly affected by the electricity
generation component tariff, and such tariff is the basis of linking the price of natural gas pursuant to gas purchase agreements, and
therefore OPC is exposed to changes in the electricity generation component. A decrease in the electricity tariffs and changes in the
tariff structure or related components, such as structure of demand time clusters published by the EA, and specifically the tariff of
the generation component, may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s profits and operating results. A decrease in the generation
component tariff will result in a deterioration in OPC’s operating results. For example, changes in the electricity generation component
(including changes in the structure of the electricity generation component), which is published by the EA (which may be caused by various
factors, including changes in exchange rates, the cost of the IEC’s fuels, changes in the attribution of costs to the generation
component or system costs), impact OPC’s revenues from sales to private customers and cost of sales. This is because the price of
electricity provided in the agreements between OPC and its customers is directly affected by the generation component, and the generation
component serves as the basis for linking the natural gas price under the gas purchase agreements.
Furthermore, the gas price formula set in the gas agreements of OPC is linked to the
electricity generation component and is subject to the Minimum Price. Therefore, when the gas price is equal to or lower than the Minimum
Price, reductions in the generation component will not cause a reduction in the cost of natural gas consumed by Rotem and Hadera, but
rather will reduce the profit margins and will have an adverse effect on OPC’s profits. In addition, fundamental changes to the
generation component’s structure and the manner in which it is determined involve uncertainty, and may adversely affect OPC’s
revenues in Israel, whether due to rates being lower than the current rates or because of uncertainty regarding parameters used for determination
of the generation component. The EA has proposed several changes which may lead to increased uncertainly regarding regulation of the electricity
sector, including an invitation regarding changes in the generation component tariff structure.
OPC is subject to changes in the electricity market and technological
changes.
OPC is engaged in electricity generation and supply using a range of technologies, including
conventional technology (mainly natural gas), and renewable energy (in the United States), including as part of projects under development
(including projects with carbon capture potential in the United States) and construction. OPC is working to expand its renewable energy
activities in Israel and the United States, while potentially incorporating technologies involving carbon capture. A delay or failure
to adopt new production technologies, as well a failure to manage and lead internal organizational innovation or other processes or to
adjust the transactions to the developments in the supply chain, may lead to OPC missing out on business opportunities and impairing the
prospect of positioning OPC as a leader in the industry, or to a decrease in its market share. The increase in market share of renewable
energies in Israel’s generation mix, and the setting of emission reduction targets and standards by the Israeli government may lead
to decreased generation using conventional energy, including OPC’s generation facilities, as well as reduce the production operations
at the Rotem Power Plant (including in view of its location). In addition, a preference by OPC’s customers for renewable energies
may have an adverse effect on the demand for OPC’s products and its results.
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OPC is leveraged and may be unable to comply with its financial
covenants and undertakings under its financing agreements (including equity subscription agreements), or meet its debt service or other
obligations.
As of December 31, 2024, OPC had $1,267 million of consolidated indebtedness. The debt
instruments to which OPC and its operating companies are party to require compliance with certain covenants and limitations.
A breach of covenants could result, among other things, in acceleration of the debt
and cross-defaults across the debt instruments.
For example, the trust deeds for OPC’s debentures and the financing agreements
of OPC include undertakings to comply with certain financial covenants and various other undertakings to debentures holders and/or lenders.
Interest rates may also increase in certain circumstances, such as a downgrading of rating or failure to comply with financial covenants.
In addition, distributions (including the repayment of shareholders’ loans) may
be subject to compliance with certain financial covenants. Financing agreements impose certain restrictions in connection with a change
of control in OPC, expiry of licenses, termination or change of material agreements and other circumstances. Failure to comply with such
covenants or the occurrence of any of the specified events set out in the agreements may restrict distributions by OPC, increase finance
costs, result in acceleration of indebtedness, increase collateral or equity contributions, or trigger demand by the lenders for immediate
repayment or result in enforcement of collateral or guarantees provided by OPC, any of which may have an adverse effect on OPC, and could
trigger cross-default provisions in OPC’s financing agreements.
OPC may face restrictions on raising debt financing.
OPC may be limited as to the amount of credit it may receive in Israel due to regulatory
restrictions placed on financial institutions regarding the amount of loans that Israeli banks are permitted to grant to single borrowers
or groups of borrowers due to the group of companies to which OPC and its controlling shareholder belong (or entities related thereto).
Similar restrictions may also apply to non-banking entities with regard to investments or the provision of credit by them. Furthermore,
various investors have investment policies that include ESG targets that may limit the financing amounts available to OPC.
OPC may not achieve its environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”)
goals or meet and comply with emerging ESG expectations and regulations.
In recent years, there has been an increase in investors and other stakeholders’
awareness of the climate and environmental effects of various activities in various jurisdictions around the world, including Israel.
In addition, involvement of regulators in the area of ESG is increasing, and various regulations are imposed in the field of ESG in various
frameworks.
Under the trend, existing and potential investors and other stakeholders (including
customers) may take into account ESG considerations relating to environmental, social and corporate governance aspects as part of their
investment and business policies, including in relation to the provision of financing. Furthermore, existing or new regulatory provisions,
particularly environmental regulations, may result in significant costs to OPC. These trends may have an adverse effect on OPC’s
business and financial position, including loss of customers, restricting OPC’s ability to implement its growth plan or the hiring
of new employees, impairment of assets, an increase in the price of debt, erosion of OPC’s value, or an adverse effect on OPC’s
market position.
OPC’s operations are significantly influenced by regulations.
OPC is subject to significant government regulation. See “
Item
4.B Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—Regulatory, Environmental
and Compliance Matters
.” OPC is exposed to changes in these regulations as well as changes to regulations applicable to sectors
that are associated with the company’s activities. Various regulations and changes in regulation may have an adverse effect on OPC’s
activity and results or on its terms of engagement with third parties, such as its customers and suppliers, including natural gas suppliers.
Furthermore, regulatory processes might lead to delays in obtaining permits and licenses (for example, the pending proceedings relating
to CPV Valley’s Title V permit), the imposition of penalties, the filing of criminal indictments or the instigation of administrative
proceedings against OPC and its management, and damage to OPC’s reputation. In recent years, the industry in which OPC operates
has been subject to frequent regulatory changes, and OPC believes that further regulatory changes may be implemented in the coming years,
including due to the development of the independent electricity generation market in Israel according to the Israeli Government’s
goals and development of incentives and renewable energies in Israel and worldwide. Regulatory changes can also impact OPC’s results
of operations. For example, there were significant revisions to the tariff structure in Israel in 2023, which impacted OPC’s results.
Regulatory changes, changes in regulators’ policy or in their interpretation of the regulations may have various impacts on the
power plants owned by OPC or the power plants it intends to develop (as well as on the economic viability of the construction of new power
plants) or the economic viability of taking part in tenders in this area. The regulations that impact OPC may apply pursuant to competition
laws or in the context of promotion of competition. OPC’s markets, particularly Israel, are characterized by frequent regulatory
changes. Regulatory developments relating to OPC or its competitors, and changes in the regulatory schemes applicable to OPC or its competitors,
may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s results and its competitive position.
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Furthermore, OPC is subject to legislation and regulation whose objective is to protect
the environment and to reduce damages from environmental nuisances by, among other things, imposing restrictions on noise, emission of
pollutants, and treatment of hazardous substances. Failure by OPC to comply with new or revised legislation, inadequate interpretation
of the provisions of the law, failure to apply controls and monitor the implementation of and compliance with the provisions of applicable
law and regulations or the terms of licenses, failure to obtain permits or licenses or non-renewal of licenses or stricter licensing terms,
the imposition of stricter regulations to independent power producers or a failure to comply with such regulations may lead to OPC’s
incurring expenses or being required to make significant investments or may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s results. Furthermore,
adoption and implementation of ESG objectives or requirements set by various organizations, voluntarily or pursuant to new regulatory
provisions, may expose OPC to additional requirements or, in the event of failure to comply with the objectives or requirements, to restrictions
on making investments and obtaining credit, and impair its operations.
Additionally, OPC requires certain licenses to produce and sell electricity in Israel,
and may need further licenses in the future. For example, in February 2023, the EA proposed a resolution to, among other things, grant
a supply license to Rotem. Rotem was granted a supply license effective as of July 1, 2024 for the period of Rotem’s production
license. The license addresses the application of certain standards to Rotem, including those regarding deviations from consumptions plans
submitted by private electricity suppliers and the application and criteria of the complementary arrangements in light of the EA’s
stated intention to align the regulation that applies to Rotem with the regulation applicable to other manufacturers entering into bilateral
transaction, thereby allowing Rotem to operate in the energy market in a manner that is similar to that of other electricity generation
facilities that are allowed to conduct bilateral transactions.
OPC faces risks relating to gas supply agreements, the System Operator
and the IEC and PPAs.
OPC has agreed to purchase minimum quantities in its gas supply
agreements
In accordance with gas supply agreements, OPC Israel group companies are in some cases
required to consume minimum quantities of gas set forth in gas supply agreements (a “take or pay” undertaking), or to undertake
to purchase gas from the gas supplier. Failure to consume the minimum quantities of gas may be caused by, among other things, an operative
malfunction as a result of which it would be impossible to generate electricity, or a material decrease in generation needs, including
due to lower generation quantities prescribed by the System Operator. The acquisition of gas in quantities lower than what is required
under the contractual obligation may expose OPC group companies that are party to such gas supply agreements to additional payment obligations
to gas suppliers.
In addition, from the commercial operation date of the Karish Reservoir (which began
commercial operations in 2023), the total take or pay obligation to Energean and Tamar by Rotem and Hadera is expected to be higher than
the obligation prior to the operation of the Karish Reservoir, although a utilization or sale of the gas surpluses may, to a certain extent,
offset such obligations.
Unavailability of OPC’s power plants or deviation by OPC’s
power plants from the PPAs terms, regulatory schemes, the terms and conditions of the generation license, or relevant covenants.
Unavailability of OPC’s power plants as required in accordance with the terms
of the PPAs, relevant regulatory schemes (for example, with respect to the Zomet Power Plant), the terms and conditions of the generation
license, or relevant covenants may expose OPC Israel group companies to excess payments or breaches of their obligations, disputes with
the System Operator or detract from their ability to benefit from the arrangements applicable to them (as applicable).
Engagement in new PPAs and renewal of existing PPAs
A substantial part of the energy sold by OPC in Israel is sold to private customers
under PPAs for defined periods. When the PPAs signed by OPC expire, OPC will need to sign new PPAs with other customers or renew the existing
PPAs. There is no certainty that OPC will be successful in entering into new PPAs for adequate periods or renewing existing PPAs upon
their expiry, nor is there certainty that the new or renewed PPAs will have terms as favorable as those of the expired PPAs, due to, among
other things, changes in market conditions. If OPC fails to renew or enter into new PPAs with terms and conditions that are favorable
for OPC, its operating results may be adversely affected.
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OPC faces limitations under Israeli law in connection with the expansion
of its business.
Existing regulation, such as competition laws, regulations under the Israeli Law for
Promotion of Competition and Reduction of Concentration, enacted in 2013 (the “Market Concentration Law”) or regulations under
the Israeli Electricity Sector Law, 5756-1996 (the “Electricity Sector Law”) may lead to the imposition of certain restrictions,
including restrictions on maximum capacity or scope of sales to consumers, which may limit the expansion of OPC’s activity in Israel.
OPC believes that the capacity set in the generation licenses (in accordance with conditional
and permanent generation licenses) of entities, which are considered related parties of OPC, is deemed to be held by a single “person.”
OPC has estimated that the held capacity attributed to it is approximately 1,500 MW. Furthermore, in accordance with the relevant regulation,
holding a stake of 5% or more in OPC or its Israeli investees (including Veridis’ holdings in OPC Israel) may result in the capacity
set in the licenses of the holder of such a stake (or its shareholders) being attributed to OPC. Therefore, the capacity attributed to
OPC (plus the capacity attributed to entities that may be considered related parties for that purpose) may prevent OPC from making certain
acquisitions or executing certain projects, thereby limiting OPC’s ability to expand its activity in Israel. Furthermore, OPC is
included in the list of concentrated entities, and accordingly is subject to the restrictions applicable to concentrated entities and
significant non-financial corporations.
OPC faces risks in connection with entry (or attempts to enter)
into new markets, to complete acquisitions, or to integrate acquired operations.
Expanding OPC’s activity into other markets and geographic regions involves risk
factors, which are specific to those markets, including local regulations and the economic and political situation in those markets. Furthermore,
operating in other markets depends on various factors, including knowledge of the market, identifying transactions that will suit OPC,
conducting due diligence, recruiting suitable employees and securing any required financing. A failure to satisfy one or more of the foregoing
factors may adversely affect the success of projects in such markets and OPC’s operations and results.
Furthermore, the integration of significant new operations into the existing operations
requires the integration of various processes, including control and information flow processes, the integration of management processes,
integration of financial reporting, the integration of the new operations and human resources, as well as OPC’s understanding of
the market in which the acquired activity operates and the integration of its business strategy and development plans.
Failure of one or more of the foregoing factors may adversely affect the realization
of the potential of the acquisition.
Some of OPC’s projects are not, and future projects may not
be, wholly owned by OPC.
OPC does not own and will not own all of OPC’s existing projects or holdings (including
OPC Israel, OPC Power and most of the projects of CPV Group) and future projects. A less than 100% stake in projects or holdings might
restrict OPC’s flexibility when conducting its activities, including entering into agreements with other holders of rights in such
projects. This can also restrict OPC’s ability to take actions that would be available as a 100%-owner of a project.
Changes in the foreign exchange rates (especially with respect to
the USD), the CPI in Israel, and interest rates could adversely affect OPC.
Foreign exchange rates (especially with respect to the USD)
As part of its activity in Israel, OPC is exposed to changes in the exchange rates,
mainly to the U.S. Dollar exchange rate, both directly and indirectly, due to: a substantial portion of its revenues being linked with
the generation tariff (which is partly affected by changes in the U.S. Dollar exchange rate); and the natural gas purchases, some of which
are U.S. Dollar linked and/or denominated in U.S. Dollar, and are linked to the generation tariff and include floor prices in U.S. Dollar.
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Therefore, an appreciation of the U.S. Dollar increases the cost of natural gas purchased
by OPC, although the structure of OPC’s revenues mitigates this impact to some extent. However, since the generation component is
generally updated once a year in accordance with the methodology prescribed by the EA, there may be timing gap and other issues between
the appreciation effect of the U.S. Dollar on OPC’s gas cost and its effect on OPC’s gross margin. Such timing difference
may adversely affect OPC’s profitability and cash flows in the short term. In the long term, an appreciation of the U.S. Dollar
will lead to a higher generation tariff, and accordingly to higher revenues for OPC, but also to a corresponding increase in gas costs,
such that OPC’s profitability may be adversely affected. Furthermore, from time to time, OPC also enters into significant construction
and maintenance contracts in various currencies, specifically the U.S. Dollar and the Euro. From time to time, and in accordance with
its business considerations and risk management policy, OPC uses currency forwards. However, there is no certainty as to the mitigation
of the exposure to exchange rates under such currency forwards, and OPC may incur costs associated with such forwards.
With respect to OPC’s investment in CPV Group, which operates in the United States,
and whose functional currency is the U.S. Dollar, generally, a decrease in the exchange rate adversely effects the value of OPC’s
U.S. Dollar-denominated investment and OPC’s net income and equity which are translated to OPC’s functional currency (NIS).
If there is a need to raise NIS-denominated sources in Israel to fund the investments in CPV Group’s backlog of projects under development,
an increase in the exchange rate of U.S. Dollar may trigger higher funding requirements to finance the investments.
CPI
OPC is exposed to changes in the CPI, directly and indirectly, due to the linkage of
a substantial portion of its revenues to the generation tariff (which is partly affected by changes in the CPI) and to the CPI. Natural
gas purchase prices are also linked to the generation tariff and include a US Dollar floor price. Furthermore, some of OPC’s capital
costs and investments are linked to the CPI, directly or indirectly. Therefore, despite the fact that an increase in the CPI increases
OPC’s costs and investments, the structure of revenues includes certain natural protections that mitigate this exposure, such that
OPC’s profitability can be positively affected. OPC is further exposed to changes in the CPI through OPC’s debentures (Series
B) and some of the Hadera project financing agreements (which are not subject to hedging arrangements). Generally, an increase in the
CPI increases OPC’s liabilities and costs.
Interest rates (NIS and USD)
OPC is also exposed to changes in interest rates as OPC has interest bearing loans and
obligations bearing variable interest mainly based on SOFR interest plus a margin. An increase in variable interest rates may lead to
an increase in OPC’s finance costs, in connection with both existing debt and debt that may be incurred in the future. Furthermore,
an increase in interest rates affects projects’ discount rates (whether those projects are active, under construction or under development),
and may make further development/acquisition of projects no longer economically viable, thereby slowing OPC’s growth and potentially
resulting in impairment of assets and/or recording of impairment losses.
OPC faces risks relating to liquidity and potential difficulty
in securing the funding resources required to achieve the future strategic plans of the OPC group, including risks relating to high leverage
levels.
As a group that is engaged in, among other things, the initiation, development and acquisition
of power generation projects, OPC may need to raise large amounts of financing in the next few years in connection with execution of its
strategic plans. The financing agreements of the OPC group, including OPC’s debentures, restrict the amount of debt OPC group is
permitted to incur and provision of collateral to secure such debt. In addition, raising capital involves risks relating to high leverage
levels and financing costs. High leverage exposes OPC group companies to inherent risks involved with leverage and could have an adverse
impact on their credit rating, ability to raise debt financing and the amount that can be raised thereof, operating results and businesses
and on their ability to repay their obligations, comply with the terms and conditions of the financing agreements or distribute dividends.
High leverage may also require OPC to provide additional collateral or guarantees of obligations of its subsidiaries or associated companies.
In order to execute its plans, OPC may also be required to raise capital from investors (in addition to or instead of raising debt financing),
both at the OPC level and/or at the level of its subsidiaries or associated companies. Raising capital could result in OPC shareholder
dilution or the sale of OPC shares at a discount, as well as additional costs. There is no assurance that OPC will be able to raise the
amounts required or as to how any financing will be undertaken, and the ability to raise capital will depend on market conditions, the
provisions of OPC group’s financing agreements and the debt structure of the OPC group, investors’ willingness to take part
in capital raising (including OPC’s shareholders) and OPC’s operating results. Difficulties in securing the required financing
and/or failure to maintain an optimal debt structure may have an adverse effect on OPC’s ability to execute its future strategic
plans, its financial strength, its compliance with the terms of its financing agreements and its operating results. The realization of
any of the risks described above may lead to high financing and liquidity needs and increase financing costs and liquidity challenges
of the OPC group and its exposure to credit risks.
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OPC faces risks in connection with project financing agreements.
Project financing agreements of OPC (such as those of CPV, Hadera, Zomet, and the Gat
Power Plant) include various undertakings, including as to compliance with the terms of licenses and permits, performance and other conditions
(including conditions for drawing under the facilities), and failure to comply with such undertakings may limit the volume of financing
or distributions, and even give rise to a demand to repay the financing. In addition, such agreements include conditions which, if met,
will require the projects to transfer the cash flows to lenders, and provisions under which the lenders’ consent is required to
take certain actions relating to commercial plans, the project’s activity and its ownership and undertakings to publish various
reports. Failure to comply with the conditions and restrictions, or failure to obtain the lenders’ consent may, among other things,
have an adverse effect on the financing extended (and even establish grounds for the lenders to demand the repayment of the financing,
increase the equity required for the project, lead to a demand to provide shareholders’ financial support and consequently increase
costs, delay or prevent the completion of the project (if it is a project under construction), adversely affect the project’s commercial
operation, delay or prevent the execution of certain measures and have a material adverse effect on OPC.
OPC is dependent on dividends from subsidiaries and associated companies.
As a holding company, OPC itself does not hold any independent power generation operation
other than its investments in companies it owns. Therefore, OPC is dependent on cash flows from the subsidiaries and associated companies
it owns (in the form of dividends or repayment of shareholder loans) in order to meet its various liabilities. OPC’s ability to
receive such cash flows may be limited due to various factors, including operating results of its subsidiaries and associated companies
and restrictions placed on distributions under agreements with the financing entities of OPC companies, including payment requirements
under such agreements. A decrease in cash flows from Rotem, Hadera, Zomet, Gat, CPV and other future projects, or restrictions on OPC’s
ability to receive those cash flows may have an adverse effect on OPC’s operating results and its ability to meet its obligations.
OPC is subject to instability in global markets and the global geopolitical
environment.
Instability in global markets, including political or other instability due to various
factors, as well as instability in the banking system in the financial markets, economic instability, including concerns about a recession
or a slowdown and uncertainty in the geopolitical environment, may affect, among other things, OPC’s supply chain the availability
of financing, credit and liquidity, prices of OPC’s raw materials, the availability of gas and electricity tariffs, the cost and
availability of personnel in the power plants, the availability of supplier and financial stability of OPC’s suppliers, project
construction schedules (as a result, among other things, of delays in the supply chain and the availability of foreign experts and contractors),
and the financial strength of OPC’s customers and creditors. Such instability may also cause disruption in the development, construction
and maintenance of generation facilities and power plants as well as the activities of OPC as a whole. Furthermore, instability in global
markets as well as instability in supply chains may have an adverse effect on OPC’s projects under development or construction in
Israel and the U.S., as well as OPC’s ability to secure the financing required for the projects, and an ongoing construction work
involving projects under construction or development.
The global geopolitical environment, against the backdrop of the War in Israel, the
Russian invasion of Ukraine, tensions between the United States and China, and increasing risks in maritime trade routes, has been unstable.
This continued instability and its impact on global economic relations, trade routes, and other impacts has extensive macroeconomic effects,
which has a range of impacts, including volatility in energy prices, economic uncertainty, delays and challenges in the supply chain,
an increase in commodity prices, and their availability. There is no certainty as to the scope and duration of those trends and their
long-term consequences.
The political and security situation in Israel may affect OPC.
A deterioration in the political and security situation in Israel may adversely affect
OPC’s activities and harm its assets in a number of ways, which may have an adverse effect on OPC’s results and operations.
For example, security and political events, such as a war or acts of terrorism, may cause damage to the facilities used by OPC, including
damage to the power stations owned by OPC, OPC’s projects under construction, IT systems, facilities for transmission of natural
gas to the power stations and the electricity grid. In addition, such acts may cause damage to OPC’s material suppliers, including
natural gas suppliers, thereby affecting continuous high-quality supply electricity.
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Furthermore, a deterioration in the political and security situation or political instability
in Israel may have an adverse effect on Israel’s economic situation, specifically Israel’s credit rating and financial system
(banks and institutional entities) and accordingly on OPC’s ability to execute new projects, raise funding for its operations and
plans, and develop new projects. In addition, such deterioration may have an adverse effect on the consumption patterns and the nature
and scope of OPC’s customers in Israel and/or their financial position, which may adversely affect OPC’s results. A deterioration
in OPC’s results may affect its ability to meet covenants in its financing agreements and bond debentures, specifically with respect
to financial covenants, liquidity, the ability to repay and obligations and to refinance such agreements (including renewal of the short-term
credit facilities). Furthermore, negative developments in the political and security situation in Israel may trigger boycotts by various
parties and may lead to claims by parties with whom OPC has contracted, for example, that contracts have terminated due to the occurrence
of force majeure events as well as limited availability of various experts. In addition, personnel availability issues may arise as some
of OPC’s employees may be drafted as reservists and their absence may affect OPC’s operations. Furthermore, issues may arise
in view of security concerns in connection with the performance of maintenance works, construction work, and there may be an adverse effect
on the supply chain and the availability of components in light of the tensions and the ongoing risks in trade routes, and impact of airline
activity from time to time. These effects may have an adverse effect on the arrival of equipment and foreign personnel in Israel which
are required to carry out maintenance and construction work in the OPC group’s sites in Israel and the time frames for their arrival.
Certain damages in connection with acts of terrorism and war may be recovered under
the Property Tax and Compensation Fund Law 1961 and OPC has certain insurance policies with liability limits with insurers, however there
is no certainty that in such cases, OPC will be compensated for some or all of the damages it may have suffered.
In view of the increasing risks and the security risks that have materialized, the insurance
terms and conditions which as a result have become more costly and for the most part stipulate lower coverage limits than before, may
continue to change to become not as favorable as existing ones and make it difficult or limit the ability to renew insurance policies.
Furthermore, changes in the political conditions in the United States or security or global geopolitical events may also affect OPC’s
activities, including due to changes in natural gas and energy prices or government policies in the field of energy.
In addition, changes in the political conditions in the United States or security or
global geopolitical events may affect OPC’s operations in the United States, including natural gas and energy prices, and government
policy in the field of energy.
OPC may be affected by critical equipment failure.
Disruptions, defects and technical malfunctions in critical equipment of OPC’s
generation facilities, and any inability to maintain inventory levels and quality as well as a sufficient level of spare parts, may damage
OPC’s ongoing operations and its ability to maintain power generation continuity causing, among other things, delays in the generation
of electricity, difficulties in fulfilling contractual obligations, loss of income and higher expenses, which may adversely affect OPC’s
profits, if not covered under its insurance policies by contractors or equipment suppliers. Although OPC has long-term service agreements
with the manufacturers of the critical equipment and carries out preventative and scheduled maintenance works, there is no certainty as
to OPC’s ability to prevent damages and shutdowns as a result of any such disruptions and malfunctions, which may cause disruption
to the power plants’ activity and harm to OPC’s results, loss of income or capacity payments as well as material costs arising
from the maintenance work (which may not be fully covered by these factors).
OPC’s activities and operations may be affected by natural
disasters, climate change, and fire.
Natural disasters, such as flood, extreme climate conditions, earthquakes, or fire,
may damage OPC’s facilities in Israel and the United States and impair its operations including the reliable supply of electricity
to customers, which could adversely impact OPC’s results and activities (severe cold or heat waves in Israel or the United States).
In addition, in light of the nature of OPC’s activities, including its use of flammables, operations involving high temperatures
and pressures and storage of fuels, OPC’s facilities are exposed to fires and explosion risks, and as a result, to environmental
risks as well. If OPC’s facilities are damaged due to natural disasters or fire, renovation of affected facilities may require significant
investments of resources and may take significant amounts of time to complete, which may cause full or partial shutdown of the damaged
electricity generation facilities causing loss of income. OPC purchases insurance policies required to cover risks associated with its
operations, as required in its licenses and under the financing agreements to which it is a party, however there is no certainty that
in such cases OPC will be compensated for some or all the damages it may suffer.
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Global climate change requires OPC’s facilities to confront the ramifications
of climate change and the potential for extreme climate events. The increasingly intense and frequent extreme climate events may disrupt
the supply chain and impose higher operating costs on OPC. For example, Hadera, which is located next to a stream, is at risk of flooding.
To address this risk, the site was built at an altitude above the stream to mitigate the risk of flooding. Rotem, located in the Negev
desert, is exposed to the risk of extreme heat events. In order to deal with such events and with strong winds, the plant installed a
monitoring system and industrial fans, which cool the hot air and condense the steam into water. To confront climate change, regulatory
interventions are increasing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage the use of renewable energies. Although OPC takes measures
to keep up to date with applicable regulatory measures and adjusts its activities accordingly, these factors could adversely impact OPC’s
results and activities.
The War may affect OPC operations in Israel.
There is a significant uncertainty as to the development of the War and its impact on
OPC and its operations, and there is also significant uncertainty as to the impact of the War on macroeconomic and financial factors in
Israel, including the situation in the Israeli capital markets and the credit rating of the State of Israel.
OPC’s business activities may be affected by the War in the following ways:
Uninterrupted activity of the power plants
—OPC
power plants in Israel continue to generate electricity pursuant to the provisions of their electricity generation licenses. OPC makes
the necessary adjustments on an ongoing basis to ensure uninterrupted activities. OPC’s sites (as with most private business activities
in Israel) could be exposed to physical damage as a result of the War. OPC companies in Israel (including Rotem, Hadera, Gat and Zomet)
have obtained insurance policies that provide certain coverage in connection with direct physical harm and consequential damages (lost
profits directly or in respect of War damages to other significant parties, such as suppliers, subject to certain conditions) deriving
from terrorist and war activities. OPC is subject to risks that insurance cover may not compensate all or even some of any damages suffered.
Furthermore, OPC’s operations in Israel are subject to the directives of the Ministry
of Energy’s Department of Emergency, Security, Information, and Cyber regarding cyber defence matters in power plants. OPC employs
a multi-faceted approach with respect to protection of its generation facilities against cyber-attacks, particularly protections against
outside intrusions, protections against internal attackers that have access to the control networks of the power plants (e.g., suppliers
and technicians) and the creation of real time capabilities for monitoring and identifying cyber events. Since the outbreak of the War,
OPC is making the required adjustments on an ongoing basis in order to minimize the exposure to cyber risks.
Uninterrupted supply of natural gas to the power plants
—OPC’s
power plants’ main suppliers of natural gas are Tamar and with Energean. In 2024, the Tamar reservoir operated regularly with exception
of several planned maintenance sessions. There has been no change in the activities of the Karish reservoir, which belongs to Energean,
as a result of the War. In addition, the Leviathan reservoir (an offshore gas field in the Mediterranean sea, approximately 130 km off
the shores of Haifa, Israel, with estimated reserves of recoverable gas of 22.9 tcf (the “Leviathan reservoir”)) is continuing
its supply of gas to the Israeli economy. The continuation of the activities of the Karish reservoir and the Leviathan reservoir have
been significantly impacted by the scope of the War and a worsening of the defense (security) situation in Israel, particularly in the
north. During the suspension period of the Tamar reservoir in 2023, OPC acquired natural gas mainly from Energean as well as under short
term agreements and casual transactions in the secondary market. Since then, there was no significant change in OPC’s natural gas
costs compared with the situation existing prior to the start of the War. A shortage or interruption in the supply of natural gas from
the Karish reservoir (without utilization of compensatory agreements under Standard 125, as detailed below) could have a significant negative
impact on OPC’s natural gas costs.
Rotem, Hadera and Zomet power plants are “dual fuels” generators of electricity
(i.e., they have the capability of operating using both natural gas and diesel oil, subject to adjustments). During this period, the plants
had a sufficient amount of diesel oil in conformance with the terms of the license of each plant. Hadera and Zomet power plants are subject
to Standard 125, which covers a case of a shortage of natural gas in the economy. Pursuant to OPC’s position and based on past experience,
Standard 125 also applies to Rotem power plant, and OPC has expressed its position to the EA regarding this matter.
Electricity Demand
— there has been
no material impact of the War on the level of demand for electricity by OPC’s customers in Israel. However, OPC’s customers
(including significant customers) have facilities in Israel that could be exposed to physical damage or to economic and other consequences
of the War, and their continued regular operation (and, in turn, OPC’s revenues therefrom) could also be negatively impacted by
the War.
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Financial strength and liquidity
—A significant
adverse impact on the ability to generate cash from OPC’s operating activities in Israel due to, among other things, occurrence
of one of the risks above, could have an adverse effect on OPC’s financial strength and on its ability to comply with the provisions
of financing agreements , including the debentures, as well as on the ability to utilize credit facilities. A negative impact on the credit
rating in Israel and, accordingly, a possible negative impact on the credit rating of the banks in Israel, could impact compliance with
the minimum rating commitments. Subject to certain conditions, OPC may consider raising debt and/or equity in order to reduce the possible
impact. For example, in January 2024, OPC issued debentures (Series D) in the amount of about NIS 200 million.
At this stage, it is not possible to assess the effect that the War may have on OPC’s
operations in Israel.
OPC’s operations and financial condition may be adversely
affected by the outbreak of pandemics.
Pandemics (such as COVID-19) may cause governments to impose restrictions on trade and
movement and restrictions on business activity, whose effects might be felt across the globe. The outbreak of COVID-19 or another pandemic
and infections at OPC’s power plants and other sites, could have a material impact on OPC’s main suppliers (such as suppliers
of natural gas, construction and maintenance contractors) or OPC’s main customers, may adversely affect OPC’s activities and
performance, as well as its ability to complete projects under construction on time or at all and/or on its ability to execute future
projects. A pandemic (such as COVID-19) might lead to disruptions in the global supply chain of various commodities and raw materials
due to overload, as well as delays in the supply of equipment and a rise in the budgets of projects under construction and in development.
OPC requires a skilled workforce.
OPC needs a professionally-trained and skilled workforce in order to manage OPC’s
operating activities, execute the projects it owns and provide services to customers, suppliers and other parties. The services provided
by OPC require special training. During the power plants’ construction stage, most of the employees, experts and advisors employed
by OPC (whether as employees or as external service providers) are experts in their respective fields and are recruited by OPC from different
countries. As a result, OPC faces risks of potential difficulties in finding experts that possess specific knowhow and qualifications,
shortage of manpower, high employment costs and failures in HR management (including employee and manager retention and development and
knowledge retention), all of which could lead to a loss of essential knowledge, failure to meet OPC’s objectives, failure by OPC
to adapt its workers’ placement needs and provide infrastructure that is in line with OPC’s growth rate. Furthermore, travel
restrictions implemented as a result of a pandemic or natural disaster or any other event of deterioration or escalation in the political
and/or security situation, including the War, may lead to a shortage of expert employees, which may lead to delays in the construction
of the power plants and have an adverse effect on OPC’s activity and results of operations. In case of a shortage of professionally
trained employees, OPC will be required to find alternative employees, make changes to the required training or find other solutions by
using external service providers. However, there is no certainty that the alternatives will fully meet OPC’s needs.
Similarly, the success of CPV depends on its ability to recruit and retain talented
and skilled employees, both in technical/operative positions and in headquarter/management positions. CPV depends, to a certain extent,
on key employees for the development, implementation and execution of its business strategy. Difficulties in recruitment and retention
of talented and skilled employees, difficulties in effective transfer of the expertise and knowhow of employees to new team members as
employees retire, or unexpected resignation/retirement of key employees may have an adverse effect on the performance of CPV.
OPC’s management decisions may be restricted by collective
agreements.
Most of Rotem’s and Hadera’s workers are employed under collective agreements.
The collective agreements may restrict OPC’s management’s ability to conduct operations in a flexible manner, and may lead
to additional costs to OPC. Furthermore, difficulty with renewal of the collective agreements or any related labor disputes may have an
adverse effect on OPC’s activity in Israel and its operating results. For further information on these collective agreements, see
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An interruption or failure of OPC’s information technology,
communication and processing systems or external attacks and invasions of these systems, including incidents relating to cyber security,
could have an adverse effect on OPC.
OPC uses information technology systems, telecommunications and data processing systems
to operate its businesses.
OPC faces the risk of cyber-attacks or damage to OPC’s IT and data systems. Such
physical, technical, or logical damage to the administrative and/or operational systems, for any reason whatsoever, might expose OPC to
harm to and disruptions in its electricity production and supply, in OPC’s IT systems, or in OPC’s reputation and may also
result in data theft or leaks (including leaks of private information). In addition, a lack of compatibility between IT systems, management
and business departments and the existence of technological gaps, increase cyber risks. The fact that OPC is an Israeli company puts it
at a higher risk of cyber-attacks. In the event that a major cyber-attack against OPC occurs and is not protected by its defense systems,
this may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s operations and reputation. In addition, OPC may incur costs to protect itself against
damage to its IT systems and to recover from any such damage, including, for example, a system recovery, protection against any legal
actions or compensation to affected third parties.
OPC is exposed to litigation and administrative proceedings.
OPC is involved in various litigation proceedings, and may be subject to future litigation
proceedings, which could have adverse consequences on its business. See note 18 to our financial statements included in this annual report.
Legal disputes, litigation and/or regulatory proceedings are inherently unpredictable
(including proceedings involving regulatory entities such as Israel Independent System Operator Ltd., a system management company such
as Noga, the IEC, the Israeli Tax Authority, or the ILA), and outcomes may be materially different from the parties’ expectations.
In addition, from time to time disputes arise or may arise with the System Operator with regards to issues stemming from Rotem’s
PPA with the IEC, the EA’s resolution and related arrangements, and their applicability and implementation. In such cases, unresolved
disputes may have an adverse effect on Rotem’s operation and its results and/or lead to the instigation of legal action. Adverse
outcomes in lawsuits and investigations could result in significant monetary damages, including indemnification payments, or injunctive
relief that could adversely affect OPC’s ability to conduct its business and may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s financial
condition and results of operations. In addition, such investigations, claims and lawsuits could involve significant expense and
diversion of OPC’s management’s attention and resources from other matters, each of which could also have a material adverse
effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. Furthermore, calculations of provisions for income tax
and indirect taxes of OPC as well as of the tax payment components in the cost of OPC’s assets are based on OPC’s estimates
and assessments regarding various tax positions which are not necessarily certain.
OPC’s insurance policies may not fully cover damage, and OPC
may not be able to obtain insurance against certain risks.
OPC and its subsidiaries maintain various insurance policies that cover damages customary
in the industry. However, not all risks and/or potential exposures are covered and/or may be covered by OPC’s various insurance
policies. Furthermore, insurance policies place coverage limits on certain risks, and include deductibles and/or exclusions, as a result
of which any insurance benefits that may be received by OPC may not cover the full extent of the potential damages and/or losses and/or
liabilities. The decision as to the type and scope of the insurance is made taking into account, among other things, the cost of the insurance,
its nature and scope, regulatory and contractual requirements (including by virtue of project financing agreements), and the ability to
obtain adequate coverage in the insurance market. OPC may not be able to renew or obtain insurance to cover certain risks, and there is
uncertainty as to OPC’s ability to renew policies that cover war and terror risks in Israel due to the War (and OPC may take out
new policies whose terms and conditions are inferior than those of its existing policies). Any damages that are not partially or fully
covered by OPC’s insurance policies may have an adverse effect on OPC, and there is no certainty that OPC or its subsidiaries and
investees will receive full compensation under its policies in the event of damage. In addition, a failure to renew insurance policies
may constitute a breach of OPC’s licenses and/or financing agreements.
OPC is subject to health and safety risks.
OPC’s operations involve various safety risks, including safety risks relating
to the construction and operation of, and the equipment required to operate, OPC’s power plants, and the use of chemical substances
by OPC’s power plants, some of which are toxic and/or flammable. Safety incidents may cause damage, injuries and even loss of life
among employees and subcontractors’ employees. OPC may be exposed to civil or criminal procedures in respect of bodily injury or
other damage, and consequently incurring reputational damage. The expansion of OPC’s activity to include the building and operating
additional power plants and generation facilities on consumers’ premises increases the probability that such risks will materialize.
OPC has adopted procedures covering safety incidents, which include reporting of safety incidents and the steps to be taken should such
incidents occur, including bodily injury. However, such procedures may not be sufficient to prevent damage from occurring as a result
of such incidents and such procedures cannot prevent safety incidents. OPC maintains third-party insurance and employers’ liability
insurance, however, such insurance coverage does not guarantee full coverage in respect of the damage caused by any incidents. In addition,
certain operations of OPC’s external contractors who participate in some of OPC’s projects are exposed to safety risks. Although
external contractors are liable for safety aspects of their operations, OPC may be indirectly exposed in the event of a safety failure
arising from their operations.
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Furthermore, OPC’s activities are subject to environmental, safety and business
licensing laws and regulations that change regularly. Legislative changes and stricter environmental standards may affect OPC’s
operations and facilities and its costs. Deficiencies in and/or non-compliance with environmental and safety laws and the terms of permits
and licenses granted to OPC thereunder may expose OPC and its management to criminal and administrative sanctions, including the imposition
of penalties and sanctions, the issuance of closure orders to facilities, and expenses relating to cleaning and remediation of environmental
damages, which might have an adverse effect on the operations and operating results of OPC.
OPC faces risks in the construction and development of its projects.
Projects under construction or development involve specific risks in addition to general
or industry-specific risks, including Zomet which has only recently begun operations. The construction of a power plant involves a range
of construction risks, such as risks associated with the development stages and advancement of the planning procedures, the construction
contractor and its financial strength, the supply of key equipment and the condition of such equipment, including increases in equipment
and material prices, transport costs and supply schedules, the condition of the facilities and their systems, the execution of the work
at the required quality and on time, the receipt of the services required for the construction of the power plant and its connection to
the grid, the applicable regulation and obtaining the permits required for the planning stage, for the execution of construction and for
operation of the power plant, including obtaining the necessary permits for planning procedures, the construction of the facility, environmental
permits, including emission permits and compliance with their terms and conditions.
Such construction and development risks may affect the construction costs and project
budget, the schedules for completion of construction and could result in delays. Such risks are relevant for projects in Israel and in
other geographic regions, including the regions in which CPV operates. The materialization of any such construction risks may, among other
things, adversely impact OPC’s operating results and operations due to an increase in construction expenses compared to the projected
budget, impair the contractor’s ability to complete the project or pay compensation to OPC in respect of an inability to complete
the project, or cause delays in the project, loss of profits due to the delays in the completion of the project and its commercial operation,
or result in compensation payable to customers, non-compliance with commitments to third parties in terms of schedule or cancellation
of the projects and loss of investments. In addition, the provisions regarding the compensation of OPC by construction contractors for
under-performance of the power plants and for the delay is normally capped. Therefore, there is no certainty that OPC will be able to
receive any, or full compensation for direct and indirect damages it sustains.
Such construction risks and failure to comply with performance requirements and meet
deadlines may have adverse effect on OPC’s businesses and operations, including its liabilities to creditors, authorities and customers
and may impact credit support OPC has provided in their favor.
Further, projects under development may be exposed to risks that involve, among other
things, objections by the public or other parties, non-suitability of the project’s planned site, infrastructure or technology,
delay in approval/ refusal to approve statutory plans, lack of the permits/consents required to promote the projects. The materialization
of any of these risks may result in the cancellation or delay in the execution of projects under development, and an increase in OPC’s
development expenses.
OPC faces competition in its operations.
The policy of governments where the OPC group operates is generally to open the electricity
market to competition, in particular in Israel. In recent years, the policy in Israel has been to increase the number of electricity
producers and intensify competition in the Israeli electricity generation and supply sector, which may have an adverse effect on OPC’s
competitive position. Regulations set by the EA and further regulation with the aim of opening the Israeli electricity supply market (or
changes to the currently applicable market regulation), affecting electricity producers and suppliers in Israel, further intensify competition
in the supply segment, and this trend is expected to increase in the next few years. Competition in the supply to customers in Israel,
which has substantially intensified, may have an adverse effect on the commercial arrangements between OPC and its customers. This trend
may increase further in the coming years. Furthermore, the activity of the CPV Group is also exposed to competition in the market in which
it operates.
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OPC is dependent on certain significant customers.
OPC has a number of material customers, characterized by high consumption rates of the
total generation capacity in Israel. OPC’s revenues from electricity generation in Israel are highly sensitive to the consumption
of material customers. Therefore, expiration of an agreement with a significant customer or where there is no or lower demand for electricity
by a significant customer or where a significant customer does not fulfil its obligations including a payment default by such customer
or disputes, or where OPC fails to fulfill its obligations to customers, may have a material effect on OPC’s revenues and its operating
results.
There is no certainty that OPC will be able to renew agreements with its significant
customers, and there is no certainty as to the terms of such agreements if they are renewed (due to, among others, increased the competition
in the market in which OPC operates). In addition, OPC is exposed to collection risks and/or consumption risks in connection with the
significant customers.
Furthermore, Hadera is dependent on Infinya’s consumption of steam. If such consumption
ceases, this could have a material effect on the ability to benefit from the arrangements set for electricity producers using cogeneration
technology.
A failure to anticipate the electricity consumption profile of OPC’s customers,
including its significant customers, and an increase of such consumption over the production capacity of OPC’s production facilities
and power plants and tariffs may adversely affect OPC’s power plants and tariffs and may impair OPC’s profitability. In addition,
OPC is exposed to the financial strength of the System Operator.
OPC may suffer from temporary or continued interruption to regular
supply of fuels (natural gas or diesel fuel) and changes in fuel prices.
OPC’s power generation activity depends on regular supply of fuels (natural gas
or diesel fuel). Fuel shortages and disruptions of the supply or transmission of natural gas, including an increase in prices as a result
of the foregoing, may disrupt the electricity generation activity and consequently adversely affect OPC’s operating results. A continued
interruption to the supply of natural gas would require OPC to generate electricity by using an alternative fuel to the extent possible
(in Israel, the main alternative fuel is diesel fuel). In addition, due to the EA’s interpretive approach to regulations of compensation
of operators in the event of shortages of natural gas in Israel, as applicable to Rotem as opposed to other operators, Rotem may not be
entitled to compensation in the event it is required to use alternative fuels.
Furthermore, in the event of purchases of natural gas in addition to purchases pursuant
to existing gas supply agreements of OPC group companies (for example, for new projects or in the event of maintenance work or suspension
of activity of the gas suppliers with whom the agreements are in place, including shutdown or damage due to a state of emergency), there
is no certainty regarding the price which OPC will be required to pay for the purchase of additional gas or alternative gas. The cost
of natural gas has a material effect on OPC’s margins.
With regard to CPV, natural gas purchases are based on market prices, and therefore
the results of CPV Group are affected by the market price of natural gas.
There is no certainty that OPC will be able to reduce the effects of disruptions of
supply of natural gas or price of natural gas on its operations, which depends on factors beyond OPC’s control.
OPC depends on key suppliers including construction contractors,
suppliers of equipment and maintenance services, suppliers of infrastructure services.
The power plants and generation facilities built or operated by OPC are fully reliant
on long-term construction and/or maintenance agreements with suppliers of essential equipment in connection with maintenance and servicing
of power plants and facilities, including the maintenance of generators and gas and steam turbines. In the event of failure by a supplier
to comply with performance targets, or if the key suppliers’ undertakings under the maintenance agreements are breached, their liability
in respect of compensation shall be limited in amount, as is generally accepted in agreements of this type. Any disruptions or technical
malfunctions in the continued operation, construction and maintenance of the power plants, or any equipment failure might lead to delays
in the construction of projects, disruption to electricity generation, shutdowns, loss of income and a decrease in OPC’s profits.
The foregoing risks also apply to projects under construction. Furthermore, projects under construction and in development depend on construction
contractors in all matters relating to the completion of the project, the project’s performance and OPC’s ability to fulfill
its undertakings as of the relevant commercial activation dates in accordance with agreements or the regulation applicable to the project.
A delay or failure by the construction contractor to meet its undertakings, or any other difficulties it faces in the construction of
the project, may have a material adverse effect on OPC. Furthermore, OPC is dependent upon infrastructure suppliers such as Israel National
Gas Lines Ltd. (“INGL”) and the IEC in Israel and on suppliers of electricity and gas infrastructure in the United States.
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OPC depends on infrastructure, securing space on the grid and infrastructure
providers.
The power plants owned by OPC use, and future projects and acquisitions will use, electricity
grid to sell electricity to their customers, and therefore are dependent on the IEC (which manages the transmission and distribution network)
and the System Operator in Israel and on the electrical grid and regulator in the relevant operating markets in the United States. Unavailability
or damage to grid infrastructure or disruptions in their operations or inadequate supply may damage OPC’s facilities and impair
its ability to transmit the electricity generated in the power plant to the electricity grid, which may have material adverse effect on
OPC’s businesses. Similarly, pressures on the transmission and distribution networks (including due to the introduction of renewable
energies), and delays in the development of infrastructure that will support generation and demand, may have an adverse effect on the
operation of OPC’s existing generation facilities, the timetables and the development phases of new projects. In Israel, the power
plants and projects under development are exposed to the system management and regulation of generation sources by the System Operator
and prioritization of other generation plants over those of OPC. In the United States, OPC’s development operations are dependent
on securing grid connection agreements and natural gas transmission agreements for its power plants and projects.
OPC’s operations are also dependent on the integrity and availability of the national
gas pipelines and distribution, and therefore are dependent on natural gas suppliers in Israel and on INGL, which oversees transmission
of gas. Failure in the gas transmission network or failure in the electrical grid may interrupt the supply of electricity from OPC’s
power plants, and there is no certainty that OPC will be compensated for some or all the damage it may sustain in the event of a failure
in those systems. The power plants and projects under development depend on the ability to secure the outflow of electricity from the
site and capacity in the grid, and the execution of projects (as well as projects’ costs and timetables) may be impacted by the
ability to secure a connection to the grid.
Furthermore, the power plants owned by OPC use water in their operation, such that a
continued water supply disruption may prevent the operation of its power plants. In this respect, OPC is dependent on Mekorot (the national
water company in Israel). The power plants and projects under development are exposed to the system management, regulation of generation
sources by the System Operator and prioritization of other generation facilities over those of OPC.
OPC is subject to regulations in connection with ties with hostile
entities and anti-corruption legislation.
As a business that has activities in Israel and the United States, OPC companies are
subject to Israeli and U.S. regulations regarding business ties with hostile entities or countries (such as Iran), and to anti-corruption,
bribery and money laundering regulations, whose breach might trigger the imposition of various sanctions in Israel, the United States
and in other countries. OPC implements measures to comply with such regulations. However, considering the extensive scope of OPC’s
activities (including the controlling shareholder group of which OPC is a member), OPC may be exposed to sanctions under regulations despite
taking precautionary measures.
OPC may face barriers to exit in connection with the disposal or
transfer of OPC’s businesses, development projects or other assets.
Exit barriers, including lack of adequate market conditions, high exit costs or objections
from various parties, may make it difficult for OPC to dispose of various assets or companies it owns. An important barrier OPC may face
is obtaining required approvals from third parties for the transfer of control or retention of certain holding in a corporation in electricity
generation. Financing and other agreements in place (including guarantees provided by OPC) may also restrict OPC’s ability to transfer
control. Such restrictions and other similar restrictions applicable to companies controlled by OPC and to agreements with partners and
the holdings structure of CPV’s power plants in the United States may prevent OPC from disposing of some of its assets, which may
have a material effect on OPC.
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OPC may be exposed to liabilities related to its guarantees.
Most of OPC’s activities are carried out by special-purpose project companies.
From time to time, OPC provides guarantees in favor of entities related to the project companies (in Israel and in the U.S.) or to the
generation facilities in consumers’ premises in order to, for example, obtain consent from financing entities, the system/market
operator in the U.S., key suppliers or government agencies. Any project’s failure to fulfill such undertakings secured by OPC’s
guarantees may expose OPC to a requirement to pay or potential enforcement of the guarantees. In addition, OPC is exposed to an overall
credit risk, which includes the ability to obtain facilities in sufficient amounts in order to be able to issue the above guarantees.
A possible credit downgrading of the financial institutions issuing the guarantees may result in non-compliance with the terms and conditions
of the guarantees demanded by the beneficiary.
Risks Related to OPC’s U.S. Operations
With the acquisition of CPV in January 2021, OPC is subject to risks relating to the
regulations applicable to CPV’s business in the United States. Many of the risks relating to OPC’s Israel operations also
apply to CPV. Additional risks relating to CPV are discussed below.
CPV’s operations are significantly influenced by energy market
risks and federal and local regulations, including changes in regulation and rules applicable to electricity producers operating
in the United States, compliance with license terms and conditions and with permit requirements, incentive policies and tax benefits for
renewable energy.
As a business operating in the area of electricity generation (gas-fired energy and
renewable energy) in the United States, CPV is subject to risks associated with U.S. federal and local regulations and legislation, mainly
relating to the U.S. electricity market and natural gas market, as well as to regulations affecting U.S. businesses in general (including
tariffs/levies). CPV’s activity is exposed to regulatory policies and to changes applicable to markets in which it operates. Such
regulations, including the applicable regulatory standards and enforcement policies, may be impacted, from time to time, by changes in
political and governmental policies at the federal, state and local levels. As a result, CPV’s projects may be adversely affected
by the enhanced licensing requirements, including public hearings, regulatory or government inquiries or administrative proceedings in
connection with the management of its businesses. For implications regarding CPV’s Valley Title V outstanding process, see “
Item
4.B Business Overview—Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters—United States—Permits/licenses required in connection
with operational projects.
” Regulatory restrictions applicable to CPV’s activity or holdings, or to the holdings in
the CPV Group, or any change in any of the above could adversely affect OPC’s activity or results.
In addition, CPV is subject to policies and decisions made by Regional Transmission
Organizations (“RTO”) or Independent System Operator (“ISO”) of the markets in which it operates or expects to
operate. Changes in such policies or decisions may affect operating projects (for example, capacity price tenders and/or imposition of
fines or penalties) and/or projects under development (for example, steps pertaining to interconnection and transmission agreements) could
have an adverse effect on CPV’s results and activity.
Furthermore, as a business operating in the area of renewable energy and potentially
looking to develop projects with carbon capture potential, CPV’s results and advancement of projects under development in this area
are impacted by governmental policies (federal and state) relating to encouragement and incentivizing of renewable energy and carbon capture,
as well as by the various permits required for such projects, including regulatory permits. In case such incentives are minimized or revoked,
such change will adversely affect the profitability of such projects. There is no certainty to the scope and manner of the effects
as a result of the changes in the administration and the policy change in the energy and commerce sector in the US.
CPV is subject to market risks, including energy price fluctuations
and any hedging may not be effective.
CPV’s activities are subject to market risks, including inflation and price fluctuations,
mainly related to prices of electricity, capacity, natural gas, emission allowances and Renewable Energy Certificates (the “RECs”).
In addition, the CPV Group is exposed to fluctuations in the price indices associated with the projects’ hedging agreements. The
projects may enter into commodity price hedging agreements to mitigate some of the exposure to price fluctuations and/or to ensure minimum
cash flows as an inherent part of the activities. However, hedging arrangements may not always be available (or may be on uneconomical
terms, involving high costs or strict requirements for collateral) and may not provide full protection, due to, among other things, hedging
less than the total amount of electricity being sold, the delivery point or prices in the hedge agreement being different than the delivery
points in the CPV Group’s project operations, and may create obligations whether or not the underlying facility is operating or
available. In addition, hedging agreements may not be renewed or may be renewed on different terms and conditions and/or the hedge counterparty
may not fulfill its financial obligations due to financial distress or other factors. Hedging may also offset the energy margins of the
CPV Group as a result of market conditions and hedging conditions.
In addition, the CPV Group is exposed to changes in the capacity payments which are
determined by auctions in the operating markets and to changes in the methodology of the capacity auctions, and there is no assurance
that the projects of the CPV Group will be cleared at the auctions as well as no assurance as to the results of the auctions or the capacity
payments, which may vary according to market terms.
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CPV’s facilities are subject to disruptions, including as
a result of natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and infrastructure failure.
Local, national or global disasters, terrorist attacks, catastrophic failure of infrastructure
on which the CPV Group’s facilities depend (such as gas pipeline system, RTO or ISO systems) and other extreme events, pose a threat
to the CPV Group’s facilities and to their operation. Disasters and terrorist attacks (including global disasters and attacks) may
affect third parties with which CPV collaborates in a manner that will also have an impact on its financial results. In addition, such
events may affect the ability of the CPV Group’s personnel to meet the operation and maintenance agreement it entered for the operation
and maintenance of the facilities or to perform additional tasks necessary for their operation. Disasters and terrorist attacks may also
disrupt capital markets and financial market activity and, consequently, the CPV Group’s ability to raise financing and transact
with financial institutions.
CPV requires funds for realization of growth plans
Realization of CPV’s growth plans depends on the ability to raise the required
capital for the development, construction or acquisition of projects. Difficulty in raising required capital, which may be material considering
the advanced projects by the CPV Group, may mean that the CPV Group will not be able to execute its plans and strategy, at all or with
a considerable delay than expected.
The main source for equity financing for CPV has been the investors in the CPV Group
(OPC is CPV’s main investor). Additional equity financing by OPC may involve Kenon participating in equity raises of OPC. Any equity
financing for the CPV Group may involve equity financing at the CPV Group level which would dilute OPC (to the extent OPC is not the investor),
which would indirectly dilute Kenon’s interest in CPV.
An inability to extend or renew certain agreements could have an
adverse impact on CPV’s business, financial condition and results of operation.
Most of the CPV Group’s significant agreements (including hedging agreements,
financing agreements, gas supply agreements, gas transmission agreements and asset management agreements) are for the short- to medium
terms, as is customary in the market in which it operates. Difficulties in renewing or extending agreements that are close to expiration
and/or entering into new undertakings on inferior commercial terms could adversely affect the results and activities of the CPV Group.
CPV’s operations and financial condition may be adversely
affected by the outbreak of pandemics such as the COVID-19.
COVID-19 or another pandemic, or the persistence or development of new strains of COVID-19,
has had in the past and may have in the future an adverse effect on the results of the CPV Group’s operations results, its financial
condition and cash flows, resulting from, among other factors, a slowdown in sectors of the economy, changes in the demand or supply of
goods, changes in legislation or regulatory policies dealing with the pandemic, a decrease in demand for electricity (especially from
commercial or industrial customers), adverse impacts on the health on CPV’s workforce and the workforce of its service providers,
and an inability of CPV’s contractors, suppliers, and other business partners to complete their contractual obligations.
Malfunction, accidents and technical failures may adversely affect
CPV.
CPV’s facilities are subject to malfunctions such as mechanical breakdowns, technical
disruption, operational failure, malfunctions in the electricity and natural gas transmission systems and interconnection infrastructure,
malfunctions in electricity connections, gas transmission connections, fuel supply issues, malfunctions in the equipment of the renewable
energy projects, accidents, safety events or disruptions of the facilities’ activity or of the infrastructure on which they operate.
Any such disruption (particularly a material one) could adversely affect the reliability and efficiency of the power plants, availability
of operating or construction projects, meeting schedules or compliance with obligations to third parties and market operators, could increase
operating and equipment acquisition costs, impose penalties costs due to lack of availability, and adversely affect CPV’s results
of operations.
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CPV faces risks relating to its technology systems, information
security and cyber security.
The CPV Group uses IT, communication and data processing systems extensively for its
operating activities. Physical, reputational or logical damage to such administrative and/or operational systems for any reason may expose
the CPV Group to delays and disruptions in its operations, including the supply of natural gas and delivery of electricity, damage to
property, IT systems, or theft of information. In addition, the CPV Group may need to incur significant costs to protect against IT vulnerabilities,
as well as in order to repair physical or reputational damage caused by such vulnerabilities as they occur, including, for example, establishing
internal defense systems, implementing additional safeguards against cyber threats, cyber-attack protection, payment of compensation or
taking other corrective measures against third parties. The CPV Group takes measures to protect information security. However, there is
no certainty as to its ability to prevent cyber-attacks or vulnerabilities on the Group’s IT systems.
CPV faces risks relating to its reliance on external suppliers
(including transmission networks)
CPV’s business relies on third parties, such as construction contractors for construction
projects, equipment suppliers, maintenance contractors, suppliers of natural gas and capacity of natural-gas transmission network, including
natural gas projects that are exposed to risks involving securing uninterrupted transmission of natural gas. Global events and macro events,
such as an increase in demand for raw materials, equipment and related services, which contribute to increases in costs of raw materials,
equipment and freight and supply delays, may adversely affect the operations and results of the CPV Group. Equipment prices and contractors’
contracts and supply schedules are affected by increases in demand for new generation and by tariffs (including those introduced by the
new U.S. administration) which may result in increased costs. In addition, the projects are dependent on significant suppliers, and a
termination of a suppliers’ engagement, change of its terms, or termination of operations of the supplier may materially affect
the projects and their results. A decline or performance failure in provision of the services or equipment by the suppliers (including
due to malfunctions) could adversely affect the activities of the CPV Group, including operational and development activities, and its
results. For information regarding changes in solar panels supply, see “
Item 4.B Business Overview—Our
Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—OPC’s Raw Materials and Suppliers—United
States—Services Agreements, Equipment Agreements and EPC Contracts.
” In addition, additional tariffs levied or that
may be levied on imports by the Trump administration in could lead to increased costs for the CPV Group’s solar panels or other
equipment.
CPV is subject to environmental risks associated with the construction
and operation of power plants, including renewable energy power plants (including wind and solar) and compliance with environmental regulations.
The environmental effects of CPV’s activities include, among others, emission
of pollutants, including greenhouse gases, into the air, the discharge of wastewater, the storage and use of petroleum products and hazardous
substances, production and disposal of hazardous waste, and, to the extent applicable, potential effects to threatened and endangered
or otherwise protected species, wetlands and waters of the United States and cultural resources. CPV is subject to environmental federal,
state and local laws and regulations that regulate the foregoing. Such regulations may be stricter in the future, for example, due to
ESG trends and promotion of policy aimed to deal with climate change and environmental dangers. Compliance with environmental protection
laws and regulations may cause significant costs arising from investments required for adjusting facilities and for operating activities
which will meet the applicable standards, including requirements to install controls over air pollution or a discharge of wastewater,
or requirements to mitigate the environmental effects of building electricity power projects.
CPV is also required to obtain permits and licenses for the development, construction
and operation of its facilities, permits that often include specific emission restrictions and pollution control requirements. CPV’s
operating permits need to be renewed periodically depending upon the permit requirements. A failure to obtain the required permits and
to comply with their terms and conditions on an ongoing basis may prevent the CPV Group from constructing and/or operating its projects.
A failure to meet the requirements of the environmental protection standards or regulations, or deviations therefrom and/or failure to
meet the terms and conditions of the permits issued may result with administrative or civil significant penalties, or, in extreme cases,
criminal liability, that may have a material adverse impact on CPV’s activity and results, and/or may prevent the development of
projects under development.
Certain environmental protection laws place strict liability, jointly and severally,
for the costs of cleaning up and restoring sites where hazardous substances have been dumped or discharged. CPV (and OPC) may be held
liable in connection with any environmental pollution in the site in which its power plants are located. Such liability may include the
costs of cleaning up any soil or groundwater pollution that may be present, regardless of whether pollution was caused by prior activities
or by third parties.
Environmental protection laws and regulations are often changed or amended and such
developments often result in the imposition of more stringent requirements. Amendments to wastewater discharge restrictions, air pollution
control regulations or stricter national air quality standard may require CPV Group to make further material investments in order to maintain
compliance with such standards.
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The expected expansion of regulation of greenhouse gases poses a particular risk to
the CPV Group’s gas-fired power plants, although it also encourages the growth of renewable energy projects and potentially both
its existing natural gas-fired generation due to its high efficiency and new natural gas-fired generation with carbon capture potential
or co-firing hydrogen.
Certain states, including states in which the CPV Group operates, have also passed laws
for dealing with global warming, and such laws might impact the operation of the CPV Group’s Energy Transition power plants. A significant
law in that context is the New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which requires the promulgation of regulations
aimed to achieve a 40% reduction in greenhouse gases emission in New York by 2030, zero greenhouse gases emission by 2050, and 100% carbon-free
electricity by 2040. Such regulations may require the CPV Group to limit emissions, purchase emission credit to offset carbon emissions,
or reduce or shutdown the activity.
The most significant environmental risks in connection with construction and operation
of renewable energy projects pertain to the potential impact on endangered species, migratory birds and golden eagles. Harming such species
may result in significant civil and criminal penalties. The risk of such a liability is mitigated if projects are located in suitable
places, an assessment of the potential effects was conducted, and the recommendations of federal and state agencies in charge of protecting
wildlife were implemented as part of the development of the project. However, there is no certainty that such actions will prevent liability
for such penalties.
CPV faces risks in connection with the construction and development
of its projects’ power plants.
As a business involved in the development, construction and management of power plants,
the activities of the CPV Group are subject to construction and development risks in all aspects relating to construction of power plants,
including obtaining the required financing, filing of the required permits and regulatory procedures, connection of the facility to transmission
and distribution grids, meeting timelines, dependency on teams and availability of suitable technical equipment, and for carbon capture
components in Low Carbon Projects with carbon capture potential, adequate storage or offtake for captured carbon, and having the required
technical feasibility and access to capital required for construction and development costs. Securing interconnection remains a material
risk for projects under development which may cause delays and/or affect projects economic terms. Failure or delay in any of the foregoing
factors may result in, among other things, delays in project completion, an increase in costs and adversely affect the CPV Group’s
operating results and achievement of its strategy.
Severe weather conditions could have a material adverse effect on
CPV’s operations and financial results.
Severe weather conditions, natural disasters and other natural phenomena (such as hurricanes,
tornadoes or severe rain/snow events) could adversely affect the CPV Group’s profits, operations and results. Such severe weather
conditions could also affect suppliers and the pipelines supplying natural gas to gas-fired facilities. In addition, severe weather conditions
could cause damage to facilities, increase repair costs and result in loss of revenue if CPV fails to supply electricity to the markets
in which it operates or expose the CPV Group to capacity penalties imposed by relevant RTOs and ISOs and liquidated damages to counterparties.
To the extent that these losses are not covered by the CPV Group’s insurance or are not recovered by CPV through electricity prices,
this could have a materially adverse effect on the financial results, operating results and cash flows of the CPV Group.
CPV faces risks of difficulties in obtaining financing and meeting
the terms of financing agreements.
The CPV Group’s results and business plans are materially impacted by the CPV
Group’s ability to obtain financing on attractive terms, to comply with the terms and conditions of the financing agreements entered
into by the projects or the CPV Group and its ability to refinance existing debt. In the absence of a debt refinancing, repayment of the
original financing will be required, which may adversely affect OPC’s financial position and liquidity. In addition, the CPV Group’s
financing agreements include restrictions, covenants and obligations that limit distributions or require or accelerate making of repayments
upon occurrence of certain events (such as cash sweep provisions) which are currently in effect. A difficulty in obtaining financing or
refinancing on terms that are not as good as those in existing financing may adversely affect the ability of the CPV Group to refinance
existing financing agreements and/or carry out projects under development and ultimately effect whether projects are economical. In addition,
difficulty in complying with the terms and conditions of financing agreements may require the provision of guarantees or collateral or
guarantees in favor of the entities providing financing to the CPV Group or the investors in the projects, and under certain circumstances
- a demand for immediate repayment of the loans and enforcement of collateral given to lenders (projects assets, projects rights and guarantees,
as applicable), which could adversely affect the CPV Group’s results and its financial strength.
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Risks Related to Our Ordinary Shares
Our ordinary shares are traded on more than one stock exchange and
this may result in price variations between the markets.
Our ordinary shares are listed on each of the NYSE and the TASE. Trading of our ordinary
shares therefore takes place in different currencies (U.S. Dollars on the NYSE and New Israeli Shekels on the TASE), and at different
times (resulting from different time zones, different trading days and different public holidays in the United States and Israel). The
trading prices of our ordinary shares on these two markets may differ as a result of these, or other, factors. Any decrease in the price
of our ordinary shares on either of these markets could also cause a decrease in the trading prices of our ordinary shares on the other
market.
A significant portion of our outstanding ordinary shares may be
sold into the public market, which could cause the market price of our ordinary shares to drop significantly, even if our business is
doing well.
A significant portion of our shares are held by Ansonia, which holds approximately 62%
of our shares. If Ansonia sells, or indicates an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our ordinary shares in the public market, the
trading price of our ordinary shares could decline. Sales of our shares by Ansonia or the perception that any such sales may occur could
have a material adverse effect on the trading price of our ordinary shares and/or could impair the ability of any of our businesses to
raise capital.
Control by principal shareholders could adversely affect our other
shareholders.
Ansonia beneficially owns approximately 62% of our outstanding ordinary shares and voting
power. Ansonia therefore has a continuing ability to control, or exert a significant influence over, our board of directors, and will
continue to have significant influence over our affairs for the foreseeable future, including with respect to the election of directors,
an amendment of our Constitution, the consummation of significant corporate transactions, such as a merger or other sale of our company
or our assets, and all matters requiring shareholder approval. In certain circumstances, Ansonia’s interests as a principal shareholder
may conflict with the interests of our other shareholders and Ansonia’s ability to exercise control, or exert significant influence,
over us may have the effect of causing, delaying, or preventing changes or transactions that our other shareholders may or may not deem
to be in their best interests.
We may not pay dividends or make other distributions or repurchase
shares.
We have paid significant dividends in 2024 and prior years but there is no assurance
as to the level of future dividends or whether we will declare dividends with respect to our ordinary shares at all. Our dividends have
generally been funded from the dividends received from our subsidiaries and associated companies as well as the divestment of our equity
interests in our businesses. Distributions from our subsidiaries and associated companies may be lower in the future and there is no assurance
that we will receive any dividends at all, which would then impact our ability to pay dividends. Even if we do have sufficient funds,
we may choose to use our cash for purposes other than the payment of dividends, including investment in existing or acquisitions of new
businesses. Therefore there is no assurance that Kenon shareholders will receive any dividends in the future or as to the amount of such
dividends, if any.
We received significant dividends from our holding in ZIM in prior years, and these
dividends have been a significant source of liquidity for us, and which has helped to enable us to pay the dividends that we have paid
in the past few years. In 2024, we completed the sale of our remaining interest in ZIM. In addition, in March 2024, OPC’s board
of directors made a decision to suspend OPC’s dividend distribution policy (adopted in 2017) for a period of two years. These factors
will impact amounts available to us to fund distributions in the future.
Any dividends are also subject to legal limitations. Under Singapore law and our Constitution,
dividends, whether in cash or in specie, must be paid out of our profits available for distribution. The availability of distributable
profits is assessed on the basis of Kenon’s stand-alone accounts (which are based upon the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards
(the “SFRS”)). Accordingly, any dividends must be paid in accordance with, and may be limited by, Singapore law.
In addition, we have completed significant capital reduction exercises in connection
with some prior distributions, and we have limited additional capacity to effect distributions through capital reductions.
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If we do not declare dividends with respect to our ordinary shares, a holder of our
ordinary shares will only realize income from an investment in our ordinary shares if there is an increase in the market price of our
ordinary shares. Such potential increase is uncertain and unpredictable.
In March 2023, we announced a repurchase plan of up to $50 million to repurchase shares
(the “Repurchase Plan”). In September 2024, we increased the size of the Repurchase Plan to $60 million and we implemented
a mandate to repurchase up to $30 million under this plan through the end of March 2025. Through the end of March 2025 (since March
2023), we have repurchased approximately 1.8 million shares for approximately $48 million. Our Repurchase Plan may be suspended for periods,
modified or discontinued at any time and may not be completed up to the full amount of the Repurchase Plan.
Any dividend payments or other cash distributions in respect of
our ordinary shares would be declared in U.S. Dollars, and any shareholder whose principal currency is not the U.S. Dollar would be subject
to exchange rate fluctuations.
The ordinary shares are, and any cash dividends or other distributions to be declared
in respect of them, if any, will be denominated in U.S. Dollars. For example, in every year between 2018 and 2024, we have made cash distributions
to our shareholders. Although a significant percentage of our shareholders hold their shares through the TASE, each of these distributions
was denominated in U.S. Dollars. Shareholders whose principal currency is not the U.S. Dollar are exposed to foreign currency exchange
rate risk. Any depreciation of the U.S. Dollar in relation to such foreign currency will reduce the value of such shareholders’
ordinary shares and any appreciation of the U.S. Dollar will increase the value in foreign currency terms. In addition, we will not offer
our shareholders the option to elect to receive dividends, if any, in any other currency. Consequently, our shareholders may be required
to arrange their own foreign currency exchange, either through a brokerage house or otherwise, which could incur additional commissions
or expenses.
We are a “foreign private issuer” under U.S. securities
laws and, as a result, are subject to disclosure obligations that are different from those applicable to U.S. domestic registrants listed
on the NYSE.
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore and we are considered a “foreign
private issuer” under U.S. securities laws. Although we are subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, the periodic
and event-based disclosure required of foreign private issuers under the Exchange Act is different from the disclosure required of U.S.
domestic registrants. Therefore, there may be less publicly available information about us than is regularly published by or about other
public companies in the United States. We are also exempt from certain other sections of the Exchange Act that U.S. domestic registrants
are otherwise subject to, including the requirement to provide our shareholders with information statements or proxy statements that comply
with the Exchange Act. In addition, insiders and large shareholders of ours are exempt from the reporting and short-swing profit recovery
provisions contained in Section 16 of the Exchange Act and are not obligated to file the reports required by Section 16 of the Exchange
Act.
As a foreign private issuer, we follow home country corporate governance
practices instead of otherwise applicable SEC and NYSE corporate governance requirements, and this may result in less investor protection
than that accorded to investors under rules applicable to domestic U.S. issuers.
As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow certain home country corporate
governance practices instead of those otherwise required under the NYSE’s rules for domestic U.S. issuers, provided that we disclose
which requirements we are not following and describe the equivalent home country requirement. For example, foreign private issuers are
permitted to follow home country practice instead with regard to board independence, maintenance of certain board committee and shareholder
approval for certain issuances of shares including issuances to related parties.
We are not required to comply with the NYSE’s requirements to maintain a board
comprised of a majority of independent directors as per NYSE standards or a fully independent nominating and corporate governance committee
in accordance with NYSE standards, or to obtain specific shareholder approval for the issuance of shares to related parties.
We generally seek to apply the corporate governance rules of the NYSE that are applicable
to U.S. domestic registrants that are not “controlled” companies. We may, in the future, decide to rely on other foreign private
issuer exemptions provided by the NYSE and follow home country corporate governance practices in lieu of complying with some or all of
the NYSE’s requirements.
Following our home country governance practices, as opposed to complying with the requirements
that are applicable to a U.S. domestic registrant, may provide less protection to you than is accorded to investors under the NYSE’s
corporate governance rules. Therefore, any foreign private exemptions we avail ourselves of in the future may reduce the scope of information
and protection to which you are otherwise entitled as an investor.
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It may be difficult to enforce a judgment of U.S. courts for civil
liabilities under U.S. federal securities laws against us, our directors or officers in Singapore.
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore and certain of our officers and directors
are or will be residents outside of the United States. Moreover, most of our assets are located outside of the United States. Although
we are incorporated outside of the United States, we agreed to accept service of process in the United States through our agent designated
for that specific purpose. Additionally, for so long as we are listed in the United States or in Israel, we have undertaken not to claim
that we are not subject to any derivative/class action that may be filed against us in the United States or Israel, as may be applicable,
solely on the basis that we are a Singapore company. However, since most of the assets owned by us are located outside of the United States,
any judgment obtained in the United States against us may not be collectible within the United States.
Furthermore, there is no treaty between the United States and Singapore providing for
the reciprocal recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters. Therefore, a final judgment for the
payment of money rendered by any federal or state court in the United States based on civil liability, whether or not predicated solely
upon the federal securities laws, would not be automatically enforceable in Singapore. Additionally, there is doubt as to whether a Singapore
court would impose civil liability on us or our directors and officers who reside in Singapore in a suit brought in the Singapore courts
against us or such persons with respect to a violation solely of the federal securities laws of the United States, unless the facts surrounding
such a violation would constitute or give rise to a cause of action under Singapore law. We have undertaken not to oppose the enforcement
in Singapore of judgments or decisions rendered in Israel or in the United States in a class action or derivative action to which Kenon
is a party. Notwithstanding such an undertaking, it may still be difficult for investors to enforce against us, our directors or our officers
in Singapore, judgments obtained in the United States which are predicated upon the civil liability provisions of the federal securities
laws of the United States.
We are incorporated in Singapore and our shareholders may have greater
difficulty in protecting their interests than they would as shareholders of a corporation incorporated in the United States.
Our corporate affairs are governed by our Constitution and by the laws governing companies
incorporated or, as the case may be, registered in Singapore. The rights of our shareholders and the responsibilities of the members of
our board of directors under Singapore law are different from those applicable to a corporation incorporated in the United States. Therefore,
our public shareholders may have more difficulty in protecting their interest in connection with actions taken by our management or members
of our board of directors than they would as shareholders of a corporation incorporated in the United States. For information on the differences
between Singapore and Delaware corporation law, see “
Item 10.B Constitution.
”
Singapore corporate law may delay, deter or prevent a takeover of
our company by a third party, but as a result of a waiver from application of the Code, our shareholders may not have the benefit of the
application of the Singapore Code on Take-Overs and Mergers, which could adversely affect the value of our ordinary shares.
The Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers and Sections 138, 139 and 140 of the Securities
and Futures Act 2001 contain certain provisions that may delay, deter or prevent a future takeover or change in control of our company
for so long as we remain a public company with more than 50 shareholders and net tangible assets of $5 million or more. Any person acquiring
an interest, whether by a series of transactions over a period of time or not, either on his own or together with parties acting in concert
with such person, in 30% or more of our voting shares, or, if such person holds, either on his own or together with parties acting in
concert with such person, between 30% and 50% (both inclusive) of our voting shares, and such person (or parties acting in concert with
such person) acquires additional voting shares representing more than 1% of our voting shares in any six-month period, must, except with
the consent of the Securities Industry Council of Singapore, extend a mandatory takeover offer for the remaining voting shares in accordance
with the provisions of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers.
In October 2014, the Securities Industry Council of Singapore waived the application
of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers to the Company, subject to certain conditions. Pursuant to the waiver, for as long as
Kenon is not listed on a securities exchange in Singapore, and except in the case of a tender offer (within the meaning of U.S. securities
laws) where the offeror relies on a Tier 1 exemption to avoid full compliance with U.S. tender offer regulations, the Singapore Code on
Take-overs and Mergers shall not apply to Kenon.
Accordingly, Kenon shareholders will not have the protection or otherwise benefit from
the provisions of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers and the Securities and Futures Act to the extent that this waiver is available.
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Our directors have general authority to allot and issue new shares
on terms and conditions and with any preferences, rights or restrictions as may be determined by our board of directors in its sole discretion,
which may dilute our existing shareholders. We may also issue securities that have rights and privileges that are more favorable than
the rights and privileges accorded to our existing shareholders.
Under Singapore law, we may only allot and issue new shares with the prior approval
of our shareholders in a general meeting. Other than with respect to the issuance of shares pursuant to awards made under our Share Incentive
Plan 2014, and subject to the general authority to allot and issue new shares provided by our shareholders annually, the provisions of
the Companies Act 1967, or the Singapore Companies Act, and our Constitution, our board of directors may allot and issue new shares on
terms and conditions and with the rights (including preferential voting rights) and restrictions as they may think fit to impose. Any
such offering may be on a pre-emptive or non-pre-emptive basis. Subject to the prior approval of our shareholders for (i) the creation
of new classes of shares and (ii) the granting to our directors of the authority to issue new shares with different or similar rights,
additional shares may be issued carrying such preferred rights to share in our profits, losses and dividends or other distributions, any
rights to receive assets upon our dissolution or liquidation and any redemption, conversion and exchange rights. At the annual general
meeting of shareholders held in 2024 (the “2024 AGM”), our shareholders granted the board of directors authority (effective
until the conclusion of the AGM of shareholders to be held in 2025 (the “2025 AGM”), or the expiration of the period by which
the 2025 AGM is required by law to be held, whichever is earlier) to allot and issue ordinary shares and/or instruments that might or
could require ordinary shares to be allotted and issued as authorized by our shareholders at the 2024 AGM and shareholders will be asked
to renew this authority at the 2025 AGM. Ansonia, our significant shareholder, may use its ability to control to approve a grant of such
authority to our board of directors, or exert influence over, our board of directors to cause us to issue additional ordinary shares,
which would dilute existing holders of our ordinary shares, or to issue securities with rights and privileges that are more favorable
than those of our ordinary shareholders. There are no statutory pre-emptive rights for new share issuances conferred upon our shareholders
under the Singapore Companies Act. Furthermore, any additional issuances of new shares by our directors could adversely impact the market
price of our ordinary shares.
Risks Related to Taxation
We may be treated as a passive foreign investment company (“PFIC”)
for U.S. federal income tax purposes, which could result in adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences to U.S. holders of our ordinary
shares.
A non-U.S. corporation, such as our company, will be treated as a PFIC for any taxable
year if either (i) 75% or more of its gross income for such year is passive income or (ii) 50% or more of the value of its assets (generally
based on an average of the quarterly values of the assets during a taxable year) is attributable to assets that produce or are held for
the production of passive income. For purposes of these tests, “passive income” generally includes, among other items, dividends,
interest and certain rents and royalties, and net gains from the sale or exchange of property that gives rise to such income. In addition,
we will be treated as owning our proportionate share of the assets and earning our proportionate share of the income of any other corporation
in which we own, directly or indirectly, 25% or more (by value) of the stock.
Based upon, among other things, the valuation of our assets and the composition of our
income and assets, taking into account our proportionate share of the income and assets of other corporations in which we own, directly
or indirectly, 25% or more (by value) of the stock, we believe that we were not a PFIC for U.S. federal income tax purposes for the taxable
year ended December 31, 2024. However, the application of the PFIC rules is subject to uncertainty in several respects and a separate
determination must be made after the close of each taxable year as to whether we were a PFIC for such year. In addition, because the value
of our assets for purposes of the PFIC test will generally be determined in part by reference to the market price of our ordinary shares,
fluctuations in the market price of the ordinary shares may affect our PFIC status. Moreover, changes in the composition of our income
or assets, taking into account our proportionate share of the income and assets of other corporations in which we own, directly or indirectly,
25% or more (by value) of the stock, may also affect our PFIC status.
Although we believe that we were not a PFIC for either the taxable years ended December
31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, we were likely treated as a PFIC for the taxable year ended December 31, 2022 and we may again be treated
as a PFIC for U.S. federal income tax purposes for future taxable years. If we are treated as a PFIC for any taxable year during which
a U.S. Holder (as defined under “
Item 10.E Taxation—U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations
”)
holds an ordinary share, the U.S. federal income tax consequences to such U.S. Holder of the ownership, and disposition of our ordinary
shares will depend on whether or not such U.S. Holder makes a “qualified electing fund” or “QEF” election (the
“QEF Election”) or makes a mark-to-market election (the “Mark-to-Market Election”) with respect to our ordinary
shares. Additionally, if we are treated as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds an ordinary share, we would generally
continue to be treated as a PFIC with respect to such U.S. Holder even if we cease to be treated as a PFIC for any subsequent taxable
years. There is no assurance that we will have timely knowledge of our status as a PFIC in the future or of the required information to
be provided. We have not determined if we will provide U.S. holders with the information necessary to make and maintain a QEF Election
for any subsequent taxable year for which we are treated as a PFIC. For further information on such U.S. tax implications, see “
Item
10.E Taxation—U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations—Passive Foreign Investment Company.
”
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Tax regulations and examinations may have a material effect on us
and we may be subject to challenges by tax authorities.
We operate in a number of countries and are therefore regularly examined by and remain
subject to numerous tax regulations. Changes in our global mix of earnings could affect our effective tax rate. Furthermore, changes in
tax laws could result in higher tax-related expenses and payments. Legislative changes in any of the countries in which our businesses
operate could materially impact our tax receivables and liabilities as well as deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities. Additionally,
the uncertain tax environment in some regions in which our businesses operate could limit our ability to enforce our rights. As a holding
company with globally operating businesses, we have established businesses in countries subject to complex tax rules, which may be interpreted
in a variety of ways and could affect our effective tax rate. Future interpretations or developments of tax regimes or a higher than anticipated
effective tax rate could have a material adverse effect on our tax liability, return on investments and business operations.
In addition, we and our businesses operate in, are incorporated in and are tax residents
of various jurisdictions. The tax authorities in the various jurisdictions in which we and our businesses operate, or are incorporated,
may disagree with and challenge our assessments of our transactions (including any sales or distributions), tax position, deductions,
exemptions, where we or our businesses are tax resident, or other matters. If we, or our businesses, are unsuccessful in responding to
or defending against any such challenge from a tax authority, we, or our businesses, may be unable to proceed with certain transactions,
be required to pay additional taxes, interest, fines or penalties, and we, or our businesses, may be subject to taxes for the same business
in more than one jurisdiction or may also be subject to higher tax rates, withholding or other taxes. Even if we, or our businesses, are
successful, responding to or defending against any such challenges may be expensive, consume time and other resources, or divert management’s
time and focus from our operations or businesses or from the operations of our businesses. Therefore, a challenge as to any of our, or
our businesses’, tax position or status or transactions, even if unsuccessful, may have a material adverse effect on our business,
financial condition, results of operations or liquidity or the business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity of our
businesses.
The enactment of legislation implementing changes in taxation of
international business activities, the adoption of other tax reform policies or changes in tax legislation or policies could materially
impact our financial position and results of operations.
Corporate tax reform, base-erosion efforts and tax transparency continue to be high
priorities in many tax jurisdictions where we have business operations. Our tax treatment may also be impacted by tax policy initiatives
and reforms such as the Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (“BEPS”) Project (including “BEPS 2.0”) of the OECD which
was initiated to combat tax avoidance by multinational enterprises using BEPS tools. In January 2019, the OECD announced further work
in continuation of its BEPS project, focusing on two “pillars.” Pillar One provides a framework for the reallocation of certain
residual profits of multinational enterprises to market jurisdictions where goods or services are used or consumed. Pillar Two consists
of two interrelated rules referred to as the Global Anti-Base Erosion Rules, which operate to impose a minimum tax rate of 15% calculated
on a jurisdictional basis. Such initiatives may include the taxation of operating income, investment income, dividends received or, in
the specific context of withholding tax dividends paid. Many of these proposed measures require amendments to the domestic tax legislation
of various jurisdictions. Many OECD countries and members of the inclusive framework on BEPS have acknowledged their intent to support
the actions, including the need for a global minimum tax rate. Depending on the implementation of these measures, Kenon and its operating
companies’ tax incentives may be affected, which outcome may have a negative effect on our financial position, liquidity and results
of operations. Although the timing and methods of implementation may vary, many countries, including Singapore and Israel, have implemented,
or are in the process of implementing, legislation or practices inspired by BEPS. As the Two Pillar solution is subject to implementation
by each member country, the timing and ultimate impact of any such changes on our tax obligations is uncertain. These changes, if and
when enacted, may increase our tax obligations. The foregoing tax changes and other possible future tax changes may have a material adverse
impact on us, our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flow.
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Our shareholders may be subject to non-U.S. taxes and tax return
filing requirements as a result of owning our ordinary shares.
There can be no assurance that our shareholders, solely as a result of owning our ordinary
shares, will not be subject to certain taxes, including non-U.S. taxes, imposed by the various jurisdictions in which we and our businesses
do business or own property now or in the future, even if our shareholders do not reside in any of these jurisdictions. Consequently,
our shareholders may also be required to file tax returns in some or all of these jurisdictions. Further, our shareholders may also be
subject to penalties for failure to comply with these requirements. It is the responsibility of each shareholder to file each of the U.S.
federal, state and local, as well as non-U.S., tax returns that may be required of such shareholder.
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Information on the Company
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| A. |
History and Development of the Company
|
We were incorporated in March 2014 under the Singapore Companies Act to be the holding
company of certain companies that were owned (in whole, or in part) by IC in connection with our Spin-Off from IC in January 2015.
Since the Spin-Off, we have sold or distributed our interests in:
• ZIM, a large provider
of global container shipping services, and as a result we no longer hold any shares in ZIM (during 2024, we sold an approximately 20.7%
interest in ZIM and we no longer hold any interest, other than with respect to a cash settled capped call arrangement over 5 million ZIM
shares);
•
the Latin American power generation and distribution business of IC Power;
• Tower
Semiconductor Ltd., a semiconductor manufacturing company; and
• a
portion of our interests in Qoros, a China-based automotive company, reducing our ownership from 50% to 12%.
We currently own an approximately 55% interest in OPC, an owner,
developer and operator of power generation facilities in the Israeli and US power market. We also own a 12% interest in Qoros, a
China-based automotive company; we agreed to sell our remaining 12% stake in Qoros in 2022, which has not closed and is the subject of
arbitration and litigation awards in our favor.
The legal and commercial name of the Company is Kenon Holdings Ltd. Our principal place
of business is located at 1 Temasek Avenue #37-02B, Millenia Tower, Singapore 039192. Our telephone number at our principal place of business
is + 65 6351 1780. Our internet address is
www.kenon-holdings.com
. We have appointed
Gornitzky Co., Advocates and Notaries, as our agent for service of process in connection with certain claims which may be made in
Israel.
Our ordinary shares are listed on the NYSE and the TASE under the symbol “KEN.”
The SEC also maintains a website that contains reports, proxy and information statements
and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC at http://www.sec.gov.
| B. |
Business Overview
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We are a holding company initially established to promote the growth
and development of our primary businesses. Since our Spin-Off over ten years ago, our businesses and our holdings have substantially evolved
and unlocked substantial shareholder value, with Kenon demonstrating a track record of achieving strong shareholder returns.
Our primary business today, OPC, is listed on the TASE in Israel. We initially listed
OPC on the TASE in August 2017 with an initial pre-money market capitalization of $350 million, which has grown to approximately $2.3
billion as of March 31, 2025. The value of our initial interest, together with our investments totalling to approximately $320 million
since the IPO, has grown to approximately $1.3 billion as of March 31, 2025. Shortly after this IPO, we sold the Inkia Business,
our energy business in Latin America and the Caribbean, for approximately $1.3 billion (approximately $1.1 billion net of taxes, fees
and costs) and have a judgment in our favor in respect of a bilateral investment treaty claim against Peru (of which our share is approximately
$80 million as of March 31, 2025); there is no assurance we will be successful in recovering these amounts in full or at all. See “
—Inkia
Business—Claim Relating to the Inkia Business—Bilateral Investment Treaty Claim Relating to Peru
” below.
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Our initial 32% stake in ZIM at the time of the Spin-Off had been
acquired for $200 million, and as of December 31, 2024 we had realized approximately $2.1 billion from our interests in ZIM, including
the proceeds from the sale of all of our ZIM shares, the proceeds from the termination of a collar transaction utilizing our ZIM shares
(and the related sale of those shares) and total dividends received from ZIM. Kenon has no further shares in ZIM but has entered into
a cash settled capped call transaction with respect to five million shares of ZIM, providing for cash settlement, depending on the price
of ZIM shares, ranging from $0 to $55 million.
In addition, we had a 50% stake in Qoros at the time of the Spin-Off and had guaranteed
significant amounts of Qoros’ debt. Subsequently, we have engaged in transactions reducing our stake in Qoros to 12% and we received
cash payments and release of guarantees of over $450 million (including approximately $75 million in respect of amounts subsequently repaid
to Ansonia in respect of various loans provided directly to Quantum to fund its investment in Qoros). In addition, we currently have judgments
in our favor in relation to our remaining interest in Qoros (of which our claim in respect of the sale of our remaining interest totals
approximately RMB 1.9 billion (approximately $260 million)); there is no assurance we will be successful in recovering these amounts in
full or at all. See “
—Qoros
” below.
We have made significant distributions to shareholders, totalling $2.4 billion in cash
and listed securities, since our Spin-Off. In 2015, we distributed substantially all of our interest in Tower, with a then-market value
of $245 million. In addition, since 2018, we have distributed to shareholders total cash of approximately $2.2 billion from various sources
including from portions of the proceeds of our sale of the Inkia Business, a portion of our interest in Qoros (including amounts repaid
by Qoros in respect of shareholder loans) and the sale of our stake in ZIM, as well as from dividends received from ZIM. In addition,
since March 2023, we have engaged in repurchases of shares under our Repurchase Plan and to date we have repurchased 1.8 million shares
for approximately $48 million. In April 2025, we announced a further dividend of approximately $250 million.
In addition to these distributions, our market capitalization has grown substantially
since the Spin-Off. On March 31, 2025 Kenon’s market capitalization was $1.7 billion, as compared to our initial market capitalization
at the time of our listing of $1.0 billion (based on the closing price of our shares on the TASE on January 11, 2015).
Kenon has a strong financial position. In addition to our shareholding
of 54.5% of OPC, as of March 31, 2025 we had cash and cash equivalents and other investments of $890 million and no material debt. We
seek to generate attractive returns on our cash and cash equivalents, and seek to use treasury management solutions with credit ratings
that are rated investment grade.
We are continuing to consider various ways to further maximize
value for our shareholders, including potential new investments in new businesses. We believe that in the current market environment,
there could be attractive investment opportunities to generate positive shareholder returns. As a company with a strong financial position,
no material third-party debt and a history of successfully owning businesses, we believe we are well-positioned to take advantage of such
opportunities, which may include investments or acquisitions in new businesses. We expect that such acquisitions or other investments,
if any, would be in established industries, would be substantial and that we would be actively involved in the operations and promoting
the growth and development of such businesses. In addition, we do not expect that any such acquisitions or other investments would be
in start-up companies or focused on emerging markets.
We may also try to maximize value for our shareholders through
investments in our existing businesses. Since the Spin-Off, we have made significant investments in our existing businesses, including
investments during 2024 of approximately $120 million in OPC (approximately $320 million in total since its IPO) to support its growth.
OPC, together with its U.S. subsidiary CPV, has projects in construction and under development, with a strategy contemplating continued
development of projects and potential acquisitions in Israel, the U.S. and elsewhere. OPC’s growth strategy could present us with
opportunities to make further significant equity investments at the OPC level and we may make further investments in OPC.
We may fund such acquisitions or investments in new or existing
businesses through cash on hand, sales of interests in our businesses or by raising new financing.
In addition, Kenon will continue to consider the return of capital
to shareholders through dividends and/or share repurchases, based on market conditions, capital requirements, potential investment opportunities
and other relevant considerations. In April 2025, Kenon announced a dividend of approximately $250 million. Including the dividend announced
in April 2025, Kenon will have returned more than $2.6 billion in cash and listed securities to shareholders since its Spin-Off in 2015.
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Our Businesses
Set forth below is a description of our primary business OPC.
OPC’s Business
Information in this report relating to OPC (including CPV Group) is based on OPC’s
annual report and financial statements and board of directors report for the year ended December 31, 2024, which were published by OPC
on March 12, 2025. English translations of OPC’s financial statements and board of directors’ report for 2024 were furnished
by Kenon on Form 6-K, dated March 12, 2025.
OPC, which accounted for all of our revenues in the year ended December 31, 2024, is
an owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities located in Israel and, through CPV, the United States. OPC has the following
three operating segments:
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Israel
(through OPC Israel,
which is 80% owned by OPC, with the remaining 20% held by Veridis): through this segment, OPC is engaged in the generation and supply
of electricity and energy to private customers and to Noga (the System Operator in Israel) and the development, construction and operation
of power plants and energy generation facilities using natural gas and renewable energy in Israel.
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• |
U.S. Renewable Energies
(through CPV Group, which is 70.5% owned by OPC): through
this segment, OPC (through CPV) is engaged in the initiation, development, construction and operation of power plants using renewable
energy in the United States (solar and wind) and supply of electricity from renewable sources to customers; and
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Energy Transition in the U.S.
(through CPV Group, which is 70.5% owned by OPC): through
this segment, OPC (through CPV Group) is engaged mainly in the operation of conventional energy power plants in the United States. All
active power plants in this segment are held by CPV Group through associates (which are not consolidated in OPC’s or our financial
statements).
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In addition, OPC (through CPV Group) is engaged in additional business activities in
the United States that are complementary to the electricity generation activity of the CPV Group. These additional activities include
initiation and development of electricity generation projects (running on natural gas) with potential to incorporate carbon capture in
the future (subject to further development) and retail operations for the sale of electricity designed to supplement CPV’s generation
activities. OPC’s activities includes provision of asset management and energy services to the power plants focusing mainly on power
plants partially owned by the CPV Group. Commencing from the fourth quarter of 2024, renewable energy projects are presented in
accordance with CPV Group’s respective share (about 66.7%) following an investment transaction, in the aggregate amount of $300
million, in CPV Renewables in exchange for 33.3% of the ordinary rights in the renewable energy activities in the U.S.
Operations Overview
The following tables set forth summary operational information regarding OPC’s
power plants in commercial operation and under construction and in development in Israel (held and operated by OPC Israel which is 80%
owned by OPC) and the United States (held and operated by CPV Group which is 70.5% owned by OPC).
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Israel
The following table sets forth summary operational information regarding OPC’s
main operations in Israel (owned and operated by OPC Israel):
Plants in Commercial Operation
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Power plant/ energy generation facilities
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Capacity
(1)
(MW) |
OPC Israel Ownership Interest
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Location
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Type of project / technology
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Year of commercial operation
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Rotem
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466
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100
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%
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Mishor Rotem
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Natural gas, combined cycle
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2013
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Hadera
(2)
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144
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100
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%
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Hadera
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Natural–gas—cogeneration
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2020
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Zomet
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396
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100
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%
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Plugot Intersection
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Natural gas, open-cycle
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2023
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Gat
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75
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100
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%
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Kiryat Gat industrial park
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Natural gas, combined cycle
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2019 (acquired in 2023)
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Energy generation facilities on the consumers’ premises
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29
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100
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%
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On consumers' premises across Israel
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Natural gas and renewable energy (solar)
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2024-2025
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| (1) |
As stipulated in the relevant generation license.
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| (2) |
Hadera owns the Hadera Energy Center (boilers and turbines located at the premises of Infinya), which serves as back-up for steam
generated by the Hadera power plant.
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OPC also has virtual supply agreements of approximately 50 MW with
customers.
The following table sets forth summary operational information for OPC’s plants
in commercial operation in Israel as of and for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023:
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As of December 31, 2024
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As of December 31, 2023
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Entity
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Installed
Capacity (MW) |
Net
energy generated (GWh) (1) |
Availability
factor (%) (2) |
Installed
Capacity (MW) |
Net
energy generated (GWh) (1) |
Availability
factor (%) (2) |
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|
Rotem
|
466
|
3,332
|
95.1
|
%
|
466
|
3,514
|
98.5
|
%
|
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|
Hadera
|
144
|
943
|
92.6
|
%
|
144
|
939
|
90.7
|
%
|
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|
Zomet
(3)
|
396
|
428
|
83.6
|
%
|
396
|
283
|
88.0
|
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|
Gat
|
87
|
397
|
64.4
|
%
|
87
|
433
|
94.4
|
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|
OPC Total
|
1,081
|
(4)
|
5,100
|
1,081
|
4,085
|
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| (1) |
The net generation is the gross production capacity during the year, less energy consumed by the power plant for its own use.
|
| (2) |
The availability factor is the period during which the power plant was available for electricity generation, including scheduled
and non-scheduled maintenance work.
|
| (3) |
The commercial operation date of Zomet was June 2023. Zomet is a peaker plant.
|
| (4) |
Excludes energy generation facilities on the premises of customers.
|
Israel—Projects under Construction and in Development
The following table sets forth summary information regarding OPC’s projects under
construction and in development in Israel.
|
Power plants / energy
generation facilities |
Capacity (MW)
|
Status
|
Location
|
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|
Sorek 2
|
Approximately 87 MW
|
Under construction
|
On the premises of the Sorek B seawater desalination facility
|
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|
Energy generation facilities on the consumers’ premises
|
Aggregate capacity of approximately 79 MW, of which approximately
28 MW
(1)
are in various development and construction stages
|
Various stages of development/construction
|
On consumers’ premises across Israel
|
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|
The Ramat Beka Solar Project
|
Approximately 500 MW with an estimated storage capacity of up to approximately 2,760 MWh
|
Advanced development
|
Neot Hovav Local Industrial Council
|
|||
|
Solar and storage projects
|
An estimated aggregate capacity of approximately 215 MW and approximately 1100 MWh
|
Initial development
|
Kibbutzim/Moshavim
|
|||
|
Intel
|
450 MW- 650 MW
|
Initial development
|
Intel’s facilities in Kiryat Gat
|
| (1) |
Each facility - with a capacity of up to 16 MW. Following the outbreak of the War, OPC served force majeure notices to consumers.
The War and its effects may have an adverse effect regarding the compliance with the expected commercial operation dates, and the projects’
expected costs. In addition, delays in the completion of the projects, which are not justified in accordance with the relevant agreements,
may impact the cost of the project and may cause an increase in costs and/or constitute failure to comply with undertakings to third parties
and lead to the instigation of proceedings and/or the demand of remedies.
|
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United States
The following table sets forth summary information regarding OPC’s United States
operations (plants in commercial operation), through its 70.5% ownership of CPV Group (data is presented based on the rates of holdings
of the CPV Group in the projects (renewable energy – 67.7%, and natural gas projects with carbon capture potential at rate of 70%
or 100% pursuant the rights in each project):
Plants in Commercial Operation
|
Plant
|
Location
|
CPV
Ownership Interest |
Field/
technology |
Installed
Capacity (MW) |
Year of
commercial operation |
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|
Energy Transition Projects – Natural
Gas Fired
|
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|
CPV Fairview, LLC (“Fairview”)
|
Pennsylvania
|
25%
|
Conventional gas-fired, combined cycle
|
1,050
|
2019
|
|||||
|
CPV Towantic, LLC (“Towantic”)
|
Connecticut
|
26%
|
Conventional gas-fired (dual fuel / two fuels), combined cycle
|
805
|
2018
|
|||||
|
CPV Maryland, LLC (“Maryland”)
|
Maryland
|
75%
(1)
|
Conventional gas-fired, combined cycle
|
745
|
2017
|
|||||
|
CPV Shore Holdings, LLC (“Shore”)
|
New Jersey
|
68.8%
(1)(2)
|
Conventional gas-fired, combined cycle
|
725
|
2016
|
|||||
|
CPV Valley Holdings, LLC (“Valley”)
|
New York
|
50%
|
Conventional gas-fired, dual-fuel, combined cycle
|
720
|
2018
|
|||||
|
CPV Three Rivers LLC (“Three Rivers”)
|
Illinois
|
10%
|
Natural gas, combined cycle
|
1,258
|
2023
|
|||||
|
Renewable Energy Projects
(held by CPV Renewables)
(3)
|
||||||||||
|
CPV Keenan II Renewable Energy Company, LLC (“Keenan II”)
|
Oklahoma
|
66.7%
(4)
|
Wind
|
152
|
2010
|
|||||
|
CPV Mountain Wind Holdings, LLC (“Mountain Wind”)
|
Maine
|
66.7%
(5)
|
Wind
|
82 (in aggregate)
|
Various between 2008 and 2017
|
|||||
|
CPV Maple Hill Solar LLC (“Maple Hill”)
|
Pennsylvania
|
66.7%
(subject to the tax equity partner’s share) (6) |
Solar
|
126 MWdc
|
Second half of 2023
|
|||||
|
CPV Stagecoach Solar, LLC (“Stagecoach”)
|
Georgia
|
66.7%
(subject to the tax equity partner’s share) (7) |
Solar
|
102 MWdc
|
First half of
2024
|
|||||
| (1) |
In October 2024, CPV Group completed the acquisition of an additional 25% interest in Maryland and entered into agreements for the
acquisition of an additional 31% interest in Shore and additional 25% in Maryland were signed These acquisitions were completed in the
fourth quarter of 2024, as a result of which as of December 31, 2024, CPV Group held approximately 68.8% in Shore and approximately 75%
in Maryland.
|
| (2) |
During the first quarter of 2025, CPV entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an additional 20% interest in Shore, and now holds
approximately 90% of Shore.
|
| (3) |
On August 16, 2024, subsidiaries of CPV entered into agreements with Harrison Street, a U.S. private equity fund (the “Investor”)
in the field of infrastructure, pursuant to which the Investor would invest a total $300 million in CPV Renewables for 33.33% of the equity
interests in CPV Renewables, which holds 100% in CPV’s renewable projects under construction and in development.
|
| (4) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor.
|
| (5) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor.
|
| (6) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the Investor’s investment in CPV Renewables. In addition,
in May 2023, the CPV Group entered into an agreement with a “tax equity partner” for an investment in the project. The tax
equity partner completed its $82 million investment on December 15, 2023. The agreement gives the tax equity partner the option to sell
its equity to CPV Group for a specified amount.
|
| (7) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor. In addition, on May 13, 2024, the CPV Group entered into an agreement with a “tax equity partner” for an
investment in the project of approximately $52 million, which was completed after the project reached commercial operation in the second
quarter of 2024. According to the agreement and as of the project’s completion date, the tax equity partner funded an investment
of approximately $43 million, with approximately $9 million to be funded over the term of the agreement as a function of the project’s
production pursuant to the agreement. The agreement gives the CPV Group the option to acquire the tax equity partner's share in the project
within a certain period and in accordance with the agreement.
|
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The table below sets forth an overview of the generation capacity of CPV’s plants
in commercial operation for 2024 and 2023.
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Net Electricity
generation (GWh) (1) |
Actual Generation
(2)
(%)
|
Actual Availability Percentage (%)
|
Net Electricity
generation (GWh) (1) |
Actual Generation (%)
(2)
|
Actual Availability Percentage (%)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Energy Transition Projects
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Shore
|
3,612
|
56.9
|
%
|
92.4
|
%
|
4,000
|
63.3
|
%
|
83.4
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Maryland
|
3,628
|
56.3
|
%
|
90.3
|
%
|
4,162
|
64.5
|
%
|
93.0
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Valley
|
5,002
|
82.1
|
%
|
89.1
|
%
|
4,392
|
72.3
|
%
|
77.6
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Fairview
|
7,610
|
82.1
|
%
|
88.5
|
%
|
7,213
|
81.1
|
%
|
84.2
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Towantic
|
5,593
|
77.7
|
%
|
89.9
|
%
|
5,551
|
77.5
|
%
|
91.2
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Three Rivers
|
6,366
|
59.9
|
%
|
76.9
|
%
|
2,814
|
64.0
|
74.8
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Renewable Energy Projects
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Keenan II
|
261
|
19.5
|
%
|
95.8
|
%
|
271
|
20.4
|
%
|
93.6
|
%
|
||||||||||||||
|
Mountain Wind
|
197
|
27.5
|
%
|
91.7
|
%
|
140
|
22.0
|
79.6
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Maple Hill
(3)
|
164
|
18.7
|
%
|
93.4
|
%
|
4.9
|
6.6
|
99.8
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Stagecoach
(4)
|
136
|
25.7
|
%
|
98.1
|
%
|
—
|
—
|
—
|
||||||||||||||||
| (1) |
The net electricity generation is the gross generation during the period less the electricity consumed for the self-use of the power
plants.
|
| (2) |
The actual generation percentage is the electricity produced by the power plants relative to the maximum amount of generation capacity
during the period and is affected by ordinary course maintenance activities at the power plants, which are scheduled at fixed intervals.
Such maintenance activities typically last for approximately 30–50 days and reduce the power plants’ generation and availability
until such maintenance has been completed. The actual capacity percentage (availability percentage) for the Shore, Valley and Fairview
plants improved in 2024 compared with 2023 as these plants had outages in 2023. Maryland’s decrease in 2024 compared with 2023 was
mainly due to maintenance outages taken 2024. CPV Group’s projects may be under planned and unplanned maintenance (or experience
production limitations or technical failures) from time to time, including as occurred in 2024. In 2025, in addition to immaterial planned
tests, a major planned maintenance is expected at Towantic.
|
| (3) |
The Maple Hill project commenced commercial operations in December 2023.
|
| (4) |
The Stagecoach project commenced commercial operations in April 2024. The Stagecoach project entered into a PPA with a utility company
for the supply of all the electricity to be produced for a period of up to 30 years from the project’s commercial operation date,
at market prices, for the sale to a global company of 100% of the project’s Solar Renewable Energy Credits (“RECs”),
as well as a hedge covering the entire electricity price of the quantity that is produced and sold to the utility company, at a fixed
price, for a period of 20 years from the date of commercial operation of the project.
|
Projects under Construction
The table below sets forth a summary information of CPV’s projects under construction.
|
Project
|
Location
|
Type of
project/ technology |
Planned
Capacity (MW) |
Year of
construction start |
Projected
date of commercial operation |
Expected
construction cost for 100% of the project |
|||||||
|
CPV Backbone Solar, LLC (“Backbone”)
(1)
|
Maryland
|
Solar
|
179 MWdc
|
June 2023
|
Second half of 2025
|
Approximately $304 million
|
|||||||
|
CPV Rogue's Wind, LLC ("Rogue's Wind")
|
Pennsylvania
|
Wind Turbines
|
114 MWdc
|
August 2024
(2)
|
First half of 2026
|
Approximately $365 million
|
|||||||
| (1) |
The Backbone project has signed a connection agreement and electricity supply agreement with the global e–commerce company
for a period of 10 years from the start of the commercial operation, for supply of 90% of the electricity expected to be generated by
the project in the period, and the sale of solar renewable energy certificates (“SREC”), for a period up to 2035. The balance
of the project’s capacity (10%) will be used for supply to customers, retail supply of electricity of the CPV Group or for sale
in the market.
|
| (2) |
In August 2024, a work commencement order for the construction of Rogue’s Wind project was issued. On the same date, an engineering,
procurement and construction (EPC) agreement and equipment purchase agreement were signed and a project financing agreement was signed.
|
The power plants in which CPV has an interest generally sell their output on the spot
market. CPV has in place hedging arrangements as discussed below.
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OPC’s Strategy
Set forth below is OPC’s strategy, as published in its 2024 annual report.
OPC’s vision is to continue establishing its position as a leading high-quality
independent power producer including in matters pertaining to ESG. Within this framework, OPC:
|
|
• |
operates within a hybrid model that utilizes natural gas and renewable energies in order to secure optimal and reliable supply of
electricity, while promoting a green and clean energy future. OPC promotes the energy transition (power generation that will transition
to low carbon emission energy production) through a set of energy generation solutions, both through efficient, continuous, reliable conventional
means (natural gas) and through renewable sources (solar, wind and storage);
|
|
|
• |
is active throughout the value chain in the field of energy, from the initiation, construction and development stages of projects,
to the operational stage to the supply stage, while working to achieve optimal utilization; and
|
|
|
• |
works to expand its activity and enhance its position by further promotion of projects in the field of energy in Israel and the United
States. OPC is working to continue initiating, developing and operating projects to generate electricity using a range of leading technologies
that support energy transition, and enhancing the inherent synergy of the energy generation and supply activities.
|
OPC’s vision is based on an assumption that private electricity market in general,
and in Israel and in the United States in particular, will continue to expand in the future, to support the growing demand for electricity
(including as a result of demand for server farms, electrical vehicles and policies of transitioning to low-carbon economy which encourages
electrification), alongside a gradual change in the type of energy production (mainly decommissioning of coal-fired power plants).
To implement this vision, OPC is focused in achieving competitive advantages in (i)
the initiation, construction and development of facilities for generation of electricity and energy (including at customers’ sites)
using a range of technologies—including conventional technologies and renewable sources; (ii) operation and maintenance of its power
plants; (iii) optimization and synergy in the management of energy sales to customers, through a range of means of generation and ancillary
arrangements, and in the acquisition of natural gas, while engaging in a range of contracts in order to enable continuity of supply at
a competitive price; and (iv) ESG measures.
OPC’s objectives include (i) increasing its electricity generation capacity in
Israel and the United States and expanding OPC’s customer base and types of customers; (ii) initiating, developing and constructing
projects with energy generation facilities using renewable technologies and energy storage facilities that are adapted, among other things,
to the needs of customers and the market and (iii) developing further it ESG strategy.
In addition to expansion of its renewable energy activity, OPC continues to pursue innovative
and efficient conventional (natural gas) energy production.
From time to time, OPC may explore possibilities for expanding its activities in the
electricity and energy generation and supply segment, including by (i) constructing and/or acquiring active power plants (using renewable
energy and storage), (ii) under construction, or under development, including in additional territories around the world, and project
development for such projects that are found suitable and consistent with OPC’s business plans, as applicable from time to time.
OPC’s Description of Operations
Israel
OPC’s operations in Israel include power generation plants that operate on natural
gas and diesel. As of December 31, 2024, OPC’s installed capacity of its active plants was approximately 1,081 MW.
OPC’s activity in Israel is conducted through OPC’s subsidiary, OPC Israel,
in which OPC has an 80% and Veridis owns the remaining 20%. OPC Israel owns and operates all of OPC’s business activities in the
energy and electricity generation and supply sectors in Israel, including a 100% interest in four power plants in operation, Rotem, Hadera,
Zomet and Gat. OPC Israel also has projects under construction and in development in Israel, including a 100% interest in Sorek 2 (which
is currently under construction), as well other operations in Israel including energy generation facilities on consumers’ premises
and virtual electricity supply activities.
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Power Plants in Operation
Set forth below is summary information relating to OPC’s plants in operation.
Rotem
OPC’s first power plant, Rotem, is powered by conventional technology (natural
gas in combined cycle; with diesel oil and crude oil as backups) and has an installed capacity of 466 MW under its conventional technology
electricity generation license, valid for a 30-year period from March 2011. Rotem commenced commercial operations in Mishor Rotem, Israel
in July 2013 and in 2024 it received a supply license with a license period that corresponds to the period of the generation license.
Upon receipt of the supply license and the amendment to the generation license, Rotem may trade capacity and energy with other suppliers.
Below is a description of some of the key aspects of Rotem’s operations:
Sales of Electricity
PPAs
. Rotem has a PPA with the IEC, the government-owned
electricity generation, transmission and distribution company in Israel, or Rotem’s PPA with the IEC (which was assigned
by the IEC to the System Operator). The term of Rotem’s PPA with the IEC is 20 years after the power station’s COD (which
was in 2013). According to the agreement, Rotem is entitled to operate in one of the following two ways (or a combination of both, subject
to certain restrictions set in the agreement): (i) provide the entire net available capacity of its power station to the IEC or (ii) carve
out energy and capacity for direct sales to private consumers. Rotem has allocated the entire capacity of the plant to private consumers
since COD. In addition, Rotem has entered into dozens of PPAs and with Partner into a PPA for household consumers and small- and medium-size
businesses (“SMBs”). Under Rotem’s PPA with the IEC, it can also elect to revert back to supplying to the IEC instead
of private customers, subject to twelve months’ advance notice. The introduction of renewable energies into the region in which
Rotem is located and grid restrictions may cause the power plant to generate less electricity.
Gas Supply Agreements
The power plants owned by OPC in Israel use natural gas as their primary fuel, with
diesel fuel and fuel oil as backup. Rotem purchases natural gas from Tamar Group and Energean as described in “
—OPC’s
Raw Materials and Suppliers—Israel—Gas Supply Agreements
”.
Gas Transmission Agreement
Transmission of natural gas from the gas supplier to Rotem is carried out through the
INGL natural gas transmission system.
In July 2010, Rotem entered into a gas transmission agreement with INGL. The agreement
period is up to July 31, 2029, or until its early termination, including a 5-year extension option, subject to advance notice. For
transmission services, INGL charges gas consumers (including Rotem) a tariff which is set by the Natural Gas Authority, and which includes
a (fixed) capacity component and a gas transmission component (paid according to the actual gas transmission).
Pursuant to the agreement, in the event of capacity shortage in the transmission system,
Rotem is entitled to receive the proportionate share of capacity it ordered out of the total capacity ordered by gas consumers. The agreement
sets forth a number of cases wherein INGL is entitled to discontinue providing its transmission services, including payment default and
breaches not remedied within the period stipulated. Each of INGL and Rotem have termination rights in specified circumstances.
Maintenance
In December 2023, Rotem entered into a new maintenance agreement with Mitsubishi Power
Europe Ltd. and a company operating on its behalf that served as a local contractor (together “Mitsubishi”) for a total estimated
cost of approximately EUR 67 million to be paid over the term of the agreement, in accordance with a payment schedule set forth in the
agreement (the “New Rotem Maintenance Agreement”). The New Rotem Maintenance Agreement is expected to replace Rotem’s
existing maintenance agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. which is expected to expire in October 2025. The term of the New
Rotem Maintenance Agreement is 12 years from the end of the term of the existing Rotem maintenance agreement, or the completion of the
required maintenance work, and no later than 20 years from the end of the term of the existing Rotem maintenance agreement. As part of
the New Rotem Maintenance Agreement, Mitsubishi provides to Rotem an undertaking to maintain a certain level of availability of the components
relevant to the power plant and other parameters related to the performance of the relevant components in the power plant (including an
undertaking regarding emissions). As part of the New Rotem Maintenance Agreement, the timetable for maintenance work for the power plant
was extended such that maintenance work will be executed in the power plant every 25,000 working hours (approximately three years) as
compared to every two years under the current agreement.
Maintenance work in 2023 and 2024
Rotem was shut down in March 2024 for scheduled maintenance which lasted approximately
17 days which had an adverse effect on its results for 2024 compared 2023. Despite the maintenance work, sales of electricity to
customers continued as Rotem purchased electricity from the System Operator in order to meet the full demand by its customers during the
shutdown. The next significant maintenance work is scheduled to take place in 2025, during which the plant’s operations are expected
to be suspended for approximately 45 days. This schedule could change as a result of various factors including, among others, the scope
of operation of the power plant, security developments in Israel, infrastructure constraints or rescheduled works with the maintenance
contractor which could adversely affect the operations of Rotem and OPC.
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Hadera
Hadera operates a cogeneration power station in Israel, with capacity of approximately
144 MW. The cogeneration power plant reached its COD on July 1, 2020. Hadera holds a license for generation of electricity using cogeneration
technology, which has been granted by the EA for a period of 20 years which may be extended by an additional 10 years. Hadera also holds
the supply license which is in effect for as long as Hadera holds a valid generation license.
Hadera
owns the Hadera Energy Center, which consists of boilers and a steam turbine. The Hadera Energy Center currently serves as back-up for
the Hadera power plant’s supply of steam and its turbine is not currently operating (and is not expected to operate with generation
of more than 16MW). Hadera power plant is “dual‑fuels” generator of electricity (capable of using both natural gas and
diesel oil, in its operations, subject to the required adjustments).
Hadera entered commercial operation following the power plant’s construction delay.
In July 2024, Hadera received a lump sum from its insurers in connection with loss of income due to the delay in to Hadera’s COD.
Below is a description of some of the key elements of Hadera’s operations:
Sales of Electricity and Steam
Hadera’s power plant supplies the electricity and steam needs of Infinya’s
facility and provides electricity to private customers in Israel. It also sells electricity to the IEC. The power plant operates using
natural gas as its energy source, and diesel oil and crude oil as backups. In order to benefit from the fixed arrangements for cogeneration
electricity producers, each generation unit in a power plant must meet the minimum energy utilization conditions set forth in the Cogeneration
Regulations, and if it does not meet them, other less favorable tariff arrangements will apply. Hadera is entitled to sell at a tariff,
the formula for the calculation of which is predetermined and includes USD mechanisms for linkage to various parameters, including Hadera’s
gas price (including taxes), the CPI and the exchange rate). Following the revision of the demand hours clusters resolution, the mid-peak
demand hour cluster was cancelled, and the off-peak hours were expanded so as to reduce the System Operator’s purchase obligation
from Hadera. The annual tariff is set according to the actual quantity of electricity provided during on-peak hours; no adjustments were
made following the decision to change the demand hours clusters.
Hadera has a long-term PPA with Infinya, as part of which Hadera provides the entire
electricity and steam needs of Infinya Plants, which are located close to the Hadera power plant. The Hadera power plant has a direct
power line to Infinya plants.
In addition to the Hadera power plant, Hadera owns the Energy Center (boilers and turbine
on the premises of the Infinya plants), which is located on the premises of Infinya plants. The Energy Center serves as backup for supply
of steam from the Hadera power plant.
In addition, the Hadera power plant supplies electricity to additional private customers
and to the System Operator.
Gas Supply Agreements
Hadera is party to agreements with the Tamar Group and Energean for the supply of natural
gas. See further details in “
—OPC’s Raw Materials and Suppliers—Israel—Gas
Supply Agreements
”
Gas Transmission Agreement
Infinya entered into an agreement with INGL for transmission of natural gas to the Hadera
Energy Center in 2007. Following the acquisition of Hadera’s shares in 2015, the agreement was assigned to Hadera. The terms and
conditions of the gas transmission agreement to Hadera are essentially the same as those of Rotem’s gas transmission agreement.
In December 2015, the transmission agreement was amended for gas transmission to the Hadera Power Plant to be arranged through a new pressure
reduction and measurement station (“PRMS”) located near the Hadera plant. The agreement expires on the earlier of: (i) 16
years from the commercial operation date of the PRMS; (ii) expiry of the INGL license (August 1, 2034); or (iii) termination of the agreement
in accordance with its terms and conditions. In addition, Hadera has the option to extend the agreement period by an additional 5 years.
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Maintenance Agreement
In June 2016, Hadera entered into a maintenance agreement with General Electric International
Ltd., or GEI, and GE Global Parts Products GmbH pursuant to which these two companies provide maintenance treatments for the two
gas turbines of GEI, generators and auxiliary facilities of the Hadera plant for a period commencing on the COD until the earlier of:
(i) the date on which all of the covered units have reached the end-date of their performance and (ii) 25 years from the date of signing
the service agreement.
Maintenance work in 2023 and 2024
In 2023, planned and unplanned maintenance work was conducted in the power plant’s
gas turbine over an aggregate period of approximately 40 days. During the maintenance work, the power plant continued to operate on a
partial basis. Certain planned maintenance work took place in 2024 in one of the gas turbines and the steam turbine, which took approximately
35 days in total.
Zomet
Zomet owns a natural gas-fired open-cycle power station in Israel with capacity of approximately
396 MW. The Zomet plant is a “peaking” facility and all capacity is sold to the IEC. OPC Israel owns 100% of the shares of
Zomet. The Zomet plant reached COD in June 2023 and the EA has granted an electricity generation license to Zomet for a period of
20 years.
Below is a description of some of the key elements of Zomet’s operations:
Sales of Electricity
As opposed to generation facilities with an integrated cycle that operates during most
of the hours in the year, the Zomet plant is an open-cycle power plant (peaker plant). Peaker plants are generally planned to operate
for a short number of hours during the day, where there is a gap in the demand and supply of electricity, e.g., at peak demand times.
They act as backup plants whose purpose is to provide availability in times of peak demand, such as when other generation facilities break
down, or as supplements when solar energy is unavailable. Therefore, as opposed to Rotem and Hadera, which enter into PPAs to sell power
to private customers, Zomet sells all of its energy and capacity from its facilities to Noga (acting as a peaker plant) in accordance
with the power purchase agreement based on an approved Zomet tariff.
In January 2020, Zomet entered into a PPA with the IEC (which has since notified OPC
that the PPA has been assigned to Noga), or the Zomet PPA. The term of the Zomet PPA is for 20 years from the power plant’s COD.
According to the terms of the Zomet PPA, (i) Zomet sells energy and capacity to the System Operator and the System Operator provides Zomet
infrastructure and management services for the electricity system, including back-up services, (ii) all of the Zomet plant’s capacity
will be sold pursuant to a fixed availability arrangement, which require compliance with criteria set out in relevant regulation, (iii)
the plant will be operated pursuant to the System Operator’s directives and (iv) Zomet will be required to comply with certain availability requirements
set out in its license and relevant regulation, and pay penalties for any non-compliance. Zomet plant’s entire capacity is allocated
to the System Operator pursuant to the terms of the Zomet PPA.
Gas Transmission Agreement
In December 2019, Zomet entered into an agreement with INGL for the transmission of
natural gas to the Zomet power plant. The agreement period is 15 years from piping of first gas (which started in December 2022), including
a 5-year extension option, subject to advance notice, under terms and conditions that are customary in gas transmission agreements signed
by INGL at that time. The agreement is subject to cancellation under certain conditions.
Maintenance Agreement
In December 2019, Zomet entered into a long-term maintenance agreement with PW Power
Systems LLC (“PW”). The cost of the Zomet maintenance agreement is part of the total estimated consideration of the agreement
with the power plant’s construction contractor, of approximately $300 million. The consideration in respect of the maintenance work
may increase in line with the maintenance work that will actually be required. Pursuant to the agreement, PW will provide maintenance
work on the Zomet plant generators, turbines, and additional equipment for a period of 20-years commencing on the COD of the Zomet plant.
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Maintenance work in 2023 and 2024
During 2024, Zomet was temporarily shut down to upgrade and replace a component of the
power plant’s turbines, which adversely affected Zomet’s results during the period. In addition, to mitigate the risk of operational
failure at the Zomet power plant due to a technical fault, which was detected and in coordination with the contractor, until the investigation
and repair of the fault are completed – the plant’s capacity has been reduced to approximately 85% of its capacity. OPC believes
that the process of investigating and repairing the fault is expected to end within approximately twelve months.
Tariff Arrangements
Pursuant to the generation license, Zomet is entitled to receive an capacity tariff
from the System Operator of between 5.7 and 6.5 agorot per kilowatt hour,
subject to the number
of ignitions. In addition, Zomet is entitled to an electricity and gas tariff based on the generation and purchase cost and pursuant to
the terms of the generation license and relevant EA regulation.
Gat Power Plant
The Gat Power Plant operates a combined cycle power station powered by conventional
energy, with installed capacity of approximately 75 MW. The Gat Power Plant began operations in November 2019, upon being awarded generation
and supply licenses by the EA. The Gat Power Plant is located in the Kiryat Gat area. The Gat Power Plant was acquired by OPC in March
2023.
Below is a description of some of the key aspects of Gat’s operations:
Sales of Electricity
The Gat Power Plant operates under a “limited capacity” regulatory framework,
in accordance with the applicable regulation for cogeneration producers which do not meet the cogeneration conditions as per the EA’s
resolution. Under the regulation, Gat is allowed to sell the electricity to electricity consumers, and to provide the remaining
generation capacity to the System Operator as capacity, under an annual capacity limit. The Gat Power Plant has a tariff approval from
the EA in connection with the receipt of capacity payments, where the total capacity payment is capped as per the license. Gat Power Plant’s
revenues from sale of energy are linked to the generation component; therefore, its profitability is affected by changes in the generation
component (revenues from provision of capacity are linked to the CPI).
Gas Supply Agreement
Gat is party to a natural gas supply agreement with the Tamar, which sets forth conditions
for the purchase of a minimum quantity of gas and other arrangements. See further details in “
—OPC’s
Raw Materials and Suppliers—Israel—Gas Supply Agreements
”.
Gas Transmission Agreement
In March 2012, the Gat Partnership and INGL signed an agreement for transmission of
natural gas to the Gat Partnership’s facilities. The agreement term is 15 years from each facility’s respective gas piping
date (June 2014 for the partnership’s facilities and June 2019 for the power plant’s facilities). The agreement includes a
5-year extension option for each of these periods, with prior notice, under the customary terms and conditions for the gas transmission
agreements INGL enters into at the time.
Operating and maintenance agreement
On January 29, 2017, the Gat Partnership and Siemens Israel Ltd. (“Siemens”)
entered into an operating and maintenance agreement in connection with the Gat Power Plant (the “Gat Operating and Maintenance Agreement”).
As part of the agreement, Siemens undertook to provide all operation and maintenance services to the Gat Power Plant, at an estimated
total cost of approximately NIS 207 million (approximately $57 million), which is paid over the term of the agreement, in accordance with
a formula set in the agreement. The term of Gat’s operating and maintenance agreement is 20 years or 170 thousand operating hours
from the commercial operation date, whichever is earlier, subject to early termination provisions in the agreement.
Following the commercial operation of the power plant, a dispute arose between the parties
regarding the Gat Partnership’s right to receive a discount on the quarterly payment to Siemens, in accordance with the provisions
of the Gat Operating and Maintenance Agreement. Gat’s position is that a discount should apply to the payment, and Siemens disputes
this position. The power plant qualifies for a discount application if it works on a partial operation regime solely for the production
and sale of electricity. Siemens claims that the power plant switched to a full cogeneration regime and therefore does not qualify for
a discount. The parties commenced an arbitration proceeding which is ongoing and there is no certainty that the decision would be favorable
for Gat. If it is ruled that Gat is not entitled to a discount, it will be required to pay the difference in the payment amounts for previous
periods in respect of maintenance and operation services provided to the power plant, and increase the payment amounts under the agreement
going forward, i.e., without applying the discount. The parties have been assessing the possibility of resolving the dispute with a settlement
in order to avoid an arbitration proceeding.
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Maintenance work in 2024
During 2024, Gat underwent unscheduled maintenance work from July 2024, due to a malfunction
which had resulted in the power plant’s operations being shut down and which had an adverse effect on its results for the year,
resuming regular operations in November 2024. The Gat Power Plant is powered solely by natural gas.
Tariff arrangement
The Gat Power Plant’s revenues from sale of energy are linked to the generation
component; therefore, its profitability is affected by changes in the generation component (revenues from provision of capacity are linked
to the CPI). The power plant’s operating expenses include the costs of natural gas, fixed and variable expenses to the operation
contractor, and general and administrative expenses.
The Gat Power Plant is subject to the cogeneration regulations pursuant to which, among
other things, the EA set an arrangement (“a hedged availability transaction”) for electricity producers which no longer meet
the conditions required for a cogeneration facility. The EA has approved a tariff arrangement which defines the capacity tariffs, to which
the Gat Power Plant is entitled from the System Operator. The capacity payment is capped.
Distributed Energy
Agreements for construction of energy-generation facilities on consumers’
premises
OPC entered into a number of agreements (including under a tender of the EA),
pursuant to which OPC constructs and operates energy generation facilities on the consumer’s premises using mainly gas-fired electricity
generation facilities and electricity storage facilities. As part of the arrangements, OPC is typically given the right to construct generation
facilities, while undertaking to meet planned commercial operation dates subject to conditions, which may differ between agreements; these
conditions include meeting various milestones in the project's life (such as, among others, obtaining permits, connecting to the natural
gas distribution grid or to the electrical grid).
The engagements with each of consumers may include (as the case may be) OPC commitments
in connection with construction and operation of the generation facilities, including timetables for execution, connection of the facilities
to the electrical grid, and if the facility is gas-powered also to the natural gas distribution grid, and responsibility for certain results
with respect to certain agreements. OPC will typically operate the facilities and will use them to generate electricity which will be
supplied to the grid and/or to consumers, in accordance with its discretion, and in accordance with the different commercial arrangements
for periods of 15 to 25 years from the commercial operation date of the generation facilities, subject to an early termination option,
as set forth in the agreements with each consumer.
Generally, the agreements with consumers are based on a discount on the generation component
and a savings on the grid tariff, and other arrangements (which depend, in certain cases, on the nature of the project), including payments
in respect of the award of the rights to the land and various arrangements related to the construction and operation of the facilities.
Most of the consumers are concurrently engaged in PPAs with Rotem or Hadera. OPC believes that the construction of generation facilities
adjacent to the consumer benefits the consumers in terms of the electricity they consume while saving grid resources.
OPC signed a master agreement to purchase motors for the generation facilities in order
to execute the relevant projects. In addition, during 2024, OPC entered into construction agreements with construction contractors, and
into equipment supply agreements and agreements for the maintenance of the engines for some of the projects. The construction of several
projects was completed, and they either obtained a commercial operation approval or are in different stages of testing and connection
to the grid. The remaining projects are in various development stages (planning and permits, testing/connection to electricity and gas
infrastructure, or construction). As for the projects for which not all permits have been obtained (such as building permits), their completion,
construction, and operation are subject to receipt of the permits. Accordingly, there is no certainty that all the projects will be executed,
nor is there certainty as to their date of completion, if indeed they are completed.
In addition, OPC entered into separate, independent agreements with different scopes
and terms and conditions agreed to with each consumer, which may materialize at different times. In OPC’s opinion, generally, each
of these engagements is not, and is not expected to be, material to OPC.
The total scope of OPC's investment will depend on the scope of the engagements with
consumers.
Gnrgy
In August 2024, the minority shareholder in Gnrgy Ltd. purchased OPC’s interest
in the company in accordance with the terms of the separation agreement.
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Projects Under Construction and in Development in Israel
Overview
The following table sets forth summary operational information regarding OPC’s
projects under construction and in development in Israel.
Israel—Projects under Construction and in Development
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Power plants / energy generation facilities
|
Status
|
Capacity
(MW) |
Location
|
Technology
|
Expected commercial operation date
|
Main customer/ consumer
|
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Sorek 2
|
Under construction
|
Approximately 87
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On the premises of the Sorek B seawater desalination facility
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Natural gas—Cogeneration
|
First half of 2025
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Onsite consumers and the System Operator
|
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Energy generation facilities on consumers’ premises
|
Various stages of development/construction
|
Total agreements with an aggregate capacity of approximately 79 MW, of which approximately
28 MW are in various construction and development stages (of which 16 MW have completed the construction work and have not yet commenced
commercial operation)
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On the premises of consumers throughout Israel
|
Natural gas, renewable energy (solar) and storage
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Gradually in accordance with the development stages of each project
|
Onsite consumers and the System Operator
|
Key details regarding projects in development
in Israel
|
Power plant/ energy
generation facilities |
Status
|
Location
|
Technology
|
Additional details
|
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The Ramat Beka Solar Project
|
Advanced Development
|
Neot Hovav Local Industrial Council
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Photovoltaic with integrated storage
|
In May 2023 and June 2024, OPC power plants won two tenders of Israeli land authority for planning and
construction of facilities for generation of electricity using renewable energy using photovoltaic technology with storage, on a number
of adjacent sites. OPC estimates the proximity of the sites on which it won two of the tenders constitutes a significant unique advantage
for it would be expected to permit physical project consecutiveness, allow for savings on central (joint) costs, increase the certainty
with respect to the feasibility and characteristics of the projects and advance the conditions required for ultimate execution and connection
to the transmission network in the framework of an overall plan having a significant scope. Subject to advancement of appropriate development
processes, it will be possible to act in order to advance a consolidated project having about 500 megawatts per hour plus storage capacity
estimated at about 2,760 megawatts per hour, and an estimated cost of about NIS 4.0 – 4.2 billion, on a cumulative basis. For the
sites of the two tenders. Subject to completion of all the transactions, development processes, planning and licensing along with receipt
of the required approvals, the start of the construction stage is expected to be in 2026–2027. In September 2024, OPC’s subsidiary
completed a payment to the ILA of approximately NIS 178 million (approximately $48 million), which constitutes 20% of the total consideration
in respect of the two plots of land in the additional tender. To the best of OPC’s knowledge, government authorization was received
for advancement of the plan to the State National Infrastructures Board.
|
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Solar and storage projects
|
Initial
development |
Kibbutzim/Moshavim
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Photovoltaic in combination with storage
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OPC entered into agreements with interest holders in land (rural settlements – moshavim and kibbutzim)
who hold interest in land of potential sites for combined storage solar projects. OPC entered into agreements for the construction of
solar facilities with estimated aggregate capacity of approximately 215 MW and approximately 1,100 MWh.
|
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Intel
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Initial development
|
Gat
|
Conventional
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On March 3, 2024, OPC Power Plants signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Intel Electronics
(“Intel”), an OPC existing customer, pursuant to which OPC Israel will construct and operate a power plant, which will supply
electricity to Intel’s facilities, including expansion of the facilities currently being constructed, for a period of 20 years from
the operation date.
|
For details on the status of Hadera 2 project, see “
—Description
of Projects Under Construction and in Development—Hadera 2
” below.
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Description of Projects Under Construction and in Development
Set forth below is a description of OPC Israel’s projects under construction and
in development.
OPC has entered into agreements, including under a tender of the ILA, pursuant to which
OPC constructs and operates energy generation facilities on the consumer’s premises using mainly gas-fired electricity generation
facilities and electricity storage facilities. As part of the arrangements, OPC was given the right to construct generation facilities,
while undertaking to meet planned commercial operation dates. The engagements with each consumer include timetables for execution, connection
of the facilities to the electrical grid, and if the facility is gas-powered also to the natural gas distribution grid, and in some, responsibility
for certain results. As a general matter, OPC will operate the facilities and will use them to generate electricity which will be supplied
to the grid and/or to consumers, at OPC’s discretion, and in accordance with the different commercial arrangements for periods of
15 to 25 years from the commercial operation date of the generation facilities, subject to an early termination option, as set forth in
the agreements with each consumer.
The agreements with consumers are based on a discount to the generation component and
a savings on the grid tariff, and other arrangements including payments in respect of the award of the rights to the land and various
arrangements related to the construction and operation of the facilities. Most of the consumers are concurrently party to PPAs with Rotem
or Hadera. OPC believes that the construction of generation facilities adjacent to the consumer benefits the consumers in terms of the
electricity they consume while saving grid resources.
OPC signed a master agreement to purchase motors for the generation facilities for projects.
In addition, OPC also entered into construction agreements with construction contractors, and into equipment supply agreements and agreements
for the maintenance of the engines for some of the projects. The construction of several projects has been completed, and they either
obtained a commercial operation approval or are in different stages of testing and connection to the grid; the remaining projects are
in various development stages (planning and permits, testing/connection to electricity and gas infrastructure, or construction). As for
the projects for which not all permits have been obtained (such as building permits), their completion, construction, and operation are
subject to receipt of the permits.
As of December 31, 2024, OPC’s investment in such generation facilities amounted
to approximately NIS 98 million (approximately $27 million).
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Solar and storage projects
OPC Israel works to develop storage-incorporated solar projects in land owned by
kibbutzim
and
moshavim
, using photovoltaic technology in combination with storage, including agrivoltaic
projects. OPC Israel entered into agreements with holders interests in the land (“Land Interest Holders") where solar projects may
potentially be constructed. OPC has signed the agreements for the construction of solar plants with an estimated aggregate capacity of
approximately 215 MW and approximately 1,100 MWh in storage. The agreements are mostly option agreements under which OPC Israel may develop
and promote solar electricity generation facility construction and operation projects, using photovoltaic technology with integrated storage
facilities. Generally, in accordance with the agreements, upon exercise of the option by OPC Israel, a joint special-purpose corporation
will be established with the Land Interest Holders, which will own the production facility; the corporation will be held as required by
law in respect of the settlements’ right to the land, including by virtue of the ILA’s resolutions regarding the holding of
agricultural land, as they shall be from time to time. In addition, OPC Israel is responsible for the development, licensing, management,
financing, construction, maintenance and operation of the solar production facilities; and OPC will be given priority to purchase the
electricity produced in the solar facilities in accordance with the arrangements set forth in the agreements. The collaboration agreements
with the Land Interest Holders generally include payment to the Land Interest Holders with respect of the use of the land (including payments
during the option period under agreed terms and conditions), and an option given to the Land Interest Holders to participate - to a limited
extent - in the project’s profits, while bearing the project costs and operating the project under the conditions set forth in the
agreement. Generally, such agreements include arrangements regarding the management of the special-purpose corporation, arrangements regarding
development expenses, representation on the board of directors and decision-making (and the Land Interest Holders will be entitled to
certain minority interests), arrangements regarding the financing of the project (including the provision of financing and own capital
by OPC Israel for this purpose, including for Land Interest Holders’ rights under certain circumstances ), arrangement for bearing
various costs and collaboration arrangements for developing and constructing the project.
The solar electricity production activity of independent electricity producers and the
supply of such electricity to customers is regulated under the Electricity Sector Law and the regulations promulgated thereunder, by virtue
of which provisions, regulations, tenders and resolutions of the Israeli Electricity Authority are published, which determine, among other
things, the construction and licensing procedures for the purpose of executing the activities and the conditions for their execution.
Furthermore, the construction of solar plants is subject to obtaining approvals from regulatory bodies and various institutions (such
as the Israel Land Authority, municipalities, planning and construction bodies and various government ministries).
These solar projects are designated to supply electricity to customers in accordance
with the terms of the applicable regulations (as they will be at the relevant dates).
The projects are under initial development stages and their completion, construction
and operation are subject to obtaining all permits, to planning and licensing procedures and to ensuring connection to the grid, terms
of engagement with major suppliers (including lenders), final costs for development, construction and equipment, and completion of construction
work. Accordingly, there is no certainty that all the projects will be executed, all of their characteristics, or their date of completion.
In 2024, OPC entered into construction agreements with construction contractors and
into equipment supply agreements and agreements for the maintenance of the engines and solar panels (as well as storage batteries) for
some of the projects.
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Sorek 2
In May 2020, Sorek 2 (a special-purpose company wholly-owned by OPC) signed an agreement
with SMS IDE Ltd. (“IDE”), which won a tender from the State of Israel for the construction, operation, maintenance and transfer
of a seawater desalination facility on the Sorek B site (the “Desalination Facility”), whereby Sorek 2 is to supply equipment,
construct, operate, and maintain a natural gas-powered energy generation facility on Sorek B site, with a production capacity of 87 MW
(the “Sorek Generation Facility”), and supply the energy required for the Desalination Facility for a period that will end
on the shorter of (i) 24 years and 11 months from the Desalination Facility’s commercial operation date or (ii) 27 years and 9 months
from the date on which the franchise agreement is signed, being March 15, 2048. At the end of this period, ownership of the Sorek 2 Generation
Facility will be transferred to the State of Israel. OPC estimates that construction of the plant would be completed and commercial operation
date would be in the first half of 2025.
Sorek 2’s engagement with IDE includes, among other things, Sorek 2’s undertakings
to construct the facility by the later of: (i) 24 months of the date of approval of National Infrastructures Plan 36A (which became effective
in December 2021) or (ii) within four months from the date on which the construction of the gas pipeline is completed, including obtaining
the required permits, and the supply of gas to the power plant has commenced. The construction of the Sorek Generation Facility will be
undertaken by Sorek 2 as an IPP contractor (subcontractor of the concessionaire) under the BOT (build, operate, transfer) agreement of
the Desalination Facility. The Sorek Generation Facility is expected to be established under the framework of the EA’s resolution
on the “Arrangement for High Voltage Producers Connected to the Grid that are Established without a Tender”, and the capacity
remaining beyond the consumption of the Desalination Facility is designated to be sold to the onsite consumer and the System Operator.
In December 2024, Sorek 2 signed a PPA agreement with the System Operator, which regulates Sorek 2’s right to sell the System Operator’s
capacity and energy, and the terms and conditions for such a sale. The PPA became effective on its signing date for a period of 20 years
of the date that commercial operation of the generation facility commences.
To secure Sorek 2’s commitments under the Sorek 2’s IPP agreement, OPC provided
IDE with a guarantee that will remain valid throughout the term of the agreement. In connection with the project, Sorek 2 also entered
into the equipment supply agreement (which was subsequently assigned to the construction contractor) for the supply of the gas turbine
and related equipment (the “Equipment Supply Agreement”), and a maintenance agreement with General Electric (“GE”)
group. OPC estimates that the construction cost of the Sorek 2 project, including its share in the construction agreement and the equipment
supply agreement, which constitute most of the cost for the project (excluding the long-term maintenance agreement), is approximately
$42 million.
On June 4, 2024, the EA issued a tariff approval for Sorek 2 in accordance with the
EA’s resolution dated March 6, 2019, on the “Arrangement for High Voltage Producers Connected to the Grid that are Established
without a Tender”. The financial closing’s completion was obtained on June 6, 2024 as confirmed by the EA. According
to the tariff approval, Sorek 2 will be eligible to the fixed tariffs as part of the tariff approval, in respect of sale of capacity and
energy to Noga, for a period of twenty years commencing on the date of receipt of the permanent generation license and the commercial
operation date, provided that it meets the deadlines for commercial operation of the Sorek generation facility, the generation license
is valid, in accordance with the resolutions of the EA, the rules of transactions, covenants and tariff tables.
Currently, certain actions and conditions associated with the construction and operation
of the project have not been completed. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2023, the construction contractor of the Sorek 2 project
delivered a force majeure notification due to outbreak of the War in Israel. The construction work, its completion the commercial operation
date and the costs involved with the construction could be adversely impacted by the War, according to which delays are expected in the
time frames due to, among other things, difficulties in the arrival of foreign work teams to the site, professionals’ departures,
and the arrival of equipment to the site. Following an escalation of the War, in 2024, notices were received from BHI CO Ltd (“BHI”)
and GE regarding evacuation of the contractors’ migrant workers from Israel due to security situation. Upon receipt of the notice,
OPC delivered BHI’s notice to IDE and to the government, and clarified that due to the War it expects delays in time frames and
in the completion of the construction work. Given that the War continues, other effects and/or damages may arise in the future due to
War. OPC is collecting additional data about the event and its effects and maintains contact with the government and the contractor to
assess the influences and their effects on the time frames for the construction of the project and the costs arising therefrom (which
may increase). Sorek 2 is taking action to obtain adequate extensions, which have not yet been received. The EA extended project completion
dates due to the defense (security) situation such that an extension of two months was allowed for date of the financial closing. OPC
is currently assessing the impact of force majeure events on the timeline of OPC’s obligations under the engagement and on the timeframe
for the construction of the project as well as commitment to supply energy at a certain capacity and scope to the desalination facility.
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Hadera 2
In April 2017, OPC was authorized by the Israeli Government to seek authority for zoning
of the land for a natural gas-fired power station on land owned by Infinya near the Hadera power plant. OPC Hadera Expansion Ltd. (“Hadera
Expansion”), an OPC subsidiary, is party to an option agreement with Infinya to lease the relevant land, which was extended until
the end of 2022. In December 2022, Hadera 2 and Infinya signed an agreement for extending the project’s land lease period to a 5-year
period, at an average cost which is not material to OPC, and the provisions of the lease agreement that will apply if the option is exercised
were revised.
These plots of lands would provide OPC with land that can be used with tenders but OPC
would still require licenses to proceed with any projects on this land. In April 2024, the Israeli Government rejected the plan to construct
a power plant on land adjacent to the power plant in Hadera 2. In June 2024, Hadera 2 petitioned to the Israeli High Court of Justice
regarding the reversal of the aforementioned government resolution and plan approval. On December 12, 2024, an order
nisi
was handed down by the High Court of Justice, instructing the government to explain why the plan ought not to be submitted to the National
Infrastructure Board for further discussion, and alternatively, explain why that plan is not authorized. A hearing for the petition is
scheduled to take place in April 2025.
In addition, OPC may examine possibilities for expanding its electricity generation
activities by means of construction of power plants and/or acquisition of power plants (including in renewable energy) in its existing
and/or new geographies.
Ramat Beka Solar Project
In May 2023, an OPC subsidiary won a tender of the ILA to develop renewable energy electricity
generation facilities using photovoltaic technology in combination with storage with an option to acquire lease rights for land in Israel
for construction in three areas in Neot Hovav Industrial Local Council, with a total area of approximately 2,270 dunams. The total amount
of the bid was approximately NIS 484 million (approximately $133 million). Pursuant to the terms of the first tender, in the third quarter
of 2023, 20% of the total consideration was paid in respect of an authorization and planning agreement. This amount will not be refunded
in the event the project’s development and planning procedures fail to develop into an authorized plan and lease agreements are
not signed.
On June 30, 2024, OPC was announced the winning bidder in an additional tender of ILA
in connection with two sites with an aggregate area of about 1,617 dunams located adjacent to sites the subsidiary won in the previous
tender (the “second tender”). OPC’s bids amounted to approximately NIS 890 million (approximately $236 million), in
the aggregate, for the two areas in the second tender. OPC believes that the proximity of the sites for the two tenders are expected to
enable a consolidated project with estimated aggregate capacity of approximately 500 MWh and estimated storage capacity of approximately
2,760 MWh, and an estimated cost of about NIS 4.5 – 4.9 billion (approximately $1.2 - $1.3 million) resulting in certain cost savings,
increasing the certainty as to the feasibility and characteristics of the projects, and positively impacting the conditions required for
the execution of the projects and connection to the transmission grid.
In accordance with the second tender, in September 2024, OPC’s subsidiary completed
a payment to the ILA of approximately NIS 178 million (approximately $49 million), which constitutes 20% of the total consideration in
respect of the two plots of land in the additional tender, in connection with a three-year planning authorization agreement (which has
not been signed, and which may, under certain circumstances and subject to additional payment by OPC's subsidiary, be extended by up to
12 months).
On July 23, 2024, OPC Power Plants received purchase tax assessments in connection
with the previous tender amounting to approximately NIS 29 million (approximately $8 million). OPC Power Plants disagrees with
the Israel Tax Authority’s position and its financial demands as included in the purchase tax assessments, due to, among other things,
OPC’s position that the arrangement as per the Israel Land Authority’s tender does not establish a “right in land”.
OPC Power Plants appealed the purchase tax assessment. OPC believes that since the chances of its position being allowed are higher than
the chances that it will be dismissed, no provision was made in respect of the assessment amount.
Power plant for Intel Israel facilities
. In
March 2024, a subsidiary of OPC entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (the “MoU”) with Intel, an existing
customer of OPC, pursuant to which OPC’s subsidiary will construct and operate a power plant with a capacity of at least 450 MW
(and up to 650 MW) (the “Intel Project”). The Project will supply electricity to Intel’s facilities in Gat, including
an expansion of the facilities which is currently taking place, for a period of 20 years from the commercial operation date.
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The MoU includes provisions regarding promotion of the development and planning of the
Intel Project, acquisition of the rights to land, and collaboration of the parties to obtain the required permits in connection with the
Intel Project. In addition, the MoU includes arrangements regarding the tariff that will be paid to OPC’s subsidiary, which is based
on rates that reflect a discount to the generation component tariff (based on the size and the Intel Project’s characteristics)
and other provisions that will be included in a detailed agreement that the parties are expected to enter into.
The parties have been engaged in taking steps to advance project’s development
and planning process and entry into project-related agreements. Such steps included receipt of a planning survey, certification of interest
in the land, and the Planning Administration’s planning recommendation for the purpose of obtaining the government’s authorization
to commence the process of a National Infrastructure Plan approval. OPC believes that the government’s certification has been issued.
OPC estimates that the construction cost of the Intel Project will be approximately $1.3 million to $1.5 million per MW, and that subject
to the completion of the development and planning procedures, the Intel Project is expected to reach the construction stage during 2026-2027.
Sorek tender
. In February 2023, OPC received
a notification that it successfully passed the preliminary screening stage in the tender for the execution of a PPP project for the financing,
planning, construction, operation, maintenance and delivery to the government of a gas-fired dual-fuel power plant that is planned to
be built in Sorek, with a capacity of 600-900 MW, with a future expansion option, as decided by the EA.
On February 21, 2024 the EA published a resolution which provides that one CCGT
unit will be constructed with a capacity of 630-900 MW under ISO conditions, which will operate according to the Trade Rules in the covenants,
and under a capacity tariff according to the winning bid in the tender.
A further EA resolution of March 18, 2024 stipulates that OPC Power Plants complies
with the Market Concentration Regulations with regard to the Sorek tender, thereby accepting the Market Concentration Committee’s
recommendations and stipulating that the bidders (including OPC Power Plants) comply with the requirements regarding aggregate concentration.
On September 26, 2024 OPC Power Plants submitted its tender, and on December 18, 2024 it was served with a notice from the Tenders Committee,
announcing that a third party is the winning bidder and that OPC Power Plants is the “second eligible” bidder. OPC Power Plants’
bid shall remain in effect in accordance with the tender documents, and if the announcement of the winning bidder or the engagement therewith
is cancelled, the Tenders Committee may announce the “second eligible” bidder as the winning bidder, all subject to and in
accordance with the tender documents.
OPC has participated in the past and will consider participating in future tenders,
including the IEC tenders. However, there is no certainty that OPC will participate in such tenders or that it will be successful.
United States
OPC’s operations in the United States consist of the operations of CPV, which
was acquired in January 2021 by an entity in which OPC indirectly holds a 70.5% interest (not including profit participation for management
and employees of CPV) from Global Infrastructure Management, LLC.
CPV is engaged in the development, construction and management of renewable energy and
natural gas-fired power plants in the United States (which are part of the energy transition process to low-emission energy production,
referred to as "Energy Transition"). CPV was founded in 1999 and since the date of its establishment it has initiated and constructed
power plants having an aggregate capacity of approximately 17 GW, of which approximately 5 GW consists of renewable energy and
another approximately 12 GW from Energy Transition power plants.
In August 2024, subsidiaries of CPV entered into agreements with Harrison Street, a
U.S. private equity fund to invest a total of $300 million in CPV Renewables for 33.33% of the equity interests of CPV Renewables. For
further details about the investment in CPV Renewables, please see “
Item 4.B. Business Overview—Our
Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—United States—Description of CPV operations—Equity
Investment in CPV Renewables
.”
CPV holds rights in commercially operational power plants it developed and constructed
over the past years (both conventional, natural gas-fired and renewable energy), as well as in renewable energy projects, projects with
carbon capture potential and gas-fired power plants under construction and in early development stages, with a total capacity of approximately
11,160 MW, of which 8,090 MW is CPV’s share.
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Below is a description of CPV’s main areas of operation:
Renewable
Energy—
OPC
is engaged in the development, construction and management of renewable energy power plants (both solar and wind) in the United States
through CPV Group. After giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables to the Investor, the CPV Group’s
share of two operational power plants operated using wind energy is approximately 156 MW out of 234 MW and its proportionate share of
two active solar power plants is 152 MWdc out of 228 MWdc and its proportionate share in one solar project under construction is 119 MWdc
out of 179 MWdc and its proportionate share in one of wind project under construction is approximately 76 MW out of 114 MW. CPV Group
manages and develops renewable energy activity via primarily CPV Renewable Power LLC which was established specifically for that purpose.
In 2024, the CPV signed agreements with tax equity partners in respect of Stagecoach and Backbone projects respectively.
Energy Transition—
OPC is engaged in the
development, construction and management of power plants powered by conventional energy (natural gas) in the United States through the
CPV Group, and holds rights in operational gas-fired power plants and gas-fired power plants under construction, which the CPV Group developed
and built, with a total capacity of all six operating power plants of 5,303 MW (the CPV Group’s share is 2,015 MW) (including the
increased interests in existing holdings acquired during 2024), which are part of the Energy Transition. The operational power plants
and the power plants under construction are held through subsidiaries and associates. The CPV Group’s conventional gas-fired activity
is managed by CPV Power Holdings.
In 2024, CPV increased holdings stakes in Shore (68.8%)
and Maryland (75%) plants. During the first quarter of 2025, CPV entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an additional 20% interest
in Shore, and now holds approximately 90% of Shore.
CPV Additional Activities —
the CPV
Group is engaged in the development of carbon capturing electricity generation projects (the “Low Carbon Projects”) and retail
power supply to commercial and industrial consumers. In early 2023, CPV Group established retail power supply activity through CPV Retail
Energy, which serves as a retail electric provider for commercial and industrial customers in states within the PJM Market. In 2024, CPV
Retail Energy grew its sales significantly from 2023. During 2023 and 2024, CPV Retail Energy executed contracts with approximately 200
and 564 customers, respectively, and its total sales volume increased from 0.1 to 0.5 TWh. CPV Retail Energy fixes the price of purchased
power with hedging transactions.
CPV Group Strategy
Set forth below is CPV’s strategy, as published in OPC’s 2024 annual report.
The CPV Group’s strategy focuses on promoting energy transition in the United
States through the following:
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• |
Developing and operating renewable energy projects by
developing and constructing new
renewable projects focused in markets where renewable demand outstrips supply and optimizing the performance and returns of CPV’s
operating renewable platform.
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• |
Energy Transition and Low Carbon Projects for dispatchable electricity generation:
for example,
by continued operation of the CPV Group’s efficient natural gas power plants to supply electricity and supporting the reliability
of the grid, reaching construction phase of Basin Ranch natural gas power plant and continuing to develop Low Carbon Projects to support
the expected increase in demand while maintaining grid reliability, and identifying opportunities to increase CPV Group's holdings in
certain power plants.
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• |
Vertical integration by
growing retail electric sales to commercial and industrial customers
interested in reducing their carbon footprint by supplying from the CPV Group’s projects or the market, and developing and implementing
ESG goals consistent with the CPV Group’s business strategy to drive alignment between financial goals and company values.
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Electricity generation and supply using conventional technologies and renewables
The table below sets forth an overview of CPV’s power plants that were in commercial
operation as of December 31, 2024.
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Project
|
Location
|
Installed
Capacity (MW) |
CPV
ownership interest |
Year of
commercial operation |
Type of
project/ technology / client |
Regulated
market |
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Fairview
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Pennsylvania
|
1,050
|
25%
|
2019
|
Gas-fired, combined cycle
|
PJM
MAAC |
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Towantic
|
Connecticut
|
805
|
26%
|
2018
|
Gas-fired (with dual fuel), Combined cycle
|
ISO-NE CT
|
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Maryland
|
Maryland
|
745
|
75%
(1)
|
2017
|
Gas-fired, Combined cycle
|
PJM SW MAAC
|
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Shore
|
New Jersey
|
725
|
68.8%
(1)(2)
|
2016
|
Gas-fired, Combined cycle
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PJM EMAAC
|
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Valley
|
New York
|
720
|
50%
|
2018
|
Gas-fired, Combined cycle
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NYISO Zone G
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Three Rivers
|
Illinois
|
1,258
|
10%
|
2023
(3)
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Natural gas, combined cycle
|
PJM
|
Renewable Energy Projects (held by CPV Renewables)
(4)
|
Keenan II
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Oklahoma
|
152
|
66.7%
(5)
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2010
|
Wind
|
SPP (Long-term PPA)
|
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Mountain Wind
(6)
|
Maine
|
82
|
66.7%
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Between 2008 and 2017
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Wind (4 wind power plants)
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ISO-NE market
|
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Maple Hill
|
Pennsylvania
|
126 MWdc
|
66.7%
(7)
(subject to tax equity partner’s share) |
Second half of 2023
|
Solar
|
PJM
MAAC + PA SRECs |
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Stagecoach
|
Georgia
|
102 MWdc
|
66.7%
(8)
(subject to tax equity partner’s share) |
First half of 2024
|
Solar
|
SERC
|
| (1) |
In October 2024, CPV Group completed the acquisition of an additional 25% interest in Maryland and entered into agreements for the
acquisition of an additional 31% interest in Shore and additional 25% in Maryland were signed These acquisitions were completed in the
fourth quarter of 2024, as a result of which, as of December 31, 2024, CPV Group held approximately 68.8% in Shore and approximately 75%
in Maryland.
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| (2) |
During the first quarter of 2025, CPV entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an additional 20% interest in Shore, and now holds
approximately 90% of Shore.
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| (3) |
Three Rivers power plant, which commenced commercial operation in July 2023, is entitled to receive capacity payments from June 2023.
|
| (4) |
On August 16, 2024, subsidiaries of CPV entered into agreements with Harrison Street, a U.S. private equity fund in the field of
infrastructure, pursuant to which the Investor would invest a total $300 million in CPV Renewables for 33.33% of the equity interests
in CPV Renewables, which holds 100% in CPV’s renewable projects under construction and in development.
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| (5) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor.
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| (6) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor.
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| (7) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the Investor’s investment in CPV Renewables. In addition,
in May 2023, the CPV Group entered into an agreement with a “tax equity partner” for an investment in the project. The tax
equity partner completed its $82 million investment on December 15, 2023. The agreement gives the tax equity partner the option to sell
its equity to CPV Group for a specified amount.
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| (8) |
Represents CPV’s holding in the project after giving effect to the sale of 33.33% of the equity interests in CPV Renewables
to the Investor. In addition, on May 13, 2024, the CPV Group entered into an agreement with a “tax equity partner” for an
investment in the project of approximately $52 million, which was completed after the project reached commercial operation in the second
quarter of 2024. According to the agreement and as of the project’s completion date, the tax equity partner funded an investment
of approximately $43 million, with approximately $9 million to be funded over the term of the agreement as a function of the project’s
production pursuant to the agreement. The agreement gives the CPV Group the option to acquire the tax equity partner's share in the project
within a certain period and in accordance with the agreement.
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Projects under Construction
The table below sets forth an overview of CPV’s projects under construction as
of December 31, 2024.
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Project
|
Location
|
Planned
Capacity (MW) |
CPV
Ownership Interest |
Year of
construction start |
Projected
date of commercial operation |
Type of
project/ technology |
Tax Equity
|
Expected
construction cost for 100% of the project |
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CPV Backbone Solar, LLC (“Backbone”)
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Maryland
|
179 MWdc
|
66.7% (subject to the tax equity partner’s share)
|
June 2023
|
Second half of 2025
|
Solar
|
Approximately $116 million
(1)
|
Approximately $315 million
(2)
|
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CPV Rogue's Wind, LLC ("Rogue's
Wind")
|
Pennsylvania
|
114 MWdc
|
66.7%
|
|
August 2024
(2)
|
First half of 2026
|
Wind Turbines
|
Approximately $163 million
(4)
|
Approximately $365 million
|
| (1) |
The project is located on a former coal mine and, therefore, it is expected to be entitled to higher tax benefits of 40% in accordance
with The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the “IRA”).
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| (2) |
Excludes development fees but includes financing costs under the financing agreement. CPV Group intends to provide the project with
solar panels through its existing master agreement for the purchase of solar panels. The total cost of such project is expected to be
approximately $330 million, approximately 40% of which is expected to be financed by a tax equity partner such that the net investment
cost for CPV Group is estimated to be approximately $150 million. In addition, CPV Group is working to obtain a short term revolving financing
facility for part of the remainder of the project cost. Customary collateral with a value of approximately $17 million is expected to
be provided for purposes of the agreement covering connection to the network (grid) and the PPA as well as additional development expenses
in the project. Construction of the project commenced in June 2023 and commercial operation in PJM is expected to be reached in the third
quarter of 2025.
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| (3) |
In August 2024, a work commencement order for the construction of Rogue’s Wind project was issued. On the same date, an engineering,
procurement and construction (EPC) agreement and equipment purchase agreement were signed and a project financing agreement was signed.
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| (4) |
The project is located on a former coal mine and, therefore, it is expected to be entitled to enlarged tax benefits of 40% in accordance
with the IRA. The CPV Group intends to sign an agreement with a tax equity partner in respect of about 40% of the cost of the project
and use of the tax credits that are available to the project (subject to the relevant regulatory guidelines).
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Projects under Development
In addition to the projects summarized above, CPV has Low Carbon Projects with an aggregate
capacity of approximately 6,400 MW, of which the CPV Group’s proportionate share is approximately 4,900 MW, and renewable energy
projects (solar and wind energy technologies) in various stages of development stages, with an aggregate capacity of approximately 4,800
MWdc, of which the CPV Group’s proportionate share is approximately 3,200 MWdc.
The table below sets forth a summary of the scope of CPV’s renewable energy development
projects (in megawatts) .
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Advanced
|
Preliminary
|
|||||||||||
|
Renewable energy
|
Development
|
development
|
Total
|
|||||||||
|
PJM market
|
||||||||||||
|
Solar
|
40
|
1,330
|
1,370
|
|||||||||
|
Wind
|
150
|
–
|
150
|
|||||||||
|
Total PJM market (1)
|
190
|
1,330
|
1,520
|
|||||||||
|
Other markets
|
||||||||||||
|
Solar
|
760
|
1,330
|
2,090
|
|||||||||
|
Wind
|
300
|
900
|
1,200
|
|||||||||
|
Total other markets
|
1,060
|
2,230
|
3,290
|
|||||||||
|
Total renewable energy
|
1,250
|
3,560
|
4,810
|
|||||||||
|
Share of the CPV Group (66.67%)
|
830
|
2,370
|
3,200
|
|||||||||
|
|
(1) |
Delays in the processes for connection to the network in the PJM market: The increasing demand for renewable energies in the PJM,
MISO and SPP electricity markets have led to an increase in the requests for connection to the network and requests for connection studies
of projects to the network. These requests place a strain on the system and could slow down the connection approval process, and could
impact the projects’ rate of advancement. In January 2023, a reform was implemented in the PJM market to manage the process of requesting
network connections, designed to address the backlog of connection requests handled by the PJM. As part of the new protocol, PJM will
prepare a three-stage connection study process that applies to parties requesting connection in the relevant framework with respect to
times. In 2024, particularly in December, interim results were published with respect to certain connection studies (Transition Cycle#1).
The CPV Group believes that the process of the network connection agreements caused a delay in the development of certain projects in
the PJM market, considering factors such as the costs required for network upgrades and their position in the connection process.
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The table below sets forth information relating to CPV’s natural
gas projects with carbon capture potential.
|
Natural gas projects
|
Advanced
|
Preliminary
|
||||||||||
|
with carbon capture potential*
|
development
|
development
|
Total
|
|||||||||
|
Development projects
|
1,350
|
(1)
|
5,000
|
(2)
|
6,350
|
|||||||
|
Share of the CPV Group
|
950
|
3,940
|
4,890
|
|||||||||
|
|
(1) |
In the third quarter of 2024, the Basin Ranch project (a natural gas project with an estimated capacity of approximately 1.35 GW
located in the state of Texas with future carbon capture potential, which is held at the rate of 70% by the CPV Group and 30% by a partner
(“Basin Ranch”)), which was chosen by TEF (Texas Energy Fund) to advance to the due diligence stage for receipt of a subsidized
loan in the amount of approximately $1 billion having a term of about 20 years bearing fixed interest of 3% – subject to the condition
that construction begins before 2025. The CPV Group estimates the total construction cost of the power plant project (100%) to be in the
range of approximately $1.8 – $2 billion, and, subject to completion of the relevant development processes, particularly receipt
of permits (including environmental), completion of the material undertakings and signing of the loan agreement, decision to start construction
of the project is expected in 2025. The CPV Group is in the process of capital raising required for construction of the project. There
is no certainty as to the structure, manner or amount of such fundraising (if it is agreed and completed), which has not yet been finally
determined.
|
|
|
(2) |
In February 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (the “FERC”) approved the PJM’s “Reliability Resource
Initiative” (RRI), the purpose of which is to handle the expected deficiency in available capacity by accelerating connection of
up to 50 projects for generation of electricity that meet certain criteria. Qualifying projects will be advanced to the next connection
round, Transition Cycle#2, which permits projects to potentially connect up to approximately 14 months earlier. PJM noted that selection
of the project as part of the RRI will be made by means of a weighted average point method that will focus on the size of the project,
the availability and the date of the commercial operation applications, and selection of the projects is expected to end in the second
quarter of 2025. Projects that are selected for RRI will be required to comply with fixed timetables for construction and participation
in PJM’s availability tenders for a minimum commitment period of ten years from the commercial operation date. The CPV Group has
indicated that it intends to submit a request for the Oregon project (which is currently in the initial development stage) to be part
of this accelerated connection process.
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The main development activities for a development project include, among other things,
the following processes: securing of the land rights in the project; licensing and permitting processes; obtaining permits and regulatory
approvals, regulatory zoning processes and public hearing; environmental surveys; engineering studies and tests (including studies designated
for carbon capture component of Low Carbon Projects); equipment testing, insurance procurement and ensuring of interconnection to the
relevant transmission grids (including filing a request for the interconnection agreement and execution of an interconnection agreement);
signing agreements with relevant investors, tax equity partners or lenders with relevant investors or lenders and relevant suppliers (construction
contractor, equipment and turbine contractors) and entering into a hedge agreement and PPAs, and RECs (based on the type of project).
Certain activities of development may include provision of collateral and undertakings towards third parties in connection with the advancement
of the projects.
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Low Carbon Projects
Low Carbon Projects are based on development of natural gas-fired power plants with
carbon capture potential which is separate component developed simultaneously or in separate development and/or operational stages, based
on various considerations, such as relevant market and location, economic and commercial considerations, development progress, technical
and engineering factors and/or other considerations as determined by the CPV Group, which may result in the different schedule for, or
suspension of development of, the carbon capture component.
CPV is developing four Energy Transition power plants with reduced emissions that are
powered by natural gas based on use of advanced carbon capturing technologies in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia and Texas. The table below
sets forth certain information relating to such projects.
|
Project
|
State
|
MW
(1)
|
Development Stage
|
|
Basin Ranch
|
TX
|
1,350
|
Advanced
|
|
Shay
|
WV
|
2,100
|
Early
|
|
Oregon
|
OH
|
1,450
|
Early
|
|
Mason Road
|
MI
|
1,452
|
Early
|
|
Total
|
6,352
|
|
|
(1) |
MW is presented based on operation as a natural gas power plant assuming operation of the power plants without carbon capture component.
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CPV Group’s share in such Energy Transition projects is 70% for the projects in
Texas, West Virginia, Michigan. In January 2024, the CPV Group acquired 100% of the equity interests in the Oregon project in Ohio for
approximately $2 million (with potentially up to $14 million of additional consideration payable upon financial closing). CPV Group believes
the projects are located in areas where the burying of carbon could potentially be geologically feasible, subject to development.
Should the projects be executed, they are expected to be eligible for tax benefits as
set out in the law. The construction of the projects, similar to the project in Texas, is subject, among other things, to the completion
of various development processes (including environmental, technological, and land development-related processes), licensing procedures,
financing and receipt of the required relevant approvals, as well as the approval by OPC and CPV management bodies. CPV has commenced
the licensing processes, performed surveys and acquired land rights for Low Carbon Projects in Texas and West Virginia.
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In the third quarter of 2024, the Basin Ranch power plant project in Texas was chosen
by TEF (Texas Energy Fund) to advance to the due diligence stage for receipt of a subsidized loan in the amount of approximately $1 billion,
with a term of approximately 20 years, bearing fixed interest of 3%, subject to the condition that that construction begins by the end
of 2025. CPV Group estimates, subject to completion of the outstanding permitting, completion of the material engagements and signing
of this loan agreement, a decision on the start of construction of the natural gas power plant project (i.e., without the carbon capture
component) is expected in 2025. CPV Group estimates the total construction cost of the power plant project to be between approximately
$1.8 billion and $2.0 billion (of which CPV’s share would be 70%). Accordingly, CPV Group is conducting a private process to raise
capital required for the construction of the project which were not finally determined. There is no certainty regarding the structure,
manner, amount or the terms and outcome of such capital raising (if conducted), which have not been finalized. There is no certainty
regarding the structure, manner, amount or the terms and results of any capital raising (if made), and this capital raising is subject
to, among other things, market conditions, advancement of development of the project and the discretion of CPV’s governing
bodies. There is no certainty regarding completion of the development processes of the project, obtaining the loan, final construction
costs and the other conditions required to commence construction of the project.
There is no certainty that these projects under development will be completed as anticipated
or at all, due to various factors, including factors not under CPV’s control, and their development is subject to, among other things,
completion of the development processes, signing agreements, assurance of financing and receipt of various approvals and permits. Given
the nature of CPV’s development projects, there is less certainty of completion of any particular development project as compared
to OPC’s historic development projects.
In its current state, the IRA extends and expands the production tax credit available
for carbon dioxide sequestration and/or use. For electricity generating facilities that install carbon capture technologies with the capacity
to capture 75% or more or baseline carbon dioxide production, this production tax credit is available for the first 12 years after placement
in service if the applicable electricity generation facility captures at least 18,750 metric tons of carbon dioxide per annum. The base
credit amount is $17/metric ton of carbon dioxide that is captured and sequestered and $12/metric ton of carbon dioxide that is injected
for enhanced oil recovery (“EOR”) or utilized in another production process. Like the Investment Tax Credits (the “ITC”)
and Production Tax Credits (“PTC”) for renewable energy, the carbon capture PTC can be increased if the project meets relevant
wage and apprenticeship requirements. The maximum credit for sequestered carbon dioxide is $85/metric ton and the maximum credit for EOR
and other beneficial re-use is $60/metric ton. In addition, the tax credit is eligible for direct pay for up to the first five years for
carbon capture equipment placed in service after December 31, 2022. There is uncertainty regarding how the Trump administration’s
policies may affect the IRA and its intended benefits. President's Trump statements regarding the energy policy in the U.S., led to various
estimations with respect to possible changes in the IRA legislation. CPV Group believes that the utilized tax credits available under
the IRA remain unchanged. However, the CPV Group believes, based in part on market expert assessments, that the strong growth in demand
for green energy is driven by market forces and that the positive impacts of the IRA legislation on the labor market in many Republican
states will mitigate the potential scenario of damage to the tax benefits, if any.
Retail Power Supply to Commercial and Industrial Consumers
In early 2023, CPV Group established a retail power supply activity through CPV Retail
Energy. CPV Retail Energy relies on CPV’s decarbonization efforts and ESG trends by helping commercial and industrial businesses
meet their sustainability goals through renewable and low carbon dispatchable energy solutions. During 2024, CPV Retail Energy executed
contracts with approximately 564 customers and its total sales volume increased from 0.1 in 2023 to 0.5 TWh in 2024. CPV Retail Energy
fixes the price of purchased power with hedging transactions. In connection with the retail power supply activity, a corporate guarantee
was granted to guarantee CPV Retail Energy’s obligations.
CPV Retail Energy offers customers the ability to procure renewable energy to help meet
the customer’s energy transition goals and offers contract terms that range from one to five years (with the typical term being
approximately two years). CPV Retail Energy utilizes a standard electricity supply agreement that allows customers to select whether standard
cost components, such as energy or ancillary services, are fixed at a price or passed through at cost to the customer.
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Description of CPV operations
CPV projects predominantly sell capacity and electricity in the PJM, NYISO and ISO-NE
wholesale markets. Keenan (a consolidated subsidiary) is a party to a long term PPA with a utility company with respect to the entire
revenue source of the project. Projects that are in development are expected to sell their energy, capacity and renewable energy credits
in either the wholesale market or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.
Generally, each of the natural gas-fired project companies in the CPV Group entered
into an agreement with all other owners of rights to the project (if any), for the establishment of a limited liability company. The agreement
sets forth each partner’s rights and obligations with respect to the applicable project (each, an “LLC Agreement”).
Each LLC Agreement contains standard provisions for agreements of this type restricting the transfer of rights, including terms and conditions
for permissible transfers, minimum equity percentage transfer requirements and rights of first offer. CPV is often obliged to maintain
at least a minimum ten percent equity ownership in a project company for up to five years after closing of construction financing. Each
project company is governed by a board of directors selected by the partners. Certain material decisions typically require unanimous approval
by all partners, including declaring insolvency, liquidation, sale of assets or merger, entering into or amending material agreements,
incurring debt, initiating or settling litigation, engaging critical service providers, approving the annual budget or making expenditures
exceeding the budget, and adopting hedging strategies and risk management policies.
All active natural gas-fired projects trade and participate in the sale of capacity,
electricity and ancillary services in their respective ISO or RTO. Typically, CPV’s project companies conduct daily projections
and planning for the next operating day. After making preparations in terms of purchasing adequate natural gas to support the expected
electricity generation activity, as needed, bids are submitted to the Day-Ahead market. In addition, adjustments are made throughout the
day for the actual operating day (the Real-Time market), which include purchases and sales of natural gas and optimizing generation output
based on the Real-Time market price. In order to account for dynamic changes, natural gas projects enter into hedging agreements that
are designed to set a fixed margin and reduce the impact of fluctuations in gas and electricity prices.
CPV enters into interconnection agreements at the project level with transmission providers
or electric utilities to establish substations, necessary electrical interconnection, system upgrades associated transmission services
for the project’s commercial operations. In addition, CPV enters into natural gas interconnection agreements for its natural gas
projects that provide for the design, construction, ownership, operation and management of natural gas pipelines to supply the project
facility’s demand.
At the developmental stage, CPV’s project companies typically enter into third-party
agreements with various experts for the provision of certain specialized services. Examples of such agreements include: (i) consulting
agreements with environmental firms for land survey and tests, data collection, records analysis, conduct permit application work, permit
reviews and other support services to engage with permitting agencies or participation in meetings with stakeholders and public officials,
(ii) service agreements with engineering firms to support engineering reviews in the areas of civil, mechanical and electrical, and preparation
of drawings to support permit and applications, and (iii) consulting agreements with market consultants to support analysis related to
power supply and demand and natural gas supply and demand.
The project companies typically enter into various intercompany agreements with other
entities within CPV for the provision of general and project-level services. These intercompany agreements include asset management agreements
and energy management agreements.
CPV Projects Key Contracts
Set forth below is a discussion of the key contracts for each of CPV’s project
companies that are commercially operational or under construction.
Plants in Operation
Fairview
Fairview is party to the following agreements.
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Gas Supply:
a
base
contract for purchase and transmission of natural gas
which provides for supply of natural gas at a quantity of up to 180,000
MMBtu per day at a price that is linked to market prices set forth in the agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the gas supplier is responsible
for transport of natural gas to the designated supply point and is permitted to transport ethane in lieu of natural gas for up to 25%
of the agreed supply quantity. The agreement is valid up to May 31, 2025.
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Maintenance
: a
maintenance agreement (MA)
with
its original equipment manufacturer, for the provision of maintenance services for the combustion turbines. In consideration for the maintenance
services, Fairview pays a fixed and a variable amount as of the date stipulated in the agreement. The MA period is 25 years beginning
in 2016 or ends earlier when specific milestones are reached on the basis of usage and wear and tear.
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Operation
: an
agreement for operation and maintenance
of the facility
. The initial period of the agreement is three years from the completion date of construction of the facility and
includes an extension/renewal clause for a period of one year, unless one of the parties gives notice of termination of the agreement
in accordance with its provisions. The agreement is currently under the automatic annual one-year renewal option.
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Hedging
: a
hedge agreement
on electricity
margins of the Revenue Put Option (“RPO”). The RPO is intended to provide CPV a minimum margin for the term of the agreement.
Calculation of the amount for the minimum margin is determined for each contractual year, with the actual netting dates taking place every
three months in respect of the respective partial amount and an annual adjustment is made to calculate the total annual margin for the
year. The RPO has an annual exercise price that covers an exercise period of a fiscal year. To calculate the gross margin pursuant to
the agreement, specific parameters are taken into account, such as utilization, heat rate, the expected generation levels, forward prices
for electricity and gas, gas transmission costs and other specific project costs. The RPO expires on May 31, 2025.
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Towantic
Towantic is party to the following agreements:
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Gas Supply Transmission
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an
agreement for the guaranteed gas transmission of
2,500 MMBtu per day, at the
AFT 1 Tariff. On June 1, 2024, the agreement was extended to March 31, 2027. The agreement renews automatically for periods of one year
each time, unless one of the parties terminates the agreement.
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an
agreement for the supply of gas
, pursuant to which up to 125,000 MMBtu per day will
be supplied at a price linked to market prices. The agreement has an initial term, which commenced on April 1, 2023, and ends on March
31, 2025. On March 26, 2024, the parties agreed to extend the delivery period through March 31, 2027.
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Maintenance
: a
services agreement
with
its original equipment manufacturer, for the provision of maintenance services for the combustion turbines. In consideration for the maintenance
services, Towantic pays a fixed and a variable amount as of the date stipulated in the agreement. The agreement term is 20 years,
beginning in 2016 or ends earlier when specific milestones are reached on the basis of usage and wear and tear.
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Operation
: an
agreement for operation and maintenance
of the facility
, which commenced in May 2018. The consideration includes a fixed and variable amount, a performance-based bonus,
and reimbursement for employment expenses, including payroll costs and taxes, subcontractor costs and other costs. In July 2021, the agreement
was extended for the three years ending January 1, 2025 with one year renewal options. The agreement includes an extension/renewal clause
for a period of one year, unless one of the parties gives a termination notice in accordance with that provided in the agreement.
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Maryland
Maryland is party to the following agreements:
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Gas Supply
: an
agreement for the supply of
firm natural gas
, pursuant to which up to 132,000 MMBtu per day will be supplied at a price linked to market prices. The term of
the agreement commenced on November 1, 2024 and is effective until October 31, 2025.
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Gas Transmission
: a
natural gas transmission
agreement
for guaranteed capacity of up to 132,000 MMBtu/d. The term of the agreement term is 20 years from May 31, 2016,
with an option for Maryland to extend it by an additional 5 years.
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Maintenance
: a
services agreement
with
its original equipment manufacturer for the provision of maintenance services for the combustion turbines. In consideration for the maintenance
services, Maryland pays a fixed and a variable amount as of the date stipulated in the agreement. The agreement period is 20 years beginning
in 2014 or ends earlier when specific milestones are reached on the basis of usage and wear and tear.
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Operation
: an
agreement for operation and maintenance
of
the facility. The consideration includes fixed annual management fees, a performance-based bonus, and reimbursement of employment expenses,
payroll costs and taxes, subcontractor costs and other costs. In March 2021, the agreement was extended to continue until July 23, 2028
and may be renewed for one-year periods, unless one of the parties gives a termination notice in accordance with agreement.
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Engineering, Procurement and Construction Agreemen
t. Maryland signed an Engineering,
Procurement and Construction Agreement dated October 31, 2022, for the construction of a Black Start facility in the event of grid power
outages around the Maryland’s site which commenced operation during 2024. The total contract cost is approximately $30 million to
be paid in accordance with a progress payment schedule incorporated into the agreement. Most of the consideration is financed through
a financing agreement entered into by Maryland.
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Shore
Shore is party to the following agreements:
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Gas Supply
: an
agreement for supply of natural
gas
. Pursuant to the agreement, the gas supplier supplies 120,000 MMBtu of gas per day at a price linked to the market price. The
agreement is effective through October 31, 2026.
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Gas Transmission
: two
agreements with interstate
pipeline companies
for the use of two different pipeline systems, one of which was operational since 2015 and the second of
which became operational in late 2021. Pursuant to the agreements, natural gas connection and transmission services are provided to Shore
by means of a pipeline the start of which is an existing interstate pipe and allows for gas to reach the facility’s connection point.
The period of the gas transmission agreements are 15 years (until April 2030) for one interconnection, with an option to extend the
agreement twice by ten years, and 20 years (until September 2041) for the other interconnection, with an option to extend annually.
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Maintenance
: an
amended services agreement
with
its original equipment manufacturer for the provision of maintenance services for the turbines. In consideration for the maintenance services,
Shore pays a fixed and a variable amount as of the date stipulated in the agreement. The agreement period is 20 years beginning in 2014
or ends earlier when specific milestones are reached on the basis of usage and wear and tear.
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Operation
: an
agreement for operation of the
facility
. The consideration includes fixed annual management fees, a performance-based bonus and reimbursement of employment expenses,
including, payroll and taxes, subcontractor costs and other costs as provided in the agreement. The agreement is currently under
the automatic annual one year renewal option unless one of the parties gives a termination notice.
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Valley
Valley is party to the following agreements:
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Gas Supply
: an
agreement for the supply of
natural gas
of up to 127,200 MMBtu of natural gas per day at a price linked to the market price. Pursuant to the agreement,
the supplier is responsible for transmission of natural gas to the designated supply point and the agreement is effective through October
31, 2025.
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Gas Transmission
: an
agreement with an interstate
pipeline company
for the licensing, construction, operating and maintenance of a pipeline and measurement and regulating facilities,
from the interstate pipeline system for transmission of natural gas up to the facility. The supplier provides 127,200 MMBtu per day of
firm natural gas delivery at an agreed price during a period ending March 31, 2033, with an option to extend by up to three additional
five-year periods. Valley signed an additional agreement for provision of transmission services (firm) of 35,000 MMBtu per day, for a
period of 15 years ending on March 31, 2033, which can deliver gas from a different location into the firm transportation agreement
referenced above.
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Maintenance
: an
agreement with its original
equipment manufacturer
for maintenance services for the fire turbines. The consideration includes fixed and variable amounts.
The agreement period is the earlier of: (i) 132,800 equivalent base load hours; or (ii) 29 years from 2015.
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Operation
: an
operation and maintenance agreement
with
one of the partners in the project. The consideration includes fixed annual management fees, an operation bonus, and reimbursement of
certain costs set out in the agreement. The period of the agreement is five years from the completion date of construction of the facility,
and the agreement may be renewed for additional three-year periods unless one of the parties gives a termination notice in accordance
with the agreement. The agreement is currently under the automatic three year renewal option pursuant to which the agreement automatically
extends for three-year terms unless one of the parties elects otherwise.
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Three Rivers
Three Rivers is party to the following agreements:
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Gas Supply
: two
agreements for the supply of
natural gas
. The agreements supply 139,500 MMBtu in natural gas per day to the facility, from the operation date of the facility
for a period of five years, and a reduced quantity of 25,000 MMBtu per day from the fifth year of operation of the facility and up to
the tenth year. The price of natural gas delivered under these agreements is linked to the day-ahead electricity prices in the PJM market.
The agreements include an obligation to purchase such fixed volume of natural gas, with a right to resell surplus gas.
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GSPA
. Three Rivers entered into a Contract for Sale and Purchase of Natural Gas (the
“GSPA”) on December 15, 2022. The GSPA requires the supplier to provide gas supply of up to 200,000 MMBtu/day at a price indexed
to market. The agreement had an initial term until January 31, 2023. The agreement is automatically renewed month-to-month unless one
of the parties elects to terminate.
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Gas Interconnection
:
two connection agreements
for transmission of gas
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One agreement is an interconnection agreement with an interstate pipeline company for transmission of natural gas. The agreement
sets forth the responsibility of the parties in connection with the design, construction, ownership, operation and management of a pipeline
as well as the connection and pressure equipment. Based on the agreement, Three Rivers bears the costs of all of the facilities.
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The second agreement is an additional interconnection agreement with an interstate pipeline company for transmission of natural gas.
As part of the agreement, the counterparty is responsible for the design and construction to connect to the existing pipeline. The counterparty
to the agreement remains the owner of these facilities and operates them, and Three Rivers bears the construction and development costs.
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Gas Transmission
: an
agreement for transmission
of gas with an interstate pipeline
company and its Canadian affiliate, for firm transmission of natural gas from Alberta,
Canada to the facility. The agreements include capacity of 36.2 MMcf per day, at agreed prices. The term of the agreement is 11 years
from the signing date of the agreement on November 1, 2020; the counterparty may extend the agreement for an additional year by means
of prior notice of 12 months.
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Maintenance
:
a services agreement
with
its original equipment manufacturer for the provision of maintenance services for the combustion turbines. In consideration for the maintenance
services, Three Rivers pays a fixed and a variable payment. The agreement period is 25 years beginning in 2020 or ends earlier when
specific milestones are reached on the basis of usage and wear and tear.
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Operation
: an
agreement for operation and maintenance
of the facility
. The consideration includes fixed annual management fees, a performance-based bonus, and reimbursement of employment
expenses, payroll costs and taxes, subcontractor costs and other costs. The agreement period commenced during the construction period,
and will continue for approximately 3 years from the construction completion date of the facility, which occurred in June 2023.
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Keenan
Keenan II is party to the following agreements:
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Equity Purchase Agreement
:
an agreement
for
the purchase of 100% of the outstanding equity interests in Keenan. As a result of the acquisition in April 2021, CPV holds all of the
rights to Keenan.
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PPA
: a
wind power energy agreement
for
sale of renewable energy. Pursuant to the agreement, the purchaser is to receive all of the electricity generated by the wind farm, credits,
RECs, similar rights or other environmental allotments. The consideration includes a fixed payment. The period of the agreement is 20 years,
ending in 2030. The purchaser is permitted, with proper notice, to extend the agreement for another five-year period, and to acquire an
option to purchase the project at the end of the agreement period or renewal period at its fair market value, as defined in the agreement
and pursuant to the terms and conditions stipulated therein.
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OM Agreemen
t: an agreement for the operation and maintenance of the wind farm
which commenced in February 2016. The consideration includes fixed annual management fees and the agreement lasts for 15 years from the
commencement date.
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Operation
: a
master services agreement and
an operations agreement
with its original equipment manufacturer for the operation, maintenance and repair of the wind turbines.
The consideration includes fixed annual fees, performance-based bonus (or liquidated damages) and reimbursement of expenses for additional
work. The agreement expires in February 2031.
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CPV Mountain Wind
CPV Mountain Wind holds 100% in each of the four wind projects: (i) CPV Saddleback Ridge
Wind, LLC; (ii) CPV Canton Mountain Wind, LLC; (iii) CPV Beaver Ridge Wind, LLC; and (iv) CPV Spruce Mountain Wind, LLC. CPV Mountain
Wind is party to the following agreements:
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Maintenance
: a
master services agreement for
the management and maintenance
of the four wind facilities (Saddleback Ridge, Canton Mountain, Beaver Ridge, Spruce Mountain)
entered into by Mountain Wind. Staff is shared between the four projects. At all projects except for Beaver Ridge, the services agreement
applies only to work outside the scope of the turbine services which is performed by the original equipment manufacturers. At Beaver Ridge,
where there is no agreement with the original equipment manufacturer, the agreement also covers the direct maintenance of the wind turbines.
The agreement commenced on April 5, 2023 and has an initial two year term.
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Services Agreements and Operation Agreements
:
a
master service agreement
and an o
peration agreement
with its original equipment
manufacturer for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the wind turbines is entered by each of Mountain Wind Project with the exception
of Beaver Ridge; maintenance at Beaver Ridge is performed under an agreement by a third-party provider. The agreements for Saddleback
Ridge and Canton Mountain were entered into in 2016 and both have 20 year terms with a sunset date of September 16, 2035. The agreement
for Spruce Mountain was entered into in December 2023 and has an 8-year term. The Beaver Ridge agreement was entered in April 2023 and
has a 2-year term.
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Other contracts
: The projects have entered into contracts to sell 100% of the electricity
and RECs, under separate contracts (PPAs) with local utility companies and councils, generally for a period of the next 15 to 20 years
from the acquisition of the projects by CPV, with most of the capacity sold under separate contracts for the next 12 years from the acquisition
of the projects by CPV (the periods of the contracts may change according to termination clauses in each agreement).
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Maple Hill
Maple Hill is party to the following agreements:
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Tax Equity
Partner
. In May 2023, CPV entered into an investment agreement with a tax equity partner for approximately $78 million in the Maple
Hill project. In consideration for its investment in the project corporation, the tax equity partner is expected to receive most of the
project’s tax benefits, including ITC at a higher rate of 40% (in accordance with the IRA), and participation in the distributable
free cash flow from the project (at single digit rates and on a gradual basis as set out in the investment agreement). In addition, the
tax equity partner is entitled to participate in the project’s loss for tax purposes; in the first few years, the tax equity partner’s
share in such taxable income or loss for tax purposes is high. At the end of 6 years from the COD, the tax equity partner’s share
in such taxable income decreases significantly, and CPV has the option to acquire the tax equity partner’s share in the project
corporation within a certain period and in accordance with terms of the agreement. The agreement includes a guarantee provided by CPV,
and an undertaking to indemnify the tax equity partner in connection with certain matters. Furthermore, the tax equity partner has certain
veto rights, among other things, in respect of the creation of liens on the Maple Hill project corporation’s assets or the entry
of the Maple Hill project corporation into additional material agreements. Some of the tax equity partner’s investment was made
available upon the completion of the construction work, and the remaining amount was made available on the commercial operation date.
In December 2023, the terms and conditions for the commercial operation of the project were met in accordance with the investment agreement
with the tax equity partner, and the tax equity partner completed its entire investment in the project in a total aggregate amount of
approximately $82 million.
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Maintenance
. An
operating and maintenance agreement
with
a third-party service provider for services related to the ongoing operation and maintenance of the Maple Hill solar power generation
facility. The agreement has an initial term of three years, commencing on the date that the service provider actually begins providing
services, which occurred in November 2023 and is automatically renewed for 2 one-year terms unless one of the parties provides notice
on non-renewal in accordance with the agreement.
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SREC
. An
agreement
with an international
energy company for the sale of 100% of the SRECs generated in the project through 2027 to an international energy company. CPV provided
collateral for its obligations under the agreement, which include delivery of SRECs generated by the project.
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Virtual PPA
.
An agreement
with
a third party for the sale of 48% of the total generated electricity, where the electricity price calculation is based on financial netting
between the parties for 10 years from the commercial date of operation. In accordance with the agreement, a net calculation will be made
of the difference between the variable price that Maple Hill receives from the system operator and which is published (the spot price)
and the fixed price set with a third party. CPV provided collateral for its obligations under the agreement, which include making certain
payments to the other party as part of the settlement of the virtual PPAs. The agreement includes an option to transition to a physical
PPA with a fixed price on fulfillment of certain terms and conditions, which have yet to be met.
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Stagecoach
Stagecoach is party to the following agreements:
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Energy Sale Agreement (non-firm)
. In March 2022, Stagecoach entered into an agreement
to sell 100% of non-firm energy to a utility company. The utility company is to receive all of the energy and ancillary services produced
by Stagecoach. The agreement excludes tax attributes arising from the ownership of the solar project and any environmental attributes
generated by Stagecoach. The consideration is based on the hourly avoided energy rate for each hour of generation up to a maximum energy
output as defined in the agreement. The agreement is for a period of 30 years from the commercial operation date of Stagecoach. The agreement
provides for sale to a global utility company of 100% of the project’s SRECs, as well as a hedge covering the entire electricity
price of the quantity that shall be produced and sold to the utility company, at a fixed price, for a period of 20 years from the date
of commercial operation of the project
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Agreement to sell renewable solar energy credits
. In April 2022, Stagecoach entered
into an agreement with a global company to sell 100% of the renewable solar energy credits produced by the solar project, along with a
full hedge of the electricity price of the energy that will be generated and sold under the agreement with the utility company, at a fixed
price for 20 years from the commercial operation date.
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Operation and Maintenance Agreemen
t. In August 2022, Stagecoach entered into an operating
and maintenance agreement with a third-party service provider to provide services during the mobilization and operational period of the
Stagecoach solar facility. The agreement is for an initial 3-year term starting on the date when the service provider actually started
rendering operational period services, which commenced in the first half of 2024. The term of the agreement may be renewed for a maximum
of two one-year renewals, unless one of the parties delivers a notice of non-renewal in accordance with the terms of the agreement.
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Tax Equity Agreemen
t. On May 13, 2024, Stagecoach entered into a tax equity agreement
with a tax equity partner in respect of the Stagecoach project for a total amount of approximately $52 million, which was completed on
the signing date, after the project reached commercial operation in the second quarter of 2024. In accordance with the agreement, as of
the Project’s completion date, the tax equity partner funded an investment of approximately $43 million, and the remaining balance
– approximately $9 million – is to be received over the term of the agreement. In consideration for its investment in the
project, the tax equity partner is expected to benefit from most of the project’s tax benefits, including a PTC, which awards a
tax benefit for each kWh generated using renewable energy over a 10-year period, and will receive a portion of the distributable cash
flow from the project (gradually, and at rates and for periods set in the agreement). Furthermore, the tax equity partner is entitled
to most of the project’s taxable income or loss for tax purposes subject to certain limitations. At the end of 9.5 years from the
completion date, the tax equity partner’s share in such taxable income and tax benefits decreases significantly and CPV Group will
have the option to acquire the tax equity partner’s share in the project in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in
the agreement. The agreement includes a guarantee provided by the CPV Group and an undertaking to indemnify the tax equity partner in
connection with certain matters. Furthermore, the tax equity partner has certain veto rights, among other things, in respect of the creation
of certain liens on the project’s assets or the entry of the project company into additional material agreements.
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Projects under Development or Construction
Backbone (under construction)
CPV is party to the following agreements:
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EPC
. In June 2023, Backbone entered into an EPC agreement with a construction contractor
in respect of the construction of Backbone Project. In accordance with the agreement, the contractor is required to plan, purchase, install,
build, test, and operate the solar project in full, on a turnkey basis. The total consideration in the EPC agreement is approximately
$175 million, which is to be paid in accordance with the milestones set in the EPC agreement.
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Renewable Solar Energy Credits
. In 2023, Backbone entered into an agreement with
a global company to sell 90% of the renewable solar energy credits (which are valid until 2035) produced by the solar project, along with
a hedge of the electricity price of the energy that will be generated and sold to PJM, at a fixed price for 10 years from the commercial
operation date. The balance of the project’s capacity (10%) will be used for supply to active customers, retail supply of electricity
of the CPV Group or for sale in the market. The CPV Group provided collateral to secure its obligations in the agreement, which include
making certain payments to the other party if certain milestones (including commencement of activities) in the project are not met according
to a specific schedule.
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Tax Equity Agreement
. On October 10, 2024, Backbone entered into a tax equity agreement
with a tax equity partner in respect of the project for a total amount of approximately $110-116 million. The agreement provides that,
approximately 20% of the tax equity partner’s investment in the project will be provided on the project’s mechanical completion
date, and the remaining balance will be provided on the commercial operation date (as such terms are defined in the agreement), subject
to the terms and conditions in the agreement. In connection with its investment in the project, the tax equity partner is expected to
benefit from most of the project’s tax benefits, including the project’s taxable income or its loss for tax purposes, an
ITC
,
which is based on the investment in the project’s compliance with the required conditions, subject to certain restrictions and for
periods as set in the agreement, and to participate in the distributable cash flow from the project (gradually, and at rates and for periods
set in the agreement). At the end of 5 years from the commercial operation date, the tax equity partner’s share in such taxable
income and tax benefits decreases significantly, and the CPV Group will have the option to acquire the tax equity partner’s share
in the project within a certain period and in accordance with the agreement. The agreement includes a guarantee provided by the CPV Group,
and an undertaking to indemnify the tax equity partner with respect to certain matters. Furthermore, the tax equity partner will be entitled
to rights in the Project and to certain veto rights, among other things, in respect of the creation of certain liens on the project company’s
assets or the engagement of the project company in additional material agreements. In addition, the tax equity partner may be entitled
to an under-delivery fee at a rate and under conditions set forth in the agreement. The completion of the agreement and the provision
of the tax equity partner's investments on the above dates is subject to conditions precedent, which have not yet been fulfilled. If the
project is not completed by September 1, 2025, the tax equity partner will have the option to sell its share to the CPV Group in accordance
with the terms and conditions set forth in the agreement, which is based mainly on the tax equity partner’s investment through that
date, or the conversion of the investment into a loan, which would be repayable on certain terms and conditions and dates set forth in
the agreement.
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Rogue’s Wind
CPV is party to the following agreements:
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Rogue’s Wind Energy Project
. In April 2021, an agreement was signed for the
sale of all the electricity, and the project’s other economic attributes
(including
RECs), benefits relating to availability and accompanying services). The agreement may be adjusted to updated factors of the project.
The agreement was signed for a period of 10 years from the commercial operation date. The CPV Group provided collateral for securing its
liabilities under the agreement, including making certain payments to the other party if certain milestones (including commencement of
activities) in the project are not met in accordance with a specific timetable.
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EPC
. In August 2024, Rogue’s Wind signed an EPC agreement with an international
contractor and an equipment procurement agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the contractor is to design, engineer, procure, install,
construct, test, and commission the wind project on a turnkey, guaranteed-completion-date basis. In August 2024, Rogue's Wind signed an
EPC switchyard agreement with an international contractor. Pursuant to the agreement, the contractor is to engineer, procure, install,
construct, test, and commission the electrical switchyard on a turnkey, guaranteed-completion-date basis. The total consideration to be
paid to the contractor is a fixed amount, subject to change orders, payable under a milestone schedule. The total consideration for both
EPC agreements is expected to total approximately $113 million.
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Wind Turbine Supply Agreement
. In August 2024, Rogue’s Wind signed a wind turbine
supply agreement for the purchase of wind turbines with an international supplier. The total cost of the agreement is approximately $139
million.
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Equity Investment in CPV Renewables
On August 16, 2024, subsidiaries of the CPV Group entered into agreements with Harrison
Street, a U.S. private equity fund in the field of infrastructure which provide for the Investor to invest $300 million in CPV Renewables
for 33.33% of the ordinary equity interests in CPV Renewables. The transaction reflects a pre-money valuation for CPV Renewables of $600
million. On November 13, 2024, the transaction was closed. On the closing date, the Investor funded $200 million of the $300 million
Total Investment and 33.33% of the ordinary equity interests in CPV Renewables was issued to the Investor. Upon completion of the transaction,
CPV Renewables is no longer consolidated and it is considered an associate of CPV Group.
According to the agreement, the remaining $100 million of the Total Investment is to
be funded by September 30, 2025.
A shareholders agreement which became effective upon closing of the transaction, sets
forth agreements between the Investor and CPV which includes provisions governing, among other things: (i) board composition – the
initial board composition as of closing shall comprise four members (two directors appointed by each of CPV and the Investor) - votes
of board members is based on the equity interest of the appointing shareholder; (ii) transfer restrictions, subject to agreed terms
and exclusions; (iii) actions and decisions that require super majority approval (which require the vote of the Investor’s
appointed board members); and (iv) that CPV's renewable activities will be conducted through CPV Renewables.
The agreement further provides that CPV will provide development and asset management
services to CPV Renewables pursuant to long term service agreements, which include, among other things, an obligation of CPV to provide
sufficient resources and qualified personnel for this purpose, in accordance with specific covenants.
Projects in Various Stages of Development
The development of projects takes a number of years, and there are number of entry barriers
that developers are required to overcome, including: (i) ensuring that sufficient financing is in place for the project’s construction
and development; (ii) obtaining permits or other regulatory approvals, including environmental impact survey and permits; (iii) obtaining
land control and building permits; (iv) obtaining an interconnect agreement; and (v) for Low Carbon Projects with carbon capture component
(if developed), adequate storage or offtake for captured carbon.
The exit barriers include: (i) attractive conditions in the energy sector; (ii) identifying
a purchaser with sufficient equity; (iii) receipt of the regulatory approvals required in connection with change in ownership.
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Research and development activities are conducted in the U.S. energy sector on an ongoing
basis with the aim of identifying alternative and more efficient energy generation technologies. Such alternatives include the generation
of energy through various types of technologies, such as coal, oil, hydroelectric, nuclear, wind, solar and other types of renewable energy
facilities; the alternatives also include improvements to traditional technologies and equipment, such as more efficient gas turbines.
CPV believes that the ability to identify new projects in relevant energy markets, with price levels and liquidity that support new construction,
is a significant success factor for development activities. In addition, for renewable energy projects, in the jurisdictions in which
the CPV Group seeks to construct new projects, it is typically possible to generate additional revenue through the sale of RECs. For carbon
capture projects, additional physical and technological factors supporting such projects must be proven feasible. The CPV Group believes
that other factors affecting development include obtaining adequate control of the land, the ability to connect to the electrical grid
at a strategic connection point and at low connection cost within reasonable time, obtaining permits for construction of new projects,
including meeting all environmental requirements; and the ability to raise sufficient financing and capital for the construction of new
projects.
CPV currently has renewable energy projects and natural gas-fired power plants in advanced
stages of development.
OPC’s Customers
Israel
In Israel, OPC aims to manage electricity sales from Rotem, Hadera and Gat power plants
and the virtual supply activity (and on completion of their construction, also through production facilities on consumers’ premises)
in a manner in a manner intended to maximize synergies. Some power plants operate under a unified supply model allowing for electricity
generated in OPC’s facilities to be sold to end customers through an OPC subsidiary holding a tailored supply license. In
Israel, OPC has several material customers characterized by high consumption rates in terms of their total production capacity. OPC’s
revenues from electricity generation are highly sensitive to the consumption of material customers. Therefore, if there is no demand for
electricity by a material customer (such as, due to malfunctions, suspension or other factors) or payment default by such a customer,
this could have a materially adverse impact on OPC’s revenues in Israel. For 2024, the share of OPC’s one private customer
in Israel exceeds 10% of OPC’s consolidated revenues, amounting to approximately 13% of OPC’s revenues. Each of OPC’s
remaining customers does not exceed 10% of OPC’s revenues from electricity generation. The OPC companies’ PPAs with private
customers in Israel (excluding Noga) are generally similar.
PPAs.
Except for Zomet, OPC sells energy in
Israel through PPAs. The Israel operating segment overall has approximately 90 private customers with PPAs (subject to the option for
early termination or extension as set out in the agreement with each customer), including a 25-year PPA (running from 2020) with Infinya,
with whom the average weighted remaining agreement term is approximately 7.3 years. Rotem’s PPA with the IEC (as defined below),
which extends for a 20-year term from COD of Rotem, provides Rotem with the option to allocate and sell the generated electricity of the
power station directly to private customers. Rotem has exercised this option and sells all of its energy and capacity directly to private
customers (i.e., customers other than the IEC). Total revenue from electricity sales to private customers as a percentage of OPC’s
total revenue from electricity sales in the operating segment in Israel in 2024 was 84%, compared with 88% in 2023. For further
information on Rotem’s PPA with the IEC, see “
Item 4.B Business Overview
—
Our
Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters—Israel—Rotem’s
Regulatory Framework
.”
In January 2023, Rotem and another material customer extended their engagement for an
additional period that will start at the end of the term of the existing agreement (including an option to extend the term in accordance
with provisions that were set). As part of revising the engagement, certain provisions of the original PPA between the parties were revised,
and the customer is expected to significantly increase the capacity it will acquire under PPA prices, as revised, over the next few years.
Other arrangements were also revised, including in connection with the option that a generation facility will be built at the customer’s
premises and the sale of electricity from renewable energies (subject to conditions to be agreed by the parties).
“Spot” agreements
. OPC sells excess
electricity to independent power producers from time to time through subsidiaries, under “spot” agreements. On August 18,
2024, an agreement was signed for the purchase and sale of surplus electricity between Rotem and a third party holding an electricity
generation license (the “Electricity Producer”); the term of the agreement is five years. As part of the agreement, Rotem
agreed to sell to the Electricity Producer and the Electricity Producer undertakes to purchase from Rotem surplus quantities of electricity,
during certain demand hour clusters, at a discount set from the general energy demand management rate (DSM Tariff); in relation to surplus
electricity in other demand hour clusters. Pursuant to the agreement, the sale of surpluses are to be made in accordance with fixed maximum
and minimum quantities.
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The entire capacity of the Zomet power plant is allocated to the System Operator under
a fixed capacity arrangement.
The capacity that will be generated by the Sorek 2 generation facility, subject to the
completion of its construction shall be sold to the desalination facility and to another customer with a generation facility at its premises
in accordance with the PPA with it, and the remaining capacity will be sold in accordance with applicable regulations.
In February 2024, Rotem entered into an agreement with Partner Communications Company
Ltd. (“Partner Communications”) for the purpose of selling electricity to Partner Communications’ consumers, who are
household consumers or small businesses (SMB). The agreement will allow the diversification of OPC’s customer mix. According to
the agreement, OPC will supply electricity at maximum quantities and under the conditions as defined therein, to Partner Communications’
customers, who will engage with OPC with OPC and Partner Communications in an agreement for the supply of electricity by OPC under the
conditions and maximum scope defined. OPC is required to supply the electricity, and is entitled to payment from Partner Communications
in accordance with the quantities of electricity consumed by Partner Communications’ consumers and in accordance with the tariff
prescribed in the agreement. The agreement is not subject to an undertaking by Partner Communications to purchase a minimum quantity of
electricity or to sign-on a minimum number of consumers. However, the agreement provides for an undertaking by Partner Communications
not to sign-on or supply electricity to its customers from any source other than through OPC, so long as a certain number of its customers
has not signed-on to OPC in accordance with the agreement. The agreement sets a maximum number of household electricity consumers that
can be signed-on to OPC, and a maximum hourly consumption in relation to SMBs, unless it is agreed otherwise by Partner Communications
and OPC. The agreement is effective from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2030, subject to early termination provisions. In April 2024,
the EA authorized OPC to sell electricity to household consumers without a smart meter as well, and assigning them a private conventional
supplier, starting November 1, 2024.
United States
The CPV Group’s projects mainly sell electricity and capacity to the PJM, NYISO
and ISO-NE wholesale markets.
CPV Renewables’ operating projects, Keenan, Mountain Wind, Maple Hill and Stagecoach
have entered into long term PPAs.
The CPV Group’s projects under development are expected to sell their energy,
capacity and RECs in the wholesale market or directly to consumers through long-term PPAs. Backbone, a solar project is in advanced development,
with a total capacity of about 179 MWdc, received a connection agreement to the grid from PJM and signed a 10-year PPA agreement for 82%
of the energy generated and SRECs. The remaining 18% of the project’s capacity is expected to be used to supply CPV Group’s
retail energy customers or sold in the spot market.
OPC’s Raw Materials and Suppliers
Israel
Gas Supply Agreements
Natural gas serves as the primary raw material for electricity generation in this area
of activity. OPC’s active power plants acquire gas primarily from the Karish Tanin Reservoir, which is held by Energean, and from
the Tamar Group.
Agreements with the
Tamar Group
The power plants owned by OPC in Israel
use natural gas as their primary fuel, with diesel fuel and fuel oil as backup.
Rotem
Rotem purchases natural gas from the Tamar Group, pursuant to a natural gas
supply agreement that expires upon the earlier of June 2029 or the date on which Rotem consumes the entire contractual capacity. The total
contractual quantity under the agreement amounts to 10.6 BCM. the Tamar Group estimated the value of the agreement to be approximately
$2.5 billion (excluding reductions in quantities and the subsequent amendments).
Certain annual quantities in the agreement
between the Tamar Group and Rotem are subject to a Take or Pay (TOP) obligation, based on a mechanism set out in the agreement. Under
certain circumstances if payment is made for a quantity of natural gas that is not actually consumed or a quantity of gas above the TOP
amount is purchased, Rotem may, subject to the restrictions and conditions, accumulate this quantity, for a limited time, and use it in
accordance with the terms of the agreement. The agreement includes provisions of assignment of rights to related parties for quantities
that were not consumed under certain conditions and up to close to their expiration date. Rotem may sell surplus gas under a secondary
sale, subject to conditions set in the agreement. In addition, Rotem was awarded an option that was exercisable in 2020-2022, to reduce
the daily contractual quantity to a certain rate set out in the agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the price of gas is based on a base
price in NIS, which was set on the date of signing the agreement, linked to changes in the generation component tariff, which is part
of the DSM, and in part (30%) to the USD representative exchange rate. The natural gas price formula set in the agreement between the
Tamar Group and Rotem is subject to a minimum price in USD.
In May 2022, Rotem served the Tamar Group
with a notice regarding the reduction of some of the quantities purchased under the agreement, which took place at the end of a 12-month
period (late May 2023), further to the amendment of Rotem’s agreement with Energean of May 2022. At the end of the notice period
regarding the reduction of quantities by virtue of the agreement and upon commencement of natural gas acquisition under the Energean agreement
in 2023, the quantities of natural gas acquired from the Tamar Group decreased significantly.
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Hadera
In September 2016, Hadera entered
into another gas supply agreement with the Tamar Group. The gas supply agreement will expire at the earlier of fifteen years after
the commencement of supply from the Tamar Reservoir (April 2013), or at the end of the consumption of the total contractual quantity.
Furthermore, if 91.5% of the total contractual quantity is not consumed, both parties have the right to extend the agreement by the earlier
of consumption of the full contractual quantity or two additional years. The price of gas is denominated in USD, is linked to the weighted
average of the generation component published by the EA and includes a minimum price. It is estimated that the total amount of the agreement
may amount to approximately $0.7 billion (assuming that the overall quantity will be consumed). According to the agreement, the Tamar
Group has an obligation to supply all of the quantities included in the agreement. Hadera has a TOP commitment regarding a certain annual
quantity of natural gas. Hadera has an option to reduce part of the daily contractual quantity to a certain rate as set out in the agreement.
In February 2020, in accordance with the amendment signed between the parties, Hadera gave notice of the date from which the average quantity
will be calculated for purposes of calculating the reduced quantities, subject to adjustments as described above. In light of the agreement
with Energean, in June 2022, Hadera served the Tamar Group with a notice regarding the reduction of quantities, as stated above (the “Reduction
Notice”), which came into effect in March 2023. Upon the commercial operation of the Karish Tanin Reservoir in 2023 and the acquisition
of natural gas in accordance with the agreement with Energean, the quantity and purchase cost of natural gas from the Tamar Group was
reduced. In addition, in September 2016, Hadera and the Tamar Group engaged in an additional agreement for the sale and purchase of gas.
The additional agreement expires upon the earlier of fifteen years from January 2019 or the date on which the total contractual quantity
is consumed. The gas price is denominated in USD and is linked to the weighted average of the generation component published by the EA
and includes a minimum price. Supply of the gas in accordance with the additional agreement, is on an interruptible basis. Hadera has
an early termination right in respect of the additional gas agreement in certain circumstances. Accordingly, in June 2022, Hadera informed
The Tamar Group of such early termination, and accordingly the additional agreement was terminated on June 30, 2023.
Gas supply
agreement assigned to Hadera by Infinya
. In 2012, Infinya entered into an agreement with the Tamar Group for the supply of natural
gas, which has been assigned to Hadera. This gas supply agreement expires upon the earlier of April 2028 or the date on which Hadera consumes
the entire contractual capacity. Both contracting parties have the option to extend the agreement, under certain conditions. The price
of gas is linked to the weighted average of the generation component tariff published by the EA, and it is also subject to a price floor.
According to the agreement, the gas shall be supplied on a firm basis, and includes a take or pay obligation, by Hadera. According to
the agreement, Hadera has the option to effectively reduce the purchased gas quantities by approximately 50%, subject to certain conditions.
In June 2022, Hadera exercised the option to reduce the quantities as stated above, which came into effect in March 2023.
Gat
Gat purchases natural gas from the Tamar
Group pursuant to a gas supply agreement which includes conditions for the purchase of a minimum quantity of gas and other arrangements.
In 2016, the parties signed an addendum to the supply agreement, whereby the term of the agreement was extended to 18 years from the first
supply date (with an option to extend by further two years, subject to the terms set out in the addendum). In March 2020, the supply agreement
became a continuous agreement, as part of which the Tamar Group undertakes to sell to the Gat Partnership the required quantity, and the
Gat Partnership undertakes to purchase a minimum annual quantity, or alternatively - to pay for the quantity it has undertaken to purchase
even if it had not actually purchased it (take or pay). In March 2021, and in accordance with the terms of the supply agreement, the Gat
Partnership reduced the minimum annual quantity purchased from the Tamar Group and started purchasing gas needed for the Gat Power Plant
from the gas reservoirs and in the secondary market under “spot” agreements. The agreement included additional provisions
and arrangements customary in agreements for the purchase of natural gas, including with regard to maintenance, gas quality, force majeure,
limitation of liability, early termination provisions under certain cases subject to conditions, assignments and a dispute resolution
mechanism. In accordance with the arrangement, the Tamar Group may demand - taking into account certain financial data or rating - guarantees
according to the value of the number of gas consumption days, in accordance with the contractual quantity set forth in the agreement.
Furthermore, the agreements include provisions regarding restrictions on secondary gas sale by the partnership to third parties, all in
accordance with set provisions and arrangements.
In 2024, the Tamar reservoir had regular
operations, with the exception of a few scheduled maintenance sessions. OPC expects a number of maintenance works in the Tamar Reservoir
in 2025.
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Agreements with Energean
In December 2017, Rotem and Hadera
signed agreements for the purchase of natural gas with Energean Israel Ltd. (“Energean”), which has holdings in the Karish
Reservoir. According to the agreements, the total initial base natural gas quantities to purchase by Rotem and Hadera was approximately
5.3 BCM and approximately 3.7 BCM, respectively (the “Total Contractual Quantity”). The agreement includes a TOP mechanism,
whereby Rotem and Hadera undertake to pay for a minimum quantity of natural gas even if they have not used it. The agreements include
additional provisions and arrangements customary in agreements for the purchase of natural gas, including with regard to maintenance,
gas quality, limitation of liability, buyer and seller collateral, assignments and liens, dispute resolution and operating mechanisms.
In accordance with the regulation, OPC is required to provide guarantees under certain conditions set forth in the agreement, including
a downgrading of the rating, according to the value of the number of gas consumption days, in accordance with the contractual quantity
set forth in the agreement. As part of an amendment to Rotem and Hadera’s Energean agreements of 2019, the rate of gas consumption
by Rotem was accelerated, such that Rotem’s daily and annual contractual gas consumption from Energean was increased by 50%, with
no change in the Total Contractual Quantity being purchased from Energean. Accordingly, the agreement period was updated to the earlier
of 10 years or until the Total Contractual Quantity has been consumed (instead of the earlier of 15 years or until the Total Contractual
Quantity will have been consumed) (the “Additional Agreement Term”). The agreements with Energean include circumstances under
which each party to the agreements will be entitled to terminate the relevant agreement before the end of the first agreement period (or
the Additional Agreement Term), including cases of prolonged supply interruptions, compromised collateral, among others. The price of
the natural gas in the agreements with Energean is denominated in USD and is based on an agreed formula, which is linked to the generation
component and includes a minimum price. The original total financial amount of the agreements was estimated at approximately $1.3 billion
(assuming consumption of the total basic quantity and in accordance with the original agreements and in accordance with the gas price
formula as of the engagement date) and depends mainly on the generation component, the increase of the quantities as described below and
the volume of gas consumed. In connection with the notice to reduce gas supply from the Tamar Group, in May 2022, Rotem and Hadera signed
amendments to the Energean Agreements, pursuant to which Rotem and Hadera would issue the Reduction Notice by the date on which piping
of gas from the Karish Reservoir would commence after the running in period has ended. In August 2022, Rotem and Hadera informed Energean
regarding the increase of the contractual gas quantity under the original terms and conditions of the Energean agreements. In November
2022, Rotem served Energean with a notice of the exercise of the option to acquire an additional immaterial quantity, as set out in the
amendment to the agreement with Energean. At the beginning of 2023, Energean issued a notice to Hadera and Rotem regarding the completion
of the commissioning and commercial operation on March 26, 2023. In addition, in 2023 Rotem and Hadera recognized a contractual amount
totaling approximately NIS 18 million (approximately $5 million), which was received during the reporting period and recognized in the
cost of sales line item. Since the commercial operation date, during 2023 and 2024 there were several planned maintenance days in the
Karish Tanin Reservoir, and during the periods in which the reservoir was shut down or operated on a partial basis without advance notice,
in respect of which accounts were settled as part of the contractual arrangements which govern shortfalls in the event of non-scheduled
shutdowns. In 2025, a total of approximately 14 maintenance days are expected to take place in the Karish Tanin Reservoir.
Zomet
Pursuant to the Zomet Regulation (Regulation
914), Zomet may receive gas required for its operations by either: (1) signing a gas agreement; (2) signing another agreement for supply
of natural gas (for example, purchase of gas from another reseller or purchase of gas from other gas consumers) which permits supply of
gas to the facility during all hours of the year; (3) if Zomet is unable to supply gas to the power plant during all hours of the year
in accordance with alternatives (1) and (2) above, separately or jointly, it will receive gas based on the directives of the System Operator
as part of Regulation 914. Currently, OPC meets Zomet’s demand for gas under OPC gas agreements.
Energy generation facilities on consumers’ premises
In connection with OPC's consumer on-site
facilities, the necessary gas has been purchased or is expected to be purchased under the agreements OPC has entered into or will enter
into.
Sorek 2
The Sorek 2 facility is expected to purchase
some of the natural gas required for its operations from the Leviathan Reservoir as part of its arrangements with the desalination facility.
The remaining gas quantities which will be required for the operation of the generation facility are expected to be purchased through
gas purchase agreements into which OPC entered and/or will enter. From time to time, OPC enters into additional gas sale and purchase
agreements for its operations, and as an auxiliary part of the electricity and energy generation and supply activity.
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Gas supply disruptions; dual fuel capacity
Electricity generation activity may be impacted by disruptions to the capacity or supply
of the natural gas. In the event of a prolonged failure in the supply of natural gas, OPC’s projects in Israel must be prepared
to generate electricity by means of use of alternative fuel (diesel fuel). With the activation of additional gas suppliers the Leviathan
Group at the end of 2019 and the Karish Tanin Reservoir in 2023, the risk of a widespread gas supply failure in the Israeli economy has
been somewhat mitigated, compared to the previous situation where there was a single gas supplier. At the same time, any disruptions in
the availability or supply of natural gas from the reservoirs with which OPC has purchase agreements, along with fluctuating market prices
of natural gas in Israel (including production by local gas suppliers) from time to time, may impact the costs incurred by OPC in respect
of the acquisition of natural gas.
Rotem, Hadera and Zomet power plants are dual-fuel electricity producers (i.e., they
can operate using both natural gas and diesel fuel with the required adjustments). Accordingly, the power plants have a diesel fuel
stock as required at each power plant. In addition, Hadera and Zomet power plants are subject to Covenant 125, which addresses the issue
of natural gas shortages in Israel, and which prescribes, among other things, the System Operator’s power to issue guidance on the
use of diesel fuel in the electricity sector at times of gas shortages, and that a producer which produced electricity using diesel fuel
according to the guidance of the System Operator shall be compensated in respect of the difference between the cost of production using
diesel fuel and the cost of production using gas, which is known to the producer. OPC believes, based on past experience, that Covenant
125 also applies to the Rotem Power Plant; the EA has stated that its position on the subject is different, and OPC informed the EA of
its position regarding this matter.
In accordance with Hadera’s agreement with Infinya, in case of shortage of gas,
and insofar as Infinya instructs Hadera to continue operating, arrangements were provided for operating the power plant using an alternative
fuel and the netting in respect thereof.
Gas Purchase Agreement
On March 18, 2024, a partnership wholly-owned by OPC contracted with a third party (who
is not a gas supplier) under an agreement for the purchase of natural gas. The agreement will terminate on June 30, 2030 or at the earlier
of: the end of the consumption of the total contractual quantity of approximately 0.46 BCM as set out in the agreement. Under the agreement,
the seller undertook to provide to OPC (through its partnership) a daily quantity of gas, to be decided by OPC each month, in accordance
with the mechanism set out in the agreement, and OPC assumed a take-or-pay liability for a certain annual consumption as set out in the
agreement. The agreement includes arrangements regarding quantities consumed above or below the minimum annual quantity. The agreement
contains additional provisions and the customary arrangements in agreements for the purchase of natural gas, including regarding natural
gas quality and supply, and the gas price is denominated in USD, based on a consensual formula which is linked to the generation component
and stipulates a minimum price. In addition, the agreement contains customary provisions relating to undersupply, force majeure, limitation
of liability, early termination in specific cases (subject to conditions), and assignment.
Agreement
to purchase solar panels for the Ramat Beka Project
In December 2024, OPC entered into an agreement
to supply solar panels for the Ramat Beka project with a global supplier (the “Panel Supplier”), with a capacity of up to
500 MW, at a total estimated cost of approximately $50 million. The purchase agreement provides that the Panel Supplier shall supply
OPC with solar panels in accordance with purchase orders, at a fixed price (USD). In addition, the agreement includes provisions in respect
of the solar panels’ technical specifications, ordering mechanisms, early termination provisions and terms and conditions thereof,
supply dates, warranty terms and conditions, payment of advances to the supplier, and compensation in the event of a significant delay,
as well as the collateral that OPC and Panel Supplier would provide to secure their contractual undertakings. The solar panels are expected
to be supplied in 2026-2028.
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United States
CPV’s project companies are party to gas supply, transmission and interconnection
agreements as well as maintenance and operating agreements and management agreements, as described above and below.
Natural Gas-fired Projects
CPV’s project companies with natural gas-fired power plants purchase natural gas
from third parties pursuant to gas sale and purchase agreements.
Services Agreements, Equipment Agreements and
EPC Contracts
The operating companies of CPV projects mostly enter into long-term operating and maintenance
agreements and services agreements with original equipment manufacturers and third-party suppliers for the maintenance and operation of
the project facilities’ equipment. In connection with the projects under construction, CPV also enters into general purchase agreements
and equipment supply agreements with original equipment manufacturers, as well as engineering and procurement contracts, including identifying
and assembling special equipment in certain facilities.
In respect of the Renewable Energy operations, on March 10, 2022, CPV entered into a
framework purchase agreement of solar panels for a total capacity of approximately 530 MWdc. According to the agreement, the solar panels
are supplied based on purchase orders delivered by CPV during 2023-2025. CPV has paid a down payment to the solar panels supplier. CPV
has a right of early termination on certain dates, for partial payments to the supplier based on the date of such early termination. The
agreement further includes, among others, provisions regarding quantities, model, manner of delivery of the panels and termination. The
overall amount of purchases under the agreement may total up to approximately $185 million (assuming purchase of the maximum quantity).
The agreement is planned to be used for CPV’s solar projects in development stages with a total capacity of 530 megawatts. Since
its execution, the agreement has been amended to, among other things, reallocate the total volume of panels among the CPV Group’s
solar projects and increase the number of installment payments with respect thereto.
In 2023, the CPV Group started receiving deliveries of the solar panels. All panels
under the agreement were ordered for projects under construction and additional pipeline projects.
CPV Group receives credit from most of its suppliers for a period of approximately 30
days.
OPC’s Competition
Israel
Within Israel, OPC’s major competitors are the IEC and private power generators,
such as Dorad Energy Ltd., Dalia, Rapac-Generation, Shikun Binui Energy, APM and the Edeltech Group, who, as a result of government
initiatives encouraging investments in the Israeli power generation market, have constructed, and are constructing, power stations with
significant capacity. In 2023, the energy the power plants generated in this segment totalled 5.3 TWh, constituting about 6.9% of the
total energy generated in Israel, and about 12.8% of the energy generated by independent power producers in Israel during that year (including
renewable energies).
In February 2021, the EA established a regulatory scheme for suppliers with no means
of generation for the first time (hereinafter – “Virtual Supply”), including criteria and tariffs to purchase energy
for their consumers at the tariffs to be based on an SMP-based component and components affected, inter alia, by the scope of consumption
during peak demand. In June 2024, the EA expanded the market to include household consumers having only a basic meter, who could engage
with a virtual supplier starting from September 2024, and with conventional suppliers – starting from January 2025. This led to
the entry of new players who were not yet active in the Israeli electricity market, and who have received a supply license. In addition,
due to gradual adoption of ESG standards, there is a significant gradual increase in demand for electricity from renewable sources, in
addition to electricity from uninterrupted and reliable sources such as natural gas. From 2024, following the commencement of the implementation
of the market model regulation in the distribution segment, virtual suppliers will also be permitted to sell electricity generated using
renewable energies to end customers. As of March 2025, the main actors in the renewable energy supply segment are EDF Energies Israel
Nouvelles Ltd., Meshek Energy Ltd., Shikun Binui Energy Ltd., Dora Energy and Enlight Ltd.
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During 2024, the electricity supply segment has included a retail channel, comprising
the marketing of electricity to many end customers, the provision of services and ongoing management of customer accounts in an appropriate
manner. At least regarding small customers (households and small businesses), players in this channel include mainly communications companies,
utility companies, and other entities with experience and relative advantages in distribution to end customers (for example, Meshek Energy
- Renewable Energies Ltd., Bezeq - Israel Telecommunications Corp. Ltd., and Generation Capital Ltd. and others). OPC believes that competition
for consumers in the supply segment may expand even beyond the factors stated above, due to the construction of the new facilities which
are scheduled to sell electricity to customers, such as the Ramat Beka Project, as a result of the trends led by the EA to expand the
supply segment to include additional operators, including those operating in the electricity generation segment. The new regulation that
came into force during 2024 allows all customers in Israel to contract with independent power suppliers - a measure that OPC believes
will expand the scope of consumption associated with independent suppliers. OPC finds it difficult to assess the effects of competition
thereon; these depend on regulatory changes, schedules, and volume of sales.
United States
CPV operates in a highly competitive market. Natural gas, solar, and wind projects account
for over 90% of new capacity under construction in the U.S. with significant competition among independent power producers and renewable
project developers. Independent power producers compete with CPV in selling electricity and capacity to the wholesale electrical grid.
In addition, the competitors can also sell electricity to third-party customers by entering into PPAs. Despite the fact that CPV’s
power plants are more efficient compared to the market average and hence they have lower costs compared to other conventional gas-fired
power plants, competition posed by other production sources, and the use of other technologies may have an adverse effect on electricity
prices and capacity, and as a result have a negative effect on CPV Group’s revenues. CPV believes that the CPV Group project’s
share of the total capacity in their respective markets are not significant which allows for significant growth.
In addition, CPV’s other competitors in the U.S. energy market include generators
of different technology types, such as coal, oil, hydroelectric, nuclear, wind, solar and other types of renewable energies. Some of the
generators in different markets is owned and operated by supervised electricity companies, venture capital funds, banks and other financial
entities.
The main competitors in the field of energy supply are local electric utility companies,
independent power producers, and other suppliers that produce decentralized electricity off the grid and there may be a difference in
terms of capabilities, energy sources, and nature of activity, depending, inter alia, on the relevant electricity market. Companies that
compete with the CPV Group in the field of energy supply are independent power companies engaged in the generation of energy, and other
suppliers engaged in supply of energy. CPV invests in developing new projects using a range of technologies in a range of markets while
using various types of contracts in order to improve its ability to compete with existing producers and other competitors, and in order
to diversify the risks. In addition, CPV has internal organizational capabilities in all key areas of external and government relations,
commodities marketing and trade, finance, licensing, and operations that allow its strategy to develop rapidly and efficiently.
OPC’s Seasonality
Israel
Revenues from the sale of electricity are seasonal and impacted by the “Time of
Use” (or “TAOZ”) tariffs published by the EA. As updated by the EA’s decision , the seasons are divided into three
in accordance with the resolution of the Israeli Electricity Authority to update the demand hours clusters, as follows: (i) summer—June
to September; (ii) winter—December, January and February; and (iii) transition season—March to May and October to November.
OPC’s revenues from customers are based on customers’ seasonal consumption, demand hours clusters and tariffs applicable to
consumption times. The gas price linkage pursuant to the gas agreements is based on the weighted average annual generation component.
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The following table provides a schedule of the weighted EA’s generation component
rates for the following periods based on seasons and demand hours, published by the EA:
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Season
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Demand Hours
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January 2024
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February to March 2024
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January 2025
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Winter
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Off—peak
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19.16
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18.98
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18.38
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On-peak
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71.87
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71.17
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68.86
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Spring or Fall
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Off—peak
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18.38
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18.21
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17.61
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On-peak
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21.97
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21.76
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21.05
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Summer
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Off—peak
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22.49
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22.27
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21.54
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On-peak
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115.48
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114.35
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110.64
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Weighted Average Rate
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30.39
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30.07
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29.39
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In general, tariffs in the summer and winter are higher than during transitional seasons.
The cost of acquiring gas, which is the primary cost of OPC, is not influenced by the tariff seasonality.
The following is the average quarterly and annual generation component in 2024 and 2025:
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Quarter
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Generation Component for 2024 (agorot per KW)
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Generation Component for 2025 (agorot per KW)
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1
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26.23
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25.17
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2
|
24.37
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24.12
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3
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38.78
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36.79
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|
4
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22.68
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21.70
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Annual
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28.02
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26.96
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For further information on the seasonality of tariffs in Israel, see “
—Industry
Overview—Overview of Israeli Electricity Generation Industry.
”
The following table provides a summary of OPC’s revenues from the sale of electricity,
by season for 2023 and 2024. These figures have not been audited or reviewed.
|
2023
($ millions) |
Revised DHCs*
|
2024
($ millions) |
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|
Summer (2 months)
|
271
|
Summer (4 months)
|
270
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Winter (3 months)
|
136
|
Winter (3 months)
|
149
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Transitional Seasons (7 months)
|
190
|
Spring and fall (5 months)
|
193
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Total for the year
|
597
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Total for the year
|
612
|
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United States
The revenues from generation of electricity are seasonal and are impacted by weather.
In general, in natural gas-fueled power plants, profitability is higher during the highest and lowest temperatures of the year, which
often coincides with summer and winter. In view of the effects of seasonality, generally, the preference is to conduct maintenance works
in power plants, to the extent possible, during the autumn and spring, in which demand for electricity is relatively low. The profitability
of renewable energy electricity production is subject to production volume, which varies based on wind and solar operations’ patterns
as well as electricity price, which tends to be higher in winter unless the project is engaged in advance in a contract for a fixed price.
OPC’s Property, Plants and Equipment
Israel
For summary operational information for OPC’s operating plants in Israel as of
and for the year ended December 31, 2024, see “
—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s
Description of Operations—Israel.
”
OPC leases its principal executive offices in Israel. OPC owns all of its power generation
facilities.
As of December 31, 2024, the consolidated net book value of OPC’s property, plant
and equipment was $1,154 million.
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The table below sets forth a summary of primary land plots owned or leased by OPC, or
that OPC has right of use in, in which OPC operates (1 dunam = 1,000m
2
).
|
Site
|
Location
|
Right in Asset
|
Area and Characteristics
|
|||
|
Real estate held through Rotem
|
||||||
|
Land on which the Rotem Power Plant was built
|
Mishor Rotem
|
Lease
|
About 55 dunams
|
|||
|
Real estate held through Hadera
|
||||||
|
Hadera Energy Center and the Hadera power plant (including emergency road)
|
Hadera
|
Rental
|
About 30 dunams (Power Plant and Hadera Energy Center)
|
|||
|
Land held by
Z
omet
(through
Z
omet HLH General Partner Ltd. and
Z
omet Netiv
Limited Partnership)
|
||||||
|
Land on which the Zomet power plant was built
|
Plugot Intersection
|
Zomet Netiv Limited Partnership—(by force of a development agreement with ILA)—Lease
|
About 85 dunams
|
|||
|
Land held through Gat
|
||||||
|
Land on which the Gat power plant was built
|
Gat
|
Ownership
|
About 12.4 dunams
|
|||
|
Right-of-use of the land for Sorek 2
|
||||||
|
Land on which the Sorek 2 generation facility is being constructed
|
Sorek 2 Desalination Facility
|
Right of use
|
About 2 dunams
|
|||
|
Real estate (including options for land) held by Hadera for Hadera
2
|
||||||
|
Hadera Expansion—Land near the area of the Hadera Power Plant
|
Hadera
|
Annual option to extend the lease through the end of 2027. In December 2024, the option
for 2025 was exercised
|
About 68 dunams
|
|||
|
Land Agreement of Rotem 2
|
||||||
|
Land near to space on which Rotem Power Plant was built
|
Mishor Rotem
|
Lease
|
About 55 dunams
|
|||
United States
In general, the land on which the projects are situated (both the operational projects
and the projects under construction) is held in a number of ways—ownership, lease with use right, under a permit and licenses. In
some cases, the facilities themselves are located on owned land, where there are easements in land surrounding the facility for purposes
of interconnection and transmission. In addition to the project lands, CPV leases office space for use by the headquarters in Silver Spring,
Maryland, Sugar Land, Texas, and in Braintree, Massachusetts pursuant to multi-year lease agreements.
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Set forth below is information on the lands on which CPV plants in commercial operation
(and Backbone, which is under construction) are located.
|
Site
|
|
Location
|
|
The right in the
property |
|
Area and
characteristics |
|
Expiration date
of right |
|
|
Conventional Energy Projects
|
|||||||||
|
Shore
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Shore power plant was constructed
|
|
Middlesex County, New Jersey
|
|
Ownership
|
|
About 111,290 square meters (28 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Maryland
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Maryland power plant was constructed
|
|
Charles County, Maryland
|
|
Ownership / easements / licenses and permits / authority
|
|
About 308,290 square meters (76 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Valley
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Valley power plant was constructed
|
|
Wawayanda, Orange County, New York
|
|
Substantive Ownership
(1)
/
easements or permits
|
|
About 121,406 square meters (30 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Towantic
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Towantic power plant was constructed
|
|
New Haven County, Connecticut
|
|
Ownership / easements
|
|
About 107,242 square meters (26 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Fairview
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Fairview power plant was constructed
|
|
Cambria County, Jackson Township, Pennsylvania
|
|
Ownership / easements
|
|
About 352,077 square meters (87 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Three Rivers power plant was constructed
|
|
Grundy County, Illinois
|
|
Ownership / easements
|
|
About 485,623 square meters (120 acres)
|
|
N/A
|
|
|
Renewable Energy Projects
|
|||||||||
|
Keenan II
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Keenan II wind farm was constructed
|
|
Woodward County, Oklahoma
|
|
Contractual easements
|
|
Rights to land and the equipment
|
|
December 31, 2040
|
|
|
Mountain Wind
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the CPV Mountain Wind wind farms were constructed (aggregated for the four wind farms of
Mountain Wind)
|
|
Franklin, Oxford and Waldo Counties, Maine
|
|
Contractual easements and leases
|
|
Approximately 15,000,000 square meters (3,700 acres)
|
|
Forty years (Thirty years for 20% of Spruce Mountain) Various 2046—2055
|
|
|
Maple Hill
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Maple Hill solar project was constructed
|
|
Cambria County, Jackson Township, Pennsylvania
|
|
Ownership / easements
|
|
About 3,063,470 square meters (757 acres, of which 11 acres are leased)
|
|
With regard to the leased area December 1, 2058
|
|
|
Stagecoach
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Stagecoach solar project is being built
|
|
Macon County, Georgia
|
|
Lease Agreement
|
|
Approximately 2,541,426 m²(628 acres)
|
|
May 22, 2042 with option to extend for an additional 20 years
|
|
|
Backbone
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the Backbone solar projet is being built
|
|
Garrett County, Maryland
|
|
Lease agreement
|
|
Approximately 10,355,905 m
2
(2,559 acres)
|
|
The earlier of March 31, 2025 or commencement of the operating period, plus an option
to extend by five consecutive periods of seven years during operations.
|
|
|
Rogue’s Wind
|
|||||||||
|
Land on which the CPV Rogue's Wind wind mill is being built
|
Cambria County and Clearfield County, Pennsylvania
|
Easements
|
Approximately
26,304,566 m²
(6,500 acres)
|
July 2, 2057 with option to extend term with two ten year renewal options.
|
|||||
|
|
(1) |
This land is held for the benefit of Valley, which is entitled to transfer it to its name.
|
The intangible assets of the CPV Group primarily include lease agreements for projects
and power purchase agreements.
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Insurance
OPC and its subsidiaries, including CPV, hold various insurance policies , including
“all-risks” insurance. As of March 12, 2025, Rotem, Zomet, Gat, Hadera and the Hadera Energy Center are insured under, among
others, the following insurance policies: "all risks" property insurance including mechanical breakage, loss of profit due to damage to
the insured property, acts of terror and War (combined property and loss of profit insurance policy), third party liability insurance,
employer liability insurance.
The Sorek 2 generation facility is insured under a joint construction policy with IDE
(who is constructing the desalination facility). OPC pays a premium in respect of the policy based on its share.
The generation facilities at consumers’ premises have insurance coverage for their
construction and operation stages (depending on the stage of the project). Furthermore, the liability insurance and the employers’
liability insurance are regulated under other policies taken out by OPC.
OPC’s sites (similar to most private business activities in Israel) could be exposed
to physical damage as a result of the War in Israel. The War’s potential effects, including events such as Iran’s attacks
on Israel and attacks by hostile organizations in Yemen, might have an adverse effect on the availability of insurance policies to cover
OPC’s assets in Israel in respect of war and terrorism risks, or on the terms of engagement in such policies. OPC renewed such insurance
policies in Israel through May 31, 2025. The insurance policies maintained by OPC and its subsidiaries may not cover certain types of
damages or may not cover the entire scope and cost of damage caused and such policies include deductibles and exceptions as customary
in the areas of activity. In addition, OPC or CPV may not be able to obtain insurance on comparable terms in the future.
Similarly, the CPV Group holds various insurance policies for purposes of reducing the
damage that could be caused to it as a result of occurrence of certain risks, including “all risks” insurance. The existing
insurance policies of the CPV Group may not cover certain damages or not cover the entire scope of the damage caused (and such policies
include deductibles and exceptions as customary in the areas of activity). In addition, it is possible that the CPV Group will not be
able to obtain insurance under similar terms and conditions in the future. The CPV Group could be adversely impacted if its projects possession
suffer any damages that are not fully covered by insurance policies.
Employees
Israel
As of December 31, 2024, in Israel, OPC had a total of 171 employees, of which 98 employees
are in the OPC Israel division (including plant operation, corporate management, finance, commercial and other), and 73 are at OPC’s
headquarters. Substantially all of OPC’s employees are employed on a full-time basis.
The table below sets forth breakdown of employees in Israel by main category of activity
as of the dates indicated:
|
As of December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
Number of employees by category of activity:
|
||||||||||||
|
Headquarters
|
73
|
55
|
50
|
|||||||||
|
Plant operation, corporate management, finance, commercial and other
|
98
|
114
|
100
|
|||||||||
|
OPC Total (in Israel)
|
171
|
169
|
150
|
|||||||||
Most of Rotem and Hadera power plants’ operations employees are employed under
collective employment agreements. Rotem is currently negotiating with its employees the engagement in a revised collective agreement to
come into force immediately upon the end of the term of the agreement. The term of the Rotem collective agreement ended on March 31, 2023,
and a revised collective agreement was signed in respect of Rotem’s employees for a period of four years until March 31, 2027. Approximately
70 of the employees in Hadera are employed under a collective agreement which was signed in December 2022 and will be in effect through
March 2026.
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United States
As of December 31, 2024, CPV had a total of 167 employees. In general, CPV does not
enter into employment contracts with its employees. All employees of CPV are “at-will” employees and are typically not physically
present at the project companies facilities. Rather, day-to-day operations at the project facilities are performed by contractors who
are employed directly by the applicable OM service providers.
Shareholders’ Agreements
OPC Israel
A shareholders’ agreement is in place between OPC and Veridis regarding OPC Israel.
The shareholders’ agreement regarding OPC Israel includes customary terms and conditions, including, inter alia provisions regarding
shareholder meetings, rights to appoint directors (such that OPC, as the controlling shareholder, has the right to appoint the majority
of directors), and shareholder rights in case of share allocation.
The shareholders’ agreement grants Veridis veto rights in connection with certain
material decisions regarding OPC Israel, including: (i) changing the incorporation documents so as to adversely affect or change Veridis’
rights and obligations; (ii) liquidation; (iii) extraordinary transactions (as the term is defined by the Israeli Companies Law -1999)
with related parties, with the exception of the exceptions set forth therein; (iv) entry into new substantial projects that are not included
in OPC Israel’s area of activity; (v) a restructuring or a merger as a result of which OPC Israel is not the surviving company,
subject to an exception in the case of a drag-along sale; (vi) appointing an independent auditor to OPC Israel or a material subsidiary
thereof that is not one of the “Big Five” CPA firms; and (vii) approval of a transaction or project, in the agreement in which
the planned investment amount is highly material, in accordance with criteria set forth, and subject to exceptions.
The agreement provides for additional rights in the event of the sale of OPC Israel’s
shares held by any of the parties, such as the right of first refusal, the tag-along right, the drag-along right—all in accordance
with the terms and conditions set forth.
OPC Power
In October 2020, OPC signed a partnership agreement with three institutional investors
in connection with the formation of OPC Power (the “Partnership”) and acquisition of CPV by the Partnership. OPC is the general
partner and owns 70.5% of the Partnership interests. The limited partners of the Partnership are: OPC (70.5% interest; directly or through
a subsidiary), Clal Insurance Group (12.75% interest), Migdal Insurance Group (12.75% interest) and a company from the Hapoalim Capital
Markets Group (4.5% interest) (together, the “Financial Investors”). The percentages above do not reflect participation rights
in the profits allocated to the CPV managers. The total balance of investment undertakings and shareholders’ loans advanced by all
partners under the facility is estimated at approximately $100 million (excluding the guarantee facility). In the fourth quarter of 2024,
the total investment commitments and shareholders’ loans made to the Partnership were increased, subject to and pending the investment
of the full additional commitment, OPC’s (indirect) holding rate of the CPV Group is expected to be approximately 70.5%.
The general partner of the Partnership, an entity wholly-owned by OPC, manages the ownership
of CPV Group, with certain material actions (or actions which may involve a conflict of interest between the general partner and the limited
partners) requiring approval of a majority or special majority (according to the specific action) of the institutional investors which
are limited partners. The general partner is entitled to management fees and success fees subject to meeting certain achievements. There
are limits on transfers of partnership interests, with OPC not permitted to sell its interest in the Partnership for a period of three
years (except in the case of a public offering by the Partnership), tag along rights for the Financial Investors, drag along rights, and
rights of first offer (ROFO) for OPC and the Financial Investors in the case of transfers by the other party. OPC and the Financial Investors
have entered into put and call arrangements, with the Financial Investors being granted put options and OPC being granted a call option
(if the put options are not exercised), with respect to their holdings in the Partnership. These options are exercisable after 10 years
from the date of the CPV acquisition and to the extent that up to such time the Partnership interests are not traded on a recognized stock
exchange.
Investment in CPV Renewables
In August 2024, subsidiaries of CPV entered into agreements (including shareholders
agreement) with Harrison Street, a U.S. private equity fund to invest a total of $300 million in CPV Renewables for 33.33% of the equity
interests of CPV Renewables. For further details about the investment in CPV Renewables, please see “
Item
4.B. Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—United States—Description
of CPV operations—Equity Investment in CPV Renewables.
”
Legal Proceedings
For a discussion of significant legal proceedings to which OPC’s businesses are
party and other contingent liabilities, see Note 18 to our financial statements included in this annual report.
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Industry Overview
Overview of Israeli Electricity Generation Industry
Electricity generation and supply in Israel
In general, the Israeli electricity sector is divided into several segments reflecting
different stages of the electricity supply chain - from the generation stage to the sale to the end customer: the generation segment;
the transmission segment (transmitting electricity from generation facilities to switching stations and substations through the electricity
transmission grid); the distribution sector (transmitting electricity from substations to consumers through the distribution grid including
high voltage and low voltage lines), the supply sector (sale of electricity to private customers) and the System Operator. According to
the Electricity Sector Law, none of the actions provided in the Electricity Sector Law may be carried out without a license, subject to
legal restrictions, and in accordance with activity in each of the segments requiring a relevant license.
As of December 31, 2023, the installed electricity production capacity in Israel (of
the IEC and independent producers), was approximately 17,830 MW excluding renewable energies, and approximately 5,891 MW of renewable
energies. According to publications of the Israeli Electricity Authority, in 2023 demand for electricity increased by 1.2% (calculated
annually), and in 2024, the increase is expected to stand at 2.9%. According to the Electricity Sector Report, in 2023 the sectoral generation
amounted to 77.4 TWh; in 2030, the annual generation forecast is expected to stand at 94.6 TWh.
The Israeli electricity market includes a number of key players: the EA, the IEC, Noga,
the Ministry of Energy, independent power producers and suppliers and electricity consumers.
The Ministry of Energy oversees of the energy and natural resources sectors of Israel,
including electricity, fuel, cooking gas, natural gas, energy conservation, oil and gas exploration, etc. The Ministry of Energy regulates
the public and private entities involved in these fields. In addition, the Minister of Energy has powers under the Electricity Sector
Law, including regarding licenses and policy setting on matters regulated under the Law. The EA reports to the Ministry of Energy and
operates in accordance with its policy. The Electricity Sector Law empowers the EA to issue licenses, to supervise license holders (including
private license holders), to set tariffs and criteria for the level and quality of service required from an “essential service provider”
license holder. Accordingly, the EA supervises both the IEC and Noga as well as independent power producers and suppliers. According to
the Electricity Sector Law, the EA is authorized to determine the electricity tariffs in the market (including the generation component).
The IEC supplies electricity to most of the customers in Israel in accordance with licenses
granted to it under the Electricity Sector Law, and transmits and distributes almost all of the electricity in Israel. In general, the
IEC is responsible for the installation and reading of the electricity meters of electricity consumers and generators and for transfer
of the information to Noga and suppliers in accordance with the decisions of the EA. In 2024, the penetration of independent power suppliers
into the consumer supply market, including household consumers, began to increase. Noga is a government company, whose operations commenced
in November 2021, and is in charge of the management of the electricity system in the generation and transmission segments, including
constant balancing out between the supply of electricity and the demand for electricity, planning of the transmission system, including,
among other things, drawing up a development plan for the transmission and generation segments. Pursuant to the Electricity Sector Law,
the IEC and Noga are each defined as an “essential service provider” and as such, they are subject to the criteria and tariffs
set by the EA. In 2023, the IEC’s share amounted to 46% of the generation segment and 67% in the supply segment.
According to the Electricity Market Report, as of 2023, independent power producers
(including OPC power plants), including those using renewable energy, active in Israel have an aggregate generation capacity of approximately
13,194 MW, constituting 56% of the total installed generation capacity in Israel According to Electricity Market Report, at the end of
2030, the market share of the independent power producers, including renewable energies, is expected to amount to approximately 78% of
the total installed capacity in the sector. In generation terms, in 2030 the market share of the independent power producers (including
OPC power plants), and including renewable energies, is expected to amount to approximately 77% of the total generation in the market.
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The generation component and changes in the IEC’s costs
In accordance with the Electricity Sector Law, the EA determines tariffs, including
the rate of the IEC electricity generation component, in accordance with the costs principle and the other considerations provided for
in the Electricity Sector Law, as applied by the EA. The generation component is based on, inter alia, the IEC’s fuel costs, comprising
mainly of the IEC’s gas and coal costs, the costs of purchasing electricity from independent producers, the IEC’s capital
costs, and the EA’s policy on classification of costs to either the generation component and the IEC’s system costs or the
recognition of such costs of the IEC. The generation component may also change based on the IEC’s other expenses and revenues and
may also be affected by other factors, such as, sale of power plants as part of the IEC Reform. In November 2024, the EA published a call
for proposals for changes to the tariff structure.
Under the agreements with private customers, OPC charges its customers the load and
time tariff (the “DSM Tariff”), net of the generation component discount. Since the electricity price in the agreements between
Rotem, Hadera and Gat (and of the generation facilities) and their customers is impacted directly by the generation component (such that
a decline in the generation component would generally lower the profitability and vice versa) and the weighted generation component is
the linkage base for the natural gas price in accordance with the gas supply agreements of OPC in Israel (subject to a minimum price),
OPC is exposed to changes in the generation component, including, among other things, changes in the generation costs and the energy acquisition
costs of the IEC, including the price of coal and the IEC’s gas cost. In addition, OPC is exposed to changes in the methodology
for determining the generation component and recognizing IEC costs by the EA. In general, an increase in the generation component has
a positive effect on OPC’s results.
In Israel, the TAOZ tariffs are supervised (controlled) and published by the EA. Generally,
the electricity tariffs in Israel in the summer and the winter are higher than those in the transition seasons. Acquisition of the gas,
which constitutes the main cost in this business operations, is not impacted by seasonality of the TAOZ (or the demand hours’ brackets).
The hourly demand brackets change the breakdown of OPC revenues over the quarters in such a manner that it increases the summer months
(and mainly the third quarter) at the expense of the other quarters, and particularly the first and fourth quarters. The summer on-peak
(August) high voltage tariff for 2024 indicates that the generation component in 2023 accounted for about 90.8% of TAOZ. In addition,
the TAOZ includes system costs at the rate of 7.3% and public utilities at the rate of about 1.9%.
On February 1, 2024, an annual update of the tariff for 2024 came into effect for IEC’s
electricity consumers and on January 1, 2025, an annual update of the tariff for 2025 came into effect.
Call for proposals regarding proposed changes to the tariff structure
On November 6, 2024, the EA published a call for proposals on proposed changes to the
tariff structure, which specified proposed updates to the principles for determining tariffs for Israel Electric Corporation consumers
and suppliers, in view of the changes in the electricity sector, as reviewed by the EA (the “Call for Proposals”). The
Call for Proposals deals with three key proposals: (1) A proposal to change the methodology for determining the generation component such
that it is set based on the system marginal price (“SMP”) plus a normative fixed component to be determined by the EA. Among
other things, in this proposal the EA aims to establish SMP as the underlying asset in competition in the supply segment; (2) a proposal
to apply an economic signalling mechanism for pricing external costs of emissions, such that it will be part of the marginal cost; and
(3) a proposal to revise the tariff automatically and more frequently in accordance with changes in indices. According to the Call for
Proposals, the proposals may be implemented gradually or comprehensively.
The suggested changes in the generation component structure and manner of determining
it was published in the Call for Proposals to receive public feedback prior to publishing a hearing that would be subject to comments,
changes and administrative processes, and therefore, at this preliminary stage, the final arrangements which would be set forth in resolutions
(if any) and their timing are uncertain, and may differ materially from the provisions set out in the Call for Proposals. OPC submitted
a response to the Call for Proposals, including a professional opinion and comments regarding the arrangements presented therein, and
continues to review the proposed arrangements and their potential implications for its operations (if they lead into a resolution);
OPC cannot assess the impact of the Call for Proposals on its financial results, if any. Furthermore, changes in the generation component,
including pursuant to the Call for Proposals, if approved, may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s operating results in Israel.
Maximum tariff for complementary tariffs
On February 17, 2025, the EA published a resolution to set maximum complementary tariffs
for producers, which are connected to the transmission grid and operate under the market model (the “Complementary Tariffs Resolution”).
As part of the resolution, the EA sets controlled protection tariffs paid to producers under the market regulation, such that a producer
who is entitled to one of the two types of protection tariffs (complementary tariff or loading tariff outside the loading order) will
receive a payment in accordance with the tariff cap set by the EA rather than in accordance with a proposal it will submit, if such a
proposal is higher than the tariff cap set by the EA. According to the hearing, the protection tariff cap will be calculated based on
the quarterly average gas price published by the Natural Gas Authority plus 40% for one-day advance netting or plus 60% for real time
netting and the components of variable operation cost in accordance with the normative costs set in Regulation 914. Until further notice,
with respect to producers operating with variable capacity as defined in the resolution, these producers will not be allowed to switch
to central loading. Furthermore, these producers will be entitled to submit individual loading bids in accordance with the price cap set
for them in the tariff approval or tender, and the proceeds for these bids will be according to the higher of the bid and the SMP (with
regard to Rotem).OPC believes that, in view of its revenue structure, which is not materially affected by the SMP or by the complementary
tariffs, the effect of the decision on OPC’s active projects is not expected to be material. Until a resolution regarding the Market
Model is made, the EA has regulated the activity of producers in the transmission grid through various regulatory schemes which were limited
in terms of time and scope.
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Updates in the demand hour clusters
In August 2022, the EA published a resolution to amend the demand hour clusters, which
became effective in January 2023, in which the following key revisions were set: (i) changing peak hours from the afternoon to the evening;
(ii) increasing the number of months during which peak time applies in the summer to from two months to four months; (iii) increasing
the difference between peak time and off-peak time; and (iv) defining a maximum of two clusters for each day of the year (without the
mid-peak cluster that was in force until the resolution went into effect). Changing the hour categories in accordance with the decision
is expected to increase the tariffs paid by the household consumers and decrease the tariffs paid by DSM Tariff consumers.
The resolution also stipulated that in view of the frequent changes in the sector and
the need to reflect the appropriate sectoral cost, the hour clusters shall be updated more frequently, in accordance with actual changes.
The revised demand hour clusters changed the breakdown of OPC’s revenues and profitability
in Israel across quarters, such that revenues and profitability in the summer (June to September) increased substantially compared
to other months.
Development of the independent electricity market in Israel
In recent years, the Israeli government completed key measures to transfer parts of
the electricity generation and supply in Israel from IEC to independent producers and suppliers and to increase competition in these segments,
including construction of private means of production in a variety of technologies, sale of IEC power plants to private entities, awarding
licenses to suppliers without means of production, deployment of smart meters, integration of consumers with basic counters in competition,
and relief in the process of switching to independent suppliers, among others.
The entrance of the independent power producers and suppliers has led to a significant
decrease in the IEC’s market share in the terms of the electricity generational and sale of electricity to large electricity consumers
(high and medium voltage consumers).
The generation segment - as of 2023, the IEC’s share amounted to 46% of the generation
segment. According to the forecasts of the EA, in 2030, most of the electricity (approximately 77%) will be generated by independent producers
using gas and renewable energies.
The supply segment - as of 2023, the IEC’s share amounted to 67% of the supply
segment. However, this data also includes supply of electricity to industrial producers, while in the case of the domestic users, the
IEC supplies most of the electricity. As of September 2024, there were approximately 50 virtual supply license holders, of whom
approximately 20 are active and have approximately 90 thousand customers, compared to approximately 5,000 customers of independent suppliers
at the end of 2022.
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The following table presents data on the share of independent power producers and the
IEC in the electricity market, as well as renewable energy production in 2022 and 2023, as published by the EA.
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December 31, 2022
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December 31, 2023
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Installed
Capacity (MW) |
% of Total
Installed Capacity in the Market |
Installed
Capacity (MW) |
% of Total
Installed Capacity in the Market |
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IEC
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10,527
|
47
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%
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10,527
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44.4
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%
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Independent power producers (without renewable energy)
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6,907
|
31
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%
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7,302
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30.8
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%
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Renewable energy (independent power producers)
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4,799
|
22
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%
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5,891
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24.8
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%
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Total in the market
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22,233
|
100
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%
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23,721
|
100
|
%
|
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Energy
generated (thousands of MWh) |
% of total
energy produced in Israel |
Energy
generated (thousands of MWh) |
% of total
energy produced in Israel |
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IEC
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39,224
|
51
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%
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35,708
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46.1
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%
|
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Independent power producers (without renewable energy)
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30,155
|
39
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%
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32,527
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42.0
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%
|
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Renewable energy (independent power producers)
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7,506
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9.7
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%
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9,141
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11.8
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%
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Total in the market
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76,886
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100
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%
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77,376
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100
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%
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Set forth below are data about the distribution of consumers between private suppliers
and the default supplier (in accordance with the IEC’s data):
Further to the IEC Reform, among other things, the system management activity was moved
from IEC to Noga, the Alon Tavor, East Hagit and Eshkol (the sale of which was completed in June 2024) generation sites were sold,
and competition in the supply segment has intensified through a series of decisions and ministerial policies to fully open the supply
segment to competition.
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Forecast of potential natural gas growth in the Israeli electricity market
Long-term forecast (through 2040)
:
On October 31, 2024, the Israeli government passed a resolution 2282 regarding “Promoting
the Energy Security of the Israeli Electricity Sector”. The purpose of the resolution is to provide energy security in demand areas
alongside the benefits of reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with the Israeli government’s objectives.
Among other things, the resolution established the need to construct - by 2040 - conventional power plants in the geographical areas and
years specified below
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Zones
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Need in 2031-2035
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Need in 2036-2040
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Zones 1-3
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5
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4
|
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Zone 4 as well as the zone in Section 7(a)(1)(b)(2)
to the Resolution |
0
|
2
|
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Zone 5 as well as the zone in Section 7(a)(1)(b)(3)
to the Resolution |
0
|
2
|
The Resolution stipulates the scope of the approved plans required for securing a planning
inventory; a total of 19 plans will be required, which will be zoned as detailed in the resolution, as well as conditions and criteria
for promoting planning certification applications.
Forecast by the end of the decade
:
According to the hearings and resolutions of the EA, four to five gas-powered conventional
generation units are expected to be constructed by the end of the decade, including the unit to be constructed under of the Sorek tender,
with a capacity of up to 900 MW, the replaced generation unit in the Eshkol site with a capacity of up to 850 MW, and two conventional
units with a capacity of up to 900 MW each (the construction of which is regulated under the EA’s resolution of August 2024); in
view of an amended hearing resolution published by the EA in January 2025 regarding the resolution referenced above (which has not yet
been approved as a resolution), there is an option whereby the regulation will propose the construction of three rather than two units.
Virtual supply—activity for suppliers with no means of generation
In February 2021, the EA established for the first time a regulatory scheme for suppliers
with no means of generation, including criteria and tariffs to purchase energy for their consumers at the tariffs to be based on an SMP-based
component and components affected, inter alia, by the scope of consumption during peak demand. In June 2024, the market opened to household
consumers having only a basic meter, who could engage with a virtual supplier starting from September 2024, and with conventional suppliers
– starting from January 2025. In July 2021, OPC was awarded a virtual supply license. OPC began entering into virtual supply
agreements with customers for a total capacity of 50 MW. OPC acts as the virtual supplier of consumers in accordance with virtual supply
agreements or additional supply agreements. OPC also entered into a virtual supply agreement with Noga. In April 2024, the EA amended
and updated the criteria to permit basic meters to enter the competition in the supply segment. According to the resolution, electricity
supply to household consumers would be permitted through a single-rate meter as well, regardless of the installation of a smart meter,
starting from July 1, 2024, with respect to virtual suppliers (having no means of generation), and starting from November 1, 2024, with
respect to conventional suppliers (having a means of generation), such that household consumers without a smart meter can be attributed
to private transactions based on a normative a household consumer consumption model. The resolution allows OPC to further diversify its
customer base by selling electricity - directly and/or indirectly - to all households. OPC believes that the measures taken by the
EA to open up the supply segment to competition have increased the number of entities operating in the household supply segment and the
scope of consumption associated with independent suppliers in a manner that is expected to boost the growing competition in this segment.
Given current regulatory restrictions on electricity supply through virtual suppliers from current conventional bilateral generation facilities,
electricity supply to household consumers transactions are made through contracts between conventional bilateral suppliers and business
entities operating in the retail sector, such as telecommunications and gas providers holding virtual supply licenses and serving, for
the purposes of the transaction, as the conventional suppliers’ subcontractors for the purpose of providing the service to household
consumers. As of September 2024, there are approximately 50 virtual supply license holders, of whom approximately 20 are active
and have approximately 90 thousand customers, compared to approximately 5,000 customers of independent suppliers at the end of 2022.
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Overview of United States Electricity Generation Industry
Overview
The electricity market in the United States, in which CPV operates, is the largest private
electricity market in the world with installed capacity of approximately 1,300 gigawatts of generation facilities. The generation mix
has changed significantly over the last several years. In 2016, natural gas overtook coal as the primary fuel source for electricity production
in the United States, after coal comprised over 50% of the electricity supply since the 1980s. These changes have been driven by federal
and state environmental policies, as well as the relative cost of the fuel sources and the advancement in technologies. These factors
also have greatly contributed to the growth in renewable technologies over the last several years. Alongside the increasing demand for
renewable energy, environmental goals of large commercial and industrial customers are driving demand for renewable energy.
The wholesale electric marketplace in the United States operates within the framework
of several FERC-approved regional or state market operators, including RTO or ISO. RTO/ISOs are responsible for the day-to-day operation
of the transmission system, the administration of the wholesale markets in the regions in which they operate, and for the long-term transmission
planning and resource adequacy functions. In most cases the ISO’s and RTO’s powers are concentrated under a single entity.
The RTOs and ISOs are supervised by FERC, except for ERCOT (the Texas electricity market), which is supervised by the Public Utility Commission
of Texas. In addition to FERC, other state regulators regulate the sale and transmission of electricity, within each state, and the RTOs/ISOs,
which are the key players in the wholesale electricity markets in the United States, in which the CPV Group operates, include other electricity
producers and local utility companies, that serve both wholesale and retail customers. Most of the other electricity producers (especially
producers that joined recently), and local electricity companies operating in these wholesale markets, are privately owned entities; however,
those market players include a number of publicly held cooperatives, government utility companies and federal system administrators.
Each of the ISOs and RTOs operates energy markets and related services, and buyers and
sellers can submit in those markets bids to sell or supply electricity and related services, such as capacity services, frequency stabilization,
backup, etc. Some of the ISOs and RTOs also operate capacity markets. ISOs and RTOs operating in advanced markets use a demand-based electricity
selling system, and a marginal price set by electricity producers to meet the regional consumption needs. In large parts of the United
States, the electricity management system has a more traditional structure where the local electric utility company is in charge of load
management and the production mix. The CPV Group operates mainly in advanced markets managed by ISOs or RTOs.
In addition to revenues from the sale of energy, related services and availability,
manufacturers of renewable energy and manufacturers of low-carbon energies benefit from government mechanisms and incentives. Both U.S.
federal and state governments offer incentives to suppliers in order to meet the renewable energy targets. A number of states require
the local electric utility company to acquire a certain quantity of RECs in accordance with the total consumption of their consumers.
In addition, there are federal tax incentives in connection with production of and investment in renewable energies and other low-carbon
technologies, which also constitute a financial incentive to develop specific production technologies. Furthermore, each state has in
place environmental protection regulations, which may provide incentives and encourage the closure of existing production facilities that
use fossil fuels. As a result of the change in the federal administration following the 2024 presidential elections, the scope of such
benefits as described above may be reduced or changed as a result of changes in the policy of the new administration of President Trump
While each of the ISOs and RTOs has the same function on the federal level, there are
significant differences between markets in terms of their structure and activity; those differences may affect the execution and the economic
feasibility of new projects, and promote or delay investments in new projects.
The CPV Group operates mainly in advanced markets managed by ISOs or RTOs.
Market Developments
The increasing demand for renewable energy led to an unprecedented increase in interconnection
applications by projects, and to an increase in interconnection survey applications by solar projects. These demands may affect the planning
functions of ISOs or RTOs (in which PJM is included) and utility and electric distribution companies, and lead to delays in interconnection
approvals; the demand may also affect the process and pace of promoting the CPV Group’s projects under development. In addition,
projects under construction and in development are affected by disruptions or delays in supply chains. Some of the CPV’s projects
under development or construction have signed certain agreements including PPAs and capacity agreements, as well as RECs, which include
provisions relating to delays in commercial operation. If the delays are longer than certain periods, the other parties to the agreements
may terminate the agreements, and the CPV Group’s compensation shall be limited to the collateral provided under the agreements.
The amount of collateral provided in connection with development projects (including pre-construction) which were provided due to various
needs and purposes in the execution stages may increase or decrease pursuant to the terms of applicable agreements in connection with
certain milestones being reached for the development projects.
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The transition in the United States to renewable energy and low-carbon emission generation
has been accelerating in recent years. Hydroelectric generation has been a mainstay of the industry from its early days, and certain parts
of the country have a significant resource base thereto. During the past decade there has been a significant decrease in the less efficient,
less flexible coal fired generation, mainly due to introduction of carbon capture power plants but coal still constitutes more than 16%
of the total electricity generation in the United States. While in recent years there has been a significant increase in the capacity
of power plants powered by wind and solar energy, the combined cycle capacity as well as other sources are required to meet the capacity
demands and for reliability of the system. A key factor driving the increase in renewable technologies are state policies supporting the
decarbonization of the economy which includes energy, transportation, and heating. Twenty-four states (including Maryland, New York, New
Jersey, Connecticut and Illinois, states in which the CPV Group operates), the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico have adopted mandatory
generation targets using renewable energy to support state demand, and others have policy targets aimed at reducing CO
2
emissions
over time. Plans implemented by states for renewable energy development require local utility companies to acquire a certain rate of electricity
from renewable sources through plans commonly referred to as RECs, which are tradable on a number of exchanges throughout the country.
Federal regulations require the reporting of greenhouse gas emissions under the federal
Clean Air Act (“CAA”). Federal regulations also impose limits on CO
2
emissions
from new (commenced construction after January 8, 2014) or reconstructed (commenced reconstruction after June 8, 2014) combined-cycle
power plants. States may also impose additional regulations or limitations on such emissions. For example, CPV’s conventional, natural
gas-fired power plants in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Maryland are subject to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (“RGGI”),
which requires CPV’s natural gas-fired plants to obtain, either through auctions or trading, greenhouse gas emission allowances
to offset each facility’s emission of CO
2
. Pennsylvania
may also adopt the RGGI regulation pending the outcome of legal proceedings challenging its implementation. Under RGGI, an independent
market monitor provides oversight of the auctions for CO
2
allowances,
as well as activity on the secondary market, to ensure integrity of, and confidence in, the market. In 2023, the price of carbon dioxide
allowances averaged $25.75 per allowance in the four quarterly RGGI auctions.
In addition, federal and state tax policies have incentivized investment in certain
low or no carbon technologies through PTC, which provide a tax benefit for every kWh generated by renewables during a ten-year period
and through ITC, which provide tax benefits based upon the amount of investment made in a renewable or a battery storage project; and
tax credit for carbon emissions that either used or sequestered.
In 2022, the IRA was signed into law by President Biden. Among other things, this law
awards significant tax benefits to renewable energies and technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. One of the IRA’s key
objective is to increase the production of electricity using renewable energies and to increase regulatory stability in this sector. For
more information on the IRA, see “
—Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters—United
States—The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
.”
For information on the PJM market, see “
—Regulatory,
Environmental and Compliance Matters—United States—The PJM market
.”
Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters
Israel
The IEC generates and supplies most of the
electricity in Israel in accordance with licenses granted by virtue of the Israeli Electrical Market Law, and distributes and supplies
almost all of the electricity in Israel.
Pursuant to the Electricity Sector Law, the IEC and Noga are each defined as an “essential
service provider” and as such they are subject to the criteria and tariffs provided by the EA. In addition, the IEC was declared
a monopoly by the Israeli Antitrust Authority in the electricity sector, in the field of power supply — electricity production and
sale, transmission and distribution of electricity and providing backup services to electricity consumers and producers.
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IEC Reform
In 2018, the Government Resolution was received with respect to the matter of the reform
in the electricity sector and the restructuring of the IEC (Government Resolution No. 3859), and an amendment to the Electricity Sector
Law (Electricity Sector Law (Amendment No. 16 and Temporary Order), 2018 was published (the "IEC Reform")). Further to the IEC Reform,
among other things, the system management activity was moved from IEC to Noga, the Alon Tavor, East Hagit and Eshkol (the sale of
which was completed in June 2024) generation sites were sold, and competition in the supply segment has intensified through a series of
decisions and ministerial policies to fully open the supply segment to competition.
Ministry of Energy
The Ministry of Energy regulates the energy and natural resources markets of the State
of Israel: electricity, fuel, cooking gas, natural gas, energy conservation, water, sewerage, oil exploration, minerals, scientific research
of the land and water, etc. The Ministry of Energy regulates public and private entities involved in these fields, and operates to ensure
the markets’ adequate supply under changing energy and infrastructure needs, while regulating the markets, protecting consumers
and preserving the environment.
Energy Sector Targets in Connection with Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Further to Government Decision No. 171 from July 2021 regarding a transition to a low
carbon economy, in January 2024, the Government passed Government Resolution No. 1261 regarding the pricing of emissions of local pollutants
and greenhouse gases, for the implementation of the principle that requires polluting entity to pay. As part of the resolution, the Minister
of Finance will revise the Excise Tax on Fuel Order (Imposition of Excise Tax), 2004 (“the Excise Tax on Fuel Order”) and
the Customs Tariff and Exemptions and Purchase Tax of Goods Order, 2017, to ensure a gradual charge to an entity for the external and
environmental costs of carbon emissions, commencing from 2025, within the scope of the resolution. In September 2024, an amendment to
the Fuel Excise Tax Ordinance (Imposition of Excise Tax) (Temporary Order 4), 2022 (Amendment), 2024 (the “Amended Ordinance”)
went into effect, commencing from January 1, 2025. The amended ordinance includes an increase of the excise tax rates applicable to various
types of fuels, including natural gas, such that in 2025, the excise tax on natural gas will increase from NIS 19 to NIS 33 and will continue
to increase in a graduated manner until reaching a maximum excise tax of NIS 192 in 2030. The increase in excise tax on natural gas is
expected to increase the Group’s natural gas costs in Israel, and OPC believes that some of this impact may be mitigated due to
the increase in OPC’s revenues in Israel if the generation component increases and subject to the expected impact of such an increase
on the gas price, which is linked to the generation component. The generation component materially affects both OPC’s revenues from
energy sales in Israel and its natural gas costs.
OPC is unable to assess the full impact of the Amended Ordinance on OPC’s long-term
results due to the inherent uncertainty of the tariff setting method in general and the generation component in particular, the manner
in which the resolution would be applied in the future, and due to the potential effects of significant natural gas agreements in the
market being terminated. With respect to 2025, OPC has indicated that it believes that the Amended Ordinance is not expected to have a
material effect on its results.
In December 2024, the Knesset’s Internal Affairs and Environment Committee approved
the second and third readings of the Climate Bill. The proposed law establishes a national strategic net zero target for reducing greenhouse
gas emissions by 2050 and an interim target of a 30% reduction in emissions by 2030, and stipulates government implementation mechanisms,
national plans, and transparency, monitoring and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with the targets.
The EA
The EA is subordinated to the Ministry of Energy and operates in accordance with its
policy. The EA has the authority to grant licenses in accordance with the Electricity Sector Law, to supervise license holders, to set
electricity tariffs and criteria for them, including the level and quality of services required from an “essential service provider”
license holder, supply license holder, a transmission and distribution license holder, an electricity producer and an independent power
producer. Thus, the EA supervises both the IEC and private producers.
According to the Electricity Sector Law, the EA may set the power rates in the market,
based, among others, on the IEC costs that the EA elects to recognize, and yield on capital. The EA sets different rates for different
electricity sectors. According to the Electricity Sector Law, the IEC shall charge customers in accordance with rates set by the EA and
shall pay another license holder or a customer in accordance with the relevant rates. In addition, the EA sets the tariffs paid by independent
power producers to the IEC for various services provided by the IEC, including measurement and meter services, system services, and infrastructure
services.
For further information on related EA tariffs, see “
—Industry
Overview— Overview of Israeli Electricity Generation Industry
.” For further information on the effect of EA tariffs
on OPC’s revenues and margins, see “
Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects—Material
Factors Affecting Results of Operations—OPC—Activities in Israel—EA Tariffs
.”
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Independent Power Producers (IPPs)
Activity by IPPs, including the construction of private power stations and the sale
of electricity produced therein, is regulated by IPP Regulations and the Cogeneration Regulations, as well as the rules, decisions, and
standards established by the EA.
According to the Electricity Sector Law, none of the actions set in the Electricity
Sector Law shall be carried out by anyone other than a license holder. The Licenses Regulations include provisions and conditions in the
matter of issuing licenses, rules for operating under such licenses and the obligations borne by license holders.
According to the Electricity Sector Law and subject to the terms and conditions of the
covenants, Noga is committed to purchasing electricity from independent power producers at the rates and under the terms and conditions
set out in the Electricity Sector Law, and the IEC is committed to connect the facilities of private electricity producers to the distribution
and transmission grid and to provide utility services so as to allow the supply of electricity to customers as part of private transactions).
Generally, the regulatory arrangements applicable to independent power producers were
set distinguishing between the different generation technologies they use and the various levels of voltage they will be connected to
(according to installed capacity).
The following are the key electricity production technologies used by private producers
in Israel:
|
|
• |
Conventional technology
—electricity generation using fossil fuel (natural gas, diesel
oil or carbon). As of December 31, 2023, the total installed capacity in this technology which is primarily held by the independent producers,
is about 7,003 MW. Gas-fired combined cycle generation facilities are planned to be operational during most hours over the year. Conventional
open cycle power plants (the “peaker power plants”) are generally planned to operate for a number of hours during the day;
these power plants are operated when the demand for electricity exceeds the supply–- whether due to demand peaks, as backup in case
of malfunctions in other generation facilities, or as a supplement when solar energy is unavailable—whether in the early morning
hours or at night.
|
|
|
• |
Cogeneration technology
—electricity generation using facilities that simultaneously
generate both electrical energy and useful thermal energy (steam) from a single source of energy.
|
|
|
• |
Renewable energy
—electricity generated from, inter alia, sun, wind, water or waste.
In November 2020, the Israeli government updated the generation targets for renewable energy to 30% of the consumption up to 2030. As
of the end of 2023, the installed capacity of renewable energy generation facilities was 5,891 MW, with actual generation constituting
approximately 11.8 % of total actual consumption by the economy in 2023. In recent years, there has been an uptick in the entrance of
electricity producers and generation facilities that use renewable energies in the electricity generation market, including solar energy,
wind energy, and storage; that use the grid resources. The EA as part of the Report on the Status of the Renewable Energy Targets in the
Electricity Sector in 2023 stated that as at the end of 2023, the rate of actual consumption of renewable energy in the Israeli economy
was 12.5%; the rate of renewable energy installed capacity out of total capacity in Israel as of the end of 2023 was 24.8%.
|
|
|
• |
Pumped storage energy
—generation of electricity using an electrical pump connected
to the power grid in order to pump water from a lower water reservoir to an upper water reservoir, while taking advantage of the height
differences between them in order to power an electric turbine. The capacity of two production facilities (which is in operation) using
this technology amounts to approximately 644 MW, with another facility using this technology with capacity of approximately 456 MW under
construction.
|
|
|
• |
Energy storage
—this is possible through a range of technologies, including, among others,
pumped storage, mechanical storage (for example compressed air) and chemical storage (for example batteries). Based on the electricity
system’s planning horizon, the use of this technology is currently negligible; however, it is expected to increase significantly
in the upcoming years due to the need for storage facilities as a result of the anticipated increase in renewable energies, due to, among
other things, the renewable energies generation targets. In particular, based on study conducted by EA, compliance with the target for
renewable energies up to 2030 will require construction of storage facilities with a capacity of thousands of MWh, deriving from the readiness
of the technology and the economic feasibility of its use. OPC takes steps to integrate energy storage. For example, OPC entered into
a number of agreements for generation of electricity , which allow OPC to build storage facilities as well as in the Ramat Beka Solar
Project.
|
According to the Electricity Sector Law, the IEC, as an essential service provider,
is committed to purchasing electricity from IPPs at the rates and under the conditions set in the Electricity Sector Law and the regulations
and standards promulgated thereunder (and, in relation to Rotem, by virtue of the tender and Rotem’s PPA with the IEC). In addition,
the IEC is committed to connecting the IPPs facilities to the distribution and transmission grid and providing them with infrastructure
services in order to allow IPPs to provide power to private customers and system administration service.
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Independent Power Suppliers
The electricity suppliers operate under supply licenses, by virtue of which they are
permitted to sell–- to consumers electricity they purchase from independent producers or Noga, in accordance with the terms and
conditions of the licenses and the regulations applicable to them. As part of the reform in the electricity sector, it was determined
that the supply segment will be gradually opened to competition. In order to open up the supply segment to competition, in recent years
, the EA passed several resolutions leading to the full opening of the electricity sector to competition, including issuing supply licenses
to virtual suppliers (with no means of production, in addition to the existing conventional suppliers, which received supply licenses
in addition to their electricity generation activity) including deployment of smart meters, the regulation of the purchase from Noga of
electricity by suppliers and producers on the distribution grid for the purpose of selling it to consumers. Under its resolution of April
2024, the EA also regulated the option available for household consumers to switch to private suppliers regardless of the installation
of a smart meter. Accordingly, independent power suppliers’ penetration into the supply segment grew markedly during 2024, including
by contracting with business entities to supply electricity to households.
As part of the implementation of the reform, the EA opened the supply segment to competition,
inviting suppliers without means of production (virtual suppliers) who will be able to sell electricity to consumers bilaterally. Initially,
the sale of electricity to these suppliers was carried out solely through purchases of electricity from Noga at a dedicated tariff (suppliers
tariff). From January 1, 2024, suppliers may also purchase energy from independent producers in the distribution grid for the purpose
of selling it to consumers. To support the development of supply competition, the EA intends to expand the independent electricity supply
available to the virtual suppliers, including by purchasing energy from manufacturers through the transmission grid.
Electricity Consumers
Electricity consumers are the main engine of the electricity sector; their consumption
dictates the required scope of development. In accordance with the Electricity Sector Report, approximately 71.7 TWh were generated in
2023, of which approximately 22.1 TWh by household consumers, 19.5 TWh by commercial consumers, 13.9 TWh by industrial consumers and the
rest by other consumers. In recent years, the status of the electricity consumers as active stakeholders has strengthened. In addition,
recently, including due to the introduction of electric vehicles, the status of the electricity consumers–- as proactive actors–-
has strengthened. OPC believes, the steps taken by the EA to open up the supply segment to competition, including decisions regarding
installation of smart meters and licensing suppliers without means of production, has increased the number of entities operating in the
household supply segment and the scope of consumption associated with independent suppliers, in a manner that is expected to boost the
growing competition in this segment
Market model for generation and storage facilities connected to or integrated into
the distribution grid
In September 2022, the EA published a resolution on “market model for generation
and storage facilities connected to or integrated into the distribution grid” (the “Market Model”) The resolution regulates
the generation activity (using all different technologies) and storage facilities in the distribution grid, and determines their option
to sell electricity directly to virtual suppliers as from January 2024. Producers connected to the distribution grid may also sell to
consumers (through virtual suppliers) as part of the market distribution model. OPC expects that, in the short term, the resolution reduces
the economic viability of the virtual supply activity, and in the long term, the resolution encourages increased competition in the supply
segment while integrating generation facilities and storage facilities.
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Regulatory Framework for Conventional IPPs
The regulatory framework for current and under construction conventional IPPs was set
by the PUAE in 2008. An IPP may choose to allocate its generation capacity, as “permanently available capacity,” or PAC, or
as “variable available capacity,” or VAC. PAC refers to capacity that is allocated to the IEC and is dispatched according
to the IEC’s instructions. PAC receives a capacity payment for the capacity allocated to the IEC, as well as energy payment to cover
the energy costs, in the event that the unit is dispatched. VAC refers to capacity that is allocated to private consumers, and sold according
to an agreement between the IPP and a third party. Under VAC terms, IPP shall be entitled to receive availability payments for excess
energy not sold to private customers. In addition, the IEC can purchase electricity allocated to it at variable availability, on a price
quote basis.
Under Regulation 914, it was determined that the generation units would be loaded into
the grid in accordance with the economic load principle ( “Regulation 914”) and a higher capacity tariff was set for generation
facilities that meet the flexibility requirements. In addition, the resolution offers open-cycle producers several gas supply alternatives.
According to the resolution, entering into bilateral transactions for open cycle facilities was restricted, and, on the other hand, combined
cycle facilities are required to sell at least 15% of their production capacity to private consumers. The total quota for new facilities
pursuant to this arrangement was limited to 1,100 MW divided into various types of power plants - combined cycle facilities and open cycle
(“peaker”) facilities. Zomet operates in accordance with Regulation 914.
In November 2018, the EA issued a resolution on the “Regulation of the Activities
of Natural Gas Generation Facilities Connected to the Distribution Grid,” following which it published a tender to set and allocate
the capacity tariff for these facilities. The arrangement is designed to allow producers with a capacity lower than 16 MW to construct
a power plant on a consumer’s premises and provide it with the electricity generated on its premises.
In March 2019, the EA published a resolution on the subject
of “Regulatory Scheme for High Voltage Producers Established without a Tender”; this scheme, stipulated within a 500 MW quota,
permits generation facilities to be constructed in the consumers’ premises, and half of which is intended for generation units to
be established in desalination facilities. Such facilities will be permitted to supply the electricity generated by them directly to the
onsite consumer and to transfer any surplus to the electrical grid – all in accordance with the Trade Rules. The Sorek 2 Power
Plant is expected to operate by virtue of this regulation, subject to the completion of its construction (“Regulation 555”).
The Electricity Sector Regulations (Promotion of Competition in the Generation Segment)
(Temporary Order), 2021 were issued by the Minister of Energy after consultation with the Competition Commissioner. The regulations were
published in December 2021 under a temporary order for three years, such that they expired during 2024 and are no longer in force. To
the best of OPC's knowledge, even though the regulations have expired, this does not derogate from the sectoral concentration considerations
as stated in the Market Concentration Law, including through the promulgation of new regulations or temporary provisions.
The
purpose of the regulations is to promote competition in the generation segment of the electricity sector. Pursuant to the regulations,
a person will not be granted a generation license or approval in accordance with Sections 12 or 13 of the Electricity Sector
Law upon existence of one of the following: (i) following the issuance, the person will hold generation licenses or connection commitment
for gas-fired power plants the total capacity of which exceeds 20% of the planned capacity for this type of power plants. According
to the appendix attached to the regulations—the planned capacity for 2024 for gas-fired power generation units is 16,700 MW; (ii) after
the allocation, the person will hold generation licenses or connection commitment for more than one power plant using pumped storage technology;
and (iii) after the allocation, the person will hold generation licenses or connection commitment for wind-powered power plants where
the total capacity exceeds 60% of the planned capacity for this type of power plant, which, according to the appendix, is 730 MW for 2024.
As part of the EA's resolution regarding the eligibility of the bidders in the Sorek tender of March 2024, and since the Sorek Power Plant
is expected to commence commercial operation in 2028, the EA also assessed the holding rates regarding gas-fired installed capacity regarding
which construction plans are in place through the commercial operation of the Sorek Power Plant, which stands 18,926 MW. Pursuant to the
regulations, notwithstanding the above, the EA may grant such a generation license or approval on special grounds that shall be recorded
(after consultation with the Israel Competition Authority) and for the benefit of the electricity sector. Furthermore, the EA may refrain
from granting a generation license or from approving a connection to the grid if it believes that the allocation is likely to prevent
or reduce competition in the electricity sector after taking into account additional considerations, including the impact of holdings
of a person in other generation licenses that do not constitute a holding of a right as defined in the regulations, the impact of joint
holdings in companies with a holder of other rights, as well as the impact of holdings of a person in holders of licenses that were granted
under the Natural Gas Market Law. For the purpose of calculating the holdings in rights or a connection commitment, a person shall be
viewed as a holder regarding the entire installed capacity of the generation license or the connection commitment. The “planned
capacity” of gas-fired power plants for 2024 in accordance with the regulations (16,700 MW) includes gas-fired generation facilities
without distinguishing between an essential service provider (the IEC), independent power producers and the relevant types of arrangements,
as opposed to the “planned installed capacity” stated in the Sector Consulting Principles published by the Competition Commissioner
(10,500 MW, and it does not include the capacity owned by the IEC), which preceded the regulations.
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Rotem’s Regulatory Framework
Rotem operates according to a tender issued by the state of Israel in 2001 and, in accordance
therewith, Rotem signed a PPA with the IEC in November 2009 (“Rotem’s PPA with the IEC”), which stipulates OPC’s
regulatory framework. This PPA will be assigned by the IEC to the System Operator. Rotem’s framework differs from the general regulatory
framework for IPPs, as set by the PUAE and described above.
According to Rotem’s PPA with the IEC, Rotem may sell electricity in one or more
of the following ways:
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Capacity and Energy to the IEC: according to Rotem’s PPA with the IEC, Rotem is obligated to allocate its full capacity to
the IEC. In return, the IEC shall pay Rotem a monthly payment for each available MW, net, that was available to the IEC. In addition,
when the IEC requests to dispatch Rotem, the IEC shall pay a variable payment based on the cost of fuel and the efficiency of the station.
This payment will cover the variable cost deriving from the operation of the Rotem Power station and the generation of electricity.
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Sale of energy to end users: Rotem is allowed to inform the IEC, subject to the provision of advanced notice, that it is releasing
itself in whole or in part from the allocation of capacity to the IEC, and extract (in whole or in part) the capacity allocated to the
IEC, in order to sell electricity to private customers pursuant to the Electricity Sector Law. Rotem may, subject to 12-months’
advance notice, re-include the excluded capacity (in whole or in part) as capacity sold to the IEC.
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Rotem informed the IEC, as required by Rotem’s PPA with the IEC, of the exclusion
of the entire capacity of its power plant, in order to sell such capacity to private customers. Since July 2013, the entire capacity of
Rotem has been allocated to private customers.
Rotem’s PPA with the IEC includes a transmission and backup appendix, which requires
the IEC to provide transmission and backup services to Rotem and its customers, for private transactions between Rotem and its customers,
and the tariffs payable by Rotem to the IEC for these services. Moreover, upon entering a PPA between Rotem and an individual consumer,
Rotem becomes the sole electricity provider for this customer, and the IEC is required to supply power to this customer when Rotem is
unable to do so, in exchange for a payment by Rotem according to the tariffs set by the EA for this purpose. For further information on
the risks associated with the indexation of the EA’s generation tariff and its potential impact on Rotem’s business, financial
condition and results of operations, see “
Item 3.D Risk Factors—Risks Related to OPC’s
Israel Operations—OPC’s profitability depends on the EA’s electricity rates and tariff structure.
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In November 2017, Rotem applied to the EA to obtain a supply license for the sale of
electricity to customers in Israel. In February 2018, the EA responded that Rotem needs a supply license to continue selling electricity
to customers and that the license will not change the terms of the PPA between Rotem and the IEC.
On February 19, 2023, the EA published a proposed resolution to apply criteria to Rotem
as part of a move that was designed to unify the regulations that apply to Rotem and all other bilateral producers, including the application
of the market model to Rotem. In February 2023, the EA published a proposed resolution for the application of criteria and complementary
arrangements to Rotem. In March 2024, the EA issued a resolution that addresses the application of certain standards to Rotem, including
those regarding deviations from consumptions plans submitted by private electricity suppliers, and the award of a supply license to Rotem
(if it applies for one and complies with the conditions for receipt thereof). The resolution came into force on May 1, 2024. This resolution
aligns in many respects the regulation applicable to Rotem with that applicable to generation facilities that are allowed to enter bilateral
transactions, and will enable Rotem to operate in the energy market in a manner that is similar to that of other electricity generation
facilities that are allowed to conduct bilateral transactions. In July 2024, the EA granted a supply license to Rotem, effective July
1, 2024, for the period of Rotem’s production license.
In addition, in accordance with the Complementary Tariffs Resolution, Rotem may sell
surplus electricity to the system operator, as specified above, at the fixed cost of energy production as per the tender times 1.4 the
gas component.
Even after the consolidation of the regulation as part of the resolution, Rotem’s
arrangements differ from independent producers, which are subject to Regulation 241 and to all the criteria published by the EA, mainly
due to the fact that it is not allowed to offer capacity as part of the arrangements stipulated in that respect in Resolution 241 and
does not accept capacity payments accordingly; also, the quotes Rotem may make to the system operator are subject to a certain limitation.
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Regulatory Framework for Cogeneration IPPs
The operations of independent power producers and suppliers, including construction
of private power plants and sale of electricity, are regulated, including under the Electricity Sector Regulations (Conventional Independent
Power Producer, 2005 (the “IPP Regulations”) and the Energy Sector Regulations (Cogeneration), 2004 (the “Cogeneration
Regulations”), as well as under the rules, resolutions, decisions, arrangements, and covenants of the EA. The Cogeneration Regulations
were designed to encourage and provide incentives to establish and operate cogeneration facilities, while maintaining the efficiency provided
for in the Regulations and maintaining additional advantages afforded by production through a cogeneration facility; the minimum annual
energy efficiency required of the cogeneration generation units in the Hadera Power Plant stands at 60%.
The Cogeneration Regulations establish threshold requirements for compliance with the
cogeneration facility conditions, and they regulate, inter alia, the mechanism for making transactions between the System Operator and
a cogeneration independent producer. According to the Regulations, a cogeneration independent producer may choose to enter into a purchase
transaction with the System Operator, who will be obligated to purchase energy from the producer in accordance with the Regulations. Furthermore,
pursuant to the Regulations, there is an option of executing a bilateral transaction between a cogeneration facility and the various electricity
consumers in the economy. In addition, the Regulations establish an economic principle for setting the tariff to purchase the surplus
electricity based on the facility type and size.
Hadera’s Regulatory Framework
In connection with construction of a cogeneration power station in Israel, Hadera reached
its COD on July 1, 2020. In June 2020, the EA granted a permanent license to the Hadera power plant for generation of electricity using
cogeneration technology having installed capacity of 144 MW and a supply license. The generation license is for a period of 20 years,
as is the supply license so long as a valid generation license is held (the generation license may be extended by an additional 10 years).
In connection with above, Hadera must meet certain conditions before it will be subject
to the regulatory framework for cogeneration IPPs and be considered a “Cogeneration Production Unit.” For example, Hadera
will have to obtain a certain efficiency rate which will depend, in large part, upon the steam consumption of Hadera’s consumers.
In circumstances where Hadera no longer satisfies such conditions and therefore no longer qualifies as a “Cogeneration Production
Unit,” other rate arrangements, are applied to it, which are inferior to the rate arrangements applicable to cogeneration producers.
Zomet’s Regulatory Framework
The Zomet power plant is constructed pursuant to Regulation 914 and is subject to the
conditions and limitations thereunder, see “
—Regulatory Framework for Conventional IPPs.
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In September 2019, Zomet received the results of an interconnection study performed
by the System Operator. The study included a limitation on output of the power plant’s full capacity to the grid beyond a limited
number of hours per year, up to completion of transmission projects by the IEC, which are expected to be completed by the end of 2023.
In December 2019, the EA approved Zomet’s tariff rates, applicable upon completion of the power plant and receipt of a permanent
generation license, which took place in June 2023. Given the limitation included in the interconnection study, Zomet was subject to a
reduced capacity tariff during 2023. See “
Item 3.D Risk Factors—Risks Related to OPC’s
Israel Operations—OPC faces limitations under Israeli law in connection with the expansion of its business.
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In January 2020, Zomet entered into a PPA with the IEC, the government-owned electricity
generation, transmission and distribution company in Israel, or the Zomet PPA (in October 2020, Rotem received notice of assignment by
the IEC to the System Operator which was subsequently reassigned to Noga). The term of the Zomet PPA is for 20 years after the power station’s
COD. According to the terms of the Zomet PPA, (i) Zomet will sell energy and capacity to the IEC and the IEC will provide Zomet infrastructure
and management services for the electricity system, including back-up services (ii) all of the Zomet plant’s capacity will be sold
pursuant to a fixed availability arrangement, which will require compliance with criteria set out in Regulation 914, (iii) the plant will
be operated pursuant to the System Operator’s directives and the System Operator will be permitted to disconnect supply of electricity
to the grid if Zomet does not comply with certain safety conditions and (iv) Zomet will be required to comply with certain availability
and credibility requirements set out in its license and Regulation 914, and pay penalties for any non-compliance. Zomet plant’s
entire capacity is allocated to the System Operator pursuant to the terms of the Zomet PPA, and Zomet will not be permitted to sign agreements
with private customers unless the electricity trade rules are updated.
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Zomet License
In June 2023, the EA issued a permanent license to the Zomet power plant for electricity
generation using conventional technology at a capacity of 396 MW. The license is granted for 20 years, and may be extended by the EA upon
the request of the license holder. The EA may, subject to approval of the Minister of Energy, alter the terms and conditions of the license,
(a) if there is a change in the license holder’s ability to comply with the terms and conditions or to perform the actions and services
covered by the license, which does not justify revoking the license; (b) there are changes in the electricity market; (c) to ensure competition
in the electricity sector; (d) to ensure compliance with the level of service prescribed by the license; (e) there are changes to be made
to the facility or technology; and (f) there are changes to be made to the facility or technology, which is the subject matter of the
license.
In addition, the EA may cancel the license or attach conditions thereto before the end
of its term, under certain circumstances that were set in the license. Restrictions are in place regarding changes to the generation facility,
which is the subject matter of the license, including changes to the facility’s capacity, the facility’s model, its technology,
including improvements to an existing facility.
Provisions were set regarding the emptying of each of the diesel fuel containers and
the fuel refreshing capabilities of each of the diesel fuel containers, including emptying the bottom of the containers. The license may
not be transferred, pledged or foreclosed without the advance approval of the EA.
The assets to which the license relates may not be sold, leased or pledged without first
obtaining the approval of the EA. In addition, any change, restructuring, or transfer of control in Zomet requires approval of the EA
as specified in the license.
The license imposes additional obligations on Zomet, including the provision of a lawful
guarantee, regular and efficient operation in compliance with the license, compliance with a minimum equivalent operating capacity of
88% at all hours during the first year of operation and 92% at all hours during subsequent years, testing and compliance with insurance
requirements, and restriction of activity, by way of an act or omission, that might restrict the competition in the electricity sector
or have an adverse effect thereon.
Zomet has not entered into a gas supply agreement yet, but has the option to engage
with a gas supplier or have its gas supplied by the IEC.
Gat’s Regulatory Framework
In November 2019, the Israeli Electricity Authority decided to issue an electricity
supply license to Gat. The validity of the supply license is twenty years, subject to Gat holding a valid generation license.
The power plant operates under a “limited capacity” regulatory framework,
in accordance with the applicable regulation for cogeneration producers which do not meet the cogeneration conditions as per the EA’s
resolution. The electricity supply license allows it to sell electricity to consumers which have a consecutive meter installed in their
consumption location—at the higher of the following two amounts:
(a) 33% of electricity capacity sold by holders of private supply licenses to consumers;
and
(b) the capacity that is the subject of the generation licenses held by the license
holder less the capacity it allocated to the System Operator.
The license holder will enter into a contract agreement with a consumer for the provision
of the service, which will be prepared in accordance with the guidelines specified in the license.
The EA may alter the terms and conditions of the license, add or detract therefrom,
among other things, and without detracting from the provisions of the law, in cases that are similar to those listed above in relation
to Gat’s production license. In addition, the EA may cancel the license or attach conditions thereto before the end of its term,
under certain circumstances that were set in the license. The license holder may contract with a consumer connected to the low voltage
grid under an agreement that includes a commitment to meet the terms and conditions regarding the scope of consumption of the services,
the payment amount or the terms of payment for a period not exceeding twelve months.
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Transmission Grid
The EA updated the regulatory framework relating to the transmission grid. Following
Resolution 558, in February 2022, the EA passed the "Resolution on Applicability of the Market Model”. This resolution amends the
regulation for producers in the transmission grid across all types of technologies and applies to them the covenants which regulate the
operation of the energy market (the “Trade Rules,” as amended in the resolution). The amendments came into force in July 2024.
The resolution establishes a uniform regulatory basis for generation facilities in the transmission grid in terms of the methods used
for capacity payments, the manner of submitting generation and loading plans, and also for payments for energy; along with the creation
of a uniform regulatory basis, the EA retains the ability of producers operating in bilateral transactions to continue operating in existing
format, such that they are able to choose between a central loading method (selling energy to the grid in accordance with the system’s
needs and at SMP, and purchasing energy from the system operator at SMP in order to sell it to consumers) and an individual loading method
in order to protect the producers' rights by virtue of the regulation under which they were established. As part of the Complementary
Tariffs Resolution, the EA has reduced the applicability of the market model and stipulated that until such time when another resolution
is passed, independent producers with variable capacity will only operate under individual loading. Pursuant to this resolution, the EA
regulated producers’ activity in the transmission grid through various regulatory schemes that were limited in terms of their time
and scope.
Environmental Regulations
Operations in the electricity sector naturally entail the risk of causing environmental
harm, which may arise, inter alia, from electricity production, malfunctions or unexpected events. Environmental laws applicable to OPC’s
business include the Prevention of Hazards Regulations (Used Oil), 1993; the Planning and Construction Law, 1965; the Licensing of Businesses
Law, 1968; the Water Regulations (Prevention of Water Pollution) (Gasoline Stations), 1997; the Hazardous Substances Law, 1993 (the “Hazardous
Substances Law”); the Clean Air Law, 2008 (the “Clean Air Law”); the Non-Ionizing Radiation Law, 2006; the Environmental
Protection Law (Environmental Emissions and Transfers - Reporting and Register Requirement), 2012; the Collection and Disposal of Waste
for Recycling Law, 1993; the Licensing of Businesses Regulations (Hazardous Enterprises), 1993; the Transport Services Regulations, 2001;
Regulations for the Prevention of Hazards (Unreasonable Noise), 1990; and various other bylaws and procedures.
Under OPC’s environmental risk management policy, Rotem, Hadera, the Hadera Energy
Center and Zomet have implemented an internal environmental enforcement plan, with the aim of ensuring the companies’ compliance
with environmental requirements, including air pollutant emission from fuel combustion products, storage, and use of hazardous substances
and fuels, contamination of soil and water sources, asbestos, and noise. Sorek 2 will be required to comply with the requirements and
to receive appropriate permits in accordance with this legislation, and in accordance with the division between Sorek 2 and IDE. In the
Gat Power Plant, the operation and maintenance contractor (Siemens) is in charge of compliance with the environmental protection regulations,
which are relevant to the power plant, and its compliance with the provisions of the law is monitored on a monthly basis. Furthermore,
the area of activity has a comprehensive management system designed to ensure that OPC’s power plants comply with all environmental
regulations applicable thereto.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the environmental laws and the terms of the
permits and licenses issued to OPC or their non-receipt under these laws may expose OPC, investees and its directors to criminal and administrative
sanctions, including fines and other sanctions, delays in the completion of projects, orders to shut down its facilities, and exposure
to expenses for cleaning-up and remediation of environmental damages. Under its risk management policy, OPC adopts procedures for compliance
with provisions of environmental laws and terms and conditions of permits and licenses, and continuously monitors ongoing activity, including,
among other things, by conducting internal audits. The audits assess several factors, including emissions, handling and storage of hazardous
substances, soil and water contamination, noise, etc. The findings are reported based on their severity, and action is taken as quickly
as possible. Reports include an immediate report to the facility’s site manager, a monthly report to VP Operations, and a quarterly
report to the Health and Safety Committee. To date, no administrative, criminal, and civil legal proceedings have been filed against OPC,
alleging violations of environmental laws.
For projects under construction, OPC operations are also subject to regulations applicable
to the construction of sites, including regulations for the prevention of hazards, safety, and others. Construction is carried out by
contractors which have agreements with OPC, and which are subject to the required provisions.
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The Clean Air Law
As required by the provisions of the Clean Air Law, OPC holds emission permits for emission
sources it operates which require a permit. In January 2024, Rotem's emission permit was renewed; in January 2025, Hadera's emission permit
was renewed; in August 2021, Gat's emission permit was renewed. In January 2024, the Hadera Energy Center's emission permit was renewed,
which allows the operation of boilers during limited hours according to a regulatory compliance hierarchy. In June 2022, Zomet’s
emission permit was issued; the permit prescribes restrictions and guidance on operating hours, including extension of the permitted operating
hours by way of written notice by the System Operator, and subject to the System Operator’s approval as defined in the Clean Air
Law. By virtue of the Clean Air Law, the System Operator also has the power to require an owner of a generation unit to operate the generation
unit beyond the time it is allowed to operate it under the emission permit if a risk situation arises with respect to projects under construction
in consumers’ premises; in some of the projects, the consumer’s emissions permit should be updated regarding the activity
of the generation facility being constructed by OPC, and OPC is acting and will act to update the permits as needed. There is no certainty
that the required emission permits will be obtained (and this may involve certain procedures or objections); failure to obtain the permits
may have an adverse effect on the completion of the relevant on-site facilities and/or undertakings for completion dates under agreements
with the customers.
Soil and water
In Rotem, Hadera, and Zomet, hazardous substances are present and stored, as well as
infrastructure and facilities containing fuels and hazardous substances. OPC has indicated that it strives to prevent soil and water contamination
from these substances, infrastructure, and facilities.
Effluents
During production, it is required to dispose of the effluents involved in the production
process and operation of the facilities. At the Hadera Power Plant, fresh make-up water removal from the power plant to the Hadera Sewage
Treatment Plant was arranged. In Rotem, industrial effluents are collected and reused at the Rotem power plant (owned by Israel Chemicals
Ltd). Zomet directs the water to the Netiv HLH water reservoir. Gat directs the effluents to the Gat sewage treatment facility.
Hazardous substances
OPC holds, uses, and stores hazardous substances at OPC’s sites for its routine
activity. Rotem, Hadera, Gat, Zomet and the Hadera Energy Center have poison permits which are renewed once a year.
Planning and construction
As part of the area of activity, OPC is subject to the environmental aspects of its
activity, including the provisions of planning and construction laws. As part of the application of planning and construction regulations,
OPC's power plants and projects under construction are subject to environmental regulations set out in master plans and construction permits.
Business licensing
The active power plants operate in accordance with several business licenses which are
in force in accordance with the Business Licensing Order (Businesses Requiring Licenses), 2013, and pursuant to the conditions accompanying
the licenses, which are revised or renewed from time to time. These are intended to regulate the activities of the power plant, among
other things, to mitigate and prevent environmental risks and hazards. When constructing on-site electricity generation facilities, the
business licenses of the consumers may require amendment or an additional business license to be issued for this purpose.
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Integrated environmental regulation
In September 2024, the Environmental Protection Law (Increasing the Efficiency of Environmental
Licensing Procedures) (Legislative Amendments), 2024, came into force, as part of which indirect amendments were made to the Clean Air
Law, the Hazardous Substances Law, the Environmental Protection Law (Supervisory and Enforcement Powers), 2011, the Administrative Affairs
Court Law, 2000, and the Center for Collection of Penalties, Fees and Expenses Law, 1995. The law prescribes a unified environmental permit
arrangement that supersedes the need to obtain several types of permits for the activity of plants and businesses, which have the potential
to cause hazards and risks to public health and the environment, and includes conditions that regulate all the effects of the occupation
requiring the permit on the public and the environment (air pollution, wastewater, nuisance and hazards, etc.).
United States
The electricity market in the United States has both Federal oversight (wholesale sales
of electricity and inter-state transmission) and State oversight (retail sales of electricity and provision of distribution service to
end users). The major players in the U.S. electricity sector are RTO, FERC, and ISO, electricity producers (which are, in general, private
entities) and electric utility companies and electricity distribution companies operating on behalf of the different consumers (such as
private and commercial consumers). The primary federal regulator is the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), alongside separate
state-level Public Service Commission’s exercising oversight in their respective states. The wholesale electric marketplace in the
United States operates within the framework of several FERC-approved regional or state market operators, including RTO or ISO. RTO/ISOs
are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the transmission system, the administration of the wholesale markets in the regions in
which they operate, and for the long-term transmission planning and resource adequacy functions.
The PJM market
The PJM Interconnection (PJM) is an RTO and ISO that operates a wholesale electricity
market and serves as an administrator of the electric transmission system which covers parts of Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky,
Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia,
serving more than 65 million residents. The PJM market is the largest among the RTOs with approximately 195 gigawatts of installed
capacity and peak demand of approximately 149 gigawatts in 2023 and its internal forecasts indicate a peak demand of approximately 150
GW for 2024. PJM oversees the operation of more than 150,000 kilometers of transmission lines. Sale of electricity in the organized PJM
market is supervised and managed by PJM to assure supply of the electricity, based on price offers of the electricity generators.
The PJM is supervised by and receives authority from the FERC and is financed by payments
from participants in the market. PJM collects payments for capacity, electricity, transmission, accompanying services and other services
required for operation of the electricity system from utilities and electric distribution companies acting on behalf of consumers (households,
commerce and industry), and distributes the payments to the generators and transmitters, by means of a variety of market mechanisms, including
purchase of capacity (Forward Capacity Market) and an electricity acquisition mechanism in the Day-Ahead and Real-Time markets. In general,
the capacity price is determined in an annual auction for operations over one year three years in advance and is guaranteed without reference
to the actual amount of electricity generated. For the supply year starting 2023/2024, the capacity auction on the PJM was postponed due
to FERC’s procedure for assessing the fairness and reasonableness of the methodology and inputs used to determine the auction prices
in PJM’s reserves capacity tender. The capacity auctions for 2023/2024 took place in June 2022; they are expected to be held every
six months until the normal timelines for three-year forward tenders is renewed. Subsequently, the auction are expected to continue as
stated above. Payments for electricity are made for actual electricity generation and are determined on the basis of the marginal price
in the market. A capacity auction for 2024/2025 was held in December 2022, and its results were published in February 2023. In July 2024,
the results of auctions for capacity prices in PJM were published, with a significant increase in the prices to approximately $270 per
megawatt per day for the 2025/2026 period. CPV believes, the increase is mainly due to an increase in demand forecast, an increase in
required reserve margin and a decrease in overall supply due to change in generation resource capability calculated by PJM to include
their effective load carrying capability supply shortage. In September 2024, complaints were filed with the FERC in order to make certain
changes in the upcoming capacity auction in the PJM market. In response, PJM proposed an up to six-month postponement of the tender that
was originally scheduled for December 2024 in order to make changes, including, among others, inclusion of about 2GW of RMR (Reliability
Must Run units) as part of the offer. In addition, PJM is considering an update of the manner of determining the demand curve. CPV believes
that if such changes in capacity auctions are accepted and approved by the FERC, the fluctuations in the capacity tariffs should be moderated.
In February 2025, FERC approved PJM’s proposed modifications to the capacity market framework which were intended to reduce the
volatility of pricing between the auctions. The revisions include (i) the continued use of the gas turbine as the index for the demand
curve, (ii) the inclusion of Reliability Must Run units—resources scheduled to retire that are retained for reliability purposes—into
the capacity market auctions as generic supply, (iii) setting of a uniform penalty rate for under-performance across all generation resources,
(iv) increased flexibility in offer submissions and (vi) elimination of the automatic must-offer exemptions for certain resource classes.
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In addition, PJM has proposed to set a price collar with upper and lower bounds of $325/MW-day
and $175/MW-day, respectively, for the next two capacity auctions. Currently, PJM's price collar proposal is subject to FERC’s
approval and there is no certainty as to its approval or its final conditions if approved.
Subject to any further schedule changes, the next PJM capacity auction for the 2026/2027
capacity year is scheduled for July 2025 and the capacity auction for the 2027/2028 capacity year is scheduled for December 2025.
Requests for network connections
. The increasing
demand for renewable energy in the PJM, MISO and SPP electricity markets, led to an increase in demand for connections to the grid and
requests for connection surveys of projects to the grid. These demands cause overload and delays in processes for approving the connection,
and may affect the procedure and pace of advancing the project. In April 2022, the Interconnection Process Reform in the PJM market was
approved; the reform was designed to regulate the process of addressing the large backlog of interconnection applications by PJM. In November
2022, the reform was approved by the FERC (subject to conditions), and entered into effect in January 2023. In July 2023, FERC denied
the request for rehearing of its order, and the order has been appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. Under the current
protocol, PJM holds a comprehensive, three-phased interconnection analysis procedure that applies to all applicants who have filed an
interconnection application within the relevant time frame. At the end of the three phases, there is a period during which entities are
able to engage in interconnect agreements. However, projects that do not need grid upgrades are allowed to progress to the interconnect
agreement phase after the first two stages.
CPV has indicated its view that the outcomes of interconnection analysis have caused
delays in the development of certain projects in the PJM market, depending, among other things, on the costs of the required grid upgrades,
and on how far they are in the interconnection process. The Maple Hill and Three Rivers projects are not expected to be impacted by the
reform.
In February 2025, FERC approved PJM’s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) which
aims to address anticipated capacity shortfalls by accelerating the interconnection of up to 50 generating projects that meet certain
criteria. Qualifying projects will be advanced into the next interconnection cycle, Transition Cycle #2, which enables such projects to
potentially connect up to approximately 14 months earlier. PJM has indicated that project selection under the RRI will employ a weighted
scoring system focusing on project size, capacity value, and commercial operation date viability, and that the review for these projects
is expected to conclude in the second quarter of 2025. Projects selected for RRI will be required to adhere to critical path construction
schedules and participate in PJM’s capacity auctions for a minimum commitment period of ten years upon achieved commercial operation.
CPV intends to submit an application (including required collateral) for its Oregon Project (currently a project under development) to
be included under this accelerated interconnection process.
The NYISO market
The NYISO market has operated since 1999, and is one of the most advanced electricity
markets in the United States and in the world. The NYISO market includes about 41 gigawatts of installed capacity and more than 18,000
kilometers of transmission lines, serving about 20 million customers with a peak demand of about 32 gigawatts. The market is
divided into 11 regions (zones). The pricing of the electricity and the capacity varies among the regions based on demand and available
supply. The NYISO electricity market includes a Day-Ahead and Real-Time market for the sale of electricity and other ancillary services.
In addition, the NYISO has operated a capacity market since 2003. Capacity prices are determined on a monthly basis, with up to six-month
forward auctions. Capacity payments are guaranteed without reference to the amount of electricity actually generated. The electricity
prices are determined on the basis of the marginal price on the market.
The ISO–NE market
ISO–NE is the ISO responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the New
England transmission system, as well as administering the wholesale electricity and capacity markets in New England. ISO–NE was
created in 1997 to operate the wholesale power market under the direction of the New England Power Pool (NEPOOL). In 2005, it became an
independent RTO, assuming broader authority over the day-to-day operation of the power system, market administration, and transmission
planning with direct control over the transmission rates and market rules. The ISO-NE managed footprint covers Connecticut, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and most of Maine. It serves about 15 million residents with a generation scope of about 33 gigawatts
and peak demand of about 28 gigawatts. ISO-NE administers more than 14,000 kilometers of transmission lines ranging from 69kv to 345kv
and including several tie lines to neighboring control areas NY, Quebec, and New Brunswick. ISO–NE is a non-profit FERC-regulated
entity which operates pursuant to a tariff on file with FERC.
The markets in New England includes a Day Ahead and Real Time Energy Market for the
sale of electricity, a Forward Capacity Market of tenders for operations over one year three years in advance. New projects have the option
of ensuring capacity for a longer period, and other ancillary services.
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ERCOT
The CPV Group’s Basin Ranch Low Carbon Project (which is currently in an advanced
stage of development is expected to operate in the ERCOT market (to the extent executed and completed) .ERCOT manages the flow of electrical
power to more than 27 million customers in the state of Texas, representing approximately 90% of Texas’ electrical load. ERCOT schedules
power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generation units, including private use
networks. ERCOT operates as an energy-only market with real-time, day-ahead, and ancillary service markets, and also performs financial
settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice
areas. ERCOT is governed by a board of directors, subject to oversight from the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas legislature,
its members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities
(transmission and distribution providers) and municipal-owned electric utilities.
Regulation permits/licenses
In general, CPV’s facilities and operations are regulated under a variety of federal
and state laws and regulations. For example, the construction and operation of CPV’s natural gas-fired power plants are subject
to permitting and emission limitations pursuant to the CAA and related state laws and regulations that implement the CAA, which laws and
regulations and may be stricter than the provisions of the federal CAA depending on the state in which a plant is located. The CPV Group
is required to hold major source permits (mostly issued by the environmental protection agencies in each state) before the commencement
of the construction of such power plants. Depending on air quality in a certain region and its being in line with air quality standards,
CPV may be required to obtain emission reduction credit in order to offset potential emissions of each power plant (as it’s the
case in connection with natural gas-fired power plants that were or will be built by the CPV Group in New York, Connecticut and Illinois).
Furthermore, the CPV project companies are generally required to obtain Title V operating permits in order to operate these plants. Such
permits will incorporate regulatory standards that apply to air-polluting emissions for natural gas-fired power plants and relevant conditions
that are to be met under the building permits issued for such plants. Those standards include technology-based pollution control limitations,
and also include restrictions on allowed emissions of SO2 and/or NOx on an annual basis or on the basis of “ozone” season
for offsetting annual or ozone season emission, pursuant to the Federal Acid Rain Regulations (which applies in all states to annual SO2
emissions from fossil-to-fuel fired power plants) and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. Most of CPV’s natural gas-fired power
plants are subject to the Cross State Air Pollution Rule, which requires certain state in the eastern half the United States (“upwind”
states) to improve air quality by reducing NOx and/or SO2 emissions of power plants that cross state lines and contribute to smog and
soot pollution in the downwind states. In 2015, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) revised its ozone
gas standards and states were required to submit state implementation plans by 2018 to comply with the new, more stringent standards.
In February 2023, EPA disapproved of 21 states’ submissions; each of these states had proposed taking no action to revise their
existing plans. On March 15, 2023, EPA issued a federal implementation plan, called the “Good Neighbor Plan,” covering 23
states which would impose requirements on fossil fuel-fired plants and industrial sources. The Good Neighbor Plan establishes an allowance-based
NOx emissions trading program for power plants in order to ensure that emissions from upwind states do not interfere with downwind states’
ability to achieve and maintain compliance with the 2015 ozone national ambient air quality standard. There have been numerous lawsuits
filed challenging the Good Neighbor Plan and related EPA actions and after the Supreme Court stayed implementation of the rule for those
stages which had sought such a stay, on November 6, 2024, the EPA issued an interim final rule staying enforcement of the Good Neighbor
Plan with respect to all sources covered by the Good Neighbor Plan, not just those who were subject to prior judicial stays.
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Federal regulations require entities to report the emission of greenhouse gases emissions
under the Clean Air Act (CAA). The CAA regulates emissions of air pollutants from various industrial sources, such as natural gas-fired
power plants, including by requiring Title V Permits to Operate for such sources of air pollution emissions above certain thresholds.
Furthermore, federal regulations also impose restrictions on carbon dioxide emissions from new combined cycle plants (whose construction
commenced after January 8, 2014) or reconstructed (commenced reconstruction after June 8, 2014) combined-cycle power plants. States may
also impose additional regulations or limitations on such emissions. Furthermore, 23 states (including Maryland, New York, New Jersey,
Connecticut and Illinois, states in which the CPV Group operates), the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico adopted legislative agendas
and/or administrative orders in order to achieve carbon neutrality or 100% zero-emission electricity supply within the next 20-30 years.
For example, CPV’s natural gas-fired power plants in Connecticut, New York, New
Jersey and Maryland are subject to the RGGI, which requires CPV’s natural gas-fired plants to obtain, either through auctions or
trading, greenhouse gas emission allowances to offset each facility’s emission of CO
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In its Title V application process, Valley was required to address New York legislation on such matters. Under the RGGI, an independent
market monitor provides oversight of the auctions for CO
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allowances,
as well as activity on the secondary market, to ensure integrity of, and confidence in, the market. In 2024, the minimum price that carbon
dioxide allowances could be sold for was $2.62 per allowance. A legal proceeding is outstanding in the state of Pennsylvania regarding
whether the sale of carbon dioxide allowances pursuant to Pennsylvania’s carbon cap and trade budget program is an authorized “fee”
or a “tax” that can only be imposed by the state legislature. On November 1, 2023 a Pennsylvania court ruled that the RGGI
constitutes a tax that requires legislative processes in order to enter into effect. This decision cancels the Pennsylvania governor’s
plan to impose RGGI by means of an administrative decision. The governor has appealed this ruling, and that appeal remains pending. Should
RGGI be imposed and the court of Pennsylvania decide that the regulation applies, the power plants operating in Pennsylvania (including
the Fairview power plant) would be required to purchase carbon dioxide allowances, as is the case for the Valley, Maryland, Shore, and
Towantic power plants. The cost of acquiring the allowances in Pennsylvania is estimated at approximately $10 million per year (the CPV
Group’s share), however, the CPV Group believes that the cost may result in an increase in electricity prices across PJM which potentially
could at least partially offset the cost of purchasing the allowances. On March 13, 2024, the Pennsylvania governor proposed legislation,
which if passed, would impose a RGGI-like carbon pricing.
In April 2024 the U.S. EPA published final rules setting standards for greenhouse gases
emissions’ regulations in the framework of the CAA from existing coal-fired plants and new natural gas plants. Pursuant to
the new rules, up to January 1, 2032, a reduction of emissions will be required at a carbon capture rate of 90% for coal-fired generation
facilities that are expected to operate after 2039 and new baseload natural gas-fired generation facilities (that were not under construction
as of May 2023). Less stringent requirements were provided for, among other things, existing coal-fired generation facilities that integrate
natural gas fired generation that are expected to discontinue their operations prior to 2039. For new gas turbines, the regulations require
that full baseload (as defined) generation through use of natural gas combustion will be executed with maximum utilization of efficient
technologies in order to limit emissions to no more than 800 lbs. CO2/MWh-gross until January 1, 2032 and thereafter a reduction to 100
lbs. CO2/MWh-gross via 90% carbon capture or co-firing with hydrogen. Efficiency requirements and reduced emission restrictions were provided
with respect to gas turbines that generate at a partial baseload or a low baseload. The various states have two years to develop compliance
plans for the existing coal plants but compliance for new natural gas plants (the construction of which started after 2023) is immediate.
In July 2024, the U.S. Appeals Court rejected a request for an injunctive order filed by several state attorneys general with respect
to the new regulations, which is intended to stay their enforcement. In October 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a request to delay
implementation of these regulations, whereby they will remain in effect so long as the court proceedings (deliberations) are ongoing.
However, President Trump has issued an executive order for all federal agencies, including the EPA, to review and identify existing regulations
and policies that unduly burden domestic energy resources and develop and begin implementing plans to expeditiously suspend, revise or
rescind the identified regulations and policies and therefore it is possible that the EPA could rescind and/or revise this rule.
To the extent this regulation is implemented in the manner it was published, the development
portfolio of the CPV Group, which includes wind energy and solar projects and Low Carbon Projects is expected to benefit due to such regulation.
In addition, in the estimation of the CPV Group its active natural gas powered power plants are expected to have a competitive advantage
under such regulation in light of their high level of efficiency along with entry barriers associated with the construction of new natural
gas powered power plants.
CPV’s natural gas-fired projects are also subject to regulation under the federal
Clean Water Act (the “CWA”) and related state laws in connection with any discharges of wastewater and storm water from its
facilities. The CWA prohibits the discharge of pollutants into waters of the United States except pursuant to appropriate permits, including
wastewater and stormwater permits under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. The discharge of wastewater into public water
sources may be subject to federal standards (depending on the source of the wastewater). For discharges from a facility that are directed
to a publicly owned treatment works, the main regulator that regulates such discharges is, generally, a municipal authority that operates
system for treating the wastewater.
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The projects of CPV are also subject, as applicable, to requirements under federal and
state laws governing the management, disposal and release of hazardous and solid wastes and materials at or from its facilities, including
the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (“RCRA”) and the CERCLA (and equivalent state laws). RCRA requires owners
and operators of facilities that generate and dispose of hazardous waste in third-party sites to obtain facility identification numbers
from the EPA and to comply with the regulations that apply to storage and disposal of such waste. Facilities that store hazardous waste
for periods longer than those set in the regulations, or which treat or dispose of the hazardous waste in the facility’s site are
required to hold such a permit and operate in accordance with the provisions of RCRA Subtitle C permits. CPV facilities are operated in
a manner whereby they are not required to RCRA Subtitle C permits.
CERCLA, together with other state laws, stipulate that the current or previous owners,
that operated facilities in which hazardous substances were discharged to the environment, or which transported waste containing hazardous
substances to third parties’ waste sites, might be held liable by the United States government, state agencies or private entities,
in respect of response costs borne by such entities to investigate and treat pollution in these sites, or that might be subject to orders
to investigate and treat such pollution as issued by the EPA or state agencies (under state regulations). Parties that were found liable
under the CERCLA might also be found liable to damages caused to natural resources as a result of discharge of waste as stated above.
Generally, parties that were found liable under the CERCLA and similar state laws are not covered by the defense claim whereby they acted
in accordance with the applicable law. Furthermore, the liability generally applies “jointly and severally”; that is to say,
the liable party may be liable to a share of the response costs amount that is larger than its share in the disposal of waste in the relevant
site.
The sites and operation of CPV’s renewable power projects are subject to a variety
of federal environmental laws, including with respect to protection of threatened and endangered plant and animal species, such as the
Endangered Species Act, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. These laws and their state and local
equivalents provide for significant civil and criminal penalties for unpermitted activities that result in harm to or harassment of certain
protected animals and plants, including damage to their habitats. The CPV Group’s operations in areas where there are threatened
or endangered species, or in areas where there are critical natural habitats, may require certain permits or be subject to harsh restrictions
or requirements to take protective measures in connection with these species. The CPV Group may also be prevented from developing projects
in these areas. Furthermore, the CPV Group’s natural gas-fired projects are also subject to the above laws although to a lesser
extent than wind and solar.
Projects that were awarded federal funding, or which are required to obtain a federal
permit or other discretionary permit (except for a number of exceptions) are subject to the National Environmental Protection Act (“NEPA”),
that requires federal agencies to assess the potential environmental impact of those permits and approvals. For example, if, due to the
project’s impact on the ‘Waters of the U.S.’, it is required to hold an ‘Individual Section 404 Permit’
issued by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (the “ACOE”), which permits such an impact, then the project will be required
to undergo an environmental impact survey under NEPA. The environmental impact survey might cause significant delays in the project’s
development, depending on the project’s potential environmental impact. If a project is required to obtain federal approval, it
will also be subject to the National Historic Preservation Act, which requires federal agencies to consider the effects of federal projects
on significant historic, cultural and archaeological resources. The CPV Group’s project companies may be subject to other federal
permits, licensing arrangements, approvals and other requirements by other federal agencies under various legislation, including the Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation; the ACOE referred to above (in connection with the ‘Waters of the U.S.’); the United States
Fish and Wildlife Service in connection with potential effects on endangered species, migratory birds, certain species of eagle, and natural
habitats that are critical for those animals; and the Federal Bureau of Land Management, in connection with projects that require the
use of federal land managed by the federal government. Local or state regulations (including dedicated regulations requiring entities
to obtain conditional or special use permits for the purpose of building a project), including, for example, the New York Accelerated
Renewable Energy and Community Benefit Act (that applies to large-scale renewable energy projects in New York), may require a similar
consultation with state agencies and/or conducting environmental impact surveys in accordance with state laws.
CPV’s operations also are subject to a number of federal and state laws and regulations
designed to protect the safety and health of workers, including the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act, and equivalent state laws.
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Permits/licenses required in connection with operational projects
As part of its activities, CPV is required to obtain and hold permits due to various
federal, state and local legislation and regulations relating to power plant operations and environmental protection. Such permits are
required both due to the activities of the power plants involving generation therein based on natural gas and the impact of the generation
process on the air and water in the area of the facilities, as well as a result of construction of the renewable energy facilities (wind
farms and solar fields) that could constitute environmental hazards and have a harmful impact on the area in which they are located. The
main required permits/licenses (without distinction between different requirements of the various jurisdictions in which the power plants
/ facilities are located):
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CPV is required to hold permits in order to operate and/or construct the power plants, the purpose of which is prevention or reduction
of air pollution. The power plants may also be required to hold permits for flowing water, waste water and other waste into the local
sewer systems or into other water sources in the United States.
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Due to the height and location of the exhaust stacks and other components of the generation facilities, which could endanger the
air traffic, the power plants are required to hold a permit for construction of the stacks and additional components in the generation
facilities. This permit is issued by the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA).
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Electricity production facilities using renewable energy are often required to hold coverage in accordance with general permits applicable
to flood water and, the discharge of dredged and fill materials to the ‘Waters of the U.S.’ Depending on the area of the affected
site, these facilities may be required to obtain individual permits from ACOE in respect of those effects; however, generally, it is possible
to build projects in places that will not require such permits.
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State and local permits for renewable energy facilities (the permit’s requirements depend on the state in which the project
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All of CPV’s active plants, as well as the plant under construction, hold relevant
valid permits for their operational and/or construction activities. With respect to Valley, it commenced operations in January 2018 under
a combined Air State Facility and a pre-construction Prevention of Significant Deterioration permit (together, the “ASF Permit”),
among other permits and approvals. Valley subsequently filed its Title V Air Permit Application on August 24, 2018, (which is required
to replace the ASF Permit) and continued operations under the automatic permit extension provision in the State Administrative Procedure
Act, which also extends the ASF Permit. On January 17, 2025, NYSDEC issued a Notice of Complete Application (NOCA) for Valley’s
Title V Permit application along with a draft Title V Permit. Following such notice, the remaining administrative permitting process includes:
(1) a mandatory written comment period; (2) public hearing; (3) NYSDEC’s determination as to whether any public comments raise “substantive
and significant” issues (defined in the Uniform Procedures Act) requiring an adjudicatory hearing; (4) technical review of the draft
permit for compliance with all applicable state and federal emissions standards; and (5) review by the EPA. The overall period of
this process can reach approximately 18 months (subject to any potential extensions). The public hearing stage has been conducted.
Subject to completing the remaining administrative processing steps, NYSDEC is expected
to perform one of three actions with respect to the CPV Group’s Title V application: (1) Approve the application and issue the Title
V Permit; (2) Approve the application while adding additional conditions to the Permit; or (3) Deny the application. If the NYSDEC takes
alternative (2) or (3), Valley is eligible to submit an administrative appeal on NYSDEC’s decision. If the appeal is submitted within
the set timeframe, the relevant directives to the SAPA (401) is expected continue to apply and allow Valley to operate until the completion
of the administrative process and determination in the administrative appeal. If an adverse decision is made after the administrative
appeals process, Valley may appeal NYSDEC’s final decision to the New York Supreme Court. In such scenario, New York State law allows
Valley to seek the court for an order allowing to continue its operation under Section 401 of the SAPA during the pendency of the court
proceedings.
Valley can continue to operate under the ASF Permit until a final determination (after
exhausting an appeal in case of rejection) is made regarding the Title V permit. Until the Title V permit is issued (if issued), the terms
of the future financing agreements of Valley may be adversely affected.
A direct or indirect change in ownership or control of voting rights in a corporation
that provides infrastructure services (“public utilities”) (including part of the CPV project companies in the U.S.), or in
any property used for infrastructure services, may be subject to FERC approval, pursuant to the Federal Power Act. Such approval may also
be required for holding the position of officers or directors in corporations that provide infrastructure services or certain other companies
that provide financing or equipment for infrastructure services. In addition, the FERC applies the requirements in the Public Utility
Holding Company Act of 2005 to direct or indirect holders of 10% or more of the voting rights in companies that, among other activities,
own or operate facilities that generate electricity, including renewable energy facilities. There is similar state regulation in several
states that regulates ownership or control, directly or indirectly, of voting rights in corporations that provide infrastructure services.
Therefore, the acquisition of 10% or more of the share capital of OPC, or Kenon may be subject to the FERC approval, and such direct or
indirect acquisition may also be subject to the approval of state regulatory authorities in some U.S. states where the company has business
operations.
On January 21, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order pausing federal permitting,
approvals and federal loans for all onshore and offshore wind projects while the Department of Interior performs an assessment of federal
wind leasing and permitting practices.
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Property taxes/community payments
In general, each CPV project company is subject to property taxes annually paid to the
local jurisdiction in which it is located. In some cases (Shore, Maryland, Valley, Towantic, Maple Hill, Backbone and Stagecoach), the
projects have come to an arrangement for a long-term payment which replaces the regular assessment and taxation process or recognizes
certain exemption provisions in relevant laws or regulations. The long-term payment arrangements run between 20 and 35 years from COD
for each applicable project. In other cases (Fairview and Keenan), the projects are subject to an annual assessment on the value of their
taxable property and then pay property taxes at the relevant taxing jurisdiction rates.
Certain CPV project companies (Fairview and Valley) entered into agreements for the
benefit of community purposes in their respective local communities. The long-term payments by virtue of such agreements fund community
entities or reimburse the local community for the impact during construction. These payments are spread over periods of 20 to 30 years
from COD.
Renewable energies
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
In 2022, the IRA was signed into law by President Biden. Among other things, this law
awards significant tax benefits to renewable energies and technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. One of the IRA’s key
objective is to increase the production of electricity using renewable energies and to increase regulatory stability in this sector. Following
are key arrangements set forth in the IRA which may be relevant for the CPV Group’s activities:
The IRA includes a number of benefits available to renewable energy projects. The IRA
extends the ITC and the PTC for renewable energy projects that commence construction before January 1, 2025. The base level for the investment
tax credit is 6% and the base level for the production tax credit is 0.3 cents/kWh (adjusted for inflation). Projects that meet prevailing
wage and registered apprenticeship requirements may be eligible for an investment tax credit of up to 30% or a production tax credit of
up to 1.5 cents/kWh (adjusted for inflation). Bonus credit amounts, may be earned, increasing by 10% the PTC or 10 percentage points the
ITC if the applicable project meets domestic steel, iron and manufactured products requirements. An additional bonus credit amounts may
also be earned, increasing by 10% the PTC or 10 percentage points the ITC if the applicable project is located in specially designated
energy communities, such as (i) brownfield sites, (ii) locations with above national average unemployment and oil, gas or and/or coal
industry contributions to direct employment or local tax revenues above specified levels, and (iii) census tracts in or adjacent to those
in which a coal mine has closed since December 31, 1999, or coal-fired power plant has closed since December 31, 2009. These tax credits
are transferable to unrelated entities.
Electric generation projects placed in service after December 31, 2024, that emit zero
or less greenhouse gases are eligible for a technology neutral ITC or PTC established under IRA, at the same credit levels as described
above for the existing ITC and PTC and are also transferable to unrelated parties. These tax credits are subject to phase out, starting
from the later of 2032 and when U.S. greenhouse gas emissions from electricity generation equal or are less than 25% of 2022 electricity
generation emissions levels. Projects eligible for these tax credits will also be eligible to use 5-year accelerated depreciation for
project assets.
The CPV Group is of the opinion that in its current framework, the IRA is having a positive
effect on renewable energy projects, including Backbone, and Rogue’s Wind; among other things, the IRA increased the tax credit
amounts receivable compared to the amounts that were receivable prior to its enactment. Under the current framework of the IRA, some of
the CPV Group’s renewable energy projects are eligible to higher tax credit rates due to their location (for instance, in the sites
of closed coal mines), including in the Maple Hill, Backbone, and Rogue’s Wind projects. The CPV Group is analyzing the impact of
the IRA on Backbone and Rogue’s Wind, and the economic benefits that will arise from opting for ITC or PTC in respect of the project,
as well as the project’s eligibility for an additional tax credit. The CPV Group opted for an ITC for Maple Hill and Backbone at
the rate of 40% in 2023 and opted for a PTC for Stagecoach and expects to opt for a ITC for Rogue’s Wind and opted for a PTC for
Stagecoach. In addition, the option of selling the tax credits is expected to increase CPV Group’s capability to realize some
of the value of its renewable energy projects’ tax credits, and to improve the terms of investment.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, there is uncertainty regarding how the Trump administration’s
policies may affect the IRA and its intended benefits. President's Trump statements regarding the energy policy in the U.S., has led to
various expectations and uncertainties with respect to possible changes in the IRA legislation, while, to the best knowledge of the CPV
Group, the utilized the tax credits available under the IRA currently remain unchanged. However, the CPV Group has indicated that it believes,
based in part on market expert assessments, that the strong growth in demand for green energy is driven by market forces and that the
positive impacts of the IRA legislation on the labor market in many Republican states will mitigate the potential scenario of any adverse
changes to the tax benefits.
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Other Relevant Legislation
In November 2021, the U.S. Congress approved a bipartisan infrastructure law, signed
by the President of the U.S. (the “Infrastructure Act”). The Infrastructure Act is the first part of legislation (which includes
two parts) addressing many sectors of the U.S. economy, including transportation, construction, and energy. A significant part of the
Infrastructure Act addresses the expansion of transmission infrastructure, research and development of technologies, including carbon
capture and use of hydrogen, reinforcement of the grid, and energy efficiency. However, there are several provisions within the legislation
that provide funding opportunities through the Department of Energy to support the development of zero and low emitting generation projects.
A second piece of relevant legislation, known as the Build Back Better (“BBB”) Act from an energy perspective focuses on tax
incentives to support numerous zero and low carbon technologies. The BBB Act bill (the “BBB Act”) that passed the House of
Representatives in November of 2021 was passed largely along a party line vote (one democrat and all republicans voting against) included
refundable production and investment tax credits for the expansion of renewable energy production facilities, carbon capture technologies
and hydrogen investments. The BBB Act remains in negotiations in the U.S. Senate. There is uncertainty regarding the enactment of the
BBB Act as a singular piece of legislation or whether it can be passed at least in part incrementally through smaller limited scope standalone
bills. If the energy provisions of the BBB Act are passed in separate bills, such legislation may have a significant effect on electricity
demand by promoting low-carbon transport and a low-carbon economy while raising standards for electricity generation using clean energy.
In April 2021, PJM established an Interconnection Process Reform Task Force that includes
PJM staff and PJM member stakeholders to study and propose reforms to PJM’s interconnection process to address, among other items,
a large backlog of proposed projects awaiting the completion of their interconnection studies and its effect on the iterative cost-causation
process that allocates network upgrade costs to a proposed project. PJM staff and management have proposed a new interconnection process
framework as well as options for transitioning from the current process to the new framework. Each of these are expected to be voted on
by the task force in the first quarter of 2022 with the corresponding PJM FERC tariff changes to be developed and filed for approval at
FERC by the end of the 3rd quarter of 2022, and with the transition to the new system to start in the 4th quarter of 2022. Under the proposed
process the interconnection study and cost allocation construct would shift to cluster/cycle group study process and the current first-in/first-out
processing construct would shift to a first-ready/first-out processing. Under the transition proposal PJM will stop accepting new interconnection
requests from the transition effective date until the new framework begins to be used—which under the different transition options
under consideration could be from one year up to as long as four years. During the FERC review process and prior to implementation, PJM
has stated that they will continue to work to complete existing interconnection requests. The exact impact on CPV’s projects is
yet to be determined although some of CPV’s projects that are expected to operate in the PJM market may be delayed.
Qoros
Kenon holds a 12% interest in Qoros, a China-based automotive company. Kenon previously
held a 50% stake in Qoros prior to the Majority Qoros Shareholder’s investment in Qoros, and was one of the founding members of
the company. The Majority Qoros Shareholder holds 63% of Qoros and Chery holds 25%. Substantially all of Quantum’s interest in Qoros
is pledged to secure Qoros’ RMB 1.2 billion loan facility.
In April 2021, Kenon’s subsidiary Quantum entered into a Sale Agreement with the
Majority Qoros Shareholder to sell its remaining 12% interest in Qoros for RMB 1.56 billion (approximately $214 million) and Baoneng Group
provided a guarantee of the Majority Qoros Shareholder’s obligations under the Sale Agreement. The Majority Qoros Shareholder had
not made any of the required payments under the Sale Agreement, and in the fourth quarter of 2021, Quantum initiated arbitral proceedings
against the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group with CIETAC. In February 2024, CIETAC issued a final award, not subject to any
conditions, in favor of Quantum. The tribunal ruled that the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group are obligated to pay Quantum
approximately RMB 1.9 billion (approximately $260 million), comprising the purchase price set forth in the Sale Agreement (as adjusted
for inflation) of approximately RMB 1.7 billion (approximately $233 million), together with pre-award and post-award interest (which will
accrue until payment of the award), legal fees and expenses. In July 2024, Baoneng Group filed a Set Aside Application with the Beijing
Court to set aside the CIETAC Award. In November 2024, the Beijing Court issued a decision dismissing the Set Aside Application, and such
decision is final and is not subject to appeal in accordance with the laws of the People’s Republic of China.
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In connection with this arbitration, Kenon has obtained a court order freezing assets
of Baoneng Group, primarily comprising equity interests in entities owning directly and indirectly listed and unlisted equity interests
in various businesses; such assets are also subject to freezing orders by other creditors and the orders obtained by Kenon are at various
rankings as among creditors. As the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group failed to uphold their payment obligations under the
CIETAC Award, Kenon has initiated enforcement proceedings before the Shanghai Court to enforce the CIETAC Award. The enforcement proceedings
are currently ongoing.
In connection with its initial investment in Qoros, the Majority Qoros Shareholder had
agreed to assume Quantum’s obligations relating to Quantum’s pledge of its remaining shares in Qoros. In lieu of assuming
such pledge obligations, Baoneng Group provided a guarantee to Kenon in respect of a number of matters, including an obligation for Baoneng
Group to reimburse Kenon in the event that Quantum’s shares are foreclosed upon and obligation for Baoneng Group to deposit into
escrow amounts sufficient to protect Kenon against losses in the event of a foreclosure over Quantum’s shares in Qoros by having
amounts available to repay any defaulted amounts. Baoneng Group failed to comply with the obligations of the guarantee and as a result,
in November 2021, Kenon filed a claim for specific performance against Baoneng Group at the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court
relating to the breaches of the guarantee agreement by Baoneng Group; the case was transferred to the Supreme People’s Court for
trial. The Supreme People’s Court upheld Kenon’s claim for specific performance against Baoneng Group, ordering Baoneng Group
to open an escrow account on behalf of Kenon and to deposit approximately RMB 1.4 billion (approximately $192 million) into the escrow
account (the “Guarantee Award”).
In connection with the Guarantee Award (and in addition to the asset freeze order obtained
in connection with the CIETAC Award), Kenon has obtained a court order freezing assets of Baoneng Group, primarily comprising equity interests
in entities owning directly and indirectly listed and unlisted equity interests in various businesses; such assets are also subject to
freezing orders by other creditors and the orders obtained by Kenon are at various rankings as among creditors. As Baoneng Group had failed
to uphold its obligations under the Guarantee Award, and Kenon initiated enforcement proceedings before the Shanghai Court to enforce
this award. The enforcement proceedings are currently ongoing. There is no assurance as to the outcome of these proceedings. There is
also no assurance that Baoneng Group will pay or has the ability to pay the judgements against it in our favor. The Court has directed
the parties to engage in discussions.
See further details about the claim in “
Item
3.D—Risks Related to Our Strategy and Operations—We face risks in relation to our remaining 12% interest in Qoros, including
risks relating to the enforcement and/or collection of the arbitration award and guarantee award in our favor.
”
We understand that Qoros has been in default under certain loan facilities for a number
of years, including its RMB 1.2 billion loan facility, which is secured by, among other collateral, all of Kenon’s shares in Qoros.
The lenders under Qoros’ RMB 1.2 billion loan facility have obtained a court order in respect of a payment default by Qoros, pursuant
to which the lenders may take steps to enforce pledges over Qoros’ assets and other security for the loan including the shares in
Qoros pledged by its shareholders to secure the loan, including Quantum’s pledge of its 12% interest in Qoros. Baoneng Group filed
an appeal against this court order with the Beijing High Court, which was subsequently dismissed in July 2024. We have become aware
that various banks have brought proceedings to foreclose on the pledged assets in respect of certain of Qoros’ defaulted loans,
which may result in the foreclosure of our Qoros shares. Accordingly, we face risks in connection with any enforcement by the lenders
and the impact thereof.
There is no assurance as to the collection of the arbitration award and the outcome
of legal proceedings described above or any value Kenon may realize in respect of its remaining shares in Qoros. Since April 2020, Kenon
no longer accounts for Qoros pursuant to the equity method of accounting and in 2021, Kenon wrote down the value of Qoros to zero. See
“
Item 3.D—Risks Related to Our Strategy and Operations—We face risks in relation to
our remaining 12% interest in Qoros, including risks relating to the enforcement and/or collection of the arbitration award and guarantee
award in our favor.
”
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We are party to a joint venture agreement, or the Joint Venture Agreement, with respect
to our and our joint venture partners’ interest in Qoros. The Joint Venture Agreement sets forth certain rights and obligations
of each of Quantum, the wholly-owned subsidiary through which we own our equity interest in Qoros, Wuhu Chery and the Majority Qoros Shareholder
with respect to Qoros. The Joint Venture Agreement is governed by Chinese law. Under the Joint Venture Agreement, certain matters require
the unanimous approval of Qoros’ board of directors, while other matters require a two-thirds or a simple majority board approval.
Pursuant to the terms of the Joint Venture Agreement, we have the right to appoint two of Qoros’ nine directors.
For further details, see
“Item 3.D—Risks
Related to Our Strategy and Operations—We face risks in relation to our remaining 12% interest in Qoros, including risks relating
to the enforcement and/or collection of the arbitration award and guarantee award in our favor.”
Claim Relating to the Inkia Business, which Kenon sold in 2017
In November 2017, Kenon, through its subsidiaries Inkia and IC Power Distribution Holdings
Pte. Ltd. (“ICPDH”), entered into a share purchase agreement to sell all of their interests in power generation and distribution
companies in Latin America and the Caribbean (the “Inkia Business”).
Set forth below is a description of the investment treaty claim that is being pursued
by Kenon and a subsidiary in connection with the Inkia Business.
Bilateral Investment Treaty Claim Relating to Peru
In June 2017 and November 2018, IC Power and Kenon respectively sent Notices of Dispute
to the Republic of Peru under the Free Trade Agreement between Singapore and the Republic of Peru (the “FTA”), relating to
two disputes described below, based on events that occurred while Kenon, through IC Power, owned and operated their Peruvian subsidiaries
Kallpa and Samay I, later sold as part of the Inkia sale. The first concerned Secondary Frequency Regulation and the second concerned
the use of the secondary and complementary transmission systems (“Transmission Tolls”). The claims are described in detail
in prior disclosures.
On June 12, 2019, IC Power and Kenon filed a Request for Arbitration with the International
Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (“ICSID”) against Peru alleged breaches of the FTA. On October 4, 2023,
an arbitration tribunal constituted by ICSID delivered a final award (the “Award”). The parties each submitted requests
to rectify and/or clarify aspects of the Award pursuant to Article 49 of the ICSID Convention. On May 3, 2024, the arbitration tribunal
issued its Decision on the Requests for Rectification and Clarification, which supplemented and became part of the Award. In its Award,
the arbitration tribunal concluded that Peru's resolution relating to secondary frequency regulation breached Peru's obligations under
Article 10.5 of the FTA. The tribunal dismissed the claim relating to Transmission Tolls. Pursuant to the Award, Peru has been ordered
to pay Kenon and IC Power a total of $110.7 million in damages together with $5.1 million in fees and costs and pre-award and post-award
interest. In accordance with the Award, pre-award interest is payable on the damages awarded from November 24, 2017 to the date of the
Award at Peru’s cost of debt, which is calculated to be at a rate of 6.91% per annum, compounding annually. Post-award interest
is payable from the date of the Award at the same rate. As of March 31, 2025, pre- and post-award interest on the Award is in excess of
$70 million. Interest will continue to accrue until the Award is paid.
On November 14, 2023, Kenon and IC Power filed an action in the U.S. District Court
for the District of Columbia seeking recognition of and the entry of judgment on the Award in the United States. On August 22, 2024, ICSID
provided Kenon and IC Power with Peru’s application for the partial annulment of the ICSID Award (the “ICSID Annulment Application”).
On October 18, 2024, ICSID appointed an ad hoc committee to decide the ICSID Annulment Application. The hearing on partial annulment is
scheduled for December 10 and 11, 2025. With its ICSID Annulment Application, Peru requested a stay on the enforcement of the Award. Enforcement
of the Award shall be stayed until the annulment proceeding has concluded.
IC Power and Kenon have entered into an agreement with a capital provider to provide
capital for expenses in relation to the pursuit of their arbitration claims against the Republic of Peru and other costs. The obligations
of Kenon and IC Power are secured by pledges relating to the agreement. Security has been provided relating to the obligations of Kenon
and IC Power. The agreement contains certain representations and covenants by IC Power and Kenon and events of default in event of breach
of such representations and covenants.
In the event that Kenon or IC Power receives proceeds in connection with the Award or
settlement thereof, the capital provider will be entitled to be repaid the amount committed by the capital provider and to receive a portion
of the claim proceeds, including interest. The capital provider will be entitled to be repaid the amount committed by the capital
provider (which to date has equaled $12 million) and to receive up to approximately 55% of the net claim proceeds, subject to the terms
of the agreement among Kenon, IC Power and the capital provider. As of March 31, 2025, Kenon estimates that its share of the Award, including
interest and net of arbitration costs, would be approximately $80 million, subject to tax.
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| C. |
Organizational Structure
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The chart below represents a summary of our organizational structure, excluding intermediate holding companies,
as of December 31, 2024. This chart should be read in conjunction with the explanation of our ownership and organizational structure above.
| D. |
Property, Plants and Equipment
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For information on our property, plants and equipment, see “
Item
4.B Business Overview
.”
| ITEM 4A. |
Unresolved Staff Comments
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Not Applicable.
| ITEM 5. |
Operating and Financial Review and Prospects
|
This section should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements,
and the related notes thereto, for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, included elsewhere in this annual report. Our financial
statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS.
The financial information below also includes certain non-IFRS measures used by us to
evaluate our economic and financial performance. These measures are not identified as accounting measures under IFRS and therefore should
not be considered as an alternative measure to evaluate our performance.
Certain information included in this discussion and analysis includes forward-looking
statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or
implied by such forward-looking statements. For further information on important factors that could cause our actual results to differ
materially from the results described in the forward-looking statements contained in this discussion and analysis, see “
Special
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
” and “
Item 3.D Risk Factors.
”
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Business Overview
For a discussion of our strategy, see “
Item 4.B
Business Overview.
”
Overview of Financial Information Presented
As a holding company, Kenon’s results of operations primarily comprise the financial
results of each of its businesses. The following table sets forth the method of accounting for our businesses for each of the two years
ended December 31, 2024 and our ownership percentage as of December 31, 2024:
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Ownership
Percentage |
Treatment in Consolidated
Financial Statements |
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OPC
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54.5
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%
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Consolidated
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ZIM
1
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0.0
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%
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Profit/(loss) from divestment of ZIM
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1. |
Kenon owned 20.7% of ZIM’s shares as of December 31, 2023, which was reduced to 0% as of December 31, 2024.
|
The results of ZIM are included in Kenon’s statements of profit and loss as profit/(loss)
from divestment of ZIM, for the years set forth below, except as otherwise indicated.
The following tables set forth selected financial data for Kenon’s reportable
segments for the periods presented:
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Year Ended December 31, 2024
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OPC Israel
|
CPV
|
ZIM
|
Other
(1)
|
Consolidated Results
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|||||||||||||||
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||||||||||||||||||||
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(in millions of USD, unless otherwise indicated)
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Revenue
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625
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126
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—
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—
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751
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|||||||||||||||
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Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
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446
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76
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—
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—
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522
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|||||||||||||||
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Depreciation and amortization
|
(70
|
)
|
(23
|
)
|
—
|
—
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(93
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)
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||||||||||||
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Financing income
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17
|
6
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—
|
24
|
47
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
(76
|
)
|
(29
|
)
|
—
|
(10
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)
|
(115
|
)
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|||||||||||
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Share in profit of associated companies
|
—
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45
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—
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—
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45
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|||||||||||||||
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Profit / (Loss) before taxes
|
(14
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)
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104
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—
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3
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93
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||||||||||||||
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Income tax (expense)/benefit
|
(15
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)
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(22
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)
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—
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(4
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)
|
(41
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)
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|||||||||||
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(Loss) / Profit from continuing operations
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(29
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)
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82
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—
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(1
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)
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52
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|||||||||||||
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Profit for the year from divestment of ZIM
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—
|
—
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581
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—
|
581
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|||||||||||||||
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(Loss) / Profit for the year
|
(29
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)
|
82
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581
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(1
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)
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633
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|||||||||||||
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Segment assets
(2)
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1,585
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266
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—
|
903
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2,754
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|||||||||||||||
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Investments in associated companies
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—
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1,459
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—
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—
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1,459
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|||||||||||||||
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Segment liabilities
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1,350
|
198
|
—
|
4
|
1,552
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|||||||||||||||
| (1) |
Includes the results of Kenon’s, Qoros’ and IC Power’s holding company (including assets and liabilities) and general
and administrative expenses.
|
| (2) |
Excludes investments in associates.
|
105
|
|
Year Ended December 31, 2023
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OPC Israel
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CPV
|
ZIM
|
Other
(1)
|
Consolidated Results
|
|||||||||||||||
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||||||||||||||||||||
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(in millions of USD, unless otherwise indicated)
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Revenue
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619
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73
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—
|
—
|
692
|
|||||||||||||||
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Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
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453
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41
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—
|
—
|
494
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|||||||||||||||
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Depreciation and amortization
|
(66
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)
|
(25
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)
|
—
|
—
|
(91
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)
|
||||||||||||
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Financing income
|
6
|
6
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—
|
27
|
39
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|||||||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
(48
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)
|
(17
|
)
|
—
|
(1
|
)
|
(66
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Share in profit / (loss) of associated companies
|
—
|
66
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—
|
—
|
66
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|||||||||||||||
|
Profit / (Loss) before taxes
|
49
|
17
|
—
|
15
|
81
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|||||||||||||||
|
Income tax (expense)/benefit
|
(14
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)
|
(5
|
)
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—
|
(6
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)
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(25
|
)
|
|||||||||||
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Profit from continuing operations
|
35
|
12
|
—
|
9
|
56
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Loss for the year from divestment of ZIM
|
—
|
—
|
(267
|
)
|
—
|
(267
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Profit / (Loss) for the year
|
35
|
12
|
(267
|
)
|
9
|
(211
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
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Segment assets
(2)
|
1,673
|
1,103
|
—
|
629
|
3,405
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in associated companies
|
—
|
703
|
—
|
—
|
703
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
1,423
|
610
|
—
|
5
|
2,038
|
|||||||||||||||
| (1) |
Includes the results of Kenon’s, Qoros’ and IC Power’s holding company (including assets and liabilities) and general
and administrative expenses.
|
| (2) |
Excludes investments in associates.
|
OPC
The following table sets forth summary financial information for OPC (including CPV)
for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023:
|
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2024
|
2023
|
||||||
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Revenue
|
751
|
692
|
||||||
|
Cost of Sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
(522
|
)
|
(494
|
)
|
||||
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Net Profit
|
53
|
47
|
||||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA including proportionate share of adjusted EBITDA of associated companies
(
1)
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332
|
304
|
||||||
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Total Debt
(2)
|
1,267
|
1,530
|
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______________________________
| (1) |
OPC’s EBITDA including proportionate share of adjusted EBITDA of associated companies is defined for each period as net profit/(loss)
before depreciation and amortization, financing expenses, net, share of depreciation and amortization and financing expenses, net, included
within share of profit of associated companies, net and income tax expense. OPC’s Adjusted EBITDA including proportionate share
in Adjusted EBITDA of associated companies is defined as net profit/(loss) before depreciation and amortization, financing expenses, net,
share of depreciation and amortization and financing expenses, net, included within share of profit of associated companies, net, income
tax expense, changes in net expenses, not in the ordinary course of business, other income/(expenses) and share of changes in fair value
of derivative financial instruments.
|
| (2) |
Includes short-term and long-term debt. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of OPC’s net profit/(loss) to
its Adjusted EBITDA after proportionate consolidation is for the periods presented. Other companies may calculate such a measure differently,
and therefore this presentation of Adjusted EBITDA after proportionate consolidation is may not be comparable to other similarly titled
measures used by other companies:
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|
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
Net profit/(loss) for the period
|
53
|
47
|
||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
93
|
91
|
||||||
|
Financing expenses, net
|
82
|
53
|
||||||
|
Share of depreciation and amortization and financing expenses,
net, included within share of profit of associated companies, net
|
121
|
91
|
||||||
|
Income tax expense/(benefit)
|
37
|
19
|
||||||
|
EBITDA including proportionate share of adjusted
EBITDA of associated companies
|
386
|
301
|
||||||
|
Elimination of the share in income of associated companies
|
||||||||
|
Changes in net expenses, not in the ordinary course of business
(1) (2)
|
(54
|
)
|
5
|
|||||
|
Share of changes in fair value of derivative financial instruments
|
—
|
(2
|
)
|
|||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA
including
proportionate share of adjusted EBITDA of associated companies
|
332
|
304
|
||||||
|
(1)
|
At the Shore power plant – gas transmission costs (approximately NIS 22 million in 2024) are classified
in accordance with IFRS 16 as depreciation expenses and, accordingly, are not included in the Adjusted EBITDA.
|
|
(2)
|
The increase in the holdings in the Shore and Maryland power plants in the fourth quarter of 2024 did not
have a significant impact on the results of the Energy Transition segment in the United States in 2024.
|
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Qoros
In April 2020, we reduced our interest in Qoros to 12%. Since that date, we no longer
account for Qoros pursuant to the equity method of accounting. In 2021, we wrote down the value of Qoros to zero.
We entered into an agreement to sell our remaining interest in Qoros to the Majority
Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group has provided a guarantee of the Majority Qoros Shareholder’s obligations under the Sale Agreement.
The Majority Qoros Shareholder had not made any of the required payments under the Sale Agreement, and Quantum initiated arbitral proceedings.
The arbitration tribunal ruled that the Majority Qoros Shareholder and Baoneng Group are obligated to pay Quantum approximately RMB 1.9
billion (approximately $260 million), comprising the purchase price set forth in the Sale Agreement (as adjusted for inflation) of approximately
RMB 1.7 billion (approximately $233 million), together with pre-award and post-award interest (which will accrue until payment of the
award), legal fees and expenses. We have also pursued arbitration and litigation against Baoneng Group and arbitration and court awards
have been made in our favor. We are currently in proceedings seeking to enforce these awards. There is no assurance as to the outcome
of these proceedings. There is also no assurance that Baoneng Group will pay or has the ability to pay the judgements against it in our
favor. The Court has directed the parties to engage in discussions.
See
“Item 4.B. Business Overview—Qoros
”
and “
Item 3.D Risks Factors—Risks Related to Our Strategy and Operations—We face risks
in relation to our remaining 12% interest in Qoros, including risks relating to the enforcement and/or collection of the arbitration award
and guarantee award in our favor.
”
ZIM
ZIM’s results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are
reflected in Kenon’s profit/(loss) from divestment of ZIM. As of January 1, 2024, we held a 20.7% interest in ZIM. During
2024, we sold our entire interest in ZIM and as a result, as of December 31 2024, we no longer held any shares in ZIM.
Material Factors Affecting Results of Operations
OPC
Set forth below is a discussion of the material factors affecting the results of operations
of OPC for the periods under review.
Activities in Israel
EA Tariffs
In Israel, sales by IPPs are generally made on the basis of PPAs for the sale of energy
to customers, with prices predominantly linked to the tariff issued by the EA and denominated in NIS. Changes in the electricity generation
tariff have material effect on OPC’s results of operations.
The EA operates a “Time of Use” tariff, which provides different energy
rates for different seasons (e.g., summer and winter) and different periods of time during the day. Within Israel, the price of energy
varies by season and demand period. For further information on Israel’s seasonality and the related EA tariffs, see “
Item
4.B Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s Business—Industry Overview—Overview of Israeli Electricity Generation
Industry
.”
The EA’s rates have affected OPC’s revenues and income in the periods under
review.
The results of OPC’s activities in Israel are materially impacted by changes in
the electricity generation component tariff, such that an increase in the electricity generation component will have a positive impact
on OPC’s results, and vice versa. OPC estimates that based on present format for the generation component and on the assumption
of a change of 1 Agura per kilowatt hour in the generation component, there would be an impact of about NIS 30 million on the EBITDA in
Israel in 2025.
During 2023, there were a number of updates to the electricity tariffs and the average
generation component in 2023 was set at NIS 0.3053 per kWh.
On February 1, 2024, an annual update to the tariff for 2024 came into effect for electricity
consumers of IEC with generation component updated to NIS 0.3007 per kilowatt hour, a decrease of 1.1% compared with the generation component
at the end of 2023 (due to the surplus receipts expected from sale of the Eshkol power plant, which led to a reduction in the generation
sector). The surplus receipts from the Eshkol sale was intended to be used to cover expenses incurred during the war, including costs
of diesel oil followed by and then to cover non recurring past expenses.
In January 2025, the EA announced a tariff update for 2025 for consumers of electricity
from the IEC, with the weighted average generation component updated to NIS 0.2939 per kilowatt hour – a decline of approximately
2.2% in the weighted average generation component. The decline mainly due to the surplus receipts expected from sale of the Eshkol power
plant, which led to a reduction in the generation sector. In addition, in respect of the decision on tariff update and pursuant to the
decision on designation of the receipts from sale of Eshkol—it was announced that the surplus receipts from the sale will first
be used to cover expenses incurred during the War, including costs of diesel oil, with the remaining surplus receipts to be used to cover
the non-recurring past expenses.
Commencing from 2023, the EA revised the time of use (“TOU”) demand categories
(brackets). The change of the TOU categories increased the tariffs paid by household consumers and reduce the tariffs paid by TAOZ
consumers. The update to the hourly demand brackets, which became effective from January 2023, had a negative impact on OPC’s results
from Israel activities and caused a change in the seasonality of our revenues, which resulted in a significant increase in OPC’s
results during the summer period at the expense of the other months of the year (particularly the first quarter).
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In 2024, the EA published proposals to change tariff structure. The proposals aim to:
|
|
• |
change the methodology for determining the generation component based on the SMP plus a normative fixed component to be determined
by the Israeli Electricity Authority;
|
|
|
• |
apply an economic signalling mechanism for pricing external emission costs’ pricing, which will be an integral part of the
marginal cost; and
|
|
|
• |
apply automatic tariff revision based on changes in metrics.
|
For more discussion, see “
Item 4.B Business Overview—Our
Businesses—OPC’s Business—Overview of Israeli Electricity Generation Industry
.”
Cost of Sales
OPC’s principal costs of sales are natural gas, transmission, distribution and
system services costs, personnel, third-party services and maintenance costs.
Natural Gas
The prices at which Rotem and Hadera purchase their natural gas from their sole natural
gas supplier, the Tamar Group, is predominantly indexed to changes in the EA’s generation component tariff, pursuant to the price
formula set forth in Rotem’s and Hadera’s supply agreements with the Tamar Group. As a result, increases or decreases in this
tariff have a related effect on Rotem’s and Hadera’s cost of sales and margins. Additionally, the natural gas price formula
in Rotem’s and Hadera’s supply agreement is subject to a floor price mechanism. In addition, for Hadera, the effect on profit
margins depends on the USD/NIS exchange rate fluctuations.
In 2024, the gas price in the Rotem Tamar agreement exceeded the Minimum Price over
11 months in total. For Rotem, the effect of changes in tariff on profit margins depends on the USD/NIS exchange rate fluctuations. In
respect of Rotem, according to the annual update of the generation component for 2025, the price of gas is expected to be above the Minimum
Price in 2025 (if there will be no changes to the generation component). In 2024, Hadera’s gas price was higher than the minimum
price. In addition, in 2025, if there are no changes to the generation component, the gas price according to the Hadera Agreement
is expected to be at the minimum price for a period of six months, after which the gas price is expected to exceed the Minimum Price.
The decrease in the EA generation component (see discussion above) had an impact on OPC’s profits in 2024. For information on the
risks associated with the impact of the EA’s generation tariff on OPC’s supply agreements with the Tamar Group, see “
Item
3.D Risk Factors—Risks Related to OPC’s Israel Operations—OPC’s profitability depends on the EA’s electricity
rates and tariff structure.
”
Pursuant to Amended Ordinance, which came into effect as of January 1, 2025, the excise
tax rates applicable to various types of fuels, and specifically natural gas in 2025, will increase from NIS 19 to NIS 33 and will continue
to increase in a graduated manner until reaching a maximum excise tax of NIS 192 in 2030. The increase in the excise tax on natural gas
is expected to increase OPC’s natural gas cost in Israel; OPC has indicated that it believes that this impact will be mitigated
by an increase in OPC’s revenues in Israel, if and to the extent there is an increase in the generation component and subject to
the expected impact of such an increase on the natural gas price, which is linked to the generation component. The generation component
has a material impact on both OPC’s revenues from sale of energy and on its natural gas costs in Israel. OPC is not able to estimate
the full impact of the Amended Ordinance on its results. For 2025, OPC has indicated that it estimates that the Amended Ordinance is not
expected to have a material impact on its results.
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Plant Maintenance
Rotem
: the next maintenance is scheduled
to be performed in spring 2025, during which the power plant and related energy generation activity will be shut down for an estimated
period of 45 days. During the maintenance period, the supply of electricity to the customers of the Rotem power plant will continue as
usual, based on the covenants published by the EA and Rotem’s PPA with the IEC. This timetables could change as a result of various
factors, among others, the scope of operation of the power plant or revision of the scheduled works with the maintenance contractor or
the COVID-19 related delays. The power plant’s activities during maintenance will be suspended, which may adversely affect OPC’s
operating results.
Zomet
: During 2024, Zomet was temporarily
shut down for upgrade and replacement of a component on the power plant’s turbines, which adversely affected Zomet’s results
during the period. It is expected that defect investigation and repair process will last approximately 15 months from March 2025.
Gat
: During 2024, Gat has undergone
unscheduled maintenance work since July 2024, due to a malfunction which had resulted in the power plant’s operations being shut
down and which had an adverse effect on its results in the reporting period, including compared to the corresponding period last year.
The power plant resumed normal activity in November 2024. See, “
—Plant Maintenance
”
in “
Item 4.B Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—Israel
.”
Changes in Exchange Rates
Fluctuations in the exchange rates between currencies in which certain of OPC’s
agreements are denominated (such as the U.S. Dollar) and the NIS, which is OPC’s functional and reporting currency, will generate
either gains or losses on monetary assets and liabilities denominated in such currencies and can therefore affect OPC’s profitability.
For example, the price of the natural gas paid in the Hadera and Gat gas supply agreements are denominated in dollars and, therefore,
these plants have full exposure to changes in the currency exchange rate, subject to a minimum USD-denominated price. In addition, the
price set forth in the Energean Agreements is fully linked to the U.S. Dollar.
In addition, OPC’s activities in Israel are exposed to a change in the exchange
rate of the dollar, directly and indirectly, due to the linkage of a significant part of its revenues to the generation tariff (which
is impacted, in part, by changes in the exchange rate of the dollar), while on the other hand acquisitions of the natural gas, some of
which are linked to the dollar exchange rate and/or are denominated based on the dollar exchange rate, are also linked to the generation
tariff (which is impacted in part by changes in the dollar exchange rate) and include dollar floor prices. Therefore, the structure of
OPC’s activities in Israel includes a partial natural (intrinsic) hedge—even though a strengthening of the dollar increases
the cost of the natural gas purchased by OPC, the structure of the revenues is expected to reduce such exposure significantly. Generally
the generation component (which is impacted by various factors) is updated once a year and is subject to changes, and accordingly
timing differences are possible between the impact of a strengthening of the rate of the dollar on the current gas cost and its impact
on the revenues and, in turn, on OPC’s gross margin. These timing differences could have a negative effect on OPC’s current
profit and cash flows – at least in the short term.
In addition, where the gas price is equal to or lower than the floor price in gas supply
agreements with a floor price, OPC is exposed to a larger extent to changes in the dollar/shekel exchange rate and to reductions in the
generation component since the natural (built in) protection is fully or partly ineffective, which could have a negative impact on OPC’s
profits.
From time to time OPC signs significant construction and maintenance contracts that
are denominated in different currencies, particularly the dollar and the euro.
Furthermore, OPC is indirectly influenced by changes in the U.S. Dollar to NIS exchange
rate, including as a result of the following factors (i) OPC’s investment in CPV which operates in the US, (ii) any future investments
to fund CPV’s existing project backlog and (iii) the IEC electricity tariff being partially linked to increases in fuel prices (mainly
coal and gas) that are denominated in U.S. Dollars. In general, OPC believes that a decline in the exchange rate of the U.S. Dollar exchange
rate may have a positive effect on OPC’s operating activities, and on the other hand an adverse effect on the investment in OPC’s
activities in the U.S. From time to time and based on the business considerations, OPC makes use of currency forwards. Nonetheless, these
do not provide full protection from such exposures, and OPC could incur costs due to hedging transactions.
In addition, Kenon’s functional currency is the U.S. Dollar, so Kenon reports
OPC’s NIS-denominated results of operations and balance sheet items in U.S. Dollars, translating OPC’s results into U.S. Dollars
at the average exchange rate (for results of operation) or rate in effect on the balance sheet date (for balance sheet items). Accordingly,
changes in the USD/NIS exchange rate impact Kenon’s reported results for OPC.
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Set forth below is data with respect to the NIS:USD currency exchange rate for the years
indicated:
|
Dollar/shekel exchange rate
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
|||||||||
|
On December 31
|
3.647
|
3.627
|
0.6
|
%
|
||||||||
|
On September 30
|
3.710
|
3.824
|
(3.0
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Average January– December
|
3.699
|
3.689
|
0.3
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Average October– December
|
3.703
|
3.823
|
(3.1
|
)%
|
||||||||
Activities in the U.S.
Electricity and natural
gas prices
CPV’s results of operations are impacted to a significant extent by the electricity
prices in effect in the areas in which the CPV’s power plants operate. The main factors impacting the electricity prices are demand
for electricity, available generation capacity (supply) and the natural gas price in the area in which the power plant operates.
With respect to “energy transition” activities, the natural gas price is
significant in the determination of the price of the electricity in most of the regions in which the power plants of the CPV Group operate
that are powered by natural gas.
For the most part, in the existing production mix, over time, to the extent the natural‑gas
prices are higher, the marginal energy prices will also be higher, and will have a positive impact on the energy margins of the CPV Group
due to the high efficiency of the power plants it owns compared with other power plants operating in the relevant activity markets (the
impact could be different among the projects taking into account their characteristics and the area (region) in which they are located).
Electricity prices
The following table summarizes the average electricity prices in each of the regions
in which the power plants in energy transition activities of the CPV Group are active (the prices are denominated in dollars per MWh)*:
|
|
Year Ended
|
|||||||||||
|
Region
|
December 31
|
|||||||||||
|
(Project)
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
|||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||
|
PJM West (Shore, Maryland)
|
33.83
|
33.06
|
2
|
%
|
||||||||
|
PJM AEP Dayton (Fairview)
|
30.73
|
30.81
|
0
|
%
|
||||||||
|
New York Zone G (Valley)
|
37.64
|
33.27
|
13
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Mass Hub (Towantic)
|
41.47
|
36.82
|
(13
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
PJM ComEd (Three Rivers)
|
25.55
|
26.68
|
(4
|
)%
|
||||||||
*Based on Day‑Ahead prices as published by the relevant ISO. The actual gas prices of the power plants
of the CPV Group could be significantly different.
The actual electricity prices of the power plants of the CPV Group could be higher or
lower than the regional price shown in the above table due to the existence of a Power Basis (the difference between the power plant’s
specific electricity price and the regional price). The Power Basis is a function of transport pressures, local cost of electricity generation,
local demand for electricity, losses in the transmission lines and additional factors. The following table shows the average Power Basis
data for each power plant (the prices are denominated in dollars per megawatt hour):
|
|
For the year ended December 31
|
|||||||
|
Power plant
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
|
||||||||
|
Shore
|
(6.25
|
)
|
(8.32
|
)
|
||||
|
Maryland
|
3.59
|
2.47
|
||||||
|
Fairview
|
(2.18
|
)
|
(1.90
|
)
|
||||
|
Valley
|
(1.00
|
)
|
(1.41
|
)
|
||||
|
Towantic
|
(2.77
|
)
|
(3.02
|
)
|
||||
|
Three Rivers
|
(1.01
|
)
|
(1.18
|
)
|
||||
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In 2024 , there were no significant changes in the electricity prices compared with
the corresponding periods last year except with respect to the Towantic and Valley power plants. In the fourth quarter of 2024, there
was a significant increase in the electricity prices in the Towantic and Valley power plants compared with the corresponding quarter last
year, due to, among other things, an increase in the natural gas prices and an increase in the RGGI price (carbon emission tax) (except
Fairview and Three Rivers power plants which are located in areas that are not subject to RGGI).
At the macro level, electricity prices continue to be impacted by supply and demand
trends in the activity areas of the CPV Group’s power plants: an increase in the demand for electricity as a result of electrification
in the transportation, real estate and industry sectors, and due to the increase in the demand for electricity in the data center sector,
as a result of the transition to “cloud” and growth in the AI activities. At the same time, the available generation capacity
is continuing to decline as a result of closing of older, inefficient and polluting conventional power plants (mainly coal powered power
plants), on the one hand, and the relatively limited supply of new power plants on the other hand.
In the beginning of 2025, in general, a trend similar to the fourth quarter of 2024
has continued with electricity prices remaining high.
Natural gas prices
Natural gas prices are impacted by a large number of variables, including demand in
the industrial, residential and electricity sectors, production and supply of natural gas, natural‑gas production costs, changes
in the pipeline infrastructure, international trade and the financial profile and the hedging profile of the natural‑gas customers
and producers. The price for import of liquid natural gas impacts the natural gas and electricity prices, in the winter months in New
England and New York, where high prices of liquid natural gas had a positive impact on the profits of the Fairview and Valley power plants
during the winter months.
Set forth below are the average natural gas prices in each of the main markets in which
the power plants of the CPV Group operate (the prices are denominated in dollars per MMBtu)*:
|
|
Year Ended
|
|||||||||||
|
Region
|
December 31
|
|||||||||||
|
(Power Plant)
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
|||||||||
|
Texas Eastern M-3 (Shore, Valley—70%)
|
2.07
|
1.90
|
9
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Transco Zone 5 North (Maryland)
|
2.51
|
2.74
|
(8
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Texas Eastern M-2 (Fairview)
|
1.71
|
1.63
|
5
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Dominion South Pt (Valley—30%)
|
1.67
|
1.63
|
2
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Algonquin City Gate (Towantic)
|
3.03
|
2.94
|
3
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Chicago City Gate (Three Rivers)
|
2.12
|
2.30
|
(8
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
|
* |
Source: The Day‑Ahead prices at gas Midpoints as reported in Platt’s Gas Daily. The actual gas prices of the power plants
of the CPV Group could be significantly different.
|
During 2024, there were no significant changes in the average natural gas prices compared
with the corresponding period last year, In the fourth quarter of 2024, the natural gas prices in the U.S. were high compared with the
corresponding period last year, due to, among other things, the relatively cold weather that led to high output from natural gas inventories
in the U.S and price pressure in the Algonquin region (a region that relies on, among other things, import of liquid gas in order to meet
demand) stemming from uncertainty regarding the levels of the gas inventories in Europe. This uncertainty derived from, among other things,
the fact that Ukraine and Russia did not renew the natural gas transmission agreements through Ukraine, which caused an imbalance between
the demand and the supply capability of natural gas throughout Europe. With respect to the Maryland power plant, which is located in the
Transco Zone 5 region, the decline in the natural gas prices stems from operation of a new gas transport pipeline (Mountain Valley Pipeline)
that connects the region with a number of additional regions, including the Texas Eastern M2, which have lower natural gas prices. In
addition, operation of the pipeline in regions having lower natural gas prices, where in the Valley, Shore and Fairview power plants are
also located, led to an increase in demand for natural gas and an increase in the gas prices in these plants. The Towantic power plant
experienced a higher pricing of natural gas against the background of the much colder weather in December 2024 compared with 2023.
In the beginning of 2025, in general, the trend of natural gas prices rising has continued,
as a result of continued relatively cold weather and high levels of withdrawals from the natural gas inventories in the U.S.
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Electricity margin in the
operating markets of the CPV Group (Spark Spread with Power Basis)
Electricity margins for the CPV Group’s Energy Transition business line is highly
correlated with the Spark Spread, which is calculated as the difference between: 1) price of the electricity in the region plus or minus
any Power Basis, and the result of 2) the price of the natural gas (used for generation of the electricity) in the relevant area (zone)
applied to thermal conversion ratio (“Heat Rate”). The Spark Spread is calculated based on the following formula:
Spark Spread ($/MWh) = price of the electricity ($/MWh) +/-Power Basis ($MWh) –
[the gas price ($/MMBtu) x Heat Rate (MMBtu/MWh)]
Set forth below are the average Spark Spread for each of the main markets in which the
power plants of the CPV Group are operating (the prices are denominated in dollars per megawatt/hour)*:
|
|
For the
|
|||||||||||
|
|
Year Ended
|
|||||||||||
|
|
December 31
|
|||||||||||
|
Power Plant
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
|||||||||
|
Shore
|
19.55
|
19.95
|
(2
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Maryland
|
16.51
|
14.15
|
17
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Valley
|
24.19
|
20.72
|
17
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Towantic
|
21.78
|
17.71
|
23
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Fairview
|
19.62
|
20.22
|
(3
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Three Rivers
|
11.77
|
–
|
0
|
%
|
||||||||
|
|
* |
Based on electricity prices as shown in the above table, with a discount for the thermal conversion ratio (heat rate) of 6.9 MMBtu/MWh
for Maryland, Shore and Valley, and a thermal conversion ratio of 6.5 MMBtu/MWh for Three Rivers, Towantic and Fairview. The actual energy
margins of the power plants of the CPV Group could be significantly different due to, among other things, the existence of Power Basis
as described above.
|
During 2024 and particularly in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with the corresponding
periods in 2023 there was an increase in the electricity margins (Spark Spread) stemming mainly from an increase in the electricity prices
(as described above) in the Valley and Towantic power plants and a decline in the natural gas prices in the Maryland power plant. Regarding
the Shore power plant, most of the decline in the electricity margins in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared with the corresponding period
in 2023 stems from an increase of the natural gas price in the Texas Eastern N 3 region.
The hedging of the electricity margins in the power plants of the CPV Group that are
powered by natural gas is intended to reduce the fluctuations of the CPV Group’s electricity margin resulting from changes in the
natural gas and electricity prices in the energy market.
Set forth below is the scope of the hedging
for 2025 as of March 12, 2025 (the data presented in the tables below is on the basis of the rate of holdings of the CPV Group in the
associated companies as of March 12, 2025 and after the completion of the acquisition of an additional 20% interest in Shore after the
date of OPC’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024). The scope of the hedging and the scope of the availability
revenues in respect of the acquisition of an additional 20% interest in Shore, which has completed after the date of OPC’s financial
statements, were calculated and are presented below on the basis of the estimates of the CPV Group that the transaction is completed in
April 2025.
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|
2025
|
||
|
Expected generation (MWh)
|
11,737,301
|
|
|
Net scope of the hedged energy margin (% of the expected generation of the power plants)
(*)
|
53%
|
|
|
Net hedged energy margin (millions of $)
|
≈ 110.2
(≈ NIS 408 million)
|
|
|
Net hedged energy margin ($/MWh)
|
17.55
|
|
|
Net market prices of energy margin ($/MWh)
(**)
|
14.53
|
|
|
|
(*) |
Pursuant to the policy for hedging electricity margins, in general the CPV Group seeks to hedge up to 50% of the scope of the expected
generation. The actual hedge rate could ultimately be different.
|
|
|
(**) |
The net energy margin is the energy margin (Spark Spread) plus/minus Power Basis less carbon tax (RGGI) and other variable costs.
The market prices of energy margin are based on future contracts for electricity and natural gas.
|
Tax on carbon emissions (RGGI)
Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is a joint effort of
the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and
Vermont to determine quotas and to reduce the emissions of carbon dioxide from the energy sector. The RGGI regulation requires the power
plants running on fossil fuels to hold, through public tenders or commerce in a secondary market, gas emission quotas for purposes of
offsetting emissions of carbon dioxide for every facility. Pursuant to the RGGI regulation, an independent market supervisor provides
supervision of the tenders for gas emission quotas, as well as activities in the secondary market, in order to assure integrity of and
confidence in the market. The RGGI regulation applies to 4 of the 6 power plants of the CPV Group in the Energy Transition segment: Maryland,
Shore, Valley and Towantic.
Set forth below is a summary of the prices of the gas‑emission
quotas (carbon emission tax) from the RGGI tenders for the periods indicated. In general, the tenders take place four times a year, in
March, June, September and December.
|
Average for
|
Average for
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
the year ended
|
the three months ended
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
December 31
|
December 31
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
2024
|
2023
|
Change
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Price of carbon emission tax in the RGGI
tenders ($ per short ton / 2,000 pounds)*
|
19.42
|
13.02
|
49
|
%
|
25.75
|
13.85
|
86
|
%
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Cost of the carbon emission tax (in terms
of gas cost) $ per MMBtu)**
|
1.16
|
0.77
|
49
|
%
|
1.53
|
0.82
|
86
|
%
|
||||||||||||||||
* The prices of the carbon
emissions tax are presented on the assumption that the price of the tender that is held prior to a certain quarter represents the price
of the carbon emissions tax. For example, the tender held in December 2024 will represent the price for the first quarter of 2025. The
actual price of the carbon emissions tax could be different than the tender prices as a result of transactions made in the secondary market.
** The cost of the carbon
emissions tax (in terms of gas cost) is calculated under the assumption of emissions of carbon dioxide with a reference (ratio) of 199
lbs./MMBtu. The actual carbon dioxide emissions ratio varies between the different power plants, and in the estimation of the CPV Group
a ratio of 199 lbs./MMBtu is a representative ratio for power plants running on natural gas.
In 2024 compared with the corresponding periods last year, there
was a significant increase in prices of the carbon emissions tax, which in the estimation of the CPV Group was mostly caused by speculative
trading and release of all the gas emission quotas from the cost containment reserve in the first quarter of 2024. In the tender in December
2024 (which reflects prices in the first quarter of 2025), the price declined to $20.05 per short ton.
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Capacity Revenues
Capacity is a component that is paid by regulatory bodies that manage demand and loads
(system operators) for electricity generators, with respect to their ability to generate energy at the required times for purposes of
reliability of the system. This revenue component is an additional component, separate from the component based on the energy prices (which
is paid in respect of sale of the electricity). The payment component includes an entitlement to revenue for availability of the electricity,
including provisions regarding bonus or penalty payments, which are governed by the tariffs determined by the ISO of every market. Accordingly,
NYISO, PJM and ISO-NE publish mandatory public auctions for determination of the capacity tariffs.
Set forth below is the scope of the secured capacity revenues for 2025 as at March 12,
2025 (the data shown in the tables below is on the basis of rate of holdings of the CPV Group in the associated companies as of March
12, 2025 and after the completion of the acquisition of an additional 20% interest in Shore after the date of OPC’s financial statements:
|
2025
|
||
|
Scope of the secured capacity revenues (% of the power plant’s capacity)
|
93%
|
|
|
Capacity receipts (millions of $)
|
≈ 112.5
(≈ NIS 416 million)
|
The PJM market
In the PJM market, capacity payments vary between sub-zones in the market, as a function
of local supply and demand and transmission capabilities. Below are the capacity rates in the sub-zones relevant to the projects of the
CPV Group and in the general market (prices are denominated in USD for megawatt per day). Generally, the capacity prices have declined
from period to period as illustrated in the table below:
|
Sub-zone
|
CPV power plants
(1)
|
2025/2026
|
2024/2025
|
2023/2024
|
2022/2023
|
||||||||||||||
|
PJM—RTO
|
--
|
269.92
|
28.92
|
34.13
|
50.00
|
||||||||||||||
|
PJM COMED
|
Three Rivers
|
269.92
|
28.92
|
34.13
|
-
|
||||||||||||||
|
PJM MAAC
|
Fairview, Maryland, Maple Hill
|
269.92
|
49.49
|
49.49
|
95.79
|
||||||||||||||
|
PJM EMAAC
|
Shore
|
269.92
|
54.95
|
49.49
|
97.86
|
Source: PJM.
(1) The Three Rivers project, which is under construction, will be eligible for capacity
payments as from its commercial operation date, subject to completion of construction.
(2) As stipulated in the capacity tenders which took place in June 2022.
In October 2023, PJM submitted to FERC changes in the format for the capacity market
for the purpose of applying the changes to the tenders planned for July 2024 (for a one year period that starts in the middle of 2025).
The proposed changes include changes in the modeling of risks, a recognition process for the source of the capacity, requirements for
examination of generators, a ceiling for an annual penalty on the performance levels and a ceiling for recognized bids. In the estimation
of the CPV Group, the proposed changes, if approved, are expected to have a positive impact on the capacity tariffs.
In July 2024, PJM has announced the results of capacity auctions for the 12-month period
from summer 2025 until summer 2026, in which the capacity prices relevant to CPV’s power plants was set at $269.92/MW-day (the “Capacity
Price”).
In 2024 capacity payments in PJM increased significantly, based on the CPV Group’s
assessment, mainly due to increase demand forecast, increase in required reserve margin and decrease in overall supply due to change in
generation resource capability calculated by PJM to include their effective load.
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The impact of such increase on the power plants of the CPV Group operating in the Energy
Transition is a decline in the availability capacity provided for sale from about 96% to about 79%. CPV estimates that as a result of
the increase in the capacity tariff, the addition to its revenues from capacity from all its power plants in the PJM market for the period
from June 2025 through May 2026 compared with the period from June 2024 through May 2025 would be at approximately $89 million. In addition,
giving effect to completion of the acquisition of an additional 20% interest of the Shore power plant, the addition to the capacity revenues
in respect of the transaction is estimated at approximately $11 million.
In September 2024, complaints were filed with the FERC in order to make certain changes
in the upcoming capacity auctions in the PJM market. In response, PJM proposed a postponement of the auction that was originally scheduled
for December 2024 by about six months in order to permit the making of changes to the rules of the auctions.
In February 2025, the FERC approved PJM’s proposed modifications to the capacity
market framework which were intended to reduce the volatility of pricing between the auctions. The revisions include (i) the continued
use of the gas turbine as the index for the demand curve, (ii) the inclusion of Reliability Must Run units—resources scheduled to
retire that are retained for reliability purposes—into the capacity market auctions as generic supply, (iii) setting of a uniform
penalty rate for under-performance across all generation resources, (iv) increased flexibility in offer submissions and (v) elimination
of the automatic must-offer exemptions for certain resource classes.
In addition, PJM has proposed to set a price collar with upper and lower bounds of $325/MW-day
and $175/MW-day, respectively, for the next two capacity auctions. Currently, PJM's price collar proposal is subject to FERC’s
approval and there is no certainty as to its approval or the final conditions if approved.
Subject to any further schedule changes, the next PJM capacity auction for the 2026/2027
capacity year is scheduled for July 2025 and the capacity auction for the 2027/2028 capacity year is scheduled for December 2025.
The NYISO market
Similar to the PJM market, in the NYISO market, capacity payments are made as part of
a centralized capacity purchase mechanism. The NYISO market has a number of sub-markets, which may have different capacity requirements
as a function of local supply and demand and transmission capacities. NYISO holds seasonal auctions every spring for the coming summer
(May to October), and in the fall for the coming winter (November to April). In addition, monthly supplementary auctions are held for
the unsold capacity in the seasonal auctions. The power plants are permitted to guarantee the capacity tariffs in the seasonal and monthly
auctions or through bilateral sales.
Below are the capacity prices set in the seasonal auctions held in the NYISO market.
The capacity prices rose compared with prior periods due to exit from the system of power plants and an anticipated increase in demand
(prices are denominated in USD for megawatt per month).
|
Sub-zone
|
CPV power
plants
|
Winter
2024/2025
|
Summer
2024
|
Winter
2023/2024
|
|||||||||||
|
NYISO Rest of the Market
|
-
|
66.30
|
168.91
|
127.25
|
|||||||||||
|
Lower Hudson Valley
|
Valley
|
66.30
|
168.91
|
128.90
|
|||||||||||
Source: NYISO.
The decline in the capacity prices in the winter of 2024/2025 in the NYISO market stems
from relatively stable demand for electricity over the past years, mainly against the background of a slower than expected recovery from
the Coronavirus, along with an increase in renewable energy and an improvement of the energy costs.
The Valley power plant is located in Area G (Lower Hudson Valley) and the actual capacity
prices for the Valley power plants are impacted by the seasonal auctions, the monthly auctions and the SPOT prices, with variable capacity
prices every month, as well as bilateral agreements with energy suppliers in the market.
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The ISO-NE market
Similar to the PJM market, in the ISO NE market capacity payments are made as part of
a central mechanism for acquisition of capacity. In the ISO NE market, there are a number of submarkets, in which capacity requirements
differ as a function of local supply and demand and transport capacity. ISO NE executes forward auctions for a period of one year, commencing
from June 1, three years from the year of the tender. In addition, there are supplementary monthly and annual auctions for the balance
of the capacity not sold in the forward auctions. The Towantic power plant is located in the Mass Hub sub-market. The power plants are
permitted to guarantee the capacity payments in the forward auctions, the supplementary auctions or through bilateral sales. Set forth
below are the capacity payments determined in the sub regions that are relevant to the Towantic power plant (the prices are denominated
in dollars per megawatt per day):
|
Sub-area
|
CPV power plants
|
2027/2028
|
2026/2027
|
2025/2026
|
||||||||||
|
ISO-NE Rest of the market
|
Towantic
|
117.70
|
85.15
|
85.15
|
The actual capacity payments for the Towantic power plant are impacted by forward auctions,
supplemental annual auctions, monthly auctions with variable capacity prices in every month and bilateral agreements with the energy suppliers
in the market.
Hedging
In general, with the current generation mix of less efficient units compared to those
of CPV, the higher the gas prices—the higher the marginal energy prices, of the CPV Group facilities (the effect may vary between
different projects due to their characteristics and location). This effect may be partially or fully offset by hedging plans in respect
of some of the electricity and capacity margins, with the aim of moderating the volatility in the commodities market in general and the
energy and natural gas prices in particular. During 2023 and 2024, hedging agreements and future sale agreements were in place for the
Energy Transition power plants, in accordance with the CPV Group's electricity margin hedging policy, which is generally up to 50% of
the expected production volume (the actual hedging rate may vary).
Forward Capacity Obligations
ISOs’ and RTO’s capacity markets (including PJM) include “bonuses”
and “penalties” imposed based on operating performance of the facilities during pre-defined emergency events. If a facility
is unavailable during the emergency event, penalties could have a material negative financial impact to the project.
Increase in Stakes in Maryland and Shore; Investment in CPV Renewables
In October 2024, CPV Group completed an acquisition of an additional 25% interest in
the Maryland power plant. In December 2024, CPV Group acquired an additional 25% interest in Maryland and an additional 31% interest
in the Shore power plants. As a result of these acquisitions, as of December 31, 2024, CPV Group held approximately 69% in
Shore and approximately 75% in Maryland. In February 2025, CPV entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an additional
20% interest in Shore, and now holds approximately 90% of Shore. As part of these transactions, the total investment commitments for the
investors of CPV Group were increased and shareholders’ loans to the CPV Group, in the amount of approximately $220 million, such
that subject to investment of the full amount of the commitments, OPC’s holdings in CPV Group will be about 70.7%.
In August 2024, CPV Group signed investment agreements with Harrison Street, in the
aggregate amount of $300 million in CPV Renewables, in exchange for 33.3% of the ordinary rights in CPV’s renewable energy activities,
based on a value “before the money” of $600 million. In November 2024, the transaction was completed with $200 million of
the $300 million investment funded. As a result of this investment, OPC will cease to consolidate CPV Renewables. For further details
about the investment in CPV Renewables, please see “
Item 4.B. Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s
Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—United States—Description of CPV operations—Equity Investment in
CPV Renewables
.”
Change in the U.S. President in the U.S.
The recent policy changes stemming from entry into office of the new Trump government
has created uncertainty along with opportunities in the energy sector in the U.S. Since January 2025, President Trump has issued executive
orders promoting the production of fossil fuels, including with respect to natural gas and LNG and reduction of government support in
the area of renewable energies relating to, among other things, off shore wind. In addition, the Trump administration has suspended plans
for Federal funding of clean energy and Federal licensing processes for wind projects. The CPV Group has indicated that it believes these
executive orders do not have a significant impact on the activities of the CPV Group in the renewable energy area, and they may have a
favorable impact on the business environment and the overall sentiment in the area of natural gas. Furthermore, President Trump has imposed
tariffs or has announced the intention to impose tariffs on imports from certain countries, in such a manner that could impact equipment
costs (both in respect of renewable energy projects and natural gas projects) and trigger disruptions in the supply chain and, ultimately,
lead to an increase in the construction costs of projects.
At this early stage there is no certainty regarding the manner of their application
and/or impact on the CPV Group (which could be different than the above mentioned expectations).
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Macroeconomic, security and geopolitical conditions in the countries
of operation
Israel
The state of the Israeli economy may impact the demand for energy, the financial position
of OPC’s customers, as well as capacity and finance costs, which in turn could impact OPC’s activities and results. An economic
downturn in Israel and a possible unfavorable impact on the economy or business sector could cause, among other things, a decrease in
the demand for energy sold by OPC, on the activity of OPC’s consumers, as well as on the availability and cost of financing to OPC.
The political and security situation in the State of Israel may impact OPC’s activities
in Israel. A deterioration of the political and security situation in Israel may have an adverse effect on the economic conditions, cause
difficulties with respect to OPC’s operations and damage to its assets in Israel. Security and political events, such as war or
an act of terror, could cause damage to the facilities used by OPC, including damage to the facilities of the power plants, construction
of the power plants and additional projects, IT systems, shortage of foreign manpower and experts, damage to the system for transmission
of natural gas to the power plants and the grid, damage to OPC’s material suppliers (such as natural gas suppliers) or material
customers, thereby adversely affecting the continuous supply of electricity to customers, as well as OPC’s financial resilience
and its ability to comply with its financing agreements and fulfill its commitments. In addition, political instability or public instability
in Israel, including against the backdrop of measures taken by the government in connection with the Israeli judiciary, may also have
an adverse effect on economic stability, the capital market and business sector in Israel, and consequently, on OPC's operating results,
the availability of financing to OPC and the cost of such financing.
On October 7, 2023 the Iron Swords War broke out (the “War”) in Israel.
During 2024, the intensity of combat and security tensions escalated on other fronts as well, especially in northern Israel, against Hezbollah
and against Iran and the Houthis in Yemen. Ceasefire agreements have been signed in the northern front and in Gaza; however, the security
instability and risk of the War reigniting remain in the area. The War led to consequences and restrictions which affected the Israeli
economy, including, a decline in business activity, extensive recruitment of reservists, restrictions on gatherings in workplaces and
public spaces, restrictions on the activity of the education system and air traffic disruptions. Most of the restrictions have need
removed, but depending on the security situation in Israel and in the relevant conflict zones, such restrictions may be imposed in view
of the significant instability in the region.
During 2024 and thereafter, the War has had impacts including disruption to marine shipping
routes due to attacks on merchant and shipping vessels and considerably less flights by foreign airlines to and from Israel. These effects
have had and may have, from time to time, an adverse effect on the arrival of equipment and foreign personnel to Israel (including personnel
and equipment required to carry out maintenance and construction work in OPC’s sites in Israel) and the arrival times. Furthermore,
the War may affect Israel’s foreign relations, which may also affect the economic situation in the country. These events involve
significant uncertainty and may adversely affect the macroeconomic environment, including the robustness of the Israeli economy. The War’s
potential effects, including events such as Iran’s attacks on Israel and attacks by hostile organizations in Yemen, might have an
adverse effect on the availability of insurance policies to cover OPC’s assets in Israel in respect of war and terrorism risks,
or on the terms of engagement in such policies. If the security situation deteriorates, it may have an adverse effect on OPC’s activities
in Israel, activities of OPC's customers and suppliers in Israel (including physical damage or reduction of activity), as well as adversely
affect OPC's operating results, the availability and cost of capital and sources of financing required by OPC, mainly for the purpose
of supporting its continued business growth.
During the War, OPC's power plants in Israel continued to generate electricity.
As in the case of most business and private activities in Israel, OPC’s sites may be exposed to physical damage due to the War;
and OPC’s companies in Israel (Rotem, Hadera, Gat and Zomet) have obtained insurance coverage for direct physical damage and consequential
damage (direct loss of profits or due to war damage to other material parties, such as suppliers, subject to certain conditions) resulting
from terror acts and war. These policies are valid through the end of May 2025.
OPC’s power plants in Israel purchase sufficient natural gas to meet all of their
operational needs. OPC companies in Israel engage in long-term natural gas purchase agreements both with Tamar and with Energean. The
continued operation of the gas reservoirs may be affected by a deterioration in Israel’s security situation. In addition, since
the outbreak of the War there has been no material change in the Group's natural gas costs compared to pre-War levels. However,
a shortage of, or disruption in the supply of, natural gas shortage from the Karish Reservoir may have a material adverse effect on OPC’s
natural gas costs.
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In general, the War did not have a significant impact on the level of demand for electricity
by Group's consumers in Israel. However, OPC’s customers have facilities in Israel which may be exposed to physical damage or to
economic and other effects of the War, and their continued normal activity (and accordingly OPC's revenues therefrom) may also be adversely
affected by the War.
The downgrade of Israel's credit rating and, accordingly, the downgrade of Israeli banks'
credit rating may affect the terms and availability of credit or guarantee facilities to be used in the Group’s activity. In light
of the above, in appropriate conditions and in accordance with business needs, OPC may look into raising debt and/or capital in order
to mitigate the potential effects.
There is significant uncertainty as to the security situation in Israel. There is also
significant uncertainty as to the impact of the War on macroeconomic and financial factors in Israel, including the Israeli capital market.
United States
The economic situation across the world and specifically in the U.S. market may impact
the demand for energy and energy prices (in particular, natural gas and electricity) in the U.S. which, in turn, could impact the CPV
Group’s activities and results. In addition, the political situation in the U.S., and changes therein, at the federal and state
levels - including following the 2024 elections and a new administration in the U.S. - may affect the applicable regulation, regulators’
policies and energy industry or economic reforms in the U.S. Changes to the tariff policy applicable to the importation of raw materials
and products to the US may affect the costs of equipment required for the CPV Group projects.
Changes in tariff policies applicable to the importation of raw materials and products
to the U.S. may be significant for CPV Group’s activity, especially an increase in tariffs on the importation of equipment for electricity
generation projects from outside the U.S., which may increase the cost of equipment used in construction and development projects. The
Trump administration announced a number of measures which may affect the U.S. market and regulation in general, including in the energy
sector.
Availability and cost of financing
Generally, OPC’s activity in Israel is financed through project financing, credit
facilities from banks and financial institutions and through its own capital. Changes in the cost of financing and its availability and
the amount of credit available in the bank and non-bank systems affect OPC’s operations as well as the energy sector and its profitability.
An economic downturn in Israel and around the world, or a decline in the scope in the economic activity might impact the availability
and costs of credit in the market, and accordingly have an adverse effect on OPC’s liquidity, projects’ profitability, the
ability to realize the growth strategy, etc. The Israeli capital markets are also a source for raising funds to finance and expand OPC’s
business activity, by issuing debentures and raising capital, and accordingly –OPC is affected by changes and accessibility to the
capital market, by macroeconomic and other factors that affect the liquidity of the capital market as a whole, and by the energy sector
in particular.
OPC completed debt refinancings in Israel and the United States in 2024.
Israel
. In August 2024, OPC Holdings Israel
entered into two bank financing agreements, for an aggregate amount of NIS 1.65 billion ($452 million), the proceeds of which were used
mainly for early repayment of the project financing of the Zomet and Gat power plants. In February 2025, OPC Israel signed an additional
bank financing agreement in the aggregate amount of NIS 300 million ($82 million), on similar terms.
United States
. During 2024 and in February 2025,
debt refinancings were completed for Towantic, Fairview and Shore. In September 2024 and February 2025, interest rate repricings (interest
rate reductions) were completed for Maryland and Fairview.
Changes in the CPI and changes in interest rates
A portion of the liabilities of OPC and of its subsidiaries is linked to the CPI, including
OPC’s debentures (Series B), and some of the loans of Hadera are linked to the CPI, such that changes in the CPI impact OPC’s
finance expenses and its outstanding debt. Changes in the CPI may affect OPC in other aspects as well.
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During 2024, the Israeli Consumer Price Index increased by approximately 3.4% and the
US Consumer Price Index increased by approximately 2.7%. Set forth below is data with reference to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Israel
and in the U.S. the interest rates of Bank of Israel and the interest rates of the Federal Reserve in United States:
|
Bank of
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Israel
|
Federal
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Israeli
|
U.S.
|
Interest
|
interest
|
|||||||||||||
|
CPI
|
CPI
|
Rate
|
rate
|
|||||||||||||
|
On March 6, 2025
|
115.4
|
317.6
|
4.5
|
%
|
4.25%–4.50
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
On December 31, 2024
|
115.1
|
315.5
|
4.5
|
%
|
4.25%–4.50
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
On September 30, 2024
|
115.2
|
314.8
|
4.5
|
%
|
4.75%–5.00
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
On December 31, 2023
|
111.3
|
307.1
|
4.75
|
%
|
5.25%–5.50
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
On September 30, 2023
|
111.2
|
307.0
|
4.75
|
%
|
5.25%–5.50
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
On December 31, 2022
|
107.7
|
297.7
|
3.25
|
%
|
4.25%–4.50
|
%
|
||||||||||
|
Change in 2024
|
3.4
|
%
|
2.7
|
%
|
(0.25
|
)%
|
(1
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Change in 2023
|
3.3
|
%
|
3.1
|
%
|
1.5
|
%
|
1
|
%
|
||||||||
|
Change in the fourth quarter of 2024
|
(0.1
|
)%
|
0.2
|
%
|
0
|
%
|
(0.50
|
)%
|
||||||||
|
Change in the fourth quarter of 2023
|
0.1
|
%
|
0.1
|
%
|
0
|
%
|
0.25
|
%
|
||||||||
As of December 31, 2024, OPC has derivatives, intended to hedge some of the risks related
to changes in the Consumer Price Index in connection with the Hadera loans, that are partly linked to the Consumer Price Index, and that
OPC chose to designate as accounting hedging.
In addition, OPC is generally exposed to changes in the CPI, directly and indirectly,
mainly due to linkage of a significant part of its revenues to the generation component (which is impacted partly by a change in the CPI),
and due to the fact the most of its capacity revenues are linked to the CPI. On the other hand, purchases of the natural gas are partly
linked to the generation tariff and include, as stated, floor prices. Therefore, the structure of OPC’s activities in Israel includes
a partial natural (intrinsic) hedge—despite the fact that an increase in the CPI increases OPC’s costs (including financing
costs) and investments, the structure of the revenues should reduce the exposure, such that OPC’s profits could be positively affected
by an increase in the CPI.
OPC has loans and liabilities bearing variable interest that are based on prime or SOFR
plus a margin. An increase in the variable interest rates could cause an increase in OPC’s financing costs. In addition, an increase
in the interest rates could trigger an increase in the financing costs in respect of new debt taken out by OPC (for purposes of refinancing
and/or growth). Furthermore, an increase in the interest rates could impact the discount rates for projects (operating, under construction
and in development) and could also lead to a lack of economic feasibility of continued development and/or acquisition of projects and
a slowdown in OPC’s growth processes, along with changes in the fair value of assets, particularly the existence of signs of impairment
of value of assets and/or recording of impairment losses in the financial statements. For example, Zomet’s loans bear variable interest
such that a change in the interest rate will impact Zomet’s finance expenses and its outstanding debt after the commercial operation
date. Until Zomet’s commercial operation date, the finance expenses have been capitalized.
In order to reduce the exposure to changes in the interest rates in Israel, OPC makes
use of mix of loans (including credit facilities) and debentures in such a manner that part of the loans and the debentures bear fixed
interest and part of them bear variable interest.
Loans in connection with the active projects and a project under construction in the
U.S. bear interest based on variable interest (mainly SOFR) and have exposure to changes in interest rates. CPV Group enters into hedge
transactions in respect of the interest rates; however, those transactions do not fully mitigate the exposure.
Regulation
Electricity and energy activities are regulated and supervised by the relevant regulators
and affected by government policies. Various legislative and regulatory processes in the countries OPC operates have a significant impact
on OPC’s operations and results. In Israel, OPC’s results are depend significantly on the generation component determined
by the EA, and OPC’s activity in this field is affected by the provisions of the law relevant to this field, including the resolutions
of the EA. The operations of the CPV Group in the electricity generation area in the U.S. (including using renewable energy and natural
gas) are subject to the provisions of the U.S. law, to compliance with the terms and conditions of the licenses granted to CPV’s
projects and power plants, to obtaining approvals, and to local, state and federal regulatory arrangements. In addition, regulatory processes
affect the electrical grid and natural gas infrastructure (including connection to infrastructures and the grid). In recent years, regulators
in markets in which OPC operates have been developing incentives for renewable energy; however, change of administration in the U.S. has
led to political and regulatory changes in the energy sector and in the country’s economy including the publication of administrative
ordinances, policy changes and new reforms, which may affect the projects under development and the competition in OPC’s business
environment. Changes in regulation, in the policies of governments and regulators or their approach to the interpretation of regulation
may have different effects on the power plants owned by the Group or on the power plants that the Group intends to develop as well as
on the viability in the construction of new power plants. Regulatory arrangements may also affect the field of electricity supply and
the competition in this field. In 2024, regulatory changes in the field of electricity supply activity took place in Israel. Furthermore,
the Group’s activities in Israel and the U.S. are subject to and affected by legislation and regulation aimed at increasing environmental
protection and mitigating damage from environmental hazards, including reducing emissions.
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ZIM
Kenon had no equity interest in ZIM as of December 31, 2024. Kenon held a 20.7% interest
in ZIM as of January 1, 2024, and sold its entire remaining interest in ZIM over the course of 2024. ZIM’s results of operations
for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are reflected in Kenon’s share in losses/(profit) of associated companies, net of
tax, pursuant to the equity method of accounting.
Adjusted EBITDA
after proportionate
consolidation
We present Adjusted EBITDA after proportionate consolidation for OPC. This is
a non-IFRS financial measures, and are defined in this report where these figures are presented.
We present Adjusted EBITDA after proportionate consolidation of OPC in this annual report
because this is a key measure used by OPC to evaluate their operating performance. Accordingly, we believe that Adjusted EBITDA after
proportionate consolidation of OPC provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating the operating results
of our businesses and comparing such operating results between periods on a consistent basis, in the same manner as our businesses.
Adoption of New Accounting Standards in 2024
For information on the impact of the adoption of new accounting standards, see Note
3 to our financial statements included in this annual report.
Sales of ZIM shares
In March 2022, Kenon sold approximately 6 million ZIM shares for total consideration
of approximately $463 million. As a result of the sale, Kenon recognized a gain on sale of approximately $205 million in its consolidated
financial statements.
In June 2024, Kenon sold 5 million shares in ZIM for net proceeds of $111 million, and
had entered into a collar transaction with a bank relating to an additional 5 million ZIM shares owned by Kenon.
In November 2024, Kenon terminated the collar transaction that it had entered into with
a bank relating to 5 million ZIM shares previously owned by Kenon and had entered into a cash settled capped call transaction with respect
to 5 million ZIM shares. As a result of the termination of the collar, the 5 million shares that were subject to the collar were sold
to the bank with which Kenon entered into the collar, and Kenon received cash proceeds (minus the cost of the cash settled capped call
transaction) of $96 million (including additional proceeds subsequently received pursuant to the terms of the cash settled capped call
transaction). The cash settled capped call transaction, which expires approximately 18 months from now, enables Kenon to retain exposure
to potential upside in ZIM’s shares above the call price, up to the cap, and will be cash settled.
In December 2024, Kenon sold its remaining shares in ZIM in multiple transactions for
total consideration of $178 million and received dividends of $47 million (net of tax) prior to the sale of such shares.
As a result of the foregoing, Kenon no longer holds any shares in ZIM, and retains potential
upside with respect to approximately 4.2% of the outstanding ZIM shares pursuant to the terms of the cash settled capped call transaction.
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Recent Developments
Kenon
Dividend
In April 2025, Kenon announced a dividend of approximately $250 million ($4.80 per share)
relating to the year ending December 31, 2025, payable in April 2025.
OPC
Shore
During the first quarter of 2025, CPV entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an
additional 20% interest in Shore, and now holds approximately 90% of Shore.
| A. |
Operating Results
|
Our consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023
are comprised of OPC, and the results of our associated companies.
For a comparison of Kenon’s operating results for the fiscal year ended December
31, 2023 with the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, please see Item 5.A of Kenon’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 2023.
Kenon’s consolidated results of operations from its operating companies essentially
comprise the consolidated results of OPC. Our share of the results of ZIM (and CPV’s associated companies) is reflected under results
from associated companies.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to Year Ended December 31,
2023
The following tables set forth summary information regarding our operating segment results
for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
|
|
Year Ended December 31, 2024
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
|
OPC Israel
|
CPV
|
ZIM
|
Other
(1)
|
Consolidated Results
|
|||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
(in millions of USD, unless otherwise indicated)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
625
|
126
|
—
|
—
|
751
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
446
|
76
|
—
|
—
|
522
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
(70
|
)
|
(23
|
)
|
—
|
—
|
(93
|
)
|
||||||||||||
|
Financing income
|
17
|
6
|
—
|
24
|
47
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
(76
|
)
|
(29
|
)
|
—
|
(10
|
)
|
(115
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Share in profit of associated companies
|
—
|
45
|
—
|
—
|
45
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Profit / (Loss) before taxes
|
(14
|
)
|
104
|
—
|
3
|
93
|
||||||||||||||
|
Income tax (expense)/benefit
|
(15
|
)
|
(22
|
)
|
—
|
(4
|
)
|
(41
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
(Loss) / Profit from continuing operations
|
(29
|
)
|
82
|
—
|
(1
|
)
|
52
|
|||||||||||||
|
Profit from divestment of ZIM
|
—
|
—
|
581
|
—
|
581
|
|||||||||||||||
|
(Loss) / Profit for the year
|
(29
|
)
|
82
|
581
|
(1
|
)
|
633
|
|||||||||||||
|
Segment assets
(2)
|
1,585
|
266
|
—
|
903
|
2,754
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in associated companies
|
—
|
1,459
|
—
|
—
|
1,459
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
1,350
|
198
|
—
|
4
|
1,552
|
|||||||||||||||
| (1) |
Includes the results of Kenon’s, Qoros’ and IC Power’s holding company (including assets and liabilities) and general
and administrative expenses.
|
| (2) |
Excludes investments in associates.
|
121
|
|
Year Ended December 31, 2023
|
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|
|
OPC Israel
|
CPV
|
ZIM
|
Other
(1)
|
Consolidated Results
|
|||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
(in millions of USD, unless otherwise indicated)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
619
|
73
|
—
|
—
|
692
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
453
|
41
|
—
|
—
|
494
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
(66
|
)
|
(25
|
)
|
—
|
—
|
(91
|
)
|
||||||||||||
|
Financing income
|
6
|
6
|
—
|
27
|
39
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
(48
|
)
|
(17
|
)
|
—
|
(1
|
)
|
(66
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Share in profit of associated companies
|
—
|
66
|
—
|
—
|
66
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Profit before taxes
|
49
|
17
|
—
|
15
|
81
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Income tax expense
|
(14
|
)
|
(5
|
)
|
—
|
(6
|
)
|
(25
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Profit from continuing operations
|
35
|
12
|
—
|
9
|
56
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Loss from divestment of ZIM
|
—
|
—
|
(267
|
)
|
—
|
(267
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Profit / (Loss) for the year
|
35
|
12
|
(267
|
)
|
9
|
(211
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Segment assets
(2)
|
1,673
|
1,103
|
—
|
629
|
3,405
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in associated companies
|
—
|
703
|
—
|
—
|
703
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
1,423
|
610
|
—
|
5
|
2,038
|
|||||||||||||||
| (1) |
Includes the results of Kenon’s, Qoros’ and IC Power’s holding company (including assets and liabilities) and general
and administrative expenses.
|
| (2) |
Excludes investments in associates.
|
Currency fluctuations in the USD/NIS exchange rate on the translation of OPC’s
results from NIS into USD had an impact on the results of 2024 versus 2023 discussed below.
Revenues
The table below sets forth OPC’s revenue for 2024 and 2023, broken down by country.
|
|
For the year ended
December 31, |
|||||||
|
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
|
$ millions
|
|||||||
|
Israel
|
625
|
619
|
||||||
|
U.S.
|
126
|
73
|
||||||
|
Total
|
751
|
692
|
||||||
OPC’s revenue increased by $59 million to $751 million for the year ended December
31, 2024 from $692 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Excluding the impact of translating OPC’s revenue from NIS
to USD (using an average exchange rate of $0.2703:NIS 1), OPC’s revenue increased by $61 million in 2024 as compared to 2023. Set
forth below is a discussion of significant changes in revenue between 2024 and 2023.
Set forth below is a discussion of changes in the key components in revenue for 2024
as compared to 2023.
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OPC’s revenue from the sale of electricity to private customers is derived from
electricity sold at the generation component tariffs, as published by the EA, with some discount. Accordingly, changes in the generation
component tariffs generally affect the prices paid under power purchase agreements by customers of Rotem and Hadera. The weighted-average
generation component tariff in 2024 was NIS 30.10 per KW hour, which is approximately 1.4% lower than the weighted-average generation
component tariff in 2023 of NIS 30.53 per KW hour.
|
|
• |
Revenue from sale of energy to the System Operator and to other suppliers
– Increased
by $12 million in 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of a full year consolidation of results from the commencement of commercial
operations of Zomet power plant as compared to partial consolidation of results from Q2 2023;
|
|
|
• |
Revenue from capacity payments
– Increased by $30 million in 2024 as compared to 2023
primarily as a result of a full year consolidation of results from the commencement of commercial operations of Zomet power plant as compared
to partial consolidation of results from Q2 2023;
|
|
|
• |
Revenue from sale of electricity from renewable energy
– Increased by $16 million in
2024 as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of (i) consolidation of results from Mountain Wind project from Q2 2023 and (ii) commercial
operation of Maple Hill and Stagecoach projects from Q4 2023 and Q2 2024, respectively, partially offset by the deconsolidation of results
CPV Renewables from November 2024; and
|
|
|
• |
Revenue from sale of retail activities and others
– Increased by $38 million
in 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of increase in scope of services; partially offset by:
|
Other revenue
– Decreased by $10 million
in 2024 as compared to 2023, primarily due to revenue generated prior to the commencement of commercial operations of Zomet power plant
in Q2 2023.
Cost of Sales and Services (excluding Depreciation and Amortization)
OPC’s cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization) increased by $28
million from 2023 to 2024. Excluding the impact of translating OPC’s cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization) from
NIS to USD (using an average exchange rate of $0.2703:NIS 1), OPC’s cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization) increased
by $7 million in 2024 as compared to 2023. The following table sets forth OPC’s cost of sales for 2024 and 2023.
|
|
For the year ended
December 31, |
|||||||
|
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
|
$ millions
|
|||||||
|
Israel
|
446
|
453
|
||||||
|
U.S.
|
76
|
41
|
||||||
|
Total
|
522
|
494
|
||||||
Set forth below is a discussion of significant changes in cost of sales between 2024
and 2023.
|
|
• |
Expenses for acquisition of energy –
Increased by $4 million in 2024 as compared to
2023 primarily due to maintenance work carried out at Rotem power plant and Gat power plant in the first half of 2024 and the second half
of 2024, respectively;
|
|
|
• |
Expenses for cost of transmission of gas and operating expenses –
Increased by $13
million in 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of a full year consolidation of results from the commencement of commercial
operations of Zomet power plant and Gat power plant in 2024 as compared to partial consolidation of results from Q2 2023, respectively;
|
|
|
• |
Expenses for sale of electricity from renewable energy
– Increased by $3 million in
in 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of (i) consolidation of results from Mountain Wind project from Q2 2023 and (ii) commercial
operations of Maple Hill and Stagecoach projects from Q4 2023 and Q2 2024, respectively, partially offset by the deconsolidation of results
CPV Renewables from November 2024; and
|
|
|
• |
Revenue from sale of retail activities and others
– Increased by $32 million in 2024
as compared to 2023 primarily as a result of increase in scope of services; partially offset by:
|
|
|
• |
Other expenses –
Decreased by $13 million in 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily due
to costs associated to Zomet power plant incurred prior to the commencement of commercial operations of Zomet power plant in Q2 2023.
|
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Depreciation and Amortization
Our depreciation and amortization expenses (representing OPC’s depreciation and
amortization expenses) increased by $2 million to $93 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 from $91 million for the year ended
December 31, 2023.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Our selling, general and administrative expenses consist of payroll and related expenses,
depreciation and amortization, and other expenses. Our selling, general and administrative expenses (excluding depreciation and amortization)
increased to $97 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $86 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
OPC’s selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $10 million, or
14%, to $83 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 from $73 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Financing Expenses, Net
Our financing expenses, net, increased by $41 million to $68 million for the year ended
December 31, 2024, as compared to $27 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
OPC’s financing expenses, net increased by approximately $29 million to $82 million
in 2024 from $53 million in 2023, primarily due to (i) an increase in interest expense relating to loans for Zomet power plant and Gat
power plant of $11 million and $2 million, respectively, and (ii) an increase in interest expense from financing of renewable energy projects
and tax equity agreements in the U.S. prior to deconsolidation of CPV Renewables of $7 million and $4 million respectively.
Share in Profit/(Losses) of Associated Companies, Net of Tax
Our share in profit of associated companies, net of tax decreased to approximately $45
million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to share of profit of associated companies, net of tax of approximately $66 million
for the year ended December 31, 2023. Set forth below is a discussion of losses/(profit) for our associated companies, net of tax.
ZIM
As a result of the completion of the sale of ZIM in December 2024, Kenon recognized
a gain on sale of approximately $486 million in its consolidated financial statements and ZIM ceased to be an associate of the Group.
The net impact on profit/(loss) are reflected as part of results from divestment of ZIM for the year.
In the cash flow statement, the net proceeds from divestment of ZIM are disclosed in
a separate caption “Dividends received from associated companies, net” under operating cash flows and “Proceeds from
sales of interest in ZIM” under investing cash flows. There were no assets recognized attributable to ZIM in 2024 and 2023.
CPV
Kenon’s share of results in CPV’s associated companies was a profit of approximately
$45 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to approximately $66 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The table
below sets forth OPC’s share of profit of associated companies, net, which consists of the six operating plants in which CPV has
interests, which are accounted for as associated companies.
|
|
Year Ended December 31,
|
|||||||
|
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
|
(in millions of USD
)
|
|||||||
|
Share in profits of associated companies, net
|
45
|
66
|
||||||
As at December 31, 2024, OPC’s proportionate share of net debt (including interest
payable) of CPV associated companies was approximately $1,203 million.
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For further details of the performance of associated companies of CPV, refer to OPC’s
immediate report published on the TASE on March 12, 2025 and the convenience English translations furnished by Kenon on Form 6-K on March
12, 2025. Such report published on the TASE is not incorporated by reference herein.
Income Tax Expense
Our income tax expense for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $41 million, compared
to $25 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Profit/(loss) For the Year from continuing operations
As a result of the above, our profit for the year from continuing operations amounted
to $52 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a profit for the year from continuing operations of $56 million for the
year ended December 31, 2023.
| B. |
Liquidity and Capital Resources
|
Kenon’s Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of December 31, 2024, Kenon had approximately $894 million in cash on a stand-alone
basis and no material debt. Kenon’s stand-alone cash position includes cash and cash equivalents and other treasury management
instruments. Kenon seeks to generate attractive returns on its cash and cash equivalents, and seeks to use treasury products with credit
ratings that are at least rated investment grade.
Kenon’s sources of liquidity include dividends from and sales of interests in
its subsidiaries and associated companies. Accordingly, the dividend policies of and dividends paid by ZIM and OPC impact Kenon’s
liquidity.
ZIM Dividends
Set forth below is a summary of dividends
received from ZIM in 2023 and 2024.
In November 2024, ZIM’s board of directors approved a cash dividend for Q3 2024
of approximately $340 million, or $2.81 per ordinary share and a special dividend of approximately $100 million, or $0.84 per share to
ZIM’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading as of December 2, 2024, for payment on December 9, 2024. Kenon received
$50 million, net of tax, in December 2024.
In August 2024, ZIM’s board of directors approved a cash distribution for Q2 2024
of approximately $112 million, or $0.93 per ordinary share, to ZIM’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading as of August
29, 2024, for payment on September 5, 2024. Kenon received $14 million, net of tax, in September 2024.
In May 2024, ZIM’s board of directors approved a cash distribution for Q1 2024
of approximately $28 million, or $0.23 per ordinary share, to ZIM’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on June 4,
2024. Kenon received $5 million, net of tax, in June 2024.
On March 13, 2023, ZIM’s board of directors approved a cash distribution for Q4
2022 of approximately $769 million, or $6.40 per ordinary share, to ZIM’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on March
24, 2023. Kenon received $159 million ($151 million net of tax) as cash dividends from ZIM in April 2023.
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OPC Dividends
In 2023 and 2024, OPC did not pay dividends to its shareholders. According to OPC’s
dividend policy, a dividend will be distributed that is equal to at least 50% of OPC’s after-tax net income in the calendar year
preceding the dividend distribution date. However, OPC has announced that in light of the growth strategy and expansion of operations
targets adopted by OPC as well as the need to maintain OPC’s financial strength and adequate leveraging ratios, and noting the economic
environment in which OPC operates, in March 2024, the board of OPC made a decision to suspend OPC’s dividend distribution policy
(adopted in 2017) for a period of two years from the decision date. OPC announced that at the end of the suspension period, OPC's board
will reconsider the applicability of the dividend distribution policy. OPC’s board has the power to assess and change this resolution
at any time, and/or to decide the distribution of dividends, taking into account, among other things, relevant circumstances, provisions
of law and the above considerations, all as OPC’s board will deem appropriate at its discretion. The financing arrangements of OPC’s
group companies (including CPV) include restrictions on distributions by OPC’s investees.
Dividends Paid by Kenon
Set forth below is a summary of dividends paid by Kenon since 2022.
In 2022, we distributed approximately $552 million to shareholders ($10.25 per share).
In 2023, we paid a dividend of approximately $150 million ($2.79 per share).
In 2024, we paid a dividend of approximately $200 million ($3.80 per share).
In April 2025, we announced a dividend of approximately $250 million ($4.80 per share)
relating to the year ending December 31, 2025 payable in April 2025.
Share Repurchase Plan
In March 2023, Kenon’s board of directors authorized the Repurchase Plan of up
to $50 million. In September 2024, Kenon’s board of directors increased the size of the Repurchase Plan to up to $60 million and
announced a share repurchase mandate under the plan of up to $30 million through the end of March 2025. Through March 31, 2025,
Kenon repurchased approximately 1.8 million shares for approximately $48 million under the Repurchase Plan. Repurchases under the Repurchase
Plan are subject to the authority of the share purchase authorization which was renewed by shareholders at the 2024 AGM and which will,
continue in force until the earlier of the date of the 2025 AGM or the date by which the 2025 AGM is required by law to be held. At this
meeting, we intend to seek authorization to renew such authorization. The Repurchase Plan may be suspended for periods, modified or discontinued
at any time and may not be completed up to the full amount of the Repurchase Plan.
Kenon’s Liquidity Requirements
Kenon’s liquidity requirements include investments in its businesses, including
OPC, and other investments it may make, as well as holding company costs, as well as dividend payments. In 2024, Kenon used cash mainly
for investments in OPC in connection with OPC’s equity capital raise, dividends and administrative expenses.
We believe that Kenon’s working capital (on a stand-alone basis) is sufficient
for its present requirements.
Our principal needs for liquidity are expenses related to our day-to-day operations.
We also require capital for investments that we choose to make in our existing businesses and potentially new acquisitions. For example,
in 2024 and 2022, Kenon made investments in OPC in connection with an equity capital raises by OPC. OPC’s strategy contemplates
continuing development of projects, particularly at CPV, and potentially further acquisitions which will require significant financing,
via equity or debt facilities, to further its development. We may, in furtherance of the development of our businesses, make further investments,
via debt or equity financings, in our businesses and we may make investments in new businesses. See “
Item
4.B—Information on the Company—Business Overview.
”
The cash resources on Kenon’s balance sheet may not be sufficient to fund additional
investments that we deem appropriate in our businesses. As a result, Kenon may seek additional liquidity from its businesses (via dividends,
loans or advances, or the repayment of loans or advances to us, which may be funded by sales of assets or minority interests in our businesses),
or obtain external financing, which may result in dilution of shareholders (in the event of equity financing) or additional debt obligations
for the company (in the event of debt financing).
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Consolidated Cash Flow Statement
Set forth below is a discussion of our cash and cash equivalents and our cash flows
as of and for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to Year Ended December 31,
2023
Cash and cash equivalents increased to approximately $1,016 million for the year ended
December 31, 2024, as compared to approximately $697 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The following table sets forth our
summary cash flows from our operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023:
|
|
Year Ended December 31,
|
|||||||
|
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||
|
|
(in millions of USD
)
|
|||||||
|
Continuing operations
|
||||||||
|
Net cash flows provided by operating activities
|
||||||||
|
OPC
|
207
|
135
|
||||||
|
Other
|
(8
|
)
|
(9
|
)
|
||||
|
Total
|
199
|
126
|
||||||
|
Net cash flows used in investing activities
|
(365
|
)
|
(432
|
)
|
||||
|
Net cash flows (used in)/provided by financing activities
|
(84
|
)
|
324
|
|||||
|
Net cash flows from divestment of ZIM
|
567
|
151
|
||||||
|
Net change in cash from continuing operations
|
250
|
18
|
||||||
|
Net change in cash from divestment of ZIM
|
567
|
151
|
||||||
|
Net change in cash
|
317
|
169
|
||||||
|
Cash—opening balance
|
697
|
535
|
||||||
|
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on balances of cash and cash equivalents
|
2
|
(7
|
)
|
|||||
|
Cash—closing balance
|
1,016
|
697
|
||||||
Cash Flows Provided by Operating Activities
Net cash flows from operating activities increased to $199 million for the year ended
December 31, 2024 compared to $126 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase is primarily driven by the increase in OPC’s
cash provided by operating activities as discussed below.
Cash flows provided by OPC’s operating activities increased to $207 million for
the year ended December 31, 2024 from $135 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily as a result of an increase in cash
basis income, in the amount of approximately $34 million, and an increase in dividends from associated companies in the U.S., in the amount
of approximately $64 million. This is offset by a decrease in tax payments, in the amount of approximately $16 million.
Cash Flows Used in Investing Activities
Net cash flows used in our investing activities decreased to approximately $365 million
for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to cash flows used in investing activities of approximately $432 million for the year ended
December 31, 2023. This decrease in cash flow used was primarily driven by OPC’s acquisitions of new projects in 2023 as discussed
below.
Cash flows used in OPC’s investing activities decreased to $466 million for the
year ended December 31, 2024 from $594 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Most of the decrease in the cash used in investing
activities in the year ended December 31, 2024 stems from the acquisition of the Gat Power Plant, for a consideration of approximately
$151 million, and the Mountain Wind project, for a consideration of approximately $172 million in 2023, offset by the increase in investment
in associates of $201 million in 2024.
Cash Flows Provided by the Financing Activities
Net cash flows used in financing activities of our consolidated businesses was approximately
$84 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to cash flows provided by financing activities of approximately $324 million
for the year ended December 31, 2023. The net outflow in 2024 was primarily due to a cash dividend paid by Kenon, and the decrease in
cash flows provided by OPC’s financing activities, as described below.
Cash flows provided by OPC’s financing activities decreased to $243 million for
the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $503 million used for the year ended December 31, 2023. Most of the decrease in the cash
flows provided by financing activities stems from amounts received in 2023: (1) $129 million, in respect of transaction and investment
with Veridis; and (2) repayment of long term loans and debentures, in the amounts of $168 million. In addition, in 2024, OPC repaid repayment
of long term loans and debentures in the amount of approximately $531 million, net. There was proceeds from issuance of share capital
of $99 million received in 2024.
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Kenon’s Commitments and Obligations
As of December 31, 2024, Kenon had consolidated liabilities of $1.6 billion, primarily
consisting of OPC liabilities.
Other than loans from subsidiaries at the Kenon level, we have no outstanding indebtedness
or financial obligations and are not party to any credit facilities or other committed sources of external financing.
The following discussion sets forth the liquidity and capital resources of OPC.
OPC’s Liquidity and Capital Resources
OPC’s principal sources of liquidity have traditionally consisted of cash flows
from operating activities, short- and long-term borrowings under loan facilities, bond issuances and public and private equity offerings.
OPC’s principal needs for liquidity generally consist of capital expenditures
related to the construction and development of projects (including Hadera, Zomet and other projects OPC may pursue), capital expenditures
relating to maintenance (e.g., maintenance and diesel inventory), working capital requirements (e.g., maintenance costs that extend the
useful life of OPC’s plants) and other operating expenses.
OPC has financed the development of its projects and its acquisitions through equity
and debt financing. Set forth below is an overview of equity issuances from 2019 to 2024 and a description of OPC’s loan facilities
and bonds.
OPC’s Share Issuances from 2019 to 2024
In August 2017, OPC completed an initial public offering in Israel, and a listing on
the TASE, resulting in net proceeds to OPC of approximately $100 million and Kenon retaining 75.8% stake.
In 2021 and 2022, OPC issued new shares in multiple offerings:
In January 2021, OPC issued 10,300,000 ordinary shares (representing approximately 5.5%
of OPC’s issued and outstanding share capital at the time on a fully diluted basis) in a private placement for a total (gross) consideration
of NIS 350 million (approximately $107 million).
In September 2021, OPC issued rights to purchase approximately 13 million OPC shares
to fund the development and expansion of OPC’s activity in the U.S., with investors purchasing approximately 99.7% of the total
shares offered in the rights offering. The gross proceeds from the offering amounted to approximately NIS 329 million (approximately $102
million). Kenon exercised rights for the purchase of approximately 8 million shares for total consideration of approximately NIS 206 million
(approximately $64 million), which included its pro rata share and additional rights it purchased during the rights trading period plus
the cost to purchase these additional rights.
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In July 2022, OPC issued 9,443,800 ordinary shares to the public as part of the shelf
offering. Gross issuance proceeds amounted to NIS 331 million (approximately $94 million). Kenon took part in the issuance and was issued
3,898,000 ordinary shares for a gross amount of NIS 136 million (approximately $39 million).
In September 2022, OPC offered 12,500,000 ordinary shares to qualified investors as
part of private offering. Gross issuance proceeds amounted to NIS 500 million (approximately $141 million).
During 2023, OPC did not issue any shares to the public.
In July 2024, OPC issued 31,250,000 ordinary shares in the offering to qualified investors
at a price of NIS 25.6 per share. Gross proceeds amounted to NIS 800 million (approximately $220 million).
As a result of these share issuances, Kenon’s interest in OPC is 54.5%.
OPC’s Cash and Material Indebtedness
As of December 31, 2024, OPC had cash and cash equivalents of $264 million (excluding
restricted cash), restricted cash of $16 million (including restricted cash used for debt service), and total outstanding consolidated
indebtedness of $1,267 million, consisting of $85 million of short-term indebtedness and $1,182 million of long-term indebtedness.
Israel
OPC Israel has entered into credit facilities with banks (which are used by all OPC
group companies in Israel) for an aggregate amount of approximately $192 million, and other credit facilities for CPV Group for the purpose
of providing guarantees (mainly letters of credit and bank guarantees) amounting to approximately $20 million, to finance the development
activity of CPV Group. Furthermore, OPC provided guarantees in respect of credit facilities provided to CPV Group for the purpose of providing
guarantees and letters of credit at the total amount of approximately $75 million. The undertakings under such agreements include customary
obligations, including restrictions on pledges, compliance with financial ratios and maintaining liquidity in accordance with certain
criteria, cross default provisions, restrictions on the distribution of dividends and payments to shareholders, restrictions on changes
in OPC’s holdings in OPC Israel, changes in control in Hadera, and in OPC’s holdings in Zomet and Rotem, restrictions on debt
incurred by OPC Power Plants (except for immaterial amounts) and others. OPC has debt (comprising its debentures, credit facilities and
project financing) with an aggregate amount of approximately NIS 4.6 billion (approximately $1.3 billion), which is subject to cross-default
provisions.
Furthermore, OPC Israel has entered into non-binding credit facilities (for the use
of all OPC group companies in Israel), which are mainly used for the purpose of letters of credit and bank guarantees (for example, to
the EA, the System Operator, etc.).
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The following table sets forth selected information regarding OPC’s principal
outstanding short-term and long-term debt, as of December 31, 2024 (excluding CPV):
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Outstanding
Principal Amount as of December 31, 2024 *
($ millions)
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Interest Rate
($ millions) |
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Final Maturity
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Amortization Schedule
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Hadera:
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Financing agreement
(1)
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160
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2.4%-3.9%, CPI linked (2/3 of the loan) 3.6%-5.4% (1/3 of the loan)
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September 2037
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Quarterly principal payments to maturity, commencing 6 months following commercial operations of Hadera
power plant
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OPC
4
:
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Bonds (Series B)
(2)(5)
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251
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2.75% (CPI-Linked)
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September 2028
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Semi-annual principal payments commencing on September 30, 2020
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Bonds (Series C)
(3)(5)
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195
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2.5%
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August 2030
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12 semi-annual payments (which repayment amounts vary, and range from 5% up to 16% of the total issued
amount) commencing in February 2024
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Bonds (Series D)
(4)(5)
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53
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6.2%
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2034
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18 unequal semi-annual payments, to be paid on March 25 and September 25 of each of the years 2026 to 2034
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OPC Israel:
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Financing agreement
(6)
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233
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Prime interest plus a spread ranging from 0.3% to 0.4%
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December 2033
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Quarterly installments from March 25, 2025 through December 25, 2033, as follows: 0.5% in every quarter
in 2025; 0.75% in every quarter in 2026; 1% in every quarter in 2027-2029; 5% in every quarter in 2030-2032; 5.75% in every quarter in
2033
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Financing agreement
(6)
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219
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See above
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See above
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See above
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Total
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1,058
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Includes interest payable, net of expenses.
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Represents NIS 585 million converted into USD at the exchange rate for NIS into USD of NIS 3.647 to $1.00. All debt has been
issued in NIS, of which 2/3 is linked to CPI and 1/3 is not linked to CPI.
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| (2) |
In April 2020, OPC completed an offering of NIS 400 million (approximately $ 113 million) of Series B bonds on the TASE, at an annual
interest rate of 2.75%. In October 2020, OPC issued 555,555 units of NIS 1,000 Series B bonds, totaling gross proceeds of NIS 584 million
($ 171 million). The offering was an extension of the existing Series B bonds previously issued by OPC. The proceeds of the additional
Series B issuance were used to redeem Series A bonds (NIS 313 million (approximately $ 86 million)) and in part to fund the CPV acquisition.
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| (3) |
In September 2021, OPC issued Series C debentures at a par value of NIS 851 million (approximately $ 266 million), bearing annual
interest of 2.5%. The Series C bonds are repayable over 12 semi-annual payments (which repayment amounts vary, and range from 5% up to
16% of the total issued amount) commencing in February 2024 with the final payment in August 2030. OPC used the proceeds from the Series
C bonds for the early repayment of project financing debt of Rotem as described below.
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| (4) |
In January 2024, OPC issued Series D debentures totaling NIS 200 million (approximately $53 million),
with the proceeds of the issuance designated for OPC’s needs, including for recycling of an existing financial debt (Series D).
The bonds are listed on the TASE, are not CPI-linked and bear annual interest of 6.2%. The principal and interest for Series D bonds will
be repaid in unequal semi-annual payments (on March 25, and September 25), as set out in the amortization schedule, starting from March
25, 2026 in relation to the principal and September 25, 2024 in relation to interest. This debenture series is not a material loan in
and of itself but it is classified as a loan with a material cross-default condition (including, in some cases, stricter default
events with respect to the Series B and C debentures).
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| (5) |
As of December 31, 2024, the balance of interest payable in respect of the Series B, C and D debentures amounts to approximately
NIS 16 million (approximately $5 million).
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| (6) |
In August 2024, OPC Holdings Israel Ltd (“OPC Israel”) entered into two financing agreements with Bank Hapoalim and Bank
Leumi for loans in aggregate amount of approximately NIS 1.65 billion (approximately $443 million). The loans were used primarily for
early repayment of the existing project financing of the Zomet and Gat power plants in the amounts of approximately NIS 1.14 billion (approximately
$307 million) in respect of Zomet, and approximately NIS 443 million (approximately $119 million) in respect of Gat (in each case including
estimated accrued interest and early repayment fees).
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The debt instruments to which OPC and its operating companies are party to require compliance
with financial covenants. Under each of these debt instruments, the creditor has the right to accelerate the debt or restrict the company
from declaring and paying dividends if, at the relevant testing date, the applicable entity is not in compliance with the defined financial
covenants ratios.
The instruments governing a substantial portion of the indebtedness of OPC operating
companies contain clauses that would prohibit these companies from paying dividends or making other distributions in the event that the
relevant entity was in default on its obligations under the relevant instrument.
For further information on OPC’s financing arrangements, see Note 15 to our financial
statements included in this annual report.
Hadera Financing Agreement
In July 2016, Hadera entered into a NIS 1 billion (approximately $274 million) senior
facility agreement to finance the construction of Hadera’s power plant in Hadera. The Hadera Financing Agreement includes provisions
as are customary in project financing agreements, including provisions regarding certain restrictions on entering into material agreements
and other material actions (including terminating, cancelling or amending such engagements) without the consent of the lenders, involving
agreements of this type and undertakings in connection with guarantees and indemnification as is generally accepted. Pursuant to
the agreement, the lenders undertook to provide Hadera with financing in several facilities, including a term loan facility, a standby
facility, a debt service reserve amount, or DSRA, facility to finance the DSRA deposit, and a guarantee facility to facilitate the issuance
of bank guarantees to be issued to third parties.
The loan is to be repaid in quarterly installments according to repayment schedules
specified in the agreement. The financing matures 18 years after the commencement of repayments in accordance with the provisions of the
agreement which commenced approximately half a year following the commencement of commercial operation of the Hadera plant.
The senior facility agreement is secured by liens over some of Hadera’s existing
and future assets and on certain OPC and Hadera rights, in favor of Israel Discount Bank Ltd., as collateral agent on behalf of the lenders.
The senior facility agreement also contains certain restrictions and limitations, including:
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minimum projected DSCR, average projected DSCR (in relation to long-term loans at the commercial operation date of the power plant)
and LLCR (at the commercial operation date of the power plant): 1.10—on the withdrawal dates the ratio must be at least 1.20;
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maintenance of minimum amounts in the reserve accounts in accordance with the agreement; and
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other non-financial covenants and limitations such as restrictions on dividend distributions, repayments of shareholder loans, asset
sales, pledges investments and incurrence of debt as well as reporting obligations.
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As of December 31, 2024, Hadera has made drawings in the aggregate amount of NIS 585
million (approximately $160 million) under the NIS 1 billion loan agreement.
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OPC Bonds (Series B)
In April 2020, OPC issued NIS 400 million (approximately $113 million) of bonds (Series
B), which were listed on the TASE. The bonds bear annual interest at the rate of 2.75% and are repayable every six months, commencing
on September 30, 2020 (on March 31 and September 30 of every calendar year) through September 30, 2028. In addition, an unequal portion
of principal is repayable every six months. The principal and interest are linked to an increase in the Israeli consumer product index
of March 2020 (as published on April 15, 2020). The bonds have received a rating of A3 from Midroog and A- from SP Global Ratings
Maalot Ltd.
In October 2020, OPC issued NIS 584 million (approximately $171 million) of Series B
bonds. The offering was an extension of the existing Series B bonds previously issued by OPC.
The bonds are unsecured and the trust deed includes limitations on OPC’s ability
to impose a floating lien on its assets and rights in favor of a third party.
The trust deed contains customary clauses for giving bondholders the right to call for
the immediate redemption of the bonds, events of default, including insolvency, liquidation proceedings, receivership, stay of proceedings
and creditors’ arrangements, certain types of restructuring, material downturn in the position of OPC. The bondholders’ right
to call for immediate redemption also arises upon: (i) the occurrence of certain events of loss of control by Kenon; (ii) the call for
immediate repayment of other debts (or guarantees) of OPC or of a consolidated subsidiary in certain predefined minimum amounts; (iii)
a sale of one or more assets of the company which constitutes more than 50% of the value of company’s assets, in less than 12 consecutive
months, or a change in the area of operation of OPC such that OPC’s main area of activity is not in the energy sector, including
electricity generation in power plants and with renewable energy sources; (iv) a rating being discontinued over a certain period of time;
(v) the company breaching its covenant obligations under the deed of trust and executes an extraordinary transaction with the controlling
shareholders (as these terms are defined under the Israeli Companies Law-1999); (vi) the company’s financial reports containing
a going concern notice addressing the company itself, for two consecutive quarters; and (vii) a suspension of trading for a certain time
period if the bonds are listed for trade on the main list of the stock exchange.
The trust deed includes covenants on the basis of OPC’s stand-alone financial
statements: coverage ratio between net financial debt deducting financial debt of projects yet to produce EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA
of no more than 13, minimum equity of NIS 250 million (approximately $69 million) and an equity-to-balance sheet ratio of at least 17%.
The trust deed also includes an undertaking by OPC to monitor the rating by a rating
agency.
Furthermore, restrictions are imposed on distributions and payment of management fees
to the controlling shareholder, including compliance with certain covenants and certain legal restrictions.
The terms of the bonds also provide for the possible raising of the interest rate in
certain cases of lowering the rating and in certain cases of breach of financial covenants. The ability of OPC to expand the series of
the bonds has been limited under certain circumstances, including maintaining the rating of the bonds at its level shortly prior to the
expansion of the series and the lack of breach.
Additionally, should OPC raise additional bonds that are not secured (and as long as
they are not secured), such bonds will not have preference over the bonds (Series B) upon liquidation. Should OPC raise additional bonds
that are secured, these will not have preference over the bonds (Series B) upon liquidation, except with respect to the security.
OPC Bonds (Series C)
In September 2021, OPC issued a series of bonds at a par value of approximately NIS
851 million (approximately $266 million), with the proceeds of the issuance designated, among other things, for early repayment of Rotem’s
financing (Series C). The bonds are listed on the TASE. The bonds are not CPI-linked and bear annual interest of 2.5%. The bonds are repayable
in twelve semi-annual and unequal installments (on February 28 and August 31) as set out in the amortization schedule, starting on February
28, 2024 through August 31, 2030 (the first interest payment was due February 28, 2022). The bonds are rated A- by Maalot. The issuance
expenses amounted to about NIS 9 million.
The bonds are unsecured and the trust deed includes limitations on OPC’s ability
to impose a floating lien on its assets and rights in favor of a third party without fulfilling the conditions in the Bond C deed of trust.
OPC has the right to make early repayment pursuant to the conditions in the trust certificate.
The Bonds C deed of trust includes customary causes for calling for the immediate repayment
(subject to stipulated remediation periods), including as a result of, among others, events of default, liquidation proceedings, receivership,
suspension of proceedings and creditors’ arrangements, merger under certain conditions without obtaining bondholders’ approval
or statement by the survivor entity, material deterioration in the position of OPC, and failure to publish financial statements in a timely
manner.
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Furthermore, a bondholders’ right to call for immediate repayment arises, among
others, upon the following circumstances: (i) the call for immediate repayment of another series of bonds (traded on the TASE or on the
TACT Institutional system) issued by OPC; or of another financial debt (or a number of cumulative debts) of OPC and its consolidated companies
(except in the case of a non-recourse debt), including forfeiture of a guarantee (that secures payment of a debt to a financial creditor)
that OPC or investee companies made available to a creditor, in an amount not less than $75 million; (ii) upon breach of financial covenants
on two consecutive review dates or on one review date; (iii) failure to obtain prior approval of the bondholders by special resolution
in the case of an extraordinary transaction with a controlling shareholder, excluding transactions to which the Companies Regulations
(Expedients in Transactions with an Interested Party), 2000 apply; (iv) if an asset or a number of assets of OPC are sold in an amount
representing over 50% of the value of its assets according to OPC’s consolidated financial statements during a period of 12 consecutive
months, or if a change is made to the main operations of OPC, except where the consideration of the sale is intended for the purchase
of an asset or assets within OPC’s main area of operations (such as energy, including electricity generation in power plants and
from renewable energies); (v) upon the occurrence of certain events leading to a loss of control; (vi) if a rating is discontinued over
a certain period of time (except due to reasons not under the control of OPC); (vii) if trading in the bonds is suspended for a certain
period of time or if the bonds are delisted; (viii) if OPC ceases to be a reporting corporation; (ix) if the company’s financial
reports contain a going concern notice addressing the company itself, for two consecutive quarters; (x) if OPC breaches its undertaking
not to place a general floating charge on its current and future assets and rights, in favor of any third party, without the criteria
set in the Bond C deed of trust being met; and (xi) distribution in breach of the provisions of the Bond C deed of trust.
Furthermore, the Bond C deed of trust includes an undertaking by OPC to comply with
financial covenants and restrictions (including restrictions as to distribution, expansion of series without, among other things, maintaining
the same rating of the bonds subsequent to such expansion, and provisions as to interest adjustment in the event of change in rating or
non-compliance with financial covenants). The financial covenants include maintaining the ratio between net consolidated financial debt
(less the financial debt designated for the construction of projects that have not yet started generating EBITDA) and Adjusted EBITDA
at no more than 13 (and for the purpose of distribution as defined in the Bond C deed of trust - not more than 11), minimum equity (standalone)
of NIS 1 billion (and for the purpose of distribution - NIS 1.4 billion), equity to asset ratio (standalone) of no less than
20% (and for the purpose of distribution - no less than 30%), and equity to (consolidated) balance sheet ratio of no less than 17%. As
at December 31, 2024, OPC met the financial covenants.
OPC Bonds (Series D)
In January 2024, OPC issued a series of bonds at a par value of approximately NIS 200
million (approximately $53 million), with the proceeds of the issuance designated for OPC’s needs, including for recycling of an
existing financial debt (Series D). The bonds are listed on the TASE, are not CPI-linked and bear annual interest of 6.2%. The principal
and interest for Series D bonds will be repaid in unequal semi-annual payments (on March 25, and September 25), as set out in
the amortization schedule, starting from March 25, 2026 in relation to the principal and September 25, 2024 in relation to interest.
The Bonds D deed of trust includes customary terms similar to Bond B and Bond C deeds
of trust described above except, mainly, in relation to the payment schedule, the annual interest (6.2%) and the financial covenant of
minimum equity (NIS 2 billion ($548 million)) and the purpose of distribution (NIS 2.4 billion ($658 million)).
OPC Israel Financing Agreements
In August 2024, OPC Israel entered into two financing agreements with Bank Hapoalim
and Bank Leumi for loans in aggregate amount of approximately NIS 1.65 billion (approximately $443 million) (the “Financing Agreements”).
The loans were used primarily for early repayment of the existing project financing of the Zomet and Gat power plants in the amounts of
approximately NIS 1.14 billion (approximately $307 million) in respect of Zomet, and approximately NIS 443 million (approximately $119
million) in respect of Gat (in each case including estimated accrued interest and early repayment fees).
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The loans bear interest at a rate based on Prime interest plus a spread ranging from
0.3% to 0.4%. The loan principal is repayable in quarterly installments from March 25, 2025 through December 25, 2033 as follows: 0.5%
per quarter in 2025; 0.75% per quarter in 2026; 1% per quarter in 2027-2029; 5% per quarter in 2030-2032; and 5.75% per quarter in 2033.
The Financing Agreements include covenants and events of default provisions including the following financial covenants: OPC Israel’s
net debt to EBITDA ratio not exceeding 8 and equity to asset ratio not falling below 20%; OPC’s equity not falling below NIS 1.1
billion; and distributions (including repayment of OPC Israel and its subsidiaries’ subordinated shareholder loans) by OPC Israel
are subject to net debt to adjusted EBITDA not exceeding 7. As at December 31, 2024, the loans under the Financing Agreements were drawn
and the early repayment of the project financing for the Zomet and the Gat power plants were completed.
OPC Israel Additional Financing Agreement
On January 30, 2025, OPC Israel entered into a financing agreement with Israel Discount
Bank Ltd. for the extension of a loan in the total amount of NIS 300 million ($82 million). On February 18, 2025, NIS 150 million of the
loan amount was advanced to finance OPC Israel's activity, including repayment of shareholder loans and/or dividend distribution. OPC
intends to make use of its share to repay debentures. The balance is expected to be withdrawn in the second half of 2025. The loan was
received under conditions similar to those of other corporate financing agreements of OPC Israel in Israel, including, among other things,
the principal repayment terms, interest terms, collateral and pledges provided, restrictions and undertaking, conditions for distribution
and compliance with financial covenants.
United States
Generally, each CPV active project has senior debt with similar structures, i.e.,
project, asset level financing (other than financings of Maple Hill, Stagecoach and Backbone, which are arranged on a several project
portfolio basis and the Mountain Wind financing, which is also arranged on the basis of the Mountain Wind portfolio of projects), on non-recourse
financing terms subject to specific terms and exceptions set for each project. On financial closing of each financing (excluding Mountain
Wind financing agreement, which was on acquisition) debt and equity capital were committed in an amount sufficient to cover the project’s
projected capital costs during construction, along with ancillary credit facilities. The ancillary credit facilities are provided by a
subset of the project’s lenders and in some cases by financial institutions who are not direct lenders to the relevant project and
are comprised of letters of credit, which support collateral obligations under the financing arrangements and commercial arrangements,
and a working capital revolver facility, which supports the project’s ancillary credit needs. The senior credit facilities are generally
structured such that, subject to certain conditions precedent, they are converted from facilities to finance the construction phase (if
relevant) to term facilities (term loans) with maturity dates often tied to the term of the commercial agreements anchoring expected operating
cash flows of each project. For the Energy Transition projects, the term loans generally span the construction period plus 5-7 years after
launch of commercial operation (a “miniperm financing”). The miniperm financing is repaid based on a combination of (i) predetermined
amounts per project in accordance with set quarter end repayment dates, and (ii) result-based metrics, which result in partial or full
application of free cash flow to term loan repayment on such quarter-end dates (cash sweeps), which in the aggregate, result in partial
repayment during the loan term, with a balance payable or refinanced upon final repayment date.
CPV seeks to take advantage of opportunities to recycle its credit according to market
conditions and, in any case, prior to the scheduled final repayment date. The credit facilities in place during construction are sourced
from a consortium of international lenders (10-20 for each gas-fired project, fewer for renewable energy projects with lower capital needs)
and executed in the “Term Loan A” market, which is substantially comprised of commercial banks, investment banks, institutional
lenders, insurance companies, international funds, and equipment suppliers’ credit affiliates. CPV project companies have refinanced
loans for gas-fired projects on both the Term Loan A market and the Term Loan B market, which includes mainly institutional lenders, international
funds, and a number of commercial banks.
While the credit facility terms and conditions have certain provisions specific to the
project being financed, an overwhelming majority of the standard key terms and conditions (first lien security on assets and rights, covenants,
events of default, equity cure rights, distribution restrictions, reserve requirements, etc.) are similar across the CPV project Term
Loan A refinancing, while the Term Loan B market refinancing terms, generally, may be slightly more flexible, as customary in this market
considering the project and the market conditions. New variable rate credit facilities and refinancings of future debt bearing variable
interest of the CPV Group project companies will have SOFR as their benchmark interest rate (with United States prime rate as an alternative,
in a manner that corresponds to the existing credit facilities of the CPV Group project companies). In each market and often within each
project loan, lenders extended loans to the CPV Group’s projects either according to a credit margin based on the SOFR, variable
base interest rate or fixed interest. To minimize exposure to potential interest rate risk, CPV executes interest rate hedges for the
main exposure at each project level, whereby the CPV project companies pay the major financial institutions fixed interest and receive
variable interest payments for certain terms, according to the terms and conditions of the project and loan. The table below sets
forth summaries of the key commercial terms of the senior credit facilities associated with each CPV project financing. The term loan
commitment amounts once drawn and repaid, may not be drawn again, while ancillary credit facilities and working capital facilities are
revolving in nature. The events of default consist of customary events of default, including, among others: breach of commitments and
representations having a material adverse effect, failure of equity contributing party to fund during construction, nonpayment events,
failure to adhere to certain covenants, various insolvency events, termination of the project’s activities or of significant parties
in the project (as defined in the agreement), various events in connection with its regulatory status and maintenance of government approvals,
certain changes in ownership of the project company, certain events in connection with the project, existence of legal proceedings in
connection with the project, and the project not having the right to receive payments for its capacity and electricity—all of this
in accordance with and subject to the terms, definitions and cure periods as stated in the relevant credit agreement.
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Project
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Financial Closing Date
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Total Commitment (approximately in $millions)
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Total Outstanding/ Issued (approximately in $millions) as of Dec.
31, 2024
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Maturity Date
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Annual interest
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Covenants
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Fairview
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March 24, 2017
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|
625
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572
(1)
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June 30, 2025
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Fixed debt interest rate – 5.4%
SOFR – 8.2%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 5.6%
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Distribution is subject to the project company’s compliance with several terms and conditions, including
compliance with a minimum debt service coverage ratio of 1.2 during the 4 quarters that preceded the distribution, compliance with reserve
requirements (pursuant to the terms of the financing agreement), compliance with the debt balances target defined in the agreement, and
that no ground for repayment or breach event exists (as defined in the financing agreement).
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Towantic
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March 11, 2016
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|
363
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268
(2)
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June 30, 2025
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Fixed debt interest rate – 5.1%
SOFR – 8.7%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 5.9%
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Similar to Fairview (see above)
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Project
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Financial Closing Date
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Total Commitment (approximately in $millions)
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Total Outstanding/ Issued (approximately in $millions) as of Dec. 31, 2024 |
Maturity Date
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Annual interest
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Covenants | ||||||
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Maryland
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August 8, 2014
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450
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308
(3)
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May 11, 2028 (Term Loan B)
November 11, 2027 (Ancillary Facilities)
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Fixed debt interest rate – 5.9%
SOFR – 8.9%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 7.0%
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Historical debt service coverage ratio of 1:1 during the last 4 quarters. Maryland is currently in compliance
with the covenant. A distribution is conditional on the project company complying with several terms and conditions, including, compliance
with a reserve requirements (as provided in the agreement), and that no ground for repayment or breach event exists in accordance with
the financing agreement.
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Shore
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December 2018
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|
535
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436
(4)
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Dec. 27, 2025 (Term Loan) Dec. 27, 2023 (Ancillary Facilities)
(2)
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Fixed debt interest rate – 4.1%
SOFR – 9.1%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 5.4%
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Historic rolling 4 quarter debt service coverage ratio of 1:1. CPV is currently in compliance with this
covenant. Distributions are subject to, among others, certain reserve requirements, and having no existing default or event of default.
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Valley
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|
June 12, 2015 as amended in June 2023
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470
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378
(5)
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Extended to May 31, 2026
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SOFR – 10.8%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 10.8%
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Distributions are subject to the project company meeting conditions, including compliance with a minimum
debt service coverage ratio of 1.2 during the 4 quarters that preceded the distribution, compliance with reserve requirements (pursuant
to the terms of the financing agreement), compliance with requirements for receipt of a certain permit, compliance with the debt balances
target defined in the agreement, and that no ground for repayment or default event exists (as defined in the financing agreement).
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Financial Closing Date
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Total Commitment (approximately in $millions) | Total Outstanding/ Issued (approximately in $millions) as of Dec. 31, 2024 |
Maturity Date
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Annual interest
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Covenants | ||||||
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Keenan II
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August 2021
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120
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81
(6)
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December 31, 2030
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Fixed debt interest rate – 2.0%
SOFR – 6.5%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 3.0%
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Distributions are subject to the project company’s compliance with several terms and conditions,
including compliance with a minimum debt service coverage ratio of 1.15 during the 4 quarters that preceded the distribution, and that
no grounds for repayment or breach event exist (as defined in the financing agreement)
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Three Rivers
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August 21, 2020
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875
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706
(7)
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June 30, 2028
(2)
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Fixed debt interest rate – 4.6%
SOFR – 9.1%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 5.3%
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Similar to Fairview (see above)
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Mountain Wind
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April 6, 2023
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92
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68
(8)
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April 6, 2028
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Fixed debt interest rate – 4.9%
SOFR – 7.0%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 5.4%
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Distributions are subject to the project company’s compliance with several terms and conditions,
including compliance with a minimum debt service coverage ratio of 1.20 during the preceding 12-month period that preceded the distribution,
and that no grounds for repayment or breach event exist (as defined in the financing agreement).
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Rogue's Wind
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August 16, 2024
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257
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(9)
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(10)
|
Construction Term Loan interest: SOFR + 1.75%
Term Loan interest: SOFR + 1.85%
Bridge Loan interest: SOFR + 1.5%
|
Distributions is subject to compliance with several terms including compliance with a minimum debt service
coverage ratio of 1.20 during the four quarters that preceded the distribution (proportionately to the measurement period which is less
than four quarters), and a condition whereby no grounds for repayment or default event exist.
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Project
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Financial Closing Date
|
Total Commitment (approximately in $millions) | Total Outstanding/ Issued (approximately in $millions) as of Dec. 31, 2024 |
Maturity Date
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Annual interest
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Covenants | ||||||
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CPV Maple Hill, Stagecoach, CPV Backbone
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August 23, 2023
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370
(11)
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179
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August 23, 2027 or
a year after the conversion date of the third qualifying project
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Fixed debt interest rate – 6.4%
SOFR – 7.9%
Weighted-average interest as at December 31, 2024: 6.6%
|
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Each project is required to meet a projected minimum DSCR ratio
(12)
of 1.3, based on the stream of income from PPAs and green certificates, and 1.8 based on the stream of income from market sales
|
| (1) |
Consisting of Term Loan (Variable): $540 million, Ancillary Facilities (Working Capital Loan: No funds have been drawn under the
agreement; Letters of Credit/LC Loans: approximately $32 million).
|
| (2) |
Consisting of Term Loan: $236 million, Ancillary Facilities (Working Capital Loan: No funds have been drawn under the agreement;
Letters of Credit/LC Loans: $32 million)
|
| (3) |
Consisting of Term Loan(Variable): $274 million, Ancillary Facilities (Variable): $34 million
|
| (4) |
Consisting of Term Loan: $361 million (see description below), Ancillary Facilities (variable) ($75 million).
|
| (5) |
Consisting of Term Loan: $322 million, Ancillary Facilities (Working Capital Loan: No funds have been drawn under the agreement;
Letters of Credit/LC Loans: $56 million)
|
| (6) |
Consisting of Term Loan: $67 million, Ancillary Facilities (Working Capital Loan (variable interest): No funds have been drawn under
the agreement and Letters of Credit: $14 million)
|
| (7) |
Consisting of Term Loan (Variable): $574 million, Term Loan (Fixed): $92 million, Ancillary Facilities (Working Capital Loan: $0;
Letters of Credit/LC Loans: $40 million).
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| (8) |
Consisting of Term Loan (Variable): $17 million, Term Loan (Fixed): $51 million.
|
| (9) |
No funds have been drawn under the agreement.
|
| (10) |
The loans and ancillary facilities will mature three years from the loan conversion date, the date when the construction term loan
will be converted into a loan on the commercial operation date. The expected commercial operation date for the Rogue’s Wind project
is scheduled in the first half of 2026.
|
| (11) | Consisting of Term Loan: $179 million (withdrawn from the Total Financing Commitment amount), Ancillary Facilities (Letters of Credit: $18.5 million, Bridge Loan up to $150 million). |
| (12) |
The ratio between the free cash flow for debt service and the principal and interest payments for the relevant period.
|
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The $370 million financing agreement with Israeli banks
.
In August 2023, the CPV Group entered into a $370 million financing agreement with lenders
including Israeli banking corporations for the purpose of financing the construction and initial operating period of qualifying projects
in the field of renewable energy in the United States. CPV’s Maple Hill, Stagecoach and Backbone projects are qualifying projects.
The total amount provided under the facility is $370 million, of which (i) $181 million
is expected to be advanced for the financing of the projects’ construction and their initial commercial operating period, (ii) $39
million is expected to be advanced for the provision of letters of credit to projects, and (iii) $150 million is expected to be advanced
as a bridge loan to projects after engagement with a “tax equity partner”. The final repayment date is the earlier of four
years after the financial closing date (which would be August 23, 2027) or one year after the conversion date of the third qualifying
project based on the CPV Group’s assessment that Backbone achieving its conversion date in July 2025).
The financing agreement contains conditions for drawing, including minimum equity, meeting
certain ratios and other conditions. The loans for construction may be converted into loans to finance the initial commercial operating
period if certain conditions are met.
The loan under the financing agreement bears annual interest based on SOFR plus a margin
for loans for financing of construction of 2% (and if such loans are converted to financing the initial operating period, a margin of
2.75%); and for bridge financing of 1.25%. The financing agreement provides for letters of credit to be issued subject to customary annual
issuance fees. The financing agreement further provides for customary facility fees in respect of unutilized amounts. The three projects
named above are pledged to secure the financing agreement, and a cross default provision is in place between the projects. CPV Group provided
a guarantee to secure certain undertakings in connection with the financing agreement.
In accordance with the financing agreement, as of the date each project becomes a qualifying
project, it is required on a forward basis to hedge the exposure to changes in the SOFR interest rate for at least 75% of such project’s
forecasted amortizing loan balance over its approximate first 10 operating years. In August 2023, the CPV Group entered into a hedging
agreement by executing interest rate swap contracts with lenders for an initial aggregate amount of approximately $101.3 million and chose
to apply cash flow hedge accounting rules.
A total of approximately $178.5 million was drawn by the CPV Group from the total financing
commitment as part of financing of construction and financing of initial activation. CPV Group hedged the exposure to changes in variable
SOFR interest by entering into an interest rate swap in respect of approximately 75% of the balance of the loans and opted to apply cash
flow hedge accounting rules.
Shore Refinancing
.
On February 4, 2025, CPV Group refinanced Shore’s financing (the “New Financing”).
Terms of the New Financing agreement include: $325 million, 7-year TLB Term Loan, with $61 million, 7-year TLC Term Loan both maturing
on February 4, 2032; and $50 million, 5-year Revolver for working capital and other LC purposes maturing on February 4, 2030.
The interest rate on the loans is a SOFR-based rate with a spread of 3.75%. The rate
and scope of the repayment of the TLB Term Loan vary until the final repayment, in accordance with a combination of mandatory amortization
(1% each year) and a leverage based cash sweep mechanism ranging from 100% to 75% cash sweep.
The New Financing agreement requires the hedging of the interest rate for at least 50%
of the projected nominal balance of the loan for a period of three years starting from the completion date, and requires historical debt
service coverage ratio of 1:1 during the last 12 months. The debt service coverage ratio requirement is first measured on December 31,
2025 (adjusted pro-rata for the period from the effective date of the New Financing agreement), and at the end of each subsequent calendar
quarter.
In connection with the closing of the New Financing of Shore, an amount of approximately
$80 million was provided to Shore by all of its equity holders (“Deleveraging Amount”), with the CPV Group’s share in
the Deleveraging Amount approximately $55 million. Prior to the closing of the New Financing Agreement, CPV entered into a purchase agreement
to acquire an additional 20% interest in Shore, and now holds approximately 90% of Shore. The CPV Group funded the portion of Deleveraging
Amount (approximately $17 million) attributed to such acquired interest.
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Letters of Credit (LCs)
.
During 2024, the CPV Group entered to several LC arrangements with banking institutions
in an aggregate scope of approximately $160 million which are valid up to the second half of 2024. Such LCs were used mainly for collaterals
to development projects and the Valley hedging transaction. The LCs are secured by collateral as required by the issuing corporations
(including a guarantee by CPV or cash deposit, as the case may be).
| C. |
Research and Development, Patents and Licenses, Etc.
|
Not applicable.
| D. |
Trend Information
|
The following key trends contain forward-looking statements and should be read in conjunction
with “
Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
” and “
Item
3.D Risk Factors
.” For further information on the recent developments of Kenon and our businesses, see “
Item
5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects—Recent Developments.
”
OPC
Israel
OPC’s revenue from the sale of electricity to private customers is derived from
electricity sold at the generation component tariffs, as published by the EA, with some discount. Under the agreements with the private
customers, OPC charges its customers generation component tariffs, as published by the EA, with some discount. In general, an increase
or decrease in the generation component has a positive or negative, as applicable, effect on OPC’s results. In January 2025, an
annual update of the tariff for 2025 came into effect for the IEC’s electricity consumers. According to the EA’s decision,
the generation component was updated to NIS 0.2939 per KWh, a decline of approximately 2.2% in the weighted average generation component,
this being mainly as a result of a decrease in the IEC’s generation cost due to a reduction in the use of coal and a forecasted
decline in the IEC’s natural gas price. In addition, there was a non-recurring recognition of surplus receipts from sale of the
Eshkol power plant, which led to a reduction in the generation component.
In 2024, the EA made a public announcement regarding a proposal for changes in the tariff
structure (the generation component) inviting market players to submit feedback in connection with the proposals. The proposals are designed
to update the tariff determination methodology. OPC submitted a response as part of the “Public Announcement”, which included
a professional opinion and comments with respect to the arrangements presented therein, and is continuing to study the proposed arrangements,
their possible impacts on its activities. OPC believes that changes in the generation component, including following the Public Announcement,
if approved, could have an unfavorable impact on the results of OPC’s activities in Israel. For example, based on current format
of the generation component, a change of 1 Agura in the generation component could have an impact of about NIS 30 million on the segment’s
EBITDA in Israel. For further details, see “
Item 4.B—Business Overview—Industry Overview—Overview
of Israeli Electricity Generation Industry—Call for proposals regarding proposed changes to the tariff structure
.”
Natural gas is the main fuel used by OPC's power plants in operation in Israel and in
the United States in the Energy Transition segment. OPC is therefore affected by changes in the natural gas market (including prices,
availability, competition, demand, regulation) in the markets in which it operates. For further developments in energy prices, see
“
—Material Factors Affecting Results of Operations—OPC
.” In recent years,
the introduction of renewable energies has been on the rise, in view of, among other things, the setting of targets by regulators and
the setting of incentives and ESG trends which affect the demand for renewable energies. There has been a growing interest among investors
as well as among other stakeholders such as customers, employees, credit providers, regarding the climate and environmental impacts of
various activities. As part of this trend, existing and potential investors, and also other stakeholders, take into account ESG considerations
relating to environmental, social and corporate governance aspects, as part of their investment and business policies, including with
respect to the provision of credit. This trend may manifest itself in various ways, including subjecting investments and/or provision
of credit to compliance with ESG standards, investors’ implementing a policy of refraining from advancing debt or making investments
in OPC due to its natural gas activity; an effect on finance costs; difficulty in recruiting employees, and more. These trends might have
an adverse effect on OPC’s business and financial position, including impairment of some of its assets, increase in the price of
its debt, and difficulty to raise capital. OPC believes that during 2024, the level of the ESG risk in OPC’s operations has declined
proportionately, due to, among other things, the expected increase in demand for electricity following the increased use of AI and the
need for server farms and the approach whereby generation using natural gas is a necessary means to support these trends, and due to the
change of administration in the US.
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There is a significant uncertainty as to the
development of the War (which started in October 2023 and as at the date of this report is still underway) and its impact on OPC and its
operations, and there is also significant uncertainty as to the impact of the War on macroeconomic and financial factors in Israel, including
the situation in the Israeli capital markets and the credit rating of the State of Israel and Israeli financial institutions (particularly
the Israeli banking system) During 2024, the intensity of combat and security tensions escalated on other fronts as well, especially in
northern Israel, against Hezbollah and against Iran and the Houthis in Yemen. During 2024 and thereafter, the War has had impacts
including disruption to marine shipping routes due to attacks on merchant and shipping vessels and considerably less flights by foreign
airlines to and from Israel. These effects have had and may have, from time to time, an adverse effect on the arrival of equipment and
foreign personnel to Israel (including personnel and equipment required to carry out maintenance and construction work in OPC’s
sites in Israel) and the arrival times. At the same time, the War did not have a significant impact on the level of demand for electricity
by Group's consumers in Israel. However, OPC’s customers have facilities in Israel which may be exposed to physical damage or to
economic and other effects of the War, and their continued normal activity (and accordingly OPC's revenues therefrom) may also be adversely
affected by the War. See, “
Item 3D Risk Factors—Risks Related to OPC’s Israel
Operations—The War may affect OPC Operations in Israel
” and “
—Material
Factors Affecting Results of Operations—OPC—Macroeconomic, security and geopolitical conditions in the countries of operation
and their regions—Israel
.”
United States
The energy sector in the United States is affected by global and domestic trends.
Disruptions to the supply chain, government levies, exchange and interest rates and federal and state policies and regulation all affect
the activity of the energy sector, as well as the pace and direction of the change trends to the energy infrastructures and the energy
markets.
Trends in energy demand
The United States demand for electricity has started to
increase after nearly a decade of limited or flat growth. In 2010 and 2020, total electricity consumption in the United States was approximately
3,900 TWh, whereas in 2024 it was expected to be approximately 4,100 TWh. The system operators in areas in which CPV Group primarily
operates, PJM, NY-ISO and ISO-NE, are expecting annualized growth rate between 0.8%-2.0% summer peak load growth over the next 10 to 20
years. PJM expects its summer peak to climb about 70,000 MW to 220,000 MW over the next 15 years. Load growth is increased mainly
due to data centers and electrification of the economy. Industry estimations are that the U.S. data center load is approximately 15 GW
currently and expected to more than double by 2030 to approximately 35-45 GW. The higher load growth combined with fewer new dispatchable
resources is expected to affect the overall level of electricity prices and capacity and on the instability in prices.
Trends in energy sources and transition to
renewable energy
The transition in the United States to renewable energy and low-carbon emission generation
has been accelerating in recent years. Hydroelectric generation was a mainstay of the industry from its early days, and certain parts
of the country have a significant resource base thereto.
Despite the assumption that electricity production using renewable energy reflects lower
variable costs, these means of production depend on production resources (wind or solar) that are not available 24/7 consecutively and
are subject to uncontrollable nature conditions; therefore, to maintain a reliability of supply, there is a need to have in place means
for storage of electricity or other means to produce electricity to support demand when production using wind or solar is not available.
A change in the integration of resources in the United States is expected to affect both the overall level of electricity prices and capacity,
but also the instability in prices as stated above. See also, “
—Policy Changes
”
below.
Trends affecting profitability in the area
of Energy Transition (natural gas)
The price of natural gas is significant in setting the price of electricity in most
territories where the CPV Group has projects. Overall, the CPV Group’s projects are in relatively favorable locations on interstate
pipelines and in critical locations on the electrical grid to support increasing urban demand. The natural gas prices are impacted by
numerous variables, including demand in the industrial, residential and electricity sectors, productivity and supply of natural gas, natural
gas production costs, location and changes in the pipeline infrastructure, international trade and the financial profile and the hedging
profile of natural gas customers and producers. In addition, the price of imported liquefied natural gas affects the natural gas prices
during the winter in New England and New York, which has a direct effect on the Towantic and Valley power plants.
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Accordingly, electricity and natural gas prices are key factors in the profitability
of the CPV Group, as well as capacity prices in the operating areas of the power plants of the CPV Group. A number of variables impact
the profitability of the Energy Transition power plants of the CPV Group, including the price of various fuels, the weather, load increases
and unit capacity, which cumulatively affect the gross margin and the profitability of the CPV Group.
In general, in 2024, there were no significant changes in the average natural gas prices
compared to the corresponding period last year. In the fourth quarter of 2024, Natural gas prices generally increased in 2024 compared
with 2023. In the opinion of the CPV Group, the increase arises, among other things, from relatively colder weather leading to higher
production levels from the U.S. natural gas inventory and pressure on prices in the Algonquin area (an area that relies, among other things,
on liquefied gas imports to meet demand) stemming from uncertainty regarding natural gas inventory levels in Europe.
In general, with the current generation mix of less efficient units compared to those
of the CPV Group, the higher the gas prices – the higher the marginal energy prices of the CPV Group facilities (the effect may
vary between different projects due to their characteristics and location). This effect may be partially or fully offset by hedging
plans in respect of some of the electricity and capacity margins, with the aim of moderating the volatility in the commodities market
in general and the energy and natural gas prices in particular. During 2024, hedging agreements and future sale agreements were in place
for the Energy Transition power plants for a portion of the output.
Moreover, the profitability of the CPV Group is affected by the capacity of the power
plants, due to the ongoing operation and maintenance works, as well as scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance works.
In addition, many of the components required for the purpose of building Energy Transition
or renewable energy projects are dependent on global suppliers, and generally local supply options are unable to meet the demand. The
energy sector, including the value and costs of the CPV Group’s projects may be affected by a policy whose objective is to increase
local production, by tariffs and levies placed on products required to build facilities, and by global disruptions to the supply chain
Reliability concerns and limited new conventional generation in certain areas are also
effecting the trends in the Energy Transition segment.
For trends in energy prices, see “
—Material
Factors Affecting Results of Operations—OPC—Activities in the U.S.
”
Policy Changes
Recent policy shifts along with the entry of the Trump administration in January 2025,
has created uncertainties that could impact the energy sector, particularly regarding support in renewable energy and imposing increased
tariffs on import of equipment to the U.S., which, among other things, can be used to construct and maintain power plants and energy generation
facilities. Since assuming office in January 2025, President Trump has issued executive orders to promote fossil fuel production and reduce
support for renewable energy unlike the former administration. Such executive orders have included, inter alia, (i) Executive Order 14154
(“EO 14154”) which directs all federal agencies to pause funds and government support under various laws and (ii) a
memorandum titled “Temporary Withdrawal of All Areas on the Outer Continental Shelf from Offshore Wind Leasing and Review of the
Federal Government's Leasing and Permitting Practices for Wind Projects” (the “Offshore Wind Memo”) which, among other
things, directs all federal agencies not to issue new or renewed approvals, permits, leases or loans for onshore or offshore wind projects
pending the completion of a comprehensive federal review of federal wind leasing and permitting practices. CPV estimates that the EO 14154
does not have materially adversely impact its projects’ operations.
With respect to the Offshore Wind Memo, although the CPV Group’s wind projects
are not situated on federal lands, wind projects in the development pipeline may still be impacted by the general moratorium on federal
permits to the extent required.
In addition, the Trump administration has imposed tariffs on, among other things, import
from certain countries, including Mexico, Canada and China in a way that may cause disruptions in supply chains and impact imports of
equipment required for natural gas and/or renewable energy projects, and consequently on equipment costs in general. President Trump announced
a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, which could lead to increased project costs.
The CPV Group is monitoring the policy changes of the new administration and assessing
the developments and impacts of the memos, current and any additional executive orders, if any, and imposing of tariffs or other
levies, as well as legal proceedings on these matters or macro events. Currently, it is too soon to evaluate the full effects of the change
of policy of the Trump administration on the energy sector and the U.S. market as a whole and there is no certainty as to the scope of
the policy change or its impact (which may be different than as discussed above).
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| E. |
Critical Accounting Estimates
|
In preparing our financial statements, we make judgments, estimates and assumptions
about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Our estimates and associated assumptions
are reviewed on an ongoing basis and are based upon historical experience and various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable
under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. We believe that the
estimates, assumptions and judgments involved in the accounting policies described below have the greatest potential impact on our financial
statements:
|
|
• |
allocation of acquisition costs;
|
|
|
• |
long-term investment (Qoros); and
|
|
|
• |
Recoverable amount of cash-generating unit that includes goodwill.
|
For further information on the estimates, assumptions and judgments involved in our
accounting policies and significant estimates, see Note 2 to Kenon’s financial statements included in this annual report.
| F. |
Disclosure of Registrant’s Action to Recover Erroneously Awarded Compensation
|
Not applicable.
ITEM 6.
Directors, Senior Management and Employees
| A. |
Directors and Senior Management
|
Board of Directors
The following table sets forth information regarding our board of directors
(1)
:
|
Name
|
Age
|
Function
|
Original Appointment Date
|
Current Term Begins
|
Current Term Expires
|
||||||||
|
Antoine Bonnier
|
41
|
Board Member
|
2016
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Laurence N. Charney
|
77
|
Chairman of the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee Member, Board Member, ESG Committee Member
|
2014
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Barak Cohen
|
43
|
Board Member
|
2018
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau
|
46
|
Chairman of the Board, Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Chairman, ESG Committee Member
|
2014
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
N. Scott Fine
|
68
|
Audit Committee Member, Compensation Committee Chairman, Board Member
|
2014
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Bill Foo
|
67
|
Board Member, Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Member
|
2017
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Aviad Kaufman
|
54
|
Compensation Committee Member, Board Member, Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Member
|
2015
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Robert L. Rosen
|
52
|
Chief Executive Officer, Board Member and ESG Committee Chairman
|
2023
|
2024
|
2025
|
||||||||
|
Arunava Sen
|
64
|
Board Member, Audit Committee Member, ESG Committee Chairman
|
2017
|
2024
|
2025
|
(1) Ms Tan Beng Tee stepped down from the Board effective November 27, 2024
Our Constitution provides that, unless otherwise determined by a general meeting, the
minimum number of directors is five and the maximum number is 12.
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Senior Management
|
Name
|
Age
|
Position
|
||
|
Robert L. Rosen
|
52
|
Chief Executive Officer Director
|
||
|
Deepa Joseph
|
49
|
Chief Financial Officer
|
Biographies
Directors
Antoine Bonnier.
Mr. Bonnier is the Chief
Executive Officer of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP and serves as a member of the board of directors of Club Atletico de Madrid SAD, of CPVI,
OPC, Cool Company Ltd and Ekwateur SA, each of which may be associated with the same ultimate beneficiary, Mr. Idan Ofer. Mr. Bonnier
was previously a Managing Director of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP. Prior to joining Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited in 2011, Mr. Bonnier
was an Associate in the Investment Banking Division of Morgan Stanley Co. During his tenure there, from 2005 to 2011, he held various
positions in the Capital Markets and Mergers and Acquisitions teams in London, Paris and Dubai. Mr. Bonnier graduated from ESCP Europe
Business School and holds a Master of Science in Management.
Laurence N. Charney.
Mr. Charney currently
serves as the chairman of our audit committee. Mr. Charney retired from Ernst Young LLP in June 2007, where, over the course of
his more than 37-year career, he served as Senior Audit Partner, Practice Leader and Senior Advisor. Since his retirement from Ernst
Young, Mr. Charney has served as a business strategist and financial advisor to boards, senior management and investors of early stage
ventures, private businesses and small to mid-cap public corporations across the consumer products, energy, high-tech/software, media/entertainment,
and non-profit sectors. His most recent directorships also include board tenure with Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (through December 2009)
and TG Therapeutics, Inc. (from March 2012 through the current date). Mr. Charney is a graduate of Hofstra University with a Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration (Accounting), and has also completed an Executive Master’s program at Columbia University. Mr.
Charney maintains active membership with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified
Public Accountants.
Barak Cohen.
Mr. Cohen is a Managing Director
at Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP and of Qoros, each of which may be associated with the same ultimate beneficiary, Mr. Idan Ofer. In September
2018, Mr. Cohen was appointed to the board of directors of Kenon, having served as Co-CEO of Kenon till that time. Prior to serving as
Kenon’s Co-CEO, Mr. Cohen served as Kenon’s Vice President of Business Development and Investor Relations from 2015 to September
2017. Prior to joining Kenon in 2015, Mr. Cohen worked in various capacities at IC since 2008 most recently as IC’s Senior Director
of Business Development and Investor Relations. Prior to joining IC, Mr. Cohen held positions at Lehman Brothers (UK) and Ernst
Young (Israel). Mr. Cohen holds Bachelor’s degrees in Economics, summa cum laude, and Accounting Management, magna cum laude,
both from Tel Aviv University.
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Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau.
Mr. Ducau is the
Chief Executive Officer of Ansonia and the Chief Executive Officer of Eastern Pacific Shipping Pte Ltd, a leading shipping company based
in Singapore. He is a member of the board of directors of Ansonia as well as other private companies, each of which may be associated
with the same ultimate beneficiary, Mr. Idan Ofer. He is also currently the Chairman of Cool Company Ltd, a NYSE-listed shipping company
and an independent director of the Singapore Maritime Foundation and of the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation Limited, which
were established by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. He is also a member of the board of directors of Gard PI (Bermuda)
Ltd, a leading maritime insurer. He was previously Head of Business Development of Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited in London from 2008
to 2012 and acted as Director and Chairman of Pacific Drilling SA between 2011 and 2018. Prior to joining Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited,
Mr. Ducau was Vice President in the Investment Banking Division of Morgan Stanley Co. International Ltd. in London and, during his
tenure there from 2000 to 2008, he held various positions in the Capital Markets, Leveraged Finance and Mergers and Acquisitions teams.
Mr. Ducau graduated from ESCP Europe Business School (Paris, Oxford, Berlin) and holds a Master of Science in business administration
and a Diplom Kaufmann.
N. Scott Fine
. Mr. Fine is the Chief Executive
Officer and an Executive Director of Cyclo Therapeutics, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on developing novel therapeutics based
on cyclodextrin technologies. Mr. Fine has been involved in investment banking for over 35 years, working on a multitude of debt and equity
financings, buy and sell side mergers and acquisitions, strategic advisory work and corporate restructurings. Mr. Fine was the lead investment
banker on the IPO of Keurig Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and Central European Distribution Corporation, or CEDC, a multi-billion-dollar
alcohol company. He was also involved in an Equity Strategic Alliance between Research Medical and the Tempo Group. Mr. Fine continued
his involvement with CEDC, serving as a director from 1996 until 2014, during which time he led the CEDC Board’s successful efforts
in 2013 to restructure the company through a pre-packaged Chapter 11 process whereby CEDC was acquired by the Russian Standard alcohol
group. Recently, Mr. Fine served as Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Restructuring Committee of Pacific Drilling SA from 2017 to 2018
where he successfully led the Independent Directors to a successful reorganization. He also served as Sole Director of Better Place Inc.
from 2013 until 2015. Mr. Fine devotes time to several non-profit organizations, including through his service on the Board of Trustees
for the IWM American Air Museum in Britain. Mr. Fine has been a guest lecturer at Ohio State University’s Moritz School of Law and
Fordham University Law School.
Bill Foo.
Dr. Foo is a director and corporate
advisor of several private, listed and non-profit entities, including Mewah International Inc., CDL Hospitality Trusts, Tung Lok Restaurants
(2000) Ltd., MC REIT Management Ltd and chairing Investible Funds VCC as well as the Salvation Army and James Cook University Singapore
organizations. In May 2017, Dr. Foo was appointed to the board of directors of Kenon, having served as a director of IC Power between
November 2015 and January 2018. Prior to his retirement, Dr. Foo worked in financial services for over 30 years, including serving as
CEO of ANZ Singapore and South East Asia Head of Investment Banking for Schroders. Dr. Foo has also worked in various positions at Citibank
and Bank of America and has been a director of several listed and government-related entities, including International Enterprise Singapore
(Trade Agency), where he chaired the Audit Committee for several years. Dr. Foo has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration
from McGill University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Concordia University and an honorary Doctor of Commerce from James
Cook University Australia.
Aviad Kaufman.
Mr. Kaufman is the Chief
Executive Officer of One Globe Business Advisory Ltd, the chairman of IC, and a board member of ICL Group Ltd., OPC and other private
companies, each of which may be associated with Mr. Idan Ofer. From 2017 until July 2021, Mr. Kaufman served as the Chief Executive Officer
of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP and from 2008 until 2017 as Chief Financial Officer of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP (and its predecessor Quantum
Pacific Advisory Limited). From 2002 until 2007, Mr. Kaufman fulfilled different senior corporate finance roles at Amdocs Ltd. Previously,
Mr. Kaufman held various consultancy positions with KPMG. Mr. Kaufman is a certified public accountant and holds a Bachelor’s degree
in Accounting and Economics from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem (with distinction), and a Master’s of Business Administration
in Finance from Tel Aviv University.
Robert L. Rosen.
Mr. Rosen has served as
CEO of Kenon since September 2017 and also serves on the board of Kenon as an executive director and on the board of OPC as director.
Prior to becoming CEO, Mr. Rosen served as General Counsel of Kenon upon joining Kenon in 2014. Prior to joining Kenon, Mr. Rosen spent
15 years in private practice with top tier law firms, including Linklaters LLP and Milbank LLP. Mr. Rosen is admitted to the Bar in the
State of New York, holds a Bachelor’s degree with honors from Boston University and a JD and MBA, both from the University of Pittsburgh,
where he graduated with high honors.
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Arunava Sen.
Mr. Sen is Director of Coromandel
Advisors Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based company that provides strategic and transactional advice to global investors in the infrastructure
and clean energy sectors. In May 2017, Mr. Sen was appointed to the board of directors of Kenon, having served as a director of IC Power
between November 2015 and January 2018. Between August 2010 and February 2015, Mr. Sen was CEO and Managing Director of Lanco Power International
Pte Ltd, a Singapore-registered company focused on the development of power projects globally. Previously, Mr. Sen held several senior
roles at Globeleq Ltd, a Houston-based power investment company, including COO, CEO—Latin America and CEO—Asia. In 1999, Mr.
Sen cofounded and was COO of Hart Energy International, a Houston-based company that developed and invested in power businesses in Latin
America and the Caribbean. Mr. Sen currently serves on the investment committee of SUSI Asia Energy Transition Fund. A qualified Chartered
Accountant, Mr. Sen holds a B.Com. degree from the University of Calcutta and an M.S. degree in Finance from The American University in
Washington, DC.
Senior Management
Deepa Joseph.
Ms. Joseph joined Kenon in
June 2023 and has served as Chief Financial Officer from September 2023. Ms. Joseph also serves as Chief Financial Officer of Ansonia.
Previously, Ms. Joseph served in senior finance positions from 2012 to 2023 in Eastern Pacific Shipping Pte. Ltd. and Quantum Pacific
Shipping Services Pte. Ltd, each of which may be associated with the same ultimate beneficiary, Mr. Idan Ofer. She is a Chartered Accountant
(Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants). She holds a Masters in Business Administration (specializing in Accountancy) from
Nanyang Business School, Singapore and Bachelors in Science (Mathematics) from Mahatma Gandhi University, India.
| B. |
Compensation
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We pay our directors compensation for serving as directors, including per meeting fees.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, the aggregate compensation accrued (comprising
remuneration and the aggregate fair market value of equity awards granted) for our directors and executive officers was approximately
$3 million.
For further information on Kenon’s Share Incentive Plan 2014, see “
Item
6.E Share Ownership
.”
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Board Practices
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As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow certain home country corporate
governance practices instead of those otherwise required under the NYSE’s rules for domestic U.S. issuers, provided that we disclose
which requirements we are not following and describe the equivalent home country requirement.
Nonetheless, we generally follow the corporate governance rules of the NYSE that are
applicable to U.S. domestic registrants that are not “controlled” companies.
Board of Directors
Our Constitution gives our board of directors general powers to manage our business.
The board of directors, which consists of nine directors, oversees and provides policy guidance on our strategic and business planning
processes, oversees the conduct of our business by senior management and is principally responsible for the succession planning for our
key executives. Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau serves as our Chairman.
Director Independence
Pursuant to the NYSE’s listing standards, listed companies are required to have
a majority of independent directors. Under the NYSE’s listing standards, (i) a director employed by us or that has, or had, certain
relationships with us during the last three years, cannot be deemed to be an independent director, and (ii) directors will qualify as
independent only if our board of directors affirmatively determines that they have no material relationship with us, either directly or
as a partner, shareholder or officer of an organization that has a relationship with us. Ownership of a significant amount of our shares,
by itself, does not constitute a material relationship.
Although we are permitted to follow home country practice in lieu of the requirement
to have a board of directors comprised of a majority of independent directors according to NYSE listing standards, we have determined
that we are in compliance with this requirement.
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Election and Removal of Directors
See “
Item 10.B Constitution
.”
Service Contracts
None of our board members have service contracts with us or any of our businesses providing
for benefits upon termination of employment.
Indemnifications and Limitations on Liability
For information on the indemnification and limitations on liability of our directors,
see “
Item 10.B Constitution
.”
Committees of our Board of Directors
We have established four committees, which report regularly to our board of directors
on matters relating to the specific areas of risk the committees oversee: the audit committee, the nominating and corporate governance
committee, the compensation committee and the ESG committee.
Audit Committee
We have established an audit committee to review and discuss with management significant
financial, legal and regulatory risks and the steps management takes to monitor, control and report such exposures; our audit committee
also oversees the periodic enterprise-wide risk evaluations conducted by management. Specifically, our audit committee oversees the process
concerning:
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the quality and integrity of our financial statements and internal controls;
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the compensation, qualifications, evaluation and independence of, and making a recommendation to our board for recommendation to
the annual general meeting for appointment of, our independent registered public accounting firm;
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the performance of our internal audit function;
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our compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; and
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review of related party transactions.
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All three members of our audit committee, Laurence N. Charney, N. Scott Fine and Arunava
Sen, are independent directors. Our board of directors has determined that Laurence N. Charney is an audit committee financial expert,
as defined under the applicable rules of the SEC, and that each of our audit committee members has the requisite financial sophistication
as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of each of the SEC and the NYSE. Our audit committee operates under a written charter
that satisfies the applicable standards of the NYSE.
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
Our nominating and corporate governance committee oversees the management of risks associated
with board governance, director independence and conflicts of interest. Specifically, our nominating and corporate governance committee
is responsible for identifying qualified candidates to become directors, recommending to the board of directors candidates for all directorships,
overseeing the annual evaluation of the board of directors and its committees and taking a leadership role in shaping our corporate governance.
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Our nominating and corporate governance committee considers candidates for directors
who are recommended by its members, by other board members and members of our management, as well as those identified by any third-party
search firms retained by it to assist in identifying and evaluating possible candidates. The nominating and corporate governance committee
also considers recommendations for director candidates submitted by our shareholders. The nominating and corporate governance committee
evaluates and recommends to the board of directors qualified candidates for election, re-election or appointment to the board, as applicable.
When evaluating director candidates, the nominating and corporate governance committee
seeks to ensure that the board of directors has the requisite skills, experience and expertise and that its members consist of persons
with appropriately diverse and independent backgrounds. The nominating and corporate governance committee considers all aspects of a candidate’s
qualifications in the context of our needs, including: personal and professional integrity, ethics and values; experience and expertise
as an officer in corporate management; diversity considerations; experience in the industry of any of our portfolio businesses and international
business and familiarity with our operations; experience as a board member of another publicly traded company; practical and mature business
judgment; the extent to which a candidate would fill a present need on the board of directors; and the other ongoing commitments and obligations
of the candidate. The nominating and corporate governance committee does not have any minimum criteria for director candidates. Consideration
of new director candidates will typically involve a series of internal discussions, review of information concerning candidates and interviews
with selected candidates.
The members of our nominating and corporate governance committee are Cyril Pierre-Jean
Ducau, Bill Foo and Aviad Kaufman.
Our nominating and corporate governance committee operates under a written charter that
satisfies the applicable standards of the NYSE for foreign private issuers.
Compensation Committee
Our compensation committee assists our board in reviewing and approving the compensation
structure of our directors and officers, including all forms of compensation to be provided to our directors and officers. The compensation
committee is responsible for, among other things:
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reviewing and determining the compensation package for our Chief Executive Officer and other senior executives;
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reviewing and making recommendations to our board with respect to the compensation of our non-employee directors;
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reviewing and approving corporate goals and objectives relevant to the compensation of our Chief Executive Officer and other senior
executives, including evaluating their performance in light of such goals and objectives; and
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reviewing periodically and approving and administering stock options plans, long-term incentive compensation or equity plans, programs
or similar arrangements, annual bonuses, employee pension and welfare benefit plans for all employees, including reviewing and approving
the granting of options and other incentive awards.
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The members of our compensation committee are N. Scott Fine, Laurence N. Charney and
Aviad Kaufman.
ESG Committee
We have established an ESG committee to carry out the responsibilities delegated by
the board of directors regarding the oversight of Kenon’s risks, opportunities, strategies, goals, and policies and procedures related
to environmental, social, and governance. Specifically, our ESG committee’s responsibilities include: monitoring and advising the
board of directors on our risks and opportunities related to ESG matters; reviewing and discussing with management our goals, strategies,
and policies and procedures to address ESG risks and opportunities; reviewing and advising the board of directors on our performance related
to the ESG goals, strategies, and policies and procedures; reviewing and approving policies and procedures used to prepare ESG-related
statements and disclosures, including statements and disclosures to be furnished or filed with the SEC; monitoring disclosure requirements
under applicable laws, regulations and stock exchange rules and overseeing our plans and processes to comply with such disclosure requirements;
overseeing our ESG-related engagement efforts with shareholders, other key stakeholders and reviewing and advising the board of directors
on ESG-related shareholder proposals; reviewing our government relations strategies and activities, including any political activities
and contributions and lobbying activities; and reviewing our charitable programs and community investment activities.
The members of our ESG committee are Arunava Sen, Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau, Laurence
N. Charney and Robert L. Rosen. Our ESG committee operates under a written charter.
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Code of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines
Our board of directors has adopted a code of ethics that describes our commitment to,
and requirements in connection with, ethical issues relevant to business practices and personal conduct.
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Employees
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As of December 31, 2024, we and our consolidated subsidiaries employed 344 individuals,
respectively, as follows:
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December 31, 2024
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OPC
(1)
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338
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Kenon
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6
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Total
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344
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This table includes CPV’s employees.
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OPC
As of December 31, 2024, OPC employed 338 employees (including 167 CPV employees). For
further information on OPC’s employees, see “
Item 4.B Business Overview—Our Businesses—OPC’s
Business—OPC’s Description of Operations—Employees
.”
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Share Ownership
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Interests of our Directors and our Employees
In 2024, Kenon had in place the Share Incentive Plan 2014 and the Share Option Plan
2014 for its directors and management. Under the Share Incentive Plan 2014 and the Share Option Plan 2014, Kenon may from time to time
grant awards over its shares, and options in respect of its shares, respectively, to management and directors of Kenon, or to officers
of Kenon’s subsidiaries or associated companies. The total number of shares underlying awards which may be granted under the Share
Incentive Plan 2014 or delivered pursuant to the exercise of options granted under the Share Option Plan 2014, when added to the total
number of new shares allotted and issued and/or to be allotted and issued and issued shares (including treasury shares) delivered and/or
to be delivered (i) pursuant to awards already granted under the Share Incentive Plan 2014; and (ii) pursuant to options already granted
under the Share Option Plan 2014 shall not, in the aggregate, exceed 3% of the total issued shares (excluding treasury shares) of Kenon.
Kenon granted awards of shares to directors and certain members of its management under the Share Incentive Plan 2014 in 2024, with a
value of $0.5 million. In 2024, following approval of our shareholders, we extended the term of the Share Incentive Plan 2014 for further
ten years from 2024.
The Share Option Plan 2014, which was approved and adopted by our Board of Directors
on December 10, 2014, has since expired on December 9, 2024. No further options may be granted under the Share Option Plan 2014 following
its expiry and there are no options outstanding under the Share Option Plan 2014.
Equity Awards to Certain Executive Officers—Subsidiaries and Associated Companies
Kenon’s subsidiaries and associated companies may, from time to time, adopt equity
compensation arrangements for officers and directors of the relevant entity. Kenon expects any such arrangements to be on customary terms
and within customary limits (in terms of dilution). In 2024, OPC allocated equity compensation comprising 517,707 options to certain employees,
in accordance with the Equity Compensation Plan adopted by OPC in June 2024, and in January 2025, OPC allocated 203,663 options to OPC’s
chairman of the board, and in March OPC allocated 440,677 options to certain employees and officers.
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ITEM 7.
Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions
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Major Shareholders
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The following table sets forth information regarding the beneficial ownership of our
ordinary shares as of March 31, 2025, by each person or entity beneficially owning 5% or more of our ordinary shares, based upon the 52,150,242
ordinary shares outstanding as of such date, which represents our entire issued and outstanding share capital as of such date. The information
set out below is based on public filings with the SEC as of March 31, 2025.
As of March 31, 2025, 52,148,903 of our shares (99.99%) were held by one holder of record
in the United States, Cede Co., as nominee for the Depository Trust Company, which indirectly holds our shares traded on the NYSE
and the TASE. Such numbers are not representative of the portion of our shares held in the United States nor are they representative of
the number of beneficial holders residing in the United States. Our remaining shares were held by 6 shareholders of record as of that
date.
All of our ordinary shares have the same voting rights.
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Beneficial Owner
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Ordinary Shares
Owned |
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Percentage of
Ordinary Shares |
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Ansonia Holdings Singapore B.V.
(1)
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32,497,569
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61.6
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%
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Harel Insurance Investments Financial Services Ltd
(2)
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2,716,996
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5.1
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%
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Yelin Lapidot Holdings Management Ltd.
(3)
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2,647,519
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5.06
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%
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Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd.
(4)
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2,658,773
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5.0
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%
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Directors and Senior Management (Executive Officers)
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—
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*
(5)
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Based solely on the Schedule 13-D/A (Amendment No. 5) filed by Ansonia Holdings Singapore B.V. with the SEC on July 7, 2021. A discretionary
trust, in which Mr. Idan Ofer is the beneficiary, indirectly holds 100% of Ansonia Holdings Singapore B.V.
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Based solely on the Schedule 13G filed by Harel Insurance Investments Financial Services Ltd (“Harel”) with the
SEC on January 17, 2025. According to the Schedule 13G, the 2,716,996 ordinary shares consists of (i) 2,622,366 ordinary shares held for
members of the public through, among others, provident funds and/or mutual funds and/or pension funds and/or insurance policies and/or
exchange traded funds, which are managed by subsidiaries of Harel, each of which subsidiaries operates under independent management and
makes independent voting and investment decisions and (ii) 94,630 ordinary shares held by third-party client accounts managed by a subsidiary
of Harel as portfolio managers, which subsidiary operates under independent management and makes independent investment decisions and
has no voting power in the securities held in such client accounts.
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Based solely on the Schedule 13G filed by Yelin Lapidot Holdings Management Ltd. ("Yelin Lapidot Holdings")
with the SEC on February 6, 2025. According to the Schedule 13G, the 2,647,519 ordinary shares consists of (i) 344,650 ordinary shares
beneficially owned by mutual funds managed by Yelin Lapidot Mutual Funds Management Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yelin Lapidot Holdings
and (ii) 2,302,869 ordinary shares beneficially owned by provident funds managed by Yelin Lapidot Provident Funds Management Ltd., a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Yelin Lapidot Holdings. According to the Schedule 13G, Mr. Yelin owns 24.38% of the share capital and 25.00% of the
voting rights of Yelin Lapidot Holdings, Mr. Lapidot owns 24.62% of the share capital and 25.00% of the voting rights of Yelin Lapidot
Holdings.
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Based solely on the Schedule 13G filed by Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd. (“Clal”) with the SEC on August 5,
2024. According to the Schedule 13G, the 2,658,773 ordinary shares consists of (i) 28,553 ordinary shares beneficially held for its own
account; and (ii) 2,630,220 ordinary shares held for members of the public through, among others, provident funds and/or pension funds
and/or insurance policies, which are managed by subsidiaries of Clal, which subsidiaries operate under independent management and make
independent voting and investment decisions.
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Own less than 1% of Kenon’s ordinary shares.
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Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules and regulations of the
SEC. In computing the number of shares beneficially owned by a person and the percentage ownership of that person, we have included shares
that such person has the right to acquire within 60 days, including through the exercise of any option, warrant or other right or the
conversion of any other security. These shares, however, are not included in the computation of the percentage ownership of any other
person.
We are not aware of any arrangement that may, at a subsequent date, result in a change
of our control.
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| B. |
Related Party Transactions
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Kenon
Pursuant to its charter, the audit committee must review and approve all related party
transactions. In addition, we have undertaken that, for so long as we are listed on the NYSE, to the extent that we or our subsidiaries
will enter into transactions with related parties, such transactions will be considered and approved by us or our wholly-owned subsidiaries
in a manner that is consistent with customary practices followed by companies incorporated in Delaware and shall be reviewed in accordance
with the requirements of Delaware law.
We are party to related party transactions with certain of our affiliates. Set forth
below is a summary of these transactions. For further information, see Note 28 to our financial statements included in this annual report.
| C. | Interests of Experts and Counsel |
Not applicable.
ITEM 8.
Financial Information
| A. |
Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information
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For information on the financial statements filed as a part of this annual report, see
“
Item 18. Financial Statements
.” For information on our legal proceedings, see “
Item
4.B Business Overview
” and Note 20 to our financial statements included in this annual report. For information on our dividend
policy, see “
Item 10.B Constitution
.”
For a discussion of significant legal proceedings to which OPC’s businesses are
party and other contingent liabilities, see Note 18 to our financial statements included in this annual report.
| B. |
Significant Changes
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For information on any significant changes that may have occurred since the date of
our annual financial statements, see “
Item 4.B.—Our Businesses—Qoros,
”
“
Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects—Recent Developments.
”
ITEM 9.
The Offer and Listing
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Offer and Listing Details
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Kenon’s ordinary shares are listed on the TASE (trading symbol: KEN), our primary
host market, and the NYSE (trading symbol: KEN), our principal market outside our host market.
| B. |
Plan of Distribution
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Not applicable.
| C. |
Markets
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Our ordinary shares are listed on each of the NYSE and the TASE under the symbol “KEN.”
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| D. |
Selling Shareholders
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Not applicable.
| E. |
Dilution
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Not applicable.
| F. |
Expenses of the Issue
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Not applicable.
ITEM 10.
Additional Information
| A. | Share Capital |
Not applicable.
| B. |
Constitution
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The following description of our Constitution is a summary and is qualified by reference
to the Constitution, a copy of which has been filed with the SEC. Subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and any other
written law and its Constitution, the Company has full capacity to carry on or undertake any business or activity, do any act or enter
into any transaction.
New Shares
Under Singapore law, new shares may be issued only with the prior approval of our shareholders
in a general meeting. General approval may be sought from our shareholders in a general meeting for the issue of shares. Approval, if
granted, will lapse at the earliest of:
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the conclusion of the next annual general meeting;
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the expiration of the period within which the next annual general meeting is required by law to be held (i.e., within six months
after our financial year end, being December 31); or
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the subsequent revocation or modification of approval by our shareholders acting at a duly convened general meeting.
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Our shareholders have provided such general authority to issue new shares until the
conclusion of our 2025 annual general meeting. Subject to this and the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and our Constitution,
all new shares are under the control of the directors who may allot and issue new shares to such persons on such terms and conditions
and with the rights and restrictions as they may think fit to impose.
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Preference Shares
Our Constitution provides that we may issue shares of a different class with preferential,
deferred or other special rights, privileges or conditions as our board of directors may determine. Under the Singapore Companies Act,
our preference shareholders will have the right to attend any general meeting insofar as the circumstances set forth below apply and on
a poll at such general meeting, to have at least one vote for every preference share held:
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upon any resolution concerning the winding-up of our company under section 160 of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act
2018; and
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upon any resolution which varies the rights attached to such preference shares.
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We may, subject to the prior approval in a general meeting of our shareholders, issue
preference shares which are, or at our option, subject to redemption provided that such preference shares may not be redeemed out of capital
unless:
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all the directors have made a solvency statement in relation to such redemption; and
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we have lodged a copy of the statement with the Singapore Registrar of Companies.
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Further, the shares must be fully paid-up before they are redeemed.
Transfer of Ordinary Shares
Subject to applicable securities laws in relevant jurisdictions and our Constitution,
our ordinary shares are freely transferable. Shares may be transferred by a duly signed instrument of transfer in any usual or common
form or in a form acceptable to our directors. The directors may decline to register any transfer unless, among other things, evidence
of payment of any stamp duty payable with respect to the transfer is provided together with other evidence of ownership and title as the
directors may require. We will replace lost or destroyed certificates for shares upon notice to us and upon, among other things, the applicant
furnishing evidence and indemnity as the directors may require and the payment of all applicable fees.
Election and Re-election of Directors
Under our Constitution, our shareholders by ordinary resolution, or our board of directors,
may appoint any person to be a director as an additional director or to fill a casual vacancy, provided that any person so appointed by
our board of directors shall hold office only until the next annual general meeting, and shall then be eligible for re-election.
Our Constitution provides that, subject to the Singapore Companies Act, no person other
than a director retiring at a general meeting is eligible for appointment as a director at any general meeting, without the recommendation
of the Board for election, unless (i) in the case of a member or members who in aggregate hold(s) more than 50% of the total number of
our issued and paid-up shares (excluding treasury shares), not less than ten days, or (ii) in the case of a member or members who in aggregate
hold(s) more than 5% of the total number of our issued and paid-up shares (excluding treasury shares), not less than 120 days, before
the date of the notice provided to members in connection with the general meeting, a written notice signed by such member or members (other
than the person to be proposed for appointment) who (iii) are qualified to attend and vote at the meeting for which such notice is given,
and (iv) have held shares representing the prescribed threshold in (i) or (ii) above, for a continuous period of at least one year prior
to the date on which such notice is given, is lodged at our registered office. Such a notice must also include the consent of the person
nominated.
Shareholders’ Meetings
We are required to hold an annual general meeting each year. Annual general meetings
must be held within six months after our financial year end, being December 31. The directors may convene an extraordinary general meeting
whenever they think fit and they must do so upon the written request of shareholders representing not less than one-tenth of the paid-up
shares as at the date of deposit carries the right to vote at general meetings (disregarding paid-up shares held as treasury shares).
In addition, two or more shareholders holding not less than one-tenth of our total number of issued shares (excluding our treasury shares)
may call a meeting of our shareholders. The Singapore Companies Act requires not less than:
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14 days’ written notice to be given by Kenon of a general meeting to pass an ordinary resolution; and
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21 days’ written notice to be given by Kenon of a general meeting to pass a special resolution,
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to every member and the auditors of Kenon. Our Constitution further provides that in
computing the notice period, both the day on which the notice is served, or deemed to be served, and the day for which the notice is given
shall be excluded.
Unless otherwise required by law or by our Constitution, voting at general meetings
is by ordinary resolution, requiring the affirmative vote of a simple majority of the shares present in person or represented by proxy
at the meeting and entitled to vote on the resolution. An ordinary resolution suffices, for example, for appointments of directors. A
special resolution, requiring an affirmative vote of not less than three-fourths of the shares present in person or represented by proxy
at the meeting and entitled to vote on the resolution, is necessary for certain matters under Singapore law, such as an alteration of
our Constitution.
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Voting Rights
Voting at any meeting of shareholders is by a show of hands unless a poll is duly demanded
before or on the declaration of the result of the show of hands. If voting is by a show of hands, every shareholder who is entitled to
vote and who is present in person or by proxy at the meeting has one vote. On a poll, every shareholder who is present in person or by
proxy or by attorney, or in the case of a corporation, by a representative, has one vote for every share held by him or which he represents.
Dividends
Any dividends we may pay are limited by the amount of available distributable reserves,
which, under Singapore law, is assessed on the basis of Kenon’s stand-alone accounts (which are based upon the SFRS). Under Singapore
law, it is also possible to effect a capital reduction exercise to return cash and/or assets to our shareholders. The completion of a
capital reduction exercise may require the approval of the Singapore Courts, and we may not be successful in our attempts to obtain such
approval. In addition, we have completed significant capital reduction exercises in connection with some prior distributions, and we have
limited additional capacity to effect distributions through capital reductions.
Additionally, because we are a holding company, our ability to pay cash dividends, or
declare a distribution-in-kind of the ordinary shares of any of our businesses, may be limited by restrictions on our ability to obtain
sufficient funds through dividends from our businesses, including restrictions under the terms of the agreements governing the indebtedness
of our businesses. Subject to the foregoing, the payment of cash dividends, if any, will be at the discretion of our board of directors
and will depend upon such factors as earnings levels, capital requirements, contractual restrictions, our overall financial condition,
available distributable reserves and any other factors deemed relevant by our board of directors. Generally, a final dividend is declared
out of profits disclosed by the accounts presented to the annual general meeting, and requires approval of our shareholders. However,
our board of directors can declare interim dividends without approval of our shareholders.
Bonus Issues
In a general meeting, our shareholders may, upon the recommendation of the directors,
capitalize any reserves or profits and distribute them as fully paid bonus shares to the shareholders in proportion to their shareholdings.
Takeovers
The Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, the Singapore Companies Act and the Securities
and Futures Act 2001 regulate, among other things, the acquisition of voting shares of Singapore-incorporated public companies. Any person
acquiring an interest, whether by a series of transactions over a period of time or not, either on his own or together with parties acting
in concert with such person, in 30% or more of our voting shares, or, if such person holds, either on his own or together with parties
acting in concert with such person, between 30% and 50% (both amounts inclusive) of our voting shares, and if such person (or parties
acting in concert with such person) acquires additional voting shares representing more than 1% of our voting shares in any six-month
period, must, except with the consent of the Securities Industry Council of Singapore, extend a mandatory takeover offer for the remaining
voting shares in accordance with the provisions of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers.
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“Parties acting in concert” comprise individuals or companies who, pursuant
to an agreement or understanding (whether formal or informal), cooperate, through the acquisition by any of them of shares in a company,
to obtain or consolidate effective control of that company. Certain persons are presumed (unless the presumption is rebutted) to be acting
in concert with each other. They include:
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a company and its related companies, the associated companies of any of the company and its related companies, companies whose associated
companies include any of these companies and any person who has provided financial assistance (other than a bank in the ordinary course
of business) to any of the foregoing for the purchase of voting rights;
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a company and its directors (including their close relatives, related trusts and companies controlled by any of the directors, their
close relatives and related trusts);
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a company and its pension funds and employee share schemes;
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a person and any investment company, unit trust or other fund whose investment such person manages on a discretionary basis but only
in respect of the investment account which such person manages;
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a financial or other professional adviser, including a stockbroker, and its clients in respect of shares held by the adviser and
persons controlling, controlled by or under the same control as the adviser;
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directors of a company (including their close relatives, related trusts and companies controlled by any of such directors, their
close relatives and related trusts) which is subject to an offer or where the directors have reason to believe a bona fide offer for the
company may be imminent;
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partners; and
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an individual and such person’s close relatives, related trusts, any person who is accustomed to act in accordance with such
person’s instructions and companies controlled by the individual, such person’s close relatives, related trusts or any person
who is accustomed to act in accordance with such person’s instructions and any person who has provided financial assistance (other
than a bank in the ordinary course of business) to any of the foregoing for the purchase of voting rights.
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Subject to certain exceptions, a mandatory takeover offer must be in cash or be accompanied
by a cash alternative at not less than the highest price paid by the offeror or parties acting in concert with the offeror during the
offer period and within the six months preceding the acquisition of shares that triggered the mandatory offer obligation.
Under the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, where effective control of a company
is acquired or consolidated by a person, or persons acting in concert, a general offer to all other shareholders is normally required.
An offeror must treat all shareholders of the same class in an offeree company equally. A fundamental requirement is that shareholders
in the company subject to the takeover offer must be given sufficient information, advice and time to consider and decide on the offer.
These legal requirements may impede or delay a takeover of our company by a third party.
In October 2014, the Securities Industry Council of Singapore waived the application
of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers to Kenon, subject to certain conditions. Pursuant to the waiver, for as long as Kenon
is not listed on a securities exchange in Singapore, and except in the case of a tender offer (within the meaning of U.S. securities laws)
where the offeror relies on a Tier 1 exemption to avoid full compliance with U.S. tender offer regulations, the Singapore Code on Take-overs
and Mergers shall not apply to Kenon.
Insofar as the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers applies to Kenon, the Singapore
Code on Take-overs and Mergers generally provides that the board of directors of Kenon should bring the offer to the shareholders of Kenon
in accordance with the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers and refrain from taking any action which will deny the shareholders from
the opportunity to decide on the merits of the offer.
Liquidation or Other Return of Capital
On a winding-up or other return of capital, subject to any special rights attaching
to any other class of shares, holders of ordinary shares will be entitled to participate in any surplus assets in proportion to their
shareholdings.
Limitations on Rights to Hold or Vote Ordinary Shares
Except as discussed above under “—
Takeovers
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there are no limitations imposed by the laws of Singapore or by our Constitution on the right of non-resident shareholders to hold or
vote ordinary shares.
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Limitations of Liability and Indemnification Matters
Our Constitution currently provides that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore
Companies Act and every other act applicable to Kenon, every director, secretary or other officer of our company or our subsidiaries and
affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by our company against all costs, interest, charges, losses, expenses and liabilities incurred
by him or her in the execution and discharge of his or her duties (and where he serves at our request as a director, officer, employee
or agent of any of our subsidiaries or affiliates) or in relation thereto and in particular and without prejudice to the generality of
the foregoing, no director, secretary or other officer of our company shall be liable for the acts, receipts, neglects or defaults of
any other director or officer or for joining in any receipt or other act for conformity or for any loss or expense happening to our company
through the insufficiency or deficiency of title to any property acquired by order of the directors for or on behalf of our company or
for the insufficiency or deficiency of any security in or upon which any of the moneys of our company shall be invested or for any loss
or damage arising from the bankruptcy, insolvency or tortious act of any person with whom any moneys, securities or effects shall be deposited
or left or for any other loss, damage or misfortune whatever which shall happen in the execution of the duties of his or her office or
in relation thereto unless the same shall happen through his or her own negligence, willful default, breach of duty or breach of trust.
The limitation of liability and indemnification provisions in our Constitution may discourage
shareholders from bringing a lawsuit against directors for breach of their fiduciary duties. They may also reduce the likelihood of derivative
litigation against directors and officers, even though an action, if successful, might benefit us and our shareholders. A shareholder’s
investment may be harmed to the extent we pay the costs of settlement and damage awards against directors and officers pursuant to these
indemnification provisions. Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933, or the Securities Act,
may be permitted to our directors, officers and controlling persons pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, we have been advised
that, in the opinion of the SEC, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act, and is, therefore,
unenforceable.
Comparison of Shareholder Rights
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore. The following discussion summarizes
material differences between the rights of holders of our ordinary shares and the rights of holders of the common stock of a typical corporation
incorporated under the laws of the state of Delaware which result from differences in governing documents and the laws of Singapore and
Delaware.
This discussion does not purport to be a complete statement of the rights of holders
of our ordinary shares under applicable law in Singapore and our Constitution or the rights of holders of the common stock of a typical
corporation under applicable Delaware law and a typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws.
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Board of Directors
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A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws would provide that the number of
directors on the board of directors will be fixed from time to time by a vote of the majority of the authorized directors. Under Delaware
law, a board of directors can be divided into classes and cumulative voting in the election of directors is only permitted if expressly
authorized in a corporation’s certificate of incorporation.
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The constitution of companies will typically state the minimum and maximum number
of directors as well as provide that the number of directors may be increased or reduced by shareholders via ordinary resolution passed
at a general meeting, provided that the number of directors following such increase or reduction is within the maximum and minimum number
of directors provided in the constitution and the Singapore Companies Act, respectively. Our Constitution provides that, unless otherwise
determined by a general meeting, the minimum number of directors is five and the maximum number is 12.
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Limitation on Personal Liability of Directors
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A typical certificate of incorporation provides for the elimination of personal monetary
liability of directors for breach of fiduciary duties as directors to the fullest extent permissible under the laws of Delaware, except
for liability (i) for any breach of a director’s loyalty to the corporation or its stockholders, (ii) for acts or omissions not
in good faith or which involve intentional misconduct or a knowing violation of law, (iii) under Section 174 of the Delaware General Corporation
Law (relating to the liability of directors for unlawful payment of a dividend or an unlawful stock purchase or redemption) or (iv) for
any transaction from which the director derived an improper personal benefit. A typical certificate of incorporation would also provide
that if the Delaware General Corporation Law is amended so as to allow further elimination of, or limitations on, director liability,
then the liability of directors will be eliminated or limited to the fullest extent permitted by the Delaware General Corporation Law
as so amended.
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Pursuant to the Singapore Companies Act, any provision (whether in the constitution,
contract or otherwise) purporting to exempt or indemnify a director (to any extent) from any liability attaching in connection with any
negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust in relation to Kenon will be void except as permitted under the Singapore Companies
Act. Nevertheless, a director can be released by the shareholders of Kenon for breaches of duty to Kenon, except in the case of fraud,
illegality, insolvency and oppression or disregard of minority interests.
Our Constitution currently provides that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore
Companies Act and every other act for the time being in force concerning companies and affecting Kenon, every director, auditor, secretary
or other officer of Kenon and its subsidiaries and affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by Kenon against all liabilities incurred
by him in the execution and discharge of his duties and where he serves at the request of Kenon as a director, officer, employee or agent
of any subsidiary or affiliate of Kenon or in relation thereto, including any liability incurred by him in defending any proceedings,
whether civil or criminal, which relate to anything done or omitted or alleged to have been done or omitted by him as an officer or employee
of Kenon, and in which judgment is given in his favor (or the proceedings otherwise disposed of without any finding or admission of any
material breach of duty on his part) or in which he is acquitted, or in connection with an application under statute in respect of such
act or omission in which relief is granted to him by the court.
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Interested Shareholders
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Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law generally prohibits a Delaware
corporation from engaging in specified corporate transactions (such as mergers, stock and asset sales, and loans) with an “interested
stockholder” for three years following the time that the stockholder becomes an interested stockholder. Subject to specified exceptions,
an “interested stockholder” is a person or group that owns 15% or more of the corporation’s outstanding voting stock
(including any rights to acquire stock pursuant to an option, warrant, agreement, arrangement or understanding, or upon the exercise of
conversion or exchange rights, and stock with respect to which the person has voting rights only), or is an affiliate or associate of
the corporation and was the owner of 15% or more of the voting stock at any time within the previous three years.
A Delaware corporation may elect to “opt out” of, and not be governed
by, Section 203 through a provision in either its original certificate of incorporation, or an amendment to its original certificate or
bylaws that was approved by majority stockholder vote. With a limited exception, this amendment would not become effective until 12 months
following its adoption.
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There are no comparable provisions in Singapore with respect to public companies which
are not listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited.
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Removal of Directors
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A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws provide that, subject to the rights
of holders of any preferred stock, directors may be removed at any time by the affirmative vote of the holders of at least a majority,
or in some instances a supermajority, of the voting power of all of the then outstanding shares entitled to vote generally in the election
of directors, voting together as a single class. A certificate of incorporation could also provide that such a right is only exercisable
when a director is being removed for cause (removal of a director only for cause is the default rule in the case of a classified board).
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According to the Singapore Companies Act, directors of a public company may be removed
before expiration of their term of office with or without cause by ordinary resolution (i.e., a resolution which is passed by a simple
majority of those shareholders present and voting in person or by proxy). Notice of the intention to move such a resolution has to be
given to Kenon not less than 28 days before the meeting at which it is moved. Kenon shall then give notice of such resolution to its shareholders
not less than 14 days before the meeting. Where any director removed in this manner was appointed to represent the interests of any particular
class of shareholders or debenture holders, the resolution to remove such director will not take effect until such director’s successor
has been appointed.
Our Constitution provides that Kenon may by ordinary resolution of which special notice
has been given, remove any director before the expiration of his period of office, notwithstanding anything in the Constitution or in
any agreement between Kenon and such director and appoint another person in place of the director so removed.
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Filling Vacancies on the Board of Directors
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A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws provide that, subject to the rights
of the holders of any preferred stock, any vacancy, whether arising through death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, removal,
an increase in the number of directors or any other reason, may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining directors, even if such
directors remaining in office constitute less than a quorum, or by the sole remaining director. Any newly elected director usually holds
office for the remainder of the full term expiring at the annual meeting of stockholders at which the term of the class of directors to
which the newly elected director has been elected expires.
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The constitution of a Singapore company typically provides that the directors have
the power to appoint any person to be a director, either to fill a vacancy or as an addition to the existing directors, but so that the
total number of directors will not at any time exceed the maximum number fixed in the constitution. Any newly elected director shall hold
office until the next following annual general meeting, where such director will then be eligible for re-election. Our Constitution provides
that the shareholders may by ordinary resolution, or the directors may, appoint any person to be a director as an additional director
or to fill a vacancy provided that any person so appointed by the directors will only hold office until the next annual general meeting,
and will then be eligible for re-election.
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Amendment of Governing Documents
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, amendments to a corporation’s certificate
of incorporation require the approval of stockholders holding a majority of the outstanding shares entitled to vote on the amendment.
If a class vote on the amendment is required by the Delaware General Corporation Law, a majority of the outstanding stock of the class
is required, unless a greater proportion is specified in the certificate of incorporation or by other provisions of the Delaware General
Corporation Law. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, the board of directors may amend bylaws if so authorized in the charter.
The stockholders of a Delaware corporation also have the power to amend bylaws.
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Our Constitution may be altered by special resolution (i.e., a resolution passed by
at least a three-fourths majority of the shares entitled to vote, present in person or by proxy at a meeting for which not less than 21
days’ written notice is given). The board of directors has no right to amend the constitution.
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Meetings of Shareholders
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Annual and Special Meetings
Typical bylaws provide that annual meetings of stockholders are to be held on a date
and at a time fixed by the board of directors. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a special meeting of stockholders may be called
by the board of directors or by any other person authorized to do so in the certificate of incorporation or the bylaws.
Quorum Requirements
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation’s certificate of incorporation
or bylaws can specify the number of shares which constitute the quorum required to conduct business at a meeting, provided that in no
event shall a quorum consist of less than one-third of the shares entitled to vote at a meeting.
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Annual General Meetings
All companies are required to hold an annual general meeting once every calendar year.
The first annual general meeting was required to be held within 18 months of Kenon’s incorporation and subsequently, annual general
meetings must be held within six months after Kenon’s financial year end.
Extraordinary General Meetings
Any general meeting other than the annual general meeting is called an “extraordinary
general meeting”. Two or more members (shareholders) holding not less than 10% of the total number of issued shares (excluding treasury
shares) may call an extraordinary general meeting. In addition, the constitution usually also provides that general meetings may be convened
in accordance with the Singapore Companies Act by the directors.
Notwithstanding anything in the constitution, the directors are required to convene
a general meeting if required to do so by requisition (i.e., written notice to directors requiring that a meeting be called) by shareholder(s)
holding not less than 10% of the total number of paid-up shares of Kenon carrying voting rights.
Our Constitution provides that the directors may, whenever they think fit, convene
an extraordinary general meeting.
Quorum Requirements
Our Constitution provides that shareholders entitled to vote holding 33 and 1/3% of
our issued and paid-up shares, present in person or by proxy at a meeting, shall be a quorum. In the event a quorum is not present, the
meeting (i) (if not requisitioned by shareholders) may be adjourned for one week; and (ii) (if requisitioned by shareholders) shall be
dissolved.
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Indemnification of Officers, Directors and Employers
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, subject to specified limitations in the
case of derivative suits brought by a corporation’s stockholders in its name, a corporation may indemnify any person who is made
a party to any third-party action, suit or proceeding on account of being a director, officer, employee or agent of the corporation (or
was serving at the request of the corporation in such capacity for another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise)
against expenses, including attorney’s fees, judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement actually and reasonably incurred by
him or her in connection with the action, suit or proceeding through, among other things, a majority vote of a quorum consisting of directors
who were not parties to the suit or proceeding, if the person:
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acted in good faith and in a manner he or she reasonably believed to be in or not opposed
to the best interests of the corporation or, in some circumstances, at least not opposed to its best interests; and
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in a criminal proceeding, had no reasonable cause to believe his or her conduct was
unlawful.
Delaware corporate law permits indemnification by a corporation under similar circumstances
for expenses (including attorneys’ fees) actually and reasonably incurred by such persons in connection with the defense or settlement
of a derivative action or suit, except that no indemnification may be made in respect of any claim, issue or matter as to which the person
is adjudged to be liable to the corporation unless the Delaware Court of Chancery or the court in which the action or suit was brought
determines upon application that the person is fairly and reasonably entitled to indemnity for the expenses which the court deems to be
proper.
To the extent a director, officer, employee or agent is successful in the defense
of such an action, suit or proceeding, the corporation is required by Delaware corporate law to indemnify such person for expenses (including
attorneys’ fees) actually and reasonably incurred thereby. Expenses (including attorneys’ fees) incurred by such persons in
defending any action, suit or proceeding may be paid in advance of the final disposition of such action, suit or proceeding upon receipt
of an undertaking by or on behalf of that person to repay the amount if it is ultimately determined that that person is not entitled to
be so indemnified.
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The Singapore Companies Act specifically provides that Kenon is allowed to:
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purchase and maintain for any officer insurance
against any liability attaching to such officer in respect of any negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust in relation to
Kenon;
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indemnify such officer against liability incurred by a director to a person other than Kenon except when the indemnity is against
(i) any liability of the director to pay a fine in criminal proceedings or a sum payable to a regulatory authority by way of a penalty
in respect of non-compliance with any requirement of a regulatory nature (however arising); or (ii) any liability incurred by the officer
(1) in defending criminal proceedings in which he is convicted, (2) in defending civil proceedings brought by Kenon or a related company
of Kenon in which judgment is given against him or (3) in connection with an application for relief under specified sections of the Singapore
Companies Act in which the court refuses to grant him relief;
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indemnify any auditor against any liability incurred or to be incurred by such auditor in defending any proceedings (whether civil
or criminal) in which judgment is given in such auditor’s favor or in which such auditor is acquitted; or
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In cases where, inter alia, an officer is sued by Kenon, the Singapore Companies Act
gives the court the power to relieve directors either wholly or partially from the consequences of their negligence, default, breach of
duty or breach of trust. However, Singapore case law has indicated that such relief will not be granted to a director who has benefited
as a result of his or her breach of trust. In order for relief to be obtained, it must be shown that (i) the director acted reasonably;
(ii) the director acted honestly; and (iii) it is fair, having regard to all the circumstances of the case including those connected with
such director’s appointment, to excuse the director.
Our Constitution currently provides that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore
Companies Act and every other act for the time being in force concerning companies and affecting Kenon, every director, auditor, secretary
or other officer of Kenon and its subsidiaries and affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by Kenon against all liabilities incurred
by him in the execution and discharge of his duties and where he serves at the request of Kenon as a director, officer, employee or agent
of any subsidiary or affiliate of Kenon or in relation thereto, including any liability incurred by him in defending any proceedings,
whether civil or criminal, which relate to anything done or omitted or alleged to have been done or omitted by him as an officer or employee
of Kenon, and in which judgment is given in his favor (or the proceedings otherwise disposed of without any finding or admission of any
material breach of duty on his part) or in which he is acquitted, or in connection with an application under statute in respect of such
act or omission in which relief is granted to him by the court.
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Shareholder Approval of Business Combinations
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Generally, under the Delaware General Corporation Law, completion of a merger, consolidation,
or the sale, lease or exchange of substantially all of a corporation’s assets or dissolution requires approval by the board of directors
and by a majority (unless the certificate of incorporation requires a higher percentage) of outstanding stock of the corporation entitled
to vote.
The Delaware General Corporation Law also requires a special vote of stockholders
in connection with a business combination with an “interested stockholder” as defined in section 203 of the Delaware General
Corporation Law. For further information on such provisions, see “—
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above.
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The Singapore Companies Act mandates that specified corporate actions require approval
by the shareholders in a general meeting, notably:
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notwithstanding anything in our Constitution, directors are not permitted to carry into
effect any proposals for disposing of the whole or substantially the whole of Kenon’s undertaking or property unless those proposals
have been approved by shareholders in a general meeting;
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subject to the constitution of each amalgamating company, an amalgamation
proposal must be approved by the shareholders of each amalgamating company via special resolution at a general meeting; and
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notwithstanding anything in our Constitution, the directors may not, without
the prior approval of shareholders, issue shares, including shares being issued in connection with corporate actions.
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Shareholder Action Without a Meeting
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, unless otherwise provided in a corporation’s
certificate of incorporation, any action that may be taken at a meeting of stockholders may be taken without a meeting, without prior
notice and without a vote if the holders of outstanding stock, having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary
to authorize such action, consent in writing. It is not uncommon for a corporation’s certificate of incorporation to prohibit such
action.
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There are no equivalent provisions under the Singapore Companies Act in respect of
passing shareholders’ resolutions by written means that apply to public companies listed on a securities exchange.
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Shareholder Suits
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a stockholder may bring a derivative action
on behalf of the corporation to enforce the rights of the corporation. An individual also may commence a class action suit on behalf of
himself or herself and other similarly situated stockholders where the requirements for maintaining a class action under the Delaware
General Corporation Law have been met. A person may institute and maintain such a suit only if such person was a stockholder at the time
of the transaction which is the subject of the suit or his or her shares thereafter devolved upon him or her by operation of law. Additionally,
under Delaware case law, the plaintiff generally must be a stockholder not only at the time of the transaction which is the subject of
the suit, but also through the duration of the derivative suit. Delaware Law also requires that the derivative plaintiff make a demand
on the directors of the corporation to assert the corporate claim before the suit may be prosecuted by the derivative plaintiff, unless
such demand would be futile.
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Derivative actions
The Singapore Companies Act has a provision which provides a mechanism enabling any
registered shareholder to apply to the court for permission to bring a derivative action on behalf of the company.
In addition to registered shareholders, courts are given the discretion to allow such
persons as they deem proper to apply as well (e.g., beneficial owners of shares or individual directors).
This provision of the Singapore Companies Act is primarily used by minority shareholders
to bring an action in the name and on behalf of the company or intervene in an action to which the company is a party for the purpose
of prosecuting, defending or discontinuing the action on behalf of the company.
Class actions
The concept of class action suits, which allows individual shareholders to bring an
action seeking to represent the class or classes of shareholders, generally does not exist in Singapore. However, it is possible as a
matter of procedure for a number of shareholders to lead an action and establish liability on behalf of themselves and other shareholders
who join in or who are made parties to the action.
Further, there are certain circumstances in which shareholders may file and prove
their claims for compensation in the event that Kenon has been convicted of a criminal offense or has a court order for the payment of
a civil penalty made against it.
Additionally, for as long as Kenon is listed in the U.S. or in Israel, Kenon has undertaken
not to claim that it is not subject to any derivative/class action that may be filed against it in the U.S. or Israel, as applicable,
solely on the basis that it is a Singapore company.
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Dividends or Other Distributions; Repurchases and Redemptions
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The Delaware General Corporation Law permits a corporation to declare and pay dividends
out of statutory surplus or, if there is no surplus, out of net profits for the fiscal year in which the dividend is declared and/or for
the preceding fiscal year as long as the amount of capital of the corporation following the declaration and payment of the dividend is
not less than the aggregate amount of the capital represented by the issued and outstanding stock of all classes having a preference upon
the distribution of assets.
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, any corporation may purchase or redeem
its own shares, except that generally it may not purchase or redeem these shares if the capital of the corporation is impaired at the
time or would become impaired as a result of the redemption. A corporation may, however, purchase or redeem out of capital shares that
are entitled upon any distribution of its assets to a preference over another class or series of its shares if the shares are to be retired
and the capital reduced.
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The Singapore Companies Act provides that no dividends can be paid to shareholders
except out of profits.
The Singapore Companies Act does not provide a definition on when profits are deemed
to be available for the purpose of paying dividends and this is accordingly governed by case law. Our Constitution provides that no dividend
can be paid otherwise than out of profits of Kenon.
Acquisition of a company’s own shares
The Singapore Companies Act generally prohibits a company from acquiring its own shares
subject to certain exceptions. Any contract or transaction by which a company acquires or transfers its own shares is void. However, provided
that it is expressly permitted to do so by its Constitution and subject to the special conditions of each permitted acquisition contained
in the Singapore Companies Act, Kenon may:
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redeem redeemable preference shares (the redemption of these shares will not
reduce the capital of Kenon). Preference shares may be redeemed out of capital if all the directors make a solvency statement in relation
to such redemption in accordance with the Singapore Companies Act;
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whether listed (on an approved exchange in Singapore or any securities exchange outside
Singapore) or not, make an off-market purchase of its own shares in accordance with an equal access scheme authorized in advance at a
general meeting;
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whether listed on a securities exchange (in Singapore or outside Singapore) or
not, make a selective off-market purchase of its own shares in accordance with an agreement authorized in advance at a general meeting
by a special resolution where persons whose shares are to be acquired and their associated persons have abstained from voting; and
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whether listed (on an approved exchange in Singapore or any securities exchange outside
Singapore) or not, make a purchase of its own shares under a contingent purchase contract which has been authorized in advance at a general
meeting by a special resolution.
Kenon may also purchase its own shares by an order of a Singapore court.
The total number of ordinary shares that may be acquired by Kenon in a relevant period
may not exceed 20% of the total number of ordinary shares in that class as of the date of the resolution pursuant to the relevant share
repurchase provisions under the Singapore Companies Act. Where, however, Kenon has reduced its share capital by a special resolution or
a Singapore court made an order to such effect, the total number of ordinary shares shall be taken to be the total number of ordinary
shares in that class as altered by the special resolution or the order of the court. Payment must be made out of Kenon’s distributable
profits or capital, provided that Kenon is solvent. Such payment may include any expenses (including brokerage or commission) incurred
directly in the purchase or acquisition by Kenon of its ordinary shares.
Financial assistance for the acquisition of shares
Kenon may not give financial assistance to any person whether directly or indirectly
for the purpose of:
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the acquisition or proposed acquisition of shares in Kenon or units of such shares;
or
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the acquisition or proposed acquisition of shares in its holding company or ultimate
holding company, as the case may be, or units of such shares.
Financial assistance may take the form of a loan, the giving of a guarantee, the provision
of security, the release of an obligation, the release of a debt or otherwise.
However, Kenon may provide financial assistance for the acquisition of its shares
or shares in its holding company if it complies with the requirements (including, where applicable, approval by the board of directors
or by the passing of a special resolution by its shareholders) set out in the Singapore Companies Act. Our Constitution provides that
subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act, we may purchase or otherwise acquire our own shares upon such terms and subject
to such conditions as we may deem fit. These shares may be held as treasury shares or cancelled as provided in the Singapore Companies
Act or dealt with in such manner as may be permitted under the Singapore Companies Act. On cancellation of the shares, the rights and
privileges attached to those shares will expire.
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, some contracts or transactions in which
one or more of a corporation’s directors has an interest are not void or voidable because of such interest provided that some conditions,
such as obtaining the required approval and fulfilling the requirements of good faith and full disclosure, are met. Under the Delaware
General Corporation Law, either (i) the stockholders or the board of directors must approve in good faith any such contract or transaction
after full disclosure of the material facts or (ii) the contract or transaction must have been “fair” as to the corporation
at the time it was approved. If board approval is sought, the contract or transaction must be approved in good faith by a majority of
disinterested directors after full disclosure of material facts, even though less than a majority of a quorum.
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Under the Singapore Companies Act, the chief executive officer and directors are not
prohibited from dealing with Kenon, but where they have an interest in a transaction with Kenon, that interest must be disclosed to the
board of directors. In particular, the chief executive officer and every director who is in any way, whether directly or indirectly, interested
in a transaction or proposed transaction with Kenon must, as soon as practicable after the relevant facts have come to such officer or
director’s knowledge, declare the nature of such officer or director’s interest at a board of directors’ meeting or
send a written notice to Kenon containing details on the nature, character and extent of his interest in the transaction or proposed transaction
with Kenon.
In addition, a director or chief executive officer who holds any office or possesses
any property which, directly or indirectly, duties or interests might be created in conflict with such officer’s duties or interests
as director or chief executive officer, is required to declare the fact and the nature, character and extent of the conflict at a meeting
of directors or send a written notice to Kenon containing details on the nature, character and extent of the conflict.
The Singapore Companies Act extends the scope of this statutory duty of a director
or chief executive officer to disclose any interests by pronouncing that an interest of a member of the director’s or, as the case
may be, the chief executive officer’s family (including spouse, son, adopted son, step-son, daughter, adopted daughter and step-daughter)
will be treated as an interest of the director.
There is however no requirement for disclosure where the interest of the director
or chief executive officer (as the case may be) consists only of being a member or creditor of a corporation which is interested in the
transaction or proposed transaction with Kenon if the interest may properly be regarded as immaterial. Where the transaction or proposed
transaction relates to any loan to Kenon, no disclosure need be made where the director or chief executive officer has only guaranteed
or joined in guaranteeing the repayment of such loan, unless the constitution provides otherwise.
Further, where the proposed transaction is to be made with or for the benefit of a
related corporation (i.e., the holding company, subsidiary or subsidiary of a common holding company), no disclosure need be made of the
fact that the director or chief executive officer is also a director or chief executive officer of that corporation, unless the constitution
provides otherwise.
Subject to specified exceptions, including a loan to a director for expenditure in
defending criminal or civil proceedings, etc. or in connection with an investigation, or an action proposed to be taken by a regulatory
authority in connection with any alleged negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust by him in relation to Kenon, the Singapore
Companies Act prohibits Kenon from: (i) making a loan or quasi-loan to its directors or to directors of a related corporation (each, a
“relevant director”); (ii) giving a guarantee or security in connection with a loan or quasi-loan made to a relevant director
by any other person; (iii) entering into a credit transaction as creditor for the benefit of a relevant director; (iv) giving a guarantee
or security in connection with such credit transaction entered into by any person for the benefit of a relevant director; (v) taking part
in an arrangement where another person enters into any of the transactions in (i) to (iv) above or (vi) below and such person obtains
a benefit from Kenon or a related corporation; or (vi) arranging for the assignment to Kenon or assumption by Kenon of any rights, obligations
or liabilities under a transaction in (i) to (v) above. Kenon is also prohibited from entering into the transactions in (i) to (vi) above
with or for the benefit of a relevant director’s spouse or children (whether adopted or naturally or step-children).
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a stockholder of a corporation participating
in some types of major corporate transactions may, under varying circumstances, be entitled to appraisal rights pursuant to which the
stockholder may receive cash in the amount of the fair market value of his or her shares in lieu of the consideration he or she would
otherwise receive in the transaction.
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There are no equivalent provisions under the Singapore Companies Act.
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation may adopt in its bylaws
that its directors shall be elected by cumulative voting. When directors are elected by cumulative voting, a stockholder has the number
of votes equal to the number of shares held by such stockholder times the number of directors nominated for election. The stockholder
may cast all of such votes for one director or among the directors in any proportion.
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There is no equivalent provision under the Singapore Companies Act in respect of companies
incorporated in Singapore.
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Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, the certificate of incorporation of a
corporation may give the board the right to issue new classes of preferred stock with voting, conversion, dividend distribution, and other
rights to be determined by the board at the time of issuance, which could prevent a takeover attempt and thereby preclude shareholders
from realizing a potential premium over the market value of their shares.
In addition, Delaware law does not prohibit a corporation from adopting a stockholder
rights plan, or “poison pill,” which could prevent a takeover attempt and also preclude shareholders from realizing a potential
premium over the market value of their shares.
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The constitution of a Singapore company typically provides that the company may allot
and issue new shares of a different class with preferential, deferred, qualified or other special rights as its board of directors may
determine with the prior approval of the company’s shareholders in a general meeting. Our Constitution provides that our shareholders
may grant to our board the general authority to issue such preference shares until the next general meeting.
Singapore law does not generally prohibit a corporation from adopting “poison
pill” arrangements which could prevent a takeover attempt and also preclude shareholders from realizing a potential premium over
the market value of their shares.
However, under the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, if, in the course of
an offer, or even before the date of the offer announcement, the board of the offeree company has reason to believe that a bona fide offer
is imminent, the board must not, except pursuant to a contract entered into earlier, take any action, without the approval of shareholders
at a general meeting, on the affairs of the offeree company that could effectively result in any bona fide offer being frustrated or the
shareholders being denied an opportunity to decide on its merits.
For further information on the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, see “
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Material Contracts
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For information concerning our material contracts, see “
Item
4. Information on the Company
” and “
Item 5. Operating and Financial
Review and Prospects
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There are currently no exchange control restrictions in effect in Singapore.
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Taxation
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The following summary of the United States federal income tax and Singapore tax considerations
of ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares is based upon laws, regulations, decrees, rulings, income tax conventions (treaties),
administrative practice and judicial decisions in effect at the date of this annual report. Legislative, judicial or administrative changes
or interpretations may, however, be forthcoming that could alter or modify the statements and conclusions set forth herein. Any such changes
or interpretations may be retroactive and could affect the tax consequences to holders of our ordinary shares. This summary does not purport
to be a legal opinion or to address all tax aspects that may be relevant to a holder of our ordinary shares. Each prospective holder should
consult its tax adviser as to the particular tax considerations to such holder of the ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares,
including the applicability and effect of any other tax laws or tax treaties, of pending or proposed changes in applicable tax laws as
of the date of this annual report, and of any actual changes in applicable tax laws after such date.
U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations
The following summarizes certain U.S. federal income tax considerations of owning and
disposing of our ordinary shares. This summary applies only to U.S. Holders (defined below) that hold our ordinary shares as capital assets
for U.S. federal income tax purposes (generally, property held for investment) and that have the U.S. Dollar as its functional currency.
This summary is based on the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”),
Treasury regulations promulgated thereunder and judicial and administrative interpretations of the Code and the Treasury regulations,
all as in effect on the date hereof, and all of which are subject to change, possibly with retroactive effect and that could affect the
tax considerations described below. This summary does not purport to be a complete description of the U.S. federal income tax consequences
of the ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares, nor does it address the application of U.S. federal estate, gift or other non-income
tax considerations or any state, local or foreign tax considerations. Moreover, this summary does not address all the tax considerations
that may be relevant to holders of our ordinary shares in light of their particular circumstances, including any alternative minimum tax
considerations and the Medicare tax on certain investment income, or to holders that are subject to special rules such as (but not limited
to):
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persons that are subject to alternative minimum taxes;
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insurance companies;
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cooperatives;
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pension plans;
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regulated investment companies;
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real estate investment trusts;
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tax-exempt entities;
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banks and other financial institutions;
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pass-through entities;
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persons that hold our ordinary shares through partnerships (or other entities or arrangements classified as partnerships for U.S.
federal income tax purposes);
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persons that acquire our ordinary shares through any employee share option or otherwise as compensation;
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persons that actually or constructively own 10% or more of the total combined voting power of all classes of our voting stock or
10% or more of the total value of shares of all classes of our stock;
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traders in securities that elect to apply a mark-to-market method of accounting;
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investors that hold our ordinary shares as part of a “hedge,” “straddle,” “conversion,” “constructive
sale” or other integrated transaction for U.S. federal income tax purposes;
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investors that have a functional currency other than the U.S. Dollar; and
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individuals who receive our ordinary shares upon the exercise of compensatory options or otherwise as compensation.
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No assurance can be given that the Internal Revenue Services (the “IRS”)
would not assert, or that a court would not sustain, a position contrary to any of the tax considerations set forth below.
HOLDERS AND PROSPECTIVE INVESTORS SHOULD CONSULT THEIR TAX ADVISORS REGARDING THE APPLICATION
OF THE U.S. FEDERAL TAX RULES TO THEM IN LIGHT OF THEIR PARTICULAR CIRCUMSTANCES AS WELL AS THE STATE, LOCAL, NON-U.S. AND OTHER TAX CONSEQUENCES
TO THEM OF THE OWNERSHIP AND DISPOSITION OF OUR ORDINARY SHARES.
For purposes of this summary, a “U.S. Holder” is a beneficial owner of our
ordinary shares that is, for U.S. federal income tax purposes:
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an individual who is a citizen or resident of the United States;
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a corporation (or other entity treated as a corporation for U.S. federal income tax purposes) created in, or organized under the
laws of the United States or any state thereof or the District of Columbia;
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an estate, the income of which is subject to U.S. federal income taxation regardless of its source; or
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a trust that (i) is subject to the primary supervision of a U.S. court and which has one or more U.S. persons who have the authority
to control all substantial decisions of the trust and (ii) has otherwise validly elected to be treated as a U.S. person under the Code.
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If a partnership (or other entity or arrangement taxable as a partnership for U.S. federal
income tax purposes) is a beneficial owner of our ordinary shares, the tax treatment of a partner in such partnership will generally depend
upon the status of the partner and the activities of the partnership. Partnerships holding our ordinary shares and its partners should
consult their tax advisors regarding an investment in our ordinary shares.
Taxation of Dividends and Other Distributions on the Ordinary Shares
Subject to the discussion set forth below under “
—Passive
Foreign Investment Company
,” the gross amount of any distribution made to a U.S. Holder with respect to our ordinary shares,
including the amount of any non-U.S. taxes withheld from the distribution, will generally be includible in income as dividend income on
the day on which the distribution is actually or constructively received by a U.S. Holder to the extent the distribution is paid out of
our current or accumulated earnings and profits as determined for U.S. federal income tax purposes. A distribution in excess of our current
and accumulated earnings and profits (as determined for U.S. federal income tax purposes), including the amount of any non-U.S. taxes
withheld from the distribution, will be treated as a non-taxable return of capital to the extent of the U.S. Holder’s adjusted basis
in our ordinary shares and as capital gain to the extent it exceeds the U.S. Holder’s adjusted basis in our ordinary shares. We
do not expect to maintain calculations of our earnings and profits under U.S. federal income tax principles; therefore, U.S. Holders should
expect that aggregate amount of distributions will generally be treated as dividends for U.S. federal income tax purposes. Dividends received
on our ordinary shares will not be eligible for the dividends-received deduction generally allowed to corporations in respect of dividends
received from U.S. corporations.
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Dividend distributions made by us that are received by individual and other non-corporate
U.S. Holders will generally qualify for a reduced maximum tax rate, provided that: (i) we were not, in the year prior to the year in which
the dividend was paid, and are not, in the year in which the dividend is paid, a PFIC (as discussed below), (ii) certain holding period
requirements are met and (iii) either (A) we were eligible for the benefits of a comprehensive income tax treaty with the United States
that the IRS has approved for the purposes of the qualified dividend rules or (B) our ordinary shares are readily tradable on an established
securities market in the United States. The United States does not currently have a comprehensive income tax treaty with Singapore. However,
the ordinary shares should be considered to be readily tradable on established securities markets in the United States because they are
listed on the NYSE. As discussed below under “
—Passive Foreign Investment Company
,”
however, although we believe that we were not treated as a PFIC for either the taxable year ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2024,
we likely were treated as a PFIC for the taxable year ended December 31, 2022 and could again be treated as a PFIC for foreseeable future
taxable years. Therefore, dividends with respect to our ordinary shares may not qualify for the reduced rate. U.S. Holders should consult
their tax advisors regarding the availability of the lower rate for dividends paid with respect to our ordinary shares.
For U.S. foreign tax credit purposes, dividends on our ordinary shares received by a
U.S. Holder will generally be treated as foreign source income for U.S. foreign tax credit purposes and will generally constitute passive
category income. The rules with respect to foreign tax credits are complex and their application depends in large part on the U.S. Holder’s
individual facts and circumstances. Accordingly, U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding the availability of the foreign
tax credit in light of its particular circumstances.
Taxation of Dispositions of the Ordinary Shares
Subject to the discussion below under “
—Passive
Foreign Investment Company
,” a U.S. Holder will generally recognize gain or loss upon the sale or other taxable disposition
of our ordinary shares in an amount equal to the difference between the amount realized on such sale or other taxable disposition and
such U.S. Holder’s adjusted tax basis in our ordinary shares. Such gain or loss will generally be long-term capital gain or loss
if, on the date of sale or disposition, the U.S. Holder’s holding period in such ordinary shares exceeds one year. Long-term capital
gains of individual and other non-corporate U.S. Holders are subject to reduced rates of taxation. The deductibility of capital losses
is subject to limitations.
For foreign tax credit purposes, any gain or loss recognized by a U.S. Holder will generally
be treated as U.S. source gain or loss, as the case may be, which will generally limit the availability of foreign tax credits. U.S. Holders
should consult their tax advisors regarding the availability of the foreign tax credit in light of its particular circumstances.
The amount realized on a sale or other taxable disposition of our ordinary shares in
exchange for foreign currency will generally equal the U.S. Dollar value of the foreign currency at the spot exchange rate in effect on
the date of sale or other taxable disposition or, if the ordinary shares are traded on an established securities market (such as the NYSE
or the TASE), in the case of a cash method or electing accrual method U.S. Holder of our ordinary shares, the settlement date. A U.S.
Holder will have a tax basis in the foreign currency received equal to the U.S. Dollar amount realized. Any gain or loss realized by a
U.S. Holder on a subsequent conversion or other disposition of the foreign currency will be foreign currency gain or loss, which is treated
as ordinary income or loss and U.S. source income or loss for foreign tax credit purposes.
Passive Foreign Investment Company
In general, a non-U.S. corporation, such as our company, will be classified as a PFIC,
for U.S. federal income tax purposes, for any taxable year if either (i) 75% or more of its gross income for such year is passive income
or (ii) 50% or more of the value of its assets (generally based on an average of the quarterly values of the assets during a taxable year)
is attributable to assets that produce or are held for the production of passive income. For purposes of these tests, “passive income”
generally includes, among other items, dividends, interest and certain rents and royalties, and net gains from the sale or exchange of
property that gives rise to such income. In addition, cash is generally categorized as a passive asset, and our goodwill and other unbooked
intangibles will be taken into account and generally treated as passive or non-passive depending on the income such assets produce or
are held to produce. Moreover, we will be treated as owning our proportionate share of the assets and earning our proportionate share
of the income of any other corporation in which we own, directly or indirectly, 25% or more (by value) of the shares.
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Based upon our current and projected income and assets (including unbooked goodwill),
taking into account our proportionate share of the income and assets of other corporations in which we own, directly or indirectly, 25%
or more (by value) of the stock, and the market price of our ordinary shares, we believe that we were not treated as a PFIC for the taxable
year ended December 31, 2024. Although we believe that we were not a PFIC for either the taxable year ended December 31, 2024 or December
31, 2023, we were likely treated as a PFIC for the taxable year ended December 31, 2022. Additionally, depending upon the composition
of our income and assets and the market price of our ordinary shares in 2025 and subsequent taxable years, we could again be classified
as a PFIC for the taxable year ending December 31, 2025 and foreseeable future taxable years. Whether we are, or will be, classified as
a PFIC, however, is a factual determination made annually that will depend, in part, upon the composition of our income and assets in
that year. Furthermore, because there are uncertainties in the application of the relevant rules, it is possible that the IRS may challenge
our classification of certain income or assets as non-passive, or our valuation of our goodwill and other unbooked intangibles, each of
which may increase the likelihood of us being classified as a PFIC for the current or subsequent taxable years.
Further, if we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder
holds our ordinary shares and any subsidiary we own is also classified as a PFIC (a “Subsidiary PFIC”), such U.S. Holder would
be treated as owning a proportionate amount (by value) of the shares of each such subsidiary for purposes of the application of the PFIC
rules. U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding the application of the PFIC rules to any subsidiary we own.
If we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds
our ordinary shares, we will generally continue to be treated as a PFIC with respect to such U.S. Holder for all succeeding years during
which the holder holds our ordinary shares, even if we do not meet the threshold requirements for PFIC status for any such succeeding
years. However, if we cease to meet the threshold requirements for PFIC status, provided that the U.S. Holder has not made a QEF Election
or a Mark-to-Market Election, as described below, such holder may avoid some of the adverse effects of the PFIC rules described below
by making a “deemed sale” election with respect to our ordinary shares held by such U.S. Holder. If such election is made,
the U.S. Holder will be deemed to have sold our ordinary shares it holds on the last day of the last taxable year in which we were classified
as a PFIC at its fair market value and any gain from such deemed sale will be taxed under the PFIC rules described below. After the deemed
sale election, so long as we do not become classified as a PFIC in a subsequent taxable year, the ordinary shares with respect to which
such election was made will not be treated as shares in a PFIC and the U.S. Holder will not be subject to the PFIC rules described below
with respect to any “excess distribution” received from us or any gain from an actual sale or other disposition of the ordinary
shares. The rules dealing with deemed sale elections are complex. U.S. Holders of our ordinary shares should consult their tax advisors
as to the possibility and consequences of making a deemed sale election if we cease to be classified as a PFIC and such election becomes
available.
If a U.S. Holder owns our ordinary shares during any taxable year that we are a PFIC,
such U.S. Holder may be subject to certain reporting obligations with respect to our ordinary shares, including annual reporting on IRS
Form 8621 regarding distributions received on, and any gain realized on the disposition of, our ordinary shares. U.S. Holders should
consult their tax advisors regarding our PFIC status and the U.S. federal income tax consequences of owning and disposing of our ordinary
shares if we are, or become, classified as a PFIC, including the possibility of making a QEF Election, Mark-to-Market Election or deemed
sale election.
The PFIC rules are complex, and each U.S. Holder should consult its tax advisor regarding
the PFIC rules (including the applicability and advisability of a QEF Election and Mark-to-Market Election) and how the PFIC rules may
affect the U.S. federal income tax consequences of the ownership, and disposition of our ordinary shares.
If we are classified as a PFIC, the U.S. federal income tax consequences to a U.S. Holder
of the ownership, and disposition of our ordinary shares will depend on whether such U.S. Holder makes a QEF Election or makes a mark-to-market
election with respect to our ordinary shares. A U.S. Holder that does not make either a QEF Election or a Mark-to-Market Election (a “Non-Electing
U.S. Holder”) will be taxable as described below.
If we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a Non-Electing U.S.
Holder holds our ordinary shares, the holder will generally be subject to the PFIC rules with respect to (i) any excess distribution made
to the U.S. Holder (which generally means any distribution paid during a taxable year to a U.S. Holder that is greater than 125% of the
average annual distributions paid in the three preceding taxable years or, if shorter, the U.S. Holder’s holding period for the
ordinary shares), and (ii) any gain realized on the sale or other disposition of our ordinary shares. In addition, dividends paid in respect
of our ordinary shares would not be eligible for the lower tax rate described under “
—Taxation
of Dividends and Other Distributions on the Ordinary Shares
” above.
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the amount allocated to the taxable year of the excess distribution, or sale or other disposition, and to any taxable years in the
U.S. Holder’s holding period prior to the first taxable year in which we are classified as a PFIC (each, a “pre-PFIC year”),
will be taxable as ordinary income;
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the amount allocated to each prior taxable year, other than a pre-PFIC year, will be subject to tax at the highest tax rate in effect
for individuals or corporations, as appropriate, for that year; and
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the interest charge generally applicable to underpayments of tax will be imposed on the tax attributable to each prior taxable year,
other than a pre-PFIC year.
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A U.S. Holder that makes a QEF Election for the first tax year in which its holding
period of its ordinary shares begins will generally not be subject to the adverse PFIC rules discussed above with respect to its ordinary
shares. However, a U.S. Holder that makes a QEF Election will be subject to U.S. federal income tax on such U.S. Holder’s pro rata
share of (i) our net capital gain, which will be taxed as long-term capital gain to such U.S. Holder, and (ii) our ordinary earnings,
which will be taxed as ordinary income to such U.S. Holder. Generally, “net capital gain” is the excess of (i) net long-term
capital gain over (ii) net short-term capital loss, and “ordinary earnings” are the excess of (i) “earnings and profits”
over (ii) net capital gain. A U.S. Holder that makes a QEF Election will be subject to U.S. federal income tax on such amounts for each
tax year in which we are a PFIC, regardless of whether such amounts are actually distributed to such U.S. Holder. However, for any tax
year in which we are a PFIC and have no net income or gain, U.S. Holders that have made a QEF Election would not have any income inclusions
as a result of the QEF Election. If a U.S. Holder that made a QEF Election has an income inclusion, such a U.S. Holder may, subject to
certain limitations, elect to defer payment of current U.S. federal income tax on such amounts, subject to an interest charge. If such
U.S. Holder is not a corporation, any such interest paid will be treated as “personal interest,” which is not deductible.
A U.S. Holder that makes a timely QEF Election generally (i) may receive a tax-free
distribution from us to the extent that such distribution represents “earnings and profits” that were previously included
in income by the U.S. Holder because of such QEF Election and (ii) will adjust such U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the common shares
to reflect the amount included in income or allowed as a tax-free distribution because of such QEF Election. In addition, a U.S. Holder
that makes a QEF Election will generally recognize capital gain or loss on the sale or other taxable disposition of ordinary shares.
The procedure for making a QEF Election, and the U.S. federal income tax consequences
of making a QEF Election, will depend on whether such QEF Election is timely. A QEF Election will be treated as “timely” for
purposes of avoiding the default PFIC rules discussed above if such QEF Election is made for the first year in the U.S. Holder’s
holding period for the ordinary shares in which we were a PFIC. The QEF Election is made on a shareholder-by-shareholder basis and, once
made, can only be revoked with the consent of the IRS. A U.S. Holder generally makes a QEF Election by attaching a completed IRS Form
8621, including a PFIC Annual Information Statement, to a timely filed U.S. federal income tax return for the year to which the election
relates.
A QEF Election will apply to the tax year for which such QEF Election is made and to
all subsequent tax years, unless such QEF Election is invalidated or terminated or the IRS consents to revocation of such QEF Election.
If a U.S. Holder makes a QEF Election and, in a subsequent tax year, we cease to be a PFIC, the QEF Election will remain in effect (although
the QEF rules described above will not be applicable) during those tax years in which we are not a PFIC. Accordingly, if we become a PFIC
in another subsequent tax year, the QEF Election will be effective and the U.S. Holder will be subject to the QEF rules described above
during any subsequent tax year in which we qualify as a PFIC.
In order to comply with the requirements of a QEF Election, a U.S. Holder must receive
a PFIC Annual Information Statement from us for each year for which we are treated as a PFIC. However, there is no assurance that
we will have timely knowledge of our status as a PFIC in the future, and we have not determined if we will provide U.S. Holders such information
for any subsequent taxable year for which we may be treated as a PFIC.
If we do not provide the required information with regard to us or any of our Subsidiary
PFICs for any taxable year, U.S. Holders will not be able to make or maintain a QEF Election for such entity and will continue to be subject
to the PFIC rules discussed above that apply to Non-Electing U.S. Holders with respect to the taxation of gains and excess distributions.
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Mark-to-Market Election
As an alternative to the foregoing rules, a U.S. Holder of “marketable stock”
in a PFIC may make a Mark-to-Market Election with respect to such stock. A Mark-to-Market Election may be made with respect to our ordinary
shares, provided they are actively traded, defined for this purpose as being traded on a “qualified exchange,” other than
in de minimis quantities, on at least 15 days during each calendar quarter. We anticipate that our ordinary shares should qualify as being
actively traded, but no assurances may be given in this regard. If a U.S. Holder of our ordinary shares makes this election with respect
to our ordinary shares, the U.S. Holder will generally (i) include as ordinary income for each taxable year that we are classified as
a PFIC the excess, if any, of the fair market value of such ordinary shares held at the end of the taxable year over the adjusted tax
basis of such ordinary shares and (ii) deduct as an ordinary loss in each such taxable year the excess, if any, of the adjusted tax basis
of such ordinary shares over the fair market value of such ordinary shares held at the end of the taxable year, but such deduction will
only be allowed to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the Mark-to-Market Election. The U.S. Holder’s
adjusted tax basis in our ordinary shares would be adjusted to reflect any income or loss resulting from the Mark-to-Market Election.
If a U.S. Holder makes a Mark-to-Market Election in respect of our ordinary shares and we cease to be classified as a PFIC, the holder
will not be required to take into account the gain or loss described above during any period that we are not classified as a PFIC. In
addition, any gain such U.S. Holder recognizes upon the sale or other taxable disposition of our ordinary shares in a year when we are
classified as a PFIC will be treated as ordinary income and any loss will be treated as ordinary loss, but such loss will only be treated
as ordinary loss to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the Mark-to-Market Election. In the case
of a U.S. Holder who has held our ordinary shares during any taxable year in respect of which we were classified as a PFIC and continues
to hold such ordinary shares (or any portion thereof) and has not previously made a Mark-to-Market Election, and who is considering making
a Mark-to-Market Election, special tax rules may apply relating to purging the PFIC taint of such ordinary shares. Because a Mark-to-Market
Election cannot technically be made for any Subsidiary PFICs that we may own, a U.S. Holder may continue to be subject to the PFIC rules
with respect to such U.S. Holder’s indirect interest in any investments held by us that are treated as an equity interest in a PFIC
for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
A U.S. Holder makes a Mark-to-Market Election by attaching a completed IRS Form 8621
to a timely filed U.S. federal income tax return. A timely Mark-to-Market Election applies to the tax year in which such Mark-to-Market
Election is made and to each subsequent tax year, unless the securities cease to be “marketable stock” or the IRS consents
to a revocation of such election. Each U.S. Holder should consult its tax advisor regarding the availability of, and procedure for making,
a Mark-to-Market Election.
Foreign Financial Asset Reporting
A U.S. Holder may be required to report information relating to an interest in our ordinary
shares, generally by filing IRS Form 8938 (Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets) with the U.S. Holder’s federal income
tax return. A U.S. Holder may also be subject to significant penalties if the U.S. Holder is required to report such information and fails
to do so. U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding information reporting obligations, if any, with respect to the ownership
and disposition of our ordinary shares.
THE SUMMARY OF U.S. FEDERAL INCOME TAX CONSIDERATIONS SET OUT ABOVE
IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR TAX ADVISOR ABOUT THE APPLICATION OF THE U.S. FEDERAL TAX RULES TO
YOUR PARTICULAR CIRCUMSTANCE AS WELL AS THE STATE, LOCAL, NON-U.S. AND OTHER TAX CONSEQUENCES OF OWNING AND DISPOSING OF OUR ORDINARY
SHARES.
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Material Singapore Tax Considerations
The following discussion is a summary of Singapore income tax, goods and services tax,
or GST, stamp duty and estate duty considerations relevant to the ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares by an investor who
is not tax resident or domiciled in Singapore and who does not carry on business or otherwise have a presence in Singapore. The statements
made herein regarding taxation are general in nature and based upon certain aspects of the current tax laws of Singapore and administrative
guidelines issued by the relevant authorities in force as of the date hereof and are subject to any changes in such laws or administrative
guidelines or the interpretation of such laws or guidelines occurring after such date, which changes could be made on a retrospective
basis. The statements made herein do not purport to be a comprehensive or exhaustive description of all of the tax considerations that
may be relevant to a decision to own or dispose of our ordinary shares and do not purport to deal with the tax considerations applicable
to all categories of investors, some of which (such as dealers in securities) may be subject to special rules. Prospective shareholders
should consult its tax advisers as to the Singapore or other tax considerations of the ownership or disposal of our ordinary shares, taking
into account its own particular circumstances. The statements below are based upon the assumption that Kenon is a tax resident in Singapore
for Singapore income tax purposes. It is emphasized that neither Kenon nor any other persons involved in this annual report accepts responsibility
for any tax effects or liabilities resulting from the holding or disposal of our ordinary shares.
Income Taxation Under Singapore Law
Dividends or Other Distributions with Respect to Ordinary Shares
Under the one-tier corporate tax system which currently applies to all Singapore tax
resident companies, tax on corporate profits is final, and dividends paid by a Singapore tax resident company are not subject to withholding
tax and will be tax exempt in the hands of a shareholder, whether or not the shareholder is a company or an individual and whether or
not the shareholder is a Singapore tax resident.
Capital Gains upon Disposition of Ordinary Shares
Under current Singapore tax laws, there is no tax on capital gains. There are no specific
laws or regulations which deal with the characterization of whether a gain is income or capital in nature. Gains arising from the disposal
of our ordinary shares may be construed to be of an income nature and subject to Singapore income tax, if they arise from activities which
the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore regards as the carrying on of a trade or business in Singapore. However, under Singapore tax
laws and subject to certain exceptions, any gains derived by a divesting company from its disposal of ordinary shares in an investee company
between June 1, 2012 and December 31, 2027 are generally not taxable if immediately prior to the date of the relevant disposal, the investing
company has held at least 20% of the ordinary shares in the investee company for a continuous period of at least 24 months (“safe
harbor rule”).
Goods and Services Tax
The issue or transfer of ownership of our ordinary shares should be exempt from Singapore
GST. Hence, the holders would not incur any GST on the subscription or subsequent transfer of the shares.
Stamp Duty
Where our ordinary shares evidenced in certificated forms are acquired in Singapore,
stamp duty is payable on the instrument of their transfer at the rate of 0.2% of the consideration for or market value of our ordinary
shares, whichever is higher.
Where an instrument of transfer is executed outside Singapore or no instrument of transfer
is executed, no stamp duty is payable on the acquisition of our ordinary shares. However, stamp duty may be payable if the instrument
of transfer is executed outside Singapore and is received in Singapore. The stamp duty is borne by the purchaser unless there is an agreement
to the contrary.
On the basis that any transfer instruments in respect of our ordinary shares traded
on the NYSE and the TASE are executed outside Singapore through our transfer agent and share registrar in the United States for registration
in our branch share register maintained in the United States (without any transfer instruments being received in Singapore), no stamp
duty should be payable in Singapore on such transfers.
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Tax Treaties Regarding Withholding Taxes
There is no comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreement between the United
States and Singapore which applies to withholding taxes on dividends or capital gains.
| F. |
Dividends and Paying Agents
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Not applicable.
| G. |
Statement by Experts
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Not applicable.
| H. | Documents on Display |
Our SEC filings are available to you on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
This site contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the
SEC. The information on that website is not part of this registration statement. We also make available on our website free of charge,
our annual reports on Form 20-F and the text of our reports on Form 6-K, including any amendments to these reports, as well as certain
other SEC filings, as soon as reasonably practicable after they are electronically filed with or furnished to the SEC. We maintain a corporate
website at http://www.kenon-holdings.com. Information contained on, or that can be accessed through, our website does not constitute a
part of this annual report on Form 20-F. We have included our website address in this annual report solely as an inactive textual reference.
As a foreign private issuer, we will be exempt from the rules under the Exchange Act
related to the furnishing and content of proxy statements, and our officers, directors and principal shareholders will be exempt from
the reporting and short-swing profit recovery provisions contained in Section 16 of the Exchange Act. In addition, we will not be required
under the Exchange Act to file annual, quarterly and current reports and financial statements with the SEC as frequently or as promptly
as United States companies whose securities are registered under the Exchange Act. However, for so long as we are listed on the NYSE,
or any other U.S. exchange, and are registered with the SEC, we will file with the SEC, within 120 days after the end of each fiscal year,
or such applicable time as required by the SEC, an annual report on Form 20-F containing financial statements audited by an independent
registered public accounting firm. We also submit to the SEC on Form 6-K the interim financial information that we publish.
| I. |
Subsidiary Information
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Not applicable.
| J. |
Annual Report to Security Holder
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Not applicable.
| ITEM 11. |
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
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Our multinational operations expose us to a variety of market risks, which embody the
potential for changes in the fair value of the financial instruments or the cash flows deriving from them. Our risk management policies
and those of each of our businesses seek to limit the adverse effects of these market risks on the financial performance of each of our
businesses and, consequently, on our consolidated financial performance. Each of our businesses bear responsibility for the establishment
and oversight of their financial risk management framework and have adopted individualized risk management policies to address those risks
specific to their operations.
Our primary market risk exposures are to:
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currency risk, as a result of changes in the rates of exchange of various foreign currencies (in particular, the Euro and the New
Israeli Shekel) in relation to the U.S. Dollar, our functional currency and the currency against which we measure our exposure;
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index risk, as a result of changes in the Consumer Price Index;
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interest rate risk, as a result of changes in the market interest rates affecting certain of our businesses’ issuance of debt
and related financial instruments; and
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price risk, as a result of changes in market prices, such as the price of certain commodities (e.g., natural gas and heavy fuel oil).
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For further information on our market risks and the sensitivity analyses of these risks,
see Note 29—Financial Instruments to our financial statements included in this annual report.
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| ITEM 12. |
Description of Securities Other than Equity Securities
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| A. |
Debt Securities
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Not applicable.
| B. |
Warrants and Rights
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Not applicable.
| C. |
Other Securities
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Not applicable.
| D. |
American Depositary Shares
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Not applicable.
PART II
| ITEM 13. |
Defaults, Dividend Arrearages and Delinquencies
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None.
| ITEM 14. |
Material Modifications to the Rights of Security Holders and Use of Proceeds
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None.
| ITEM 15. |
Controls and Procedures
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Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our management, with the participation of our chief executive officer and chief financial
officer, has performed an evaluation of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under
the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this annual report, as required by Rule 13a-15(b) under the Exchange Act. Based
upon this evaluation, our management, with the participation of our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, has concluded
that, as of the end of the period covered by this annual report, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in ensuring that
the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized
and reported within the time periods specified in by the SEC’s rules and forms, and that the information required to be disclosed
by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our chief
executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate “internal
control over financial reporting,” as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. These rules define internal
control over financial reporting as a process designed by, or under the supervision of, a company’s chief executive officer and
chief financial officer and effected by our board of directors, management and other personnel, to provide reasonable assurance regarding
the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles and includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable
detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance
that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and
directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition,
use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Our management has assessed the design and operating effectiveness of our internal control
over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024. This assessment was performed under the direction and supervision of our chief executive
officer and chief financial officer, and based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by
the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on that evaluation, management concluded that as of December
31, 2024, our internal control over financial reporting was effective.
The effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31,
2024 has been audited by our independent registered public accounting firm and their report thereon is included elsewhere in this annual
report.
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Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
During the year ended December 31, 2024, there have been no changes in our internal
control over financial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over
financial reporting.
Inherent Limitations of Disclosure Controls and Procedures in Internal Control over
Financial Reporting
It should be noted that any system of controls, however well-designed and operated,
can provide only reasonable, and not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the system will be met. In addition, the design of any
control system is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events. Projections regarding the effectiveness
of a system of controls in future periods are subject to the risk that such controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions
or deterioration in the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures.
| ITEM 16. |
RESERVED
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| ITEM 16A. |
Audit Committee Financial Expert
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Our board of directors has determined that Mr. Laurence N. Charney is an “audit
committee financial expert” as defined in Item 16A of Form 20-F under the Exchange Act. Our board of directors has also determined
that Mr. Laurence N. Charney satisfies the NYSE’s listed company “independence” requirements.
| ITEM 16B. |
Code of Ethics
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We have adopted a Code of Ethics that applies to all our employees, officers and directors,
including our chief executive officer and our chief financial officer. Our Code of Ethics is available on our website at
www.kenon-holdings.com
.
| ITEM 16C. |
Principal Accountant Fees and Services
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KPMG LLP, a member firm of KPMG International, is our independent registered public
accounting firm for the audits of the years ending December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Our audit committee charter requires that all audit and non-audit services provided
by our independent auditors are pre-approved by our audit committee. In particular, pursuant to our audit committee charter, the chairman
of the audit committee shall pre-approve all audit services to be provided to Kenon, whether provided by our independent registered public
accounting firm or other firms, and all other services (review, attest and non-audit) to be provided to Kenon by the independent registered
public accounting firm. Any decision of the chairman of the audit committee to pre-approve audit or non-audit services shall be presented
to the audit committee.
The following table sets forth the aggregate fees by categories specified below in connection
with certain professional services rendered by KPMG LLP, and other member firms within the KPMG network, for the years ended December
31, 2024 and 2023 for Kenon and its consolidated entities.
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Year ended
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December 31,
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2024
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2023
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Audit Fees
(1)
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4,879
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5,030
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All other services
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186
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2
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Tax Fees
(2)
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180
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180
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Total
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5,245
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5,212
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Includes fees billed or accrued for professional services rendered by the principal accountant, and member firms in their respective
network, for the audit of our annual financial statements, and those of our consolidated subsidiaries, as well as additional services
that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements, except for those not
required by statute or regulation.
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Tax fees consist of fees for professional services rendered during the fiscal year by the principal accountant mainly for tax compliance
and assistance with tax audits and appeals.
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| ITEM 16D. |
Exemptions from the Listing Standards for Audit Committees
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None.
| ITEM 16E. |
Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
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In March 2023, Kenon announced the Repurchase Plan for up to $50 million. In September
2024, Kenon increased the amount of the Repurchase Plan to $60 million. Repurchases under the Repurchase Plan are subject to the authority
of the share purchase authorization which was renewed by shareholders at the 2024 AGM and which will, continue in force until the earlier
of the date of the 2025 AGM or the date by which the 2025 AGM is required by law to be held. At this meeting, we intend to seek authorization
to renew such authorization. The plan has no expiration date. Through March 31, 2025, Kenon has purchased a total of 1.8 million shares
for a total purchase price of approximately $48 million under the plan. Our Repurchase Plan may be suspended for periods, modified or
discontinued at any time and may not be completed up to the full amount of the Repurchase Plan.
The table below is a summary of our repurchases in 2024, which were all conducted in
the open market pursuant to such Repurchase Plan.
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Period
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(a)
Total number of shares purchased
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(b)
Average price paid per share
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(c)
Total number of shares purchased as part of publicly announced plans
or programs
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(d)
Maximum number (or approximate dollar value) of shares that may
yet be purchased under the plans or programs
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January 1 - 31, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568
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$
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21,868,789
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February 1 - 28, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
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21,868,789
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March 1 - 31, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
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21,868,789
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April 1 - 30, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
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21,868,789
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May 1 - 31, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
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21,868,789
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June 1 - 30, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
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21,868,789
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July 1 - 31, 2024
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‐
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$
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-
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1,128,568 |
$
|
21,868,789
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August 1 - 31, 2024
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‐
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$
|
-
|
1,128,568 |
$
|
21,868,789
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September 1 - 30, 2024
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66,966
|
$
|
26.37
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1,195,534
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$
|
30,102,997
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(1)
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October 1 - 31, 2024
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113,332
|
$
|
27.39
|
1,308,866
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$
|
26,998,621
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November 1 - 30, 2024
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158,979
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$
|
29.00
|
1,467,845
|
$
|
22,388,233
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December 1 - 31, 2024
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41,470
|
$
|
29.78
|
1,509,315
|
$
|
21,153.340
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| (1) |
In September 2024, the size of the Repurchase Plan was increased by $10 million.
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| ITEM 16F. |
Change in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant
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Our consolidated financial statements as of December 31,
2024 and 2023 and for the three years ended December 31, 2024 included in this report have been audited by KPMG LLP, or KPMG Singapore,
a member firm of KPMG International. KPMG Singapore has also audited our consolidated financial statements in previous years.
On March 31, 2025, Kenon’s Audit Committee approved the appointment of Somekh
Chaikin, or KPMG Israel, also a member firm of KPMG International, to serve as the independent registered public accounting firm for the
audit of our consolidated financial statements, starting with the audit of our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December
31, 2025. Accordingly, KPMG Singapore is deemed to have been dismissed for the purposes of Item 16F(a)(1)(i) of Form 20-F. The appointment
of KPMG Israel to replace KPMG Singapore as the independent registered accounting firm for the audit of our consolidated financial statements
was approved by our audit committee.
During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 and the subsequent period through
the date of this report: (1) KPMG Singapore has not issued any reports on the consolidated financial statements of Kenon or on the effectiveness
of internal control over financial reporting that contained an adverse opinion or a disclaimer of opinion, nor were the auditors’
reports of KPMG Singapore qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting principles, (2) there has not been any disagreement
over any matter of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure, or auditing scope or procedures, which disagreement(s),
if not resolved to KPMG Singapore’s satisfaction would have caused it to make reference to the subject matter of the disagreement
in connection with its auditors’ reports, or any “reportable event” as described in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F.
Prior to the appointment of KPMG Israel as described above, neither Kenon nor anyone
acting on its behalf consulted KPMG Israel regarding (i) the application of accounting principles to a specified transaction, either completed
or proposed, or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on Kenon’s financial statements, and KPMG Israel did not provide
either a written report or oral advice to Kenon that was an important factor considered by Kenon in reaching a decision as to any accounting,
auditing, or financial reporting issue or (ii) any matter that was the subject of a disagreement as that term is used in Item 16F(a)(1)(iv)
of Form 20-F or a “reportable event” as described in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F.
Kenon has provided KPMG Singapore with a copy of the foregoing disclosure and has requested
that KPMG Singapore furnish a letter addressed to the SEC stating whether KPMG Singapore agrees with such disclosure and, if not, stating
the respects in which KPMG Singapore does not agree. A copy of KPMG Singapore’s letter is filed herewith as Exhibit 15.4.
| ITEM 16G. |
Corporate Governance
|
There are no significant differences between Kenon’s corporate governance practices
and those followed by domestic companies under the listing standards of the NYSE.
| ITEM 16H. |
Mine Safety Disclosure
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Not applicable.
| ITEM 16I. |
Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspection
|
Not applicable.
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| ITEM 16J . |
Insider Trading Policies
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Not applicable.
| ITEM 16K . |
Cybersecurity
|
Our cybersecurity program includes three key components: training and awareness, the implementation of sophisticated and protective technologies, and an incident response framework in the event of a cybersecurity incident.
The Company also has in place policies and procedures governing the specific responsibilities at the employee, management, and board of directors levels to ensure cybersecurity risks are properly assessed, identified, reported, and managed on an ongoing basis. Among other requirements to adhere to as set forth in our cybersecurity policy, our employees must exercise professional judgment and care when storing intellectual property or other sensitive information on electric or computing devices, and are required to seek consent from management or directors when accessing or sharing confidential information.
Management must ensure that our employees are provided with adequate resources and training to fully understand the guidelines and expectations for cybersecurity. Management may also assist with IT security investigations, document any violations of the policy or cybersecurity, and may engage our third-party IT representative if unaware of the best course of action in dealing with any IT-related matter.
The Board of Directors are responsible for reviewing the policy periodically and to oversee the implementation of the measures to observe its effectiveness. The Board must also keep apprised of applicable legislation, regulations, and principles to guide the objectives set forth in our policy.
| ITEM 17 . |
Financial Statements
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Not applicable.
| ITEM 18 . |
Financial Statements
|
The financial statements and the related notes required by this Item 18 are included in this annual report beginning on page F-1. See
Exhibit 15.3
of this annual report on Form 20-F for the consolidated financial statements of ZIM, incorporated by reference in this annual report on Form 20-F.
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| ITEM 19 . |
Exhibits
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Inline XBRL Instance Document
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Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
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101.CAL*
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Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
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101.DEF*
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Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
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101.LAB*
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Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
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101.PRE*
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Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
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104*
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Inline XBRL for the cover page of this Annual Report on Form 20-F, included in the Exhibit 101 Inline XBRL Document Set.
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Filed herewith.
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Portions of this exhibit have been omitted because such portions are both not material and the registrant customarily and actually treats the redacted information as private and confidential. The omissions have been indicated by Asterisks (“[***]”).
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Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the three years ended
December 31, 2024
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Consolidated Financial Statements
as at December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the three years ended December 31, 2024
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KPMG LLP
12 Marina View #15-01
Asia Square Tower 2
Singapore 018961
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Telephone +65 6213 3388
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Stockholders and Board of Directors
Kenon Holdings Ltd.:
Kenon Holdings Ltd.:
Opinion on the Consolidated
Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries (the Company) as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the related consolidated statements of profit and loss, other comprehensive income, changes in equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2024, and the related notes (collectively, the consolidated financial statements). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three‑year period ended December 31, 2024, in conformity with IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IFRS Accounting Standards).
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission, and our report dated April 2, 2025 expressed an unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Basis for Opinion
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
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KPMG LLP (Registration No. T08LL1267L), an accounting limited liability partnership registered in Singapore under the Limited Liability Partnership Act (Chapter 163A) and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee.
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F - 1
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
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Independent auditors’ report
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Year ended December 31, 2024
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Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Impairment assessment of goodwill arising from the acquisition of Gat power plant
As discussed in Notes 3.G and 13.C to the consolidated financial statements, the carrying amount of the cash generating unit (CGU) to which goodwill is allocated is reviewed at each reporting date for impairment. As of December 31, 2024, the Company’s goodwill of $61 million, arising from the acquisition of the Gat power plant in fiscal 2023, is primarily assigned to the activities of the Rotem, Hadera, and Gat power stations in Israel (OPC Power Plants CGU) within the OPC Power Plants segment. The recoverable amount of the OPC Power Plants CGU is dependent on the discounted expected future cash flows. An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying value of the OPC Power Plants CGU exceeds its estimated recoverable amount.
We identified the evaluation of the impairment assessment of the goodwill for the OPC Power Plants CGU as a critical audit matter. Specifically, a high degree of auditor judgment was required to evaluate the discount rate and Generation Component within the discounted expected future cash flows. Additionally, the audit effort associated with evaluating the discount rate and the Generation Component required the involvement of valuation professionals with specialized skills and knowledge.
The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter. We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of certain internal controls relating to the impairment assessment of the OPC Power Plants CGU, including the controls related to the Company’s evaluation of the discount rate and the Generation Component within the discounted expected future cash flows. We involved valuation professionals with specialized skills and knowledge who assisted in 1) evaluating the discount rate by comparing it against an independently developed range of discount rates using inputs from publicly available information, 2) assessing the reasonableness of the significant assumptions used in developing the Generation Component by comparing these significant assumptions to publicly available information, and 3) performing sensitivity analyses over the discount rate and Generation Component to assess their impact on the Company’s determination of whether an impairment loss had occurred.
/s/ KPMG LLP
KPMG LLP
Public Accountants and
Chartered Accountants
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2015.
Singapore
April 2, 2025
April 2, 2025
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KPMG LLP
12 Marina View #15-01
Asia Square Tower 2
Singapore 018961
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Telephone +65 6213 3388
Fax +65 6225 0984
Internet kpmg.com.sg
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Stockholders and Board of Directors
Kenon Holdings Ltd.:
Kenon Holdings Ltd.:
Opinion on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
We have audited Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries’ (the Company) internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in
Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. In our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in
Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013)
issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated statements of financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the related consolidated statements of profit and loss, other comprehensive income, changes in equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2024, and the related notes (collectively, the consolidated financial statements), and our report dated April 2, 2025 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements.
Basis for Opinion
The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audit also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
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KPMG LLP (Registration No. T08LL1267L), an accounting limited liability partnership registered in Singapore under the Limited Liability Partnership Act (Chapter 163A) and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee.
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F - 3
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
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Independent auditors’ report
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Year ended December 31, 2024
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Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/
KPMG LLP
Public Accountants and
Chartered Accountants
April 2, 2025
F - 4
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of
Financial Position as at December 31, 2024 and 2023
|
As at December 31,
|
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|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||||||
|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||
|
Current assets
|
|||||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
6
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Short-term deposits and restricted cash
|
7
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Trade receivables
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Short-term derivative instruments
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other investments
|
8
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Other current assets
|
26
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Total current assets
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Non-current assets
|
|||||||||||
|
Investment in ZIM (associated company)
|
9
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Investment in OPC's equity-accounted investees
|
9
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Long-term restricted cash
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Long-term derivative instruments
|
29
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Deferred taxes
|
24
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Property, plant and equipment, net
|
12
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Intangible assets, net
|
13
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Long-term prepaid expenses and other non-current assets
|
14
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Right-of-use assets, net
|
17
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Total non-current assets
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total assets
|
|
|
|||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 5
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position as at December 31, 2024 and 2023, continued
|
As at December 31,
|
|||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||||||
|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||
|
Current liabilities
|
|||||||||||
|
Current maturities of loans from banks and others
|
15
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Trade and other payables
|
16
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Short-term derivative instruments
|
28
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Current maturities of lease liabilities
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total current liabilities
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Non-current liabilities
|
|||||||||||
|
Long-term loans from banks and others
|
15
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Debentures
|
15
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Deferred taxes
|
24
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Other non-current liabilities
|
16
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Long-term derivative instruments
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Long-term lease liabilities
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total non-current liabilities
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total liabilities
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Equity
|
19
|
||||||||||
|
Share capital
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Translation reserve
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Capital reserve
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Accumulated profit
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Equity attributable to owners of the Company
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Non-controlling interests
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total equity
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total liabilities and equity
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
____________________________
Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau
Chairman of Board of Directors
|
____________________________
Robert L. Rosen
CEO
|
____________________________
Deepa Joseph
CFO
|
Approval date of the consolidated financial statements: April 2, 2025
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 6
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of
Profit Loss for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
|||||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
|||||||||||||
|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
20
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Cost of sales and services (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
21
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||
|
Gross profit
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Selling, general and administrative expenses
|
22
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Other (expenses)/income, net
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Operating profit
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
23
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Financing income
|
23
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Financing expenses, net
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||
|
Gain on loss of control in the CPV Renewable
|
11
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Share in profit of OPC's equity-accounted investees, net
|
9
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Profit before income taxes
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Income tax expense
|
24
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Profit for the year from continuing operations
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) for the year from divestment of ZIM
|
5
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Attributable to:
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s shareholders
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Non-controlling interests
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Basic/diluted profit/(loss) per share attributable to Kenon’s shareholders (in dollars):
|
25
|
||||||||||||||
|
Basic/diluted profit/(loss) per share
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Basic/diluted profit per share from continuing operations
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Basic/diluted profit/(loss) per share from divestment of ZIM
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 7
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Other
Comprehensive Income for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Items that are or will be subsequently reclassified to profit or loss
|
||||||||||||
|
Foreign currency translation differences in respect of foreign operations
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
| Reclassification of foreign currency translation differences on sale of associate |
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Group’s share in other comprehensive income of associated companies
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Effective portion of change in the fair value of cash-flow hedges
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Change in fair value of other investments at FVOCI
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments used for hedging cash flows
recorded to the cost of the hedged item |
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Change in fair value of derivatives financial instruments used to hedge cash flows
transferred to the statement of profit loss |
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Income taxes in respect of components of other comprehensive income
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Total other comprehensive income for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Attributable to:
|
||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s shareholders
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Non-controlling interests
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 8
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
|
Non-
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
controlling
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Attributable to the owners of the Company
|
interests
|
Total
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share
|
Translation
|
Capital
|
Accumulated
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Capital
|
reserve
|
reserve
|
profit
|
Total
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at January 1, 2024
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Contributions by and distributions to owners
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Dividend declared and paid
|
19
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share-based payment transactions
|
|
|
(
|
) |
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Own shares acquired
|
19
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total contributions by and distributions to owners
|
|
|
(
|
) |
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Dilution of investment in subsidiary
|
11
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Investments from holders of non-controlling interests in equity of subsidiary
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other
|
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Net profit for the year
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 9
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
|
Non-
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
controlling
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Attributable to the owners of the Company
|
interests
|
Total
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share
|
Translation
|
Capital
|
Accumulated
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Capital
|
reserve
|
reserve
|
profit
|
Total
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at January 1,
2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Contributions by and distributions to owners
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Dividend declared and paid
|
19
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share-based payment transactions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Own shares acquired
|
19
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total contributions by and distributions to owners
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Acquisition of shares of subsidiary from holders of rights not conferring control
|
11
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Investments from holders of non-controlling interests in equity of subsidiary |
-
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Net (loss)/profit for the year
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2023
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
|
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 10
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 11
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 12
Kenon Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, continued
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022
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| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |||||||||||||
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| Short-term deposits and restricted cash, net |
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long-term advance deposits and prepaid expenses |
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Proceeds from gain on loss of control in the CPV Renewable
|
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|
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|
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interests, net of issuance expenses |
11
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|
|
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|
18
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
F - 13
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 1 – Financial Reporting Principles and Accounting Policies
| A. |
The Reporting Entity
|
Kenon Holdings Ltd. (the “Company” or “Kenon”) was incorporated on March 7, 2014 in the Republic of Singapore under the Singapore Companies Act. Our principal place of business is located at 1 Temasek Avenue #37-02B, Millenia Tower, Singapore 039192.
The Company is a holding company and was incorporated to receive investments spun-off from their former parent company, Israel Corporation Ltd. (“IC”). The Company serves as the holding company of several businesses (together referred to as the “Group”).
Kenon shares are traded on New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and on Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (“TASE”) (NYSE and TASE: KEN).
| B. |
Definitions
|
|
In these consolidated financial statements -
|
| 1. |
Subsidiaries
– companies whose financial statements are fully consolidated with those of Kenon, directly or indirectly.
|
| 2. |
Associates
– companies in which Kenon has significant influence and Kenon’s investment is stated, directly or indirectly, on the equity basis.
|
| 3. |
Investee companies
– subsidiaries and/or equity-accounted investees and/or long-term investment (Qoros).
|
| 4. |
Related parties
– within the meaning thereof in International Accounting Standard (“IAS”) 24 Related Parties.
|
OPC Energy Ltd. (“OPC”)
OPC is a subsidiary of the Group and is a publicly-traded company whose securities are listed on the TASE. OPC is engaged in three reportable segments:
|
i.
|
generation and supply of electricity and energy in Israel to private customers, Israel Electric Company (“IEC”) and Noga – The Israel Independent System Operator Ltd. (“System Operator” or “Noga’), including initiation, development, construction and operation of power plants and facilities for energy generation;
|
|
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|
generation and supply of electricity and energy in the United States using renewable energy, including development, construction and management of renewable energy power plants; and
|
|
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|
generation and supply of electricity and energy in the United States using conventional (natural gas) power plants, including development, construction and management of conventional energy power plants in the United States.
|
Note 2 – Basis of Preparation of the Financial Statements
| A. |
Declaration of compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards
|
The consolidated financial statements were prepared by management of the Group in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”).
The consolidated financial statements were approved for issuance by the Company’s Board of Directors on April 2, 2025.
| B. |
Functional and presentation currency
|
These consolidated financial statements are presented in US dollars (“$”), which is Kenon’s functional currency, and have been rounded to the nearest thousands, except where otherwise indicated. The US dollar is the currency that represents the principal economic environment in which Kenon operates.
| C. |
Basis of measurement
|
The consolidated financial statements were prepared on the historical cost basis, with the exception of the following assets and liabilities:
| • |
Deferred tax assets and liabilities
|
| • |
Derivative instruments
|
| • |
Assets and liabilities in respect of employee benefits
|
| • |
Investments in equity-accounted investees
|
| • |
Long-term investment (Qoros)
|
For additional information regarding measurement of these assets and liabilities – see Note 3 Material Accounting Policies.
F - 14
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 2 – Basis of Preparation of the Financial Statements (Cont’d)
| D. |
Use of estimates and judgment
|
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimates are revised and in any future periods affected.
| 1. |
Allocation of acquisition costs
|
The Group makes estimates with respect to allocation of excess consideration to tangible and intangible assets and to liabilities. The Group has considered the report from a qualified external valuer to establish the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs for this assessment. The valuation technique used for measuring the fair values of the material assets: property, plant and equipment, investment in equity-accounted investees, and intangible assets is the income approach, a present value technique to convert future amounts to a single current amount using relevant discount rates. The respective discount rates are estimates and require judgment and minor changes to the discount rates could have had a significant effect on the Group’s evaluation of the transaction completion date fair values of the material assets. Refer to Note 11.A.3, Note 11.A.6, Note 11.A.7 and Note 11.A.8 for further details.
In addition, in determining the depreciation rates of the tangible, intangible assets and liabilities, the Group estimates the expected life of the asset or liability.
| 2. |
Long-term investment (Qoros)
|
Following the sale of half of the Group’s remaining interest in Qoros (i.e. 12%) as described in Note 10.3, as of December 31, 2020, the Group owned a 12% interest in Qoros. The long-term investment (Qoros) was a combination of the Group’s remaining 12% interest in Qoros and the non-current portion of the put option (as described in Note 10.2). The long-term investment (Qoros) was determined using a combination of market comparison technique based on market multiples derived from the quoted prices of comparable companies adjusted for various considerations, and the binomial model. Fair value measurement of the long-term investment (Qoros) took into account the underlying asset’s price volatility.
In April 2021, Quantum entered into an agreement to sell its remaining 12% equity interest in Qoros. As a result, Kenon accounted for the fair value of the long-term investment (Qoros) based on the present value of the expected cash flows. Refer to Note 10.5 for further details.
| 3. |
Recoverable amount of cash-generating unit that includes goodwill
|
The calculation of the recoverable amount of cash-generating units to which goodwill balances are allocated is based, among other things, on the projected expected cash flows and discount rate. For further information, see Note 13.C.
| E. |
The War in Israel
|
On October 7, 2023, the War broke out in Israel. The War has led to consequences and restrictions that have affected the Israeli economy, which include, among other things, a decline in business activity, extensive recruitment of reservists, restrictions on gatherings in workplaces and public spaces, restrictions on the activity of the education system, which also includes a uncertainty as to the War’s impact on macroeconomic factors in Israel and on the financial position of the State of Israel, including potential adverse effects on the credit rating of the State of Israel and Israeli financial institutions.
There is significant uncertainty as to the development of the War, its scope and duration. There is also significant uncertainty as to the impact of the War on macroeconomic and financial factors in Israel, including the situation in the Israeli capital market. Therefore, at this stage, it is not possible to assess the effect that the War will have on OPC, nor is it possible to assess the magnitude of the War’s effect on OPC and its results of operations, if any, in the short and medium term.
Subsequent to the reporting period, a ceasefire is in place in most fronts, but there is substantial uncertainty as to whether the ceasefire will hold and the resumption of the War. Therefore, at this stage, it is not possible to assess the effect of the above on OPC and its results of operations, if any, in the short and medium term.
F - 15
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements are set out below.
The Group has consistently applied the following accounting policies to all periods presented in these consolidated financial statements, unless otherwise stated.
| A. |
First-time application of new accounting standards, amendments and interpretations
|
The Group has adopted new standards which are effective from January 1, 2024, but they do not have a material effect on the Group’s consolidated financial statements.
| B. |
Basis for consolidation/combination
|
| (1) |
Business combinations
|
The Group accounts for all business combinations according to the acquisition method when the acquired set of activities and assets meets the definition of a business and control is transferred to the Group. In determining whether a particular set of activities and assets is a business, the Group assesses whether the set of assets and activities acquired includes, at a minimum, an input and substantive process and whether the acquired set has the ability to produce outputs.
The Group has an option to apply a ‘concentration test’ that permits a simplified assessment of whether an acquired set of activities and assets is not a business. The optional concentration test is met if substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets acquired is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or group of similar identifiable assets.
The acquisition date is the date on which the Group obtains control over an acquiree. Control exists when the Group is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the acquiree and it has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the acquiree. Substantive rights held by the Group and others are taken into account when assessing control.
The Group recognizes goodwill on acquisition according to the fair value of the consideration transferred less the net amount of the fair value of identifiable assets acquired less the fair value of liabilities assumed. Goodwill is initially recognized as an asset based on its cost, and is measured in succeeding periods based on its cost less accrued losses from impairment of value.
For purposes of examining impairment of value, goodwill is allocated to each of the Group’s cash‑generating units that is expected to benefit from the synergy of the business combination. Cash‑generating units to which goodwill was allocated are examined for purposes of assessment of impairment of their value every year or more frequently where there are signs indicating a possible impairment of value of the unit, as stated. Where the recoverable amount of a cash‑generating unit is less than the carrying value in the books of that cash‑generating unit, the loss from impairment of value is allocated first to reduction of the carrying value in the books of any goodwill attributed to that cash‑generating unit. Thereafter, the balance of the loss from impairment of value, if any, is allocated to other assets of the cash‑generating unit, in proportion to their carrying values in the books. A loss from impairment of value of goodwill is not reversed in subsequent periods.
If the Group pays a bargain price for the acquisition (meaning including negative goodwill), it recognizes the resulting gain in profit or loss on the acquisition date.
The Group recognizes contingent consideration at fair value at the acquisition date. The contingent consideration that meets the definition of a financial instrument that is not classified as equity will be measured at fair value through profit or loss; contingent consideration classified as equity shall not be remeasured and its subsequent settlement shall be accounted for within equity.
Costs associated with acquisitions that were incurred by the acquirer in the business combination such as: finder’s fees, advisory, legal, valuation and other professional or consulting fees are expensed in the period the services are received.
F - 16
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
| (2) |
Subsidiaries
|
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Company. The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control commences until the date when control ceased. The accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed when necessary to align them with the policies adopted by the Company.
| (3) |
Non-Controlling Interest (“NCI”)
|
NCI comprises the equity of a subsidiary that cannot be attributed, directly or indirectly, to the parent company, and they include additional components such as: share-based payments that will be settled with equity instruments of the subsidiaries and options for shares of subsidiaries.
NCIs are measured at their proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net assets at the acquisition date.
Changes in the Group’s interest in a subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions.
Measurement of non-controlling interests on the date of the business combination
Non-controlling interests, which are instruments that convey a present ownership right and that grant to their holder a share in the net assets in a case of liquidation, are measured on the date of the business combination at fair value or based on their relative share in the identified assets and liabilities of the entity acquired, on the basis of every transaction separately.
Transactions with NCI, while retaining control
Transactions with NCI while retaining control are accounted for as equity transactions. Any difference between the consideration paid or received and the change in NCI is included directly in equity.
Allocation of comprehensive income to the shareholders
Profit or loss and any part of other comprehensive income are allocated to the owners of the Group and the NCI. Total comprehensive income is allocated to the owners of the Group and the NCI even if the result is a negative balance of NCI.
Furthermore, when the holding interest in the subsidiary changes, while retaining control, the Group re-attributes the accumulated amounts that were recognized in other comprehensive income to the owners of the Group and the NCI.
Cash flows deriving from transactions with holders of NCI while retaining control are classified under “financing activities” in the statement of cash flows.
| (4) |
Investments in equity-accounted investees
|
Associates are entities in which the Group has the ability to exercise significant influence, but not control, over the financial and operating policies. In assessing significant influence, potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible into shares of the investee are taken into account.
The Group has investments in equity-accounted investees whose holding stake therein exceeds 50% and in accordance with the analysis of the contractual rights awarded to interest holders in these entities, the Group has concluded that it does not control these entities and will implement the equity method thereto.
Joint-ventures are arrangements in which the Group has joint control, whereby the Group has the rights to assets of the arrangement, rather than rights to its assets and obligations for its liabilities.
F - 17
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
Associates and joint-venture are accounted for using the equity method (equity accounted investees) and are recognized initially at cost. The cost of the investment includes transaction costs. The consolidated financial statements include the Group’s share of the income and expenses in profit or loss and of other comprehensive income of equity accounted investees, after adjustments to align the accounting policies with those of the Group, from the date that significant influence commences until the date that significant influence ceases.
The Group’s share of post-acquisition profit or loss is recognized in the income statement, and its share of post-acquisition movements in other comprehensive income is recognized in other comprehensive income with a corresponding adjustment to the carrying amount of the investment.
When the Group’s share of losses exceeds its interest in an equity accounted investee, the carrying amount of that interest, including any long-term interests that form part thereof, is reduced to zero. When the Group’s share of long-term interests that form a part of the investment in the investee is different from its share in the investee’s equity, the Group continues to recognize its share of the investee’s losses, after the equity investment was reduced to zero, according to its economic interest in the long-term interests, after the equity interests were reduced to zero. When the group’s share of losses in an associate equals or exceeds its interest in the associate, including any long-term interests that, in substance, form part of the entity’s net investment in the associate, the recognition of further losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has an obligation to support the investee or has made payments on behalf of the investee.
| C. |
Financial Instruments
|
| a) |
Classification and measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities
|
|
Initial recognition and measurement
The Group initially recognizes trade receivables and other investments on the date that they are originated. All other financial assets and financial liabilities are initially recognized on the date on which the Group becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. As a rule, a financial asset, other than a trade receivable without a significant financing component, or a financial liability, is initially measured at fair value with the addition, for a financial asset or a financial liability that are not presented at fair value through profit or loss, of transaction costs that can be directly attributed to the acquisition or the issuance of the financial asset or the financial liability. Trade receivables that do not contain a significant financing component are initially measured at the transaction price. Trade receivables originating in contract assets are initially measured at the carrying amount of the contract assets on the date of reclassification from contract assets to receivables.
Financial assets - classification and subsequent measurement
On initial recognition, financial assets are classified as measured at amortized cost; fair value through other comprehensive income (“FVOCI”); or fair value through profit or loss (“FVTPL”).
Financial assets are not reclassified in subsequent periods, unless, and only to the extent that the Group changes its business model for the management of financial assets, in which case the affected financial assets are reclassified at the beginning of the reporting period following the change in the business model.
|
A financial asset is measured at amortized cost if it meets the two following cumulative conditions and is not designated for measurement at FVTPL:
| - | The objective of the entity's business model is to hold the financial asset to collect the contractual cash flows; and |
| - |
The contractual terms of the financial asset create entitlement on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
|
A debt investment is measured at FVOCI if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as at FVTPL:
| - |
It is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and
|
| - |
Its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
|
F - 18
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
The Group has balances of trade and other receivables and deposits that are held under a business model the objective of which is collection of the contractual cash flows. The contractual cash flows in respect of such financial assets comprise solely payments of principal and interest that reflects consideration for the time-value of the money and the credit risk. Accordingly, such financial assets are measured at amortized cost.
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Subsequent measurement
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In subsequent periods, financial assets at amortized cost are measured at amortized cost, using the effective interest method and net of impairment losses. Interest income, currency exchange gains or losses and impairment are recognized in profit or loss. Any gains or losses on derecognition are also recognized in profit or loss.
Debt investments measured at FVOCI are subsequently measured at fair value. Interest income calculated using the effective interest method, foreign exchange gains and impairment are recognized in profit or loss. Other net gains and losses are recognized in OCI. On derecognition, gains and losses accumulated in OCI are reclassified to profit or loss.
All financial assets not classified as measured at amortized cost or FVOCI as described above are measured at FVTPL. On initial recognition, the Group may irrevocably designate a financial asset that otherwise meets the requirements to be measured at amortized cost or at FVOCI as at FVTPL if doing so eliminates or significantly reduces an accounting mismatch that would otherwise arise. In subsequent periods, these assets are measured at fair value. Net gains and losses are recognized in profit or loss.
Financial assets: Business model assessment
The Group makes an assessment of the objective of the business model in which a financial asset is held at a portfolio level because this best reflects the way the business is managed and information is provided to management. The information considered includes:
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the stated policies and objectives for the portfolio and the operation of those policies in practice. These include whether management’s strategy focuses on earning contractual interest income, maintaining a particular interest rate profile, matching the duration of the financial assets to the duration of any related liabilities or expected cash outflows or realising cash flows through the sale of the assets;
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how the performance of the portfolio is evaluated and reported to the Group’s management;
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the risks that affect the performance of the business model (and the financial assets held within that business model) and how those risks are managed;
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how managers of the business are compensated – e.g. whether compensation is based on the fair value of the assets managed or the contractual cash flows collected; and
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the frequency, volume and timing of sales of financial assets in prior periods, the reasons for such sales and expectations about future sales activity.
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Non-derivative financial assets: Assessment whether contractual cash flows are solely payments of principal and interest
For the purposes of this assessment, ‘principal’ is defined as the fair value of the financial asset on initial recognition. ‘Interest’ is defined as consideration for the time value of money and for the credit risk associated with the principal amount outstanding during a particular period of time and for other basic lending risks and costs (e.g. liquidity risk and administrative costs), as well as a profit margin.
In assessing whether the contractual cash flows are solely payments of principal and interest, the Group considers the contractual terms of the instrument. This includes assessing whether the financial asset contains a contractual term that could change the timing or amount of contractual cash flows such that it would not meet this condition. In making this assessment, the Group considers:
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contingent events that would change the amount or timing of cash flows;
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terms that may adjust the contractual coupon rate, including variable rate features;
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prepayment and extension features; and
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terms that limit the Group’s claim to cash flows from specified assets (e.g. non-recourse features).
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
A prepayment feature is consistent with the solely payments of principal and interest criterion if the prepayment amount substantially represents unpaid amounts of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding, which may include reasonable additional compensation for early termination of the contract. Additionally, for a financial asset acquired at a significant discount or premium to its contractual par amount, a feature that permits or requires prepayment at an amount that substantially represents the contractual par amount plus accrued (but unpaid) contractual interest (which may also include reasonable additional compensation for early termination) is treated as consistent with this criterion if the fair value of the prepayment feature is insignificant at initial recognition.
Derecognition of financial assets
The Group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire, or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred or in which the Group neither transfers nor retains substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership and it does not retain control of the financial asset.
If the Group enters into transactions whereby it transfers assets recognized in its statement of financial position, but retains either all or substantially all of the risks and rewards of the transferred assets, the transferred assets are not derecognized.
Financial liabilities – Initial classification, subsequent measurement and gains and losses
Financial liabilities are classified as measured at amortized cost or at FVTPL. Financial liabilities are classified as measured at FVTPL if it is held for trading or it is designated as such on initial recognition, and are measured at fair value, and any net gains and losses, including any interest expenses, are recognized in profit or loss. Other financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value less directly attributable transaction costs. They are measured at amortized cost in subsequent periods, using the effective interest method. Interest expenses and currency exchange gains and losses are recognized in profit or loss. Any gains or losses on derecognition are also recognized in profit or loss.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognized when the contractual obligation of the Group expires or when it is discharged or canceled. Additionally, a significant amendment of the terms of an existing financial liability, or an exchange of debt instruments having substantially different terms, between an existing borrower and lender, are accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability at fair value.
The difference between the carrying amount of the extinguished financial liability and the consideration paid (including any other non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed), is recognized in profit or loss.
Offset
Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount presented in the consolidated statement of financial position when, and only when, the Group currently has a legally enforceable right to offset the amounts and intends either to settle them on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
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Financial assets, contract assets and receivables on a lease
The Group creates a provision for expected credit losses in respect of:
- Contract assets (as defined in IFRS 15);
- Financial assets measured at amortized cost;
- Financial guarantees;
- Debt investments;
- Lease receivables.
Simplified approach
The Group applies the simplified approach to provide for expected credit losses (“ECLs”) for all trade receivables (including lease receivables) and contract assets. The simplified approach requires the loss allowance to be measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECLs.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
General approach
The Group applies the general approach to provide for ECLs on all other financial instruments and financial guarantees. Under the general approach, the loss allowance is measured at an amount equal to the 12-month ECLs at initial recognition.
At each reporting date, the Group assess whether the credit risk of a financial instrument has increased significantly since initial recognition. When credit risk has increased significantly since initial recognition, loss allowance is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECLs.
In assessing whether the credit risk of a financial asset has significantly increased since initial recognition and in assessing expected credit losses, the Group takes into consideration information that is reasonable and verifiable, relevant and attainable at no excessive cost or effort. Such information comprises quantitative and qualitative information, as well as an analysis, based on the past experience of the Group and the reported credit assessment, and contains forward-looking information.
If credit risk has not increased significantly since initial recognition or if the credit quality of the financial instruments improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, loss allowance is measured at an amount equal to 12-month ECLs.
The Group assumes that the credit risk of a financial asset has increased significantly since initial recognition whenever contractual payments are more than 30 days in arrears.
The Group considers a financial asset to be in default if:
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It is not probable that the borrower will fully meet its payment obligations to the Company, and the Company has no right to perform actions such as the realization of collaterals (if any); or
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The contractual payments in respect of the financial asset are more than 90 days in arrears.
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The Group considers a contract asset to be in default when the customer is unlikely to pay its contractual obligations to the Group in full, without recourse by the Group to actions such as realizing security.
The Group considers a debt instrument as having a low credit risk if its credit risk coincides with the global structured definition of “investment rating”.
The ECLs expected over the life of the instrument are ECLs arising from all potential default events throughout the life of the financial instrument.
ECLs in a 12-month period are the portion of the ECLs arising from potential default events during the period of 12 months from the reporting date.
The maximum period that is taken into account in assessing the ECLs is the maximum contractual period over which the Group is exposed to credit risk.
Measurement of ECLs
ECLs represent a probability-weighted estimate of credit losses. Credit losses are measured at the present value of the difference between the cash flows to which the Group is entitled under the contract and the cash flows that the Group expects to receive.
Expected credit losses are discounted at the effective interest rate of the financial asset.
The Group’s credit risk exposure for trade receivables and contract asset are set out in Note 29 Financial Instruments.
Financial assets impaired by credit risk
At each reporting date, the Group assesses whether financial assets that are measured at amortized cost and debt instruments that are measured at FVOCI have become impaired by credit risk. A financial asset is impaired by credit risk upon the occurrence of one or more of the events (i.e. significant financial difficulty of the debtor) that adversely affect the future cash flows estimated for such financial asset.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
Presentation of impairment and allowance for ECLs in the statement of financial position
A provision for ECLs in respect of a financial asset that is measured at amortized cost is presented as a reduction of the gross carrying amount of the financial asset.
For debt investments at FVOCI, loss allowances are charged to profit or loss and recognized in OCI. Loss allowances are presented under financing expenses.
Impairment losses in respect of trade and other receivables, including contract assets and lease receivables, are presented separately in the statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. Impairment losses in respect of other financial assets are presented under financing expenses.
Derivative financial instruments, including hedge accounting
The Group holds derivative financial instruments.
Derivatives are recognized initially at fair value. Subsequent to initial recognition, derivatives are measured at fair value, and changes therein are generally recognized in profit or loss.
The Group designates certain derivative financial instruments as hedging instruments in qualifying hedging relationships. At inception of designated hedging relationships, the Group documents the risk management objective and strategy for undertaking the hedge. The Group also documents the economic relationship between the hedged item and the hedging instrument, including whether the changes in cash flows of the hedged item and hedging instrument are expected to offset each other.
Hedge accounting
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, hedge relationships designated for hedge accounting under IAS 39 qualify for hedge accounting under IFRS 9, and are therefore deemed as continuing hedge relationships.
Hedges directly affected by interest rate benchmark reform
Phase 1 amendments: Prior to interest rate benchmark reform – when there is uncertainty arising from Interest rate benchmark reform
For the purpose of evaluating whether there is an economic relationship between the hedged item(s) and the hedging instrument(s), the Group assumes that the benchmark interest rate is not altered as a result of interest rate benchmark reform.
For a cash flow hedge of a forecast transaction, the Group assumes that the benchmark interest rate will not be altered as a result of interest rate benchmark reform for the purpose of assessing whether the forecast transaction is highly probable and presents an exposure to variations in cash flows that could ultimately affect profit or loss. In determining whether a previously designated forecast transaction in a discontinued cash flow hedge is still expected to occur, the Group assumes that the interest rate benchmark cash flows designated as a hedge will not be altered as a result of interest rate benchmark reform.
The Group will cease to apply the specific policy for assessing the economic relationship between the hedged item and the hedging instrument (i) to a hedged item or hedging instrument when the uncertainty arising from interest rate benchmark reform is no longer present with respect to the timing and the amount of the contractual cash flows of the respective item or instrument or (ii) when the hedging relationship is discontinued. For its highly probable assessment of the hedged item, the Group will no longer apply the specific policy when the uncertainty arising from interest rate benchmark reform about the timing and the amount of the interest rate benchmark-based future cash flows of the hedged item is no longer present, or when the hedging relationship is discontinued.
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
Phase 2 amendments: Replacement of benchmark interest rates – when there is no longer uncertainty arising from interest rate benchmark reform
When the basis for determining the contractual cash flows of the hedged item or the hedging instrument changes as a result of interest rate benchmark reform and therefore there is no longer uncertainty arising about the cash flows of the hedged item or the hedging instrument, the Group amends the hedge documentation of that hedging relationship to reflect the change(s) required by interest rate benchmark reform. A change in the basis for determining the contractual cash flows is required by interest rate benchmark reform if the following conditions are met:
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the change is necessary as a direct consequence of the reform; and
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the new basis for determining the contractual cash flows is economically equivalent to the previous basis – i.e. the basis immediately before the change.
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For this purpose, the hedge designation is amended only to make one or more of the following changes:
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designating an alternative benchmark rate as the hedged risk;
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updating the description of hedged item, including the description of the designated portion of the cash flows or fair value being hedged; or
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updating the description of the hedging instrument.
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The Group amends the description of the hedging instrument only if the following conditions are met:
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it makes a change required by interest rate benchmark reform by using an approach other than changing the basis for determining the contractual cash flows of the hedging instrument;
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it chosen approach is economically equivalent to changing the basis for determining the contractual cash flows of the original hedging instrument; and
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the original hedging instrument is not derecognized
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The Group also amends the formal hedge documentation by the end of the reporting period during which a change required by interest rate benchmark reform is made to the hedged risk, hedged item or hedging instrument. These amendments in the formal hedge documentation do not constitute the discontinuation of the hedging relationship or the designation of a new hedging relationship.
If changes are made in addition to those changes required by interest rate benchmark reform described above, then the Group first considers whether those additional changes result in the discontinuation of the hedge accounting relationship. If the additional changes do not result in discontinuation of the hedge accounting relationship, then the Group amends the formal hedge documentation for changes required by interest rate benchmark reform as mentioned above.
When the interest rate benchmark on which the hedged future cash flows had been based is changed as required by interest rate benchmark reform, for the purpose of determining whether the hedged future cash flows are expected to occur, the Group deems that the hedging reserve recognized in OCI for that hedging relationship is based on the alternative benchmark rate on which the hedged future cash flows will be based.
Cash flow hedges
The Group designates certain derivatives as hedging instruments to hedge the variability in cash flows associated with highly probable forecast transactions arising from changes in foreign exchange rates and interest rates.
When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in OCI and accumulated in the hedging reserve. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative that is recognized in OCI is limited to the cumulative change in fair value of the hedged item, determined on a present value basis, from inception of the hedge. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized immediately in profit or loss.
The Group designates only the change in fair value of the spot element of forward exchange contracts as the hedging instrument in cash flow hedging relationships. The change in fair value of the forward element of forward exchange contracts (‘forward points’) is separately accounted for as a cost of hedging and recognized in a cost of hedging reserve within equity. When the hedged forecast transaction subsequently results in the recognition of a non-financial item such as inventory, the amount accumulated in the hedging reserve and the cost of hedging reserve is included directly in the initial cost of the non-financial item when it is recognized.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
For all other hedged forecast transactions, the amount accumulated in the hedging reserve and the cost of hedging reserve is reclassified to profit or loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged expected future cash flows affect profit or loss.
If the hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting or the hedging instrument is sold, expires, is terminated or is exercised, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. When hedge accounting for cash flow hedges is discontinued, the amount that has been accumulated in the hedging reserve and the cost of hedging reserve remains in equity until, for a hedge of a transaction resulting in recognition of a non-financial item, it is included in the non-financial item’s cost on its initial recognition or, for other cash flow hedges, it is reclassified to profit or loss in the same period or periods as the hedged expected future cash flows affect profit or loss.
If the hedged future cash flows are no longer expected to occur, then the amounts that have been accumulated in the hedging reserve and the cost of hedging reserve are immediately reclassified to profit or loss.
Financial guarantees
The Group irrevocably elects on a contract by contract basis, whether to account for a financial guarantee in accordance with IFRS 9.
The Group considers a financial guarantee to be in default when the debtor of the loan is unlikely to pay its credit obligations to the creditor.
When the Group elects to account for financial guarantees in accordance with IFRS 9, they are initially measured at fair value. Subsequently, they are measured at the higher of the loss allowance determined in accordance with IFRS 9 and the amount initially recognized less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognized in accordance with the principles of IFRS 15.
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Property, plant and equipment, net
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Items of property, plant and equipment comprise mainly power station structures, power distribution facilities and related offices. These items are measured at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.
Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items.
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The cost of materials and direct labor;
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Any other costs directly attributable to bringing the assets to a working condition for their intended use;
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Spare parts, servicing equipment and stand-by equipment;
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When the Group has an obligation to remove the assets or restore the site, an estimate of the costs of dismantling and removing the items and restoring the site on which they are located; and
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Capitalized borrowing costs.
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If significant parts of an item of property, plant and equipment items have different useful lives, then they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment.
Any gain or loss on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognized in profit or loss in the year the asset is derecognized.
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Subsequent expenditure is capitalized only if it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with the expenditure will flow to the Group, and its cost can be measured reliably.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
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Depreciation is calculated to reduce the cost of items of property, plant and equipment less their estimated residual values using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives, and is generally recognized in profit or loss. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives unless it is reasonably certain that the Group will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. Freehold land is not depreciated. Diesel oil and spare parts are expensed off when they are used or consumed. Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed by management of the Group at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.
The following useful lives shown on an average basis are applied across the Group:
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Intangible assets, net
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Recognition and measurement
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Goodwill
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Goodwill arising on the acquisition of subsidiaries is measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses. In respect of equity accounted investees, the carrying amount of goodwill is included in the carrying amount of the investment; and any impairment loss is allocated to the carrying amount of the equity investee as a whole.
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Other intangible assets, including licenses, patents and trademarks, which are acquired by the Group having finite useful lives are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and any accumulated impairment losses.
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Amortization
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Amortization is calculated to charge to expense the cost of intangible assets less their estimated residual values using the straight-line method over their useful lives, and is generally recognized in profit or loss. Goodwill is not amortized. Amortization methods and useful lives are reviewed by management of the Group at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.
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Subsequent expenditure
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Subsequent expenditure is capitalized only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other expenditure, including expenditure on internally generated goodwill is expensed as incurred.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
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Leases
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Definition of a lease
The Group assesses whether a contract is or contains a lease by assessing if the contract conveys a right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.
At inception or on reassessment of a contract that contains a lease component, the Group allocates the consideration in the contract to each lease and non-lease component on the basis of their relative stand-alone prices. For lease contracts that include components that are not lease components, such as services or maintenance which relate to the lease component, the Group elected to treat the lease component separately.
As a lessee
The Group recognizes right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for most leases – i.e. these leases are on-balance sheet. However, the Group has elected not to recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for some leases of low-value assets. The Group recognizes the lease payments associated with these leases as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
The Group recognizes a right-of-use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost, and subsequently at cost less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for certain remeasurements of the lease liability. The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement date, discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if that rate cannot be readily determined, the Group’s incremental borrowing rate.
The lease liability is subsequently increased by the interest cost on the lease liability and decreased by lease payments made. It is remeasured when there is a change in future lease payments arising from a change in an index or rate, a change in the estimate of the amount expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee, or as appropriate, changes in the assessment of whether a purchase or extension option is reasonably certain to be exercised or a termination option is reasonably certain not to be exercised.
The Group has applied judgement to determine the lease term for some lease contracts in which it is a lessee that include renewal options. The assessment of whether the Group is reasonably certain to exercise such options impacts the lease term, which affects the amount of lease liabilities and right-of-use assets recognized.
Depreciation of right-of-use asset
Subsequent to the commencement date of the lease, a right-of-use asset is measured using the cost method, less accumulated depreciation and accrued losses from decline in value and is adjusted in respect of re‑measurements of the liability in respect of the lease. The depreciation is calculated on the “straight‑line” basis over the useful life or the contractual lease period – whichever is shorter.
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Impairment of non-financial assets
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At each reporting date, management of the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its non-financial assets (other than inventories and deferred tax assets) to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. Goodwill is tested annually for impairment, and whenever impairment indicators exist.
For impairment testing, assets are grouped together into smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or CGU. Goodwill arising from a business combination is allocated to CGUs or group of CGUs that are expected to benefit from these synergies of the combination.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
The recoverable amount of an asset or CGU is the greater of its value in use and its fair value less costs to sell. Value in use is based on the estimated future cash flows, discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset or CGU.
An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying amount of an asset or CGU exceeds its recoverable amount.
Impairment losses are recognized in profit or loss. They are allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the CGU, and then to reduce the carrying amounts of the other assets in the CGU on a pro rata basis.
An impairment loss in respect of goodwill is not reversed. For other assets, an assessment is performed at each reporting date for any indications that these losses have decreased or no longer exist. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount and is reversed only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment loss had been recognized.
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Revenue recognition
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The Group recognizes revenue when the customer obtains control over the promised goods or services. The revenue is measured according to the amount of the consideration to which the Group expects to be entitled in exchange for the goods or services promised to the customer.
Revenues from the sale of electricity and steam are recognized in the period in which the sale takes place in accordance with the price set in the electricity sale agreements and the quantities of electricity supplied. Furthermore, the Group’s revenues include revenues from the provision of asset management services to power plants and recognized in accordance to the service provision rate.
When setting the transaction price, the Group takes into consideration fixed amounts and amounts that may vary as a result of discounts, credits, price concessions, penalties, claims and disputes and contract modifications that the consideration in their respect has not yet been agreed by the parties.
The Group includes variable consideration, or part of it, in the transaction price only when it is highly probable that its inclusion will not result in a significant revenue reversal in the future when the uncertainty has been subsequently resolved. At the end of each reporting period and if necessary, the Group revises the amount of the variable consideration included in the transaction price.
The Group recognizes compensation paid to customers in respect of delays in the commercial operation date of the power plant on payment date within long-term prepaid expenses, and amortizes them throughout the term of the contract, from the date of commercial operation of the power plant, against a decrease in revenue from contracts with customers.
Key agent or a principal
When another party is involved in providing goods or services to a customer, the Group shall determine whether the nature of its promise is a performance obligation to provide the specified or services itself (i.e., the Group is a principal) or to arrange for those services to be provided by the other party (i.e., the Group is an agent), and therefore recognizes the revenue as the net fee amount.
The Group is a principal if it controls the specified service before that service is transferred to a customer. Indicators that the Group controls the specified service before it is transferred to the customer include the following: The Group is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the specified service; the entity bears a risk before the specified service has been transferred to a customer; and the Group has discretion in establishing the price for the specified service.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
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Income taxes
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Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. It is recognized in profit or loss except to the extent that it relates to a business combination, or items recognized directly in equity or in OCI.
(i)
Current tax
Current tax comprises the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year and any adjustment to tax payable or receivable in respect of previous years. It is measured using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current tax also includes any tax liability arising from dividends.
Current tax assets and liabilities are offset only if certain criteria are met.
(ii)
Deferred tax
Deferred tax is recognized in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is not recognized for:
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Temporary differences on the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss;
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Temporary differences related to investments in subsidiaries and associates where the Group is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences and it is not probable that they will reverse it in the foreseeable future; and
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Taxable temporary differences arising on the initial recognition of goodwill.
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Deferred tax assets are recognized for unused tax losses, unused tax credits and deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be used. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized; such reductions are reversed when the probability of future taxable profit improves.
Unrecognized deferred tax assets are reassessed at each reporting date and recognized to the extent that it has become probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be used.
Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax liabilities and assets, and they relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same taxable entity, or on different tax entities, but they intend to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis or their tax assets and liabilities will be realized simultaneously.
Management of the Group regularly reviews its deferred tax assets for recoverability, taking into consideration all available evidence, both positive and negative, including historical pre-tax and taxable income, projected future pre-tax and taxable income and the expected timing of the reversals of existing temporary differences. In arriving at these judgments, the weight given to the potential effect of all positive and negative evidence is commensurate with the extent to which it can be objectively verified.
Management believes the Group’s tax positions are in compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. Tax benefits are recognized only for tax positions that are more likely than not to be sustained upon examination by tax authorities. The Group believes that its liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits, including related interest, are adequate in relation to the potential for additional tax assessments. There is a risk, however, that the amounts ultimately paid upon resolution of audits could be materially different from the amounts previously included in our income tax expense and, therefore, could have a material impact on our tax provision, net income and cash flows.
(iii)
Uncertain tax positions
A provision for uncertain tax positions, including additional tax and interest expenses, is recognized when it is more probable than not that the Group will have to use its economic resources to pay the obligation.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
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Agreements with the tax equity partner
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Government grants related to distribution projects are not recognized until there is reasonable assurance that the Group will comply with the conditions attaching to them and that the grants will be received.
CPV Group entered into an agreement with an entity that has a federal tax liability in the USA (hereinafter - the ”Tax Equity Partner”) for the purpose of financing the construction and operation of a photovoltaic project in the USA within a partnership owned and controlled by the Group (hereinafter - the “Project”). The project’s tax benefits include an Investment Tax Credit (“ITC"), and a proportionate share in the taxable income of the partnership (hereinafter - the “Tax Benefits”).
Future amounts that will be paid to the Tax Equity Partner out of the free cash flow for distribution constitute a financial liability, which is measured using an amortized cost model in accordance with the effective interest method. The tax credit is accounted for as a government grant, which is related to the acquisition of assets in accordance with the provisions of IAS 20. The Group opted to present the tax credit as a deferred income, under the other long-term liabilities line item, which will be amortized on a straight line basis over the useful life of the photovoltaic facilities. The amounts attributed to the Tax Equity Partner’s right to receive a proportionate share of the taxable income of the partnership are recognized as a non-financial liability, which is carried to profit and loss over a period of 5 years.
| K. |
Discontinued operations
|
A discontinued operation is a component of the Group´s business, the operations and cash flows of which can be clearly distinguished from the rest of the Group and which:
| • | Represents a separate major line of business or geographic area of operations, |
| • |
Is part of a single coordinated plan to dispose of a separate major line of business or geographic area of operations; or
|
| • | Is a subsidiary acquired exclusively with a view to re-sell. |
Classification as a discontinued operation occurs at the earlier of disposal or when the operation meets the criteria to be classified as held-for-sale. When an operation is classified as a discontinued operation, the comparative statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income is re-presented as if the operation had been discontinued from the start of the comparative year.
| L. |
Operating segment and geographic information
|
The Company's CEO and CFO are considered to be the Group's chief operating decision maker ("CODM"). As of December 31, 2024, based on the internal financial information provided to the CODM, the Group has determined that it has
three
reportable segments, which are OPC Power Plants, CPV Group, and ZIM. These segments are based on the different services offered in different geographical locations and also based on how they are managed.
The following summary describes the Group’s reportable segments:
| 1. |
OPC Power Plants –
OPC Power Plants Ltd. (“OPC Power Plants”) (formerly OPC Israel Energy Ltd.) is a wholly owned subsidiary of OPC Energy Ltd. (“OPC”), which generates and supply electricity and energy in Israel.
|
| 2. |
CPV Group
– CPV Group LP (“CPV Group”) is a limited partnership owned by OPC, which generates and supply electricity and energy in the United States.
|
| 3. |
ZIM
– ZIM Integrated Shipping Services, Ltd., an associated company, is an Israeli global container shipping company.
|
In addition to the segments detailed above, the Group has other activities, such as investment holding categorized as Others.
Apart from ZIM, the CODM evaluates the operating segments performance based on Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as the net income (loss) excluding depreciation and amortization, financing income, financing expenses, income taxes and other items. The CODM evaluates segment assets based on total assets and segment liabilities based on total liabilities.
F - 29
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 3 – Material Accounting Policies (Cont’d)
ZIM was identified as an operating segment under IFRS 8 due to its material contribution to the Group’s profit and loss. Following the disposal of ZIM, ZIM will no longer be presented as an operating segment in future financial statements as it is no longer part of the Group. Refer to Note 5 for further details.
The accounting policies used in the determination of the segment amounts are the same as those used in the preparation of the Group's consolidated financial statements, Inter-segment pricing is determined based on transaction prices occurring in the ordinary course of business.
In determining the information to be presented on a geographical basis, revenue is based on the geographic location of the customer and non-current assets are based on the geographic location of the assets.
| M. |
New standards and interpretations not yet adopted
|
A number of new standards and-- amendments to standards and interpretations are effective for annual periods beginning after January 1, 2024 and have not been applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements. The Group is still assessing the impact of the following amended standards and interpretations towards the Group’s consolidated financial statements:
| a) | Lack of Exchangeability – Amendments to IAS 21 The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates |
| b) |
Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments – Amendments to IFRS 9 Financial Instruments and IFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
|
| c) | Contracts Referencing Nature-dependent Electricity – Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 |
Note 4 – Determination of Fair Value
| A. |
Derivatives and Long-term investment (Qoros)
|
See Note 29 Financial Instruments.
| B. |
Non-derivative financial liabilities
|
Non-derivative financial liabilities are measured at their respective fair values, at initial recognition and for disclosure purposes, at each reporting date. Fair value for disclosure purposes, is determined based on the quoted trading price in the market for traded debentures, whereas for non-traded loans, debentures and other financial liabilities is determined by discounting the future cash flows in respect of the principal and interest component using the market interest rate as of the date of the report.
| C. |
Fair value of equity-accounted investments
|
The fair value of equity-accounted investments may be accounted for based on:
1. the investment as a whole; or
2. each individual share making up the investment.
In determining the fair value of equity-accounted investments, the Group has elected to account for as an individual share making up the investment and that no premium is added to the fair value of equity-accounted investments.
F - 30
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 5 – Profit/(loss) from divestment of ZIM
Set forth below are the results attributable to the divestment of ZIM:
|
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|
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|
December 31
|
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|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
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|
Note
|
$ Thousands
|
$ Thousands
|
$ Thousands
|
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|
Loss on dilution
|
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)
|
(
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|
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|
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|
9.B.1
|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
9.A.2
|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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(
|
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|
|
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In March 2022, Kenon sold approximately
6
million ZIM shares at an average price of $
77
per share for total consideration of approximately $
463
million. As a result of the sale, Kenon recognized a gain on sale of approximately $
205
million in its consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, as a result of the sales of ZIM shares and the issuance of new shares, Kenon’s interest in ZIM reduced from
26
% to
21
%.
In 2024, Kenon sold all of its remaining interest in ZIM shares for total consideration of approximately $
525
million. As a result of the sale, Kenon recognized a gain on sale of approximately $
475
million in its consolidated financial statements and ZIM ceased to be an associate of the Group. The net impact on profit/(loss) are reflected as part of results from divestment of ZIM for the year under IFRS 5 (Discontinued Operations).
In the cash flow, the net proceeds from divestment of ZIM are disclosed in a separate caption “Dividends received from associated companies, net” under operating cash flows and “Proceeds from sales of interest in ZIM” under investing cash flows. There were no assets recognized attributable to ZIM in 2024 and 2023. Refer to Note 9 for more information.
|
For the year ended
|
||||||||||||
|
December 31
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
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|
$ Thousands
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||
|
Net cash flows provided by operating activities
|
|
|
|
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|
Net cash flows provided by investing activities
|
|
|
|
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|
Cash and cash equivalents provided from divestment of ZIM
|
|
|
|
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F - 31
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 6 – Cash and Cash Equivalents
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents in banks
|
|
|
||||||
|
Time deposits
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
The Group held cash and cash equivalents which are of investment grade based on Standard and Poor’s Ratings.
Note 7 – Short-Term Deposits and Restricted Cash
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Short-term restricted cash
|
|
|
||||||
The Group held short-term deposits and restricted cash which are of investment grade based on Standard and Poor’s Ratings.
Note 8 – Other Investments
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Debt investments - at FVOCI
|
|
|
||||||
The Group held debt investments at FVOCI which are of investment grade based on Standard and Poor’s Ratings and have stated interest rates of
0.75
% to
7.625
% (2023:
0.25
% to
7.625
%) with an average maturity of
2 years
(2023:
2 years
). These debt investments are expected to be realized within the next 12 months.
Information about the Group’s exposure to credit and market risks, and fair value measurement, is included in Note 29 Financial Instruments.
F - 32
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in Equity-accounted Investees
| A. |
Condensed information regarding significant equity-accounted investees
|
| 1. |
Condensed financial information with respect to the statement of financial position
|
|
|
CPV
Renewable **
|
CPV
Fairview
|
CPV
Maryland
|
CPV
Shore
|
CPV
Towantic
|
CPV
Valley
|
CPV
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
ZIM *
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Principal place of business
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Proportion of ownership interest
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Current assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Non-current assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
Current liabilities
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Non-current liabilities
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
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|
Total net assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Group's share of net assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Adjustments:
|
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|
Excess cost
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
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|
Book value of investment
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
I
nvestments in equity-accounted
investees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
ZIM
|
CPV
Renewable **
|
CPV
Fairview
|
CPV
Maryland
|
CPV
Shore
|
CPV
Towantic
|
CPV
Valley
|
CPV
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Principal place of business
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Proportion of ownership interest
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Current assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Non-current assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Current liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Non-current liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Total net assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Group's share of net assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Adjustments:
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Excess cost
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total impairment loss
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Unrecognised losses*
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Book value of investment
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Investments in equity-accounted
investees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
* Following the disposal of ZIM, ZIM will no longer be an associate to the Group. Refer to Note 5 for further details. In 2023, additional share of losses of $
271
million were unrecognized as the carrying amount of ZIM has been reduced to zero.
** Refer to Note 11.A.7 for deconsolidation of CPV Renewable
As of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Group also has interests in a number of individually immaterial associates.
F - 33
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in Equity-accounted Investees (Cont’d)
| 2. |
Condensed financial information with respect to results of operations
|
|
|
CPV
Renewable***
|
CPV
Fairview
|
CPV
Maryland
|
CPV
Shore
|
CPV
Towantic
|
CPV
Valley
|
CPV
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
ZIM**
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
For the year ended December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Income/(loss)*
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income *
|
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Adjustments
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income presented in the books
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
CPV
Renewable***
|
CPV
Fairview
|
CPV
Maryland
|
CPV
Shore
|
CPV
Towantic
|
CPV
Valley
|
CPV
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
ZIM**
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
For the year ended December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Loss/income*
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income *
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Adjustments
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income presented in the books
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
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F - 34
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in Equity-accounted Investees (Cont’d)
|
|
CPV
Renewable***
|
CPV
Fairview
|
CPV
Maryland
|
CPV
Shore
|
CPV
Towantic
|
CPV
Valley
|
CPV
Three Rivers
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
ZIM**
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
For the year ended December 31, 2022
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Loss/income*
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income *
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Total comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Adjustments
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Kenon’s share of comprehensive income presented in the books
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * | Excludes portion attributable to non-controlling interest. |
| ** |
Following the disposal of ZIM, ZIM will no longer be an associate to the Group. Refer to Note 5 for further details
|
| *** | Refer to Note 11.A.7 for deconsolidation of CPV Renewable |
F - 35
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in
Equity-accounted Investees
(Cont’d)
| B. |
Additional information
|
ZIM
| 1. |
Impairment assessment
|
For the purposes of Kenon’s impairment assessment of its investment, ZIM is considered one CGU, which consists of all of ZIM’s operating assets. The recoverable amount is based on the higher of the value-in-use and the fair value less cost of disposal (“FVLCOD”).
Year Ended December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2024, Kenon does not have any equity interest in ZIM.
Year Ended December 31, 2023
As of December 31, 2023, the carrying amount of ZIM has been reduced to zero after taking into account the equity accounted losses of ZIM and therefore, no assessment of further impairment of ZIM was necessary. Further, as of December 31, 2023, Kenon did not identify any objective evidence that the previously recognized impairment loss no longer exists or the previously assessed impairment amount may have decreased, and therefore, in accordance with IAS 36, no reversal of impairment was recognized.
Year Ended December 31, 2022
Kenon identified indicators of impairment in accordance with IAS 28 as a result of a significant decrease in ZIM’s market capitalization towards the end of 2022. Therefore, the carrying value of Kenon’s investment in ZIM was tested for impairment in accordance with IAS 36.
F - 36
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in Equity-accounted Investees (Cont’d)
Kenon assessed the fair value of ZIM to be its market value as of December 31, 2022 and also assessed that, based solely on publicly available information within the current volatile shipping industry, no reasonable VIU calculation could be performed. As a result, Kenon concluded that the recoverable amount of its investment in ZIM is the market value. ZIM is accounted for as an individual share making up the investment and therefore no premium is added to the fair value of ZIM. Kenon measures the recoverable amount based on FVLCOD, measured at Level 1 fair value measurement under IFRS 13.
Given that market value is below carrying value Kenon recognized an impairment of $
929
million.
| 2. |
Derivative transaction
|
In June 2024, Kenon entered into a collar transaction with an investment bank relating to an additional
5
million ZIM shares owned by Kenon. The collar transaction has a two-year term with settlement either in cash or in ZIM shares. On November 22, 2024, Kenon terminated the collar transaction that it put in place with respect to
5 million
ZIM shares with no material impact on the financial statements. Further, Kenon also entered into a cash settled capped call transaction with respect to
5 million
ZIM shares with a settlement date in June 2026.
The collar transaction and capped call transaction are recognized as derivative instruments measured at fair value through profit or loss. Refer to Note 29 for further information on the inputs used.
| C. |
OPC’s material equity-accounted investees
|
|
Ownership interest as
at December 31
|
||||||||||||
|
Note
|
Main location of company's activities
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||||
|
CPV Valley Holdings, LLC
|
9.C.1
|
|
|
%
|
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%
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|
CPV, Three Rivers, LLC
|
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
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|
CPV Fairview, LLC
|
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
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|
CPV Maryland, LLC
|
9.C.2
|
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
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|
CPV Shore Holdings, LLC
|
9.C.2
|
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
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|
CPV Towantic, LLC
|
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
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| 1. |
CPV Valley Holdings, LLC (“CPV Valley”)
|
During 2023, CPV Valley’s financing agreement was amended and extended to May 31, 2026. On the signing date of the new financing agreement, CPV Valley repaid $
55
million of the financing arrangement, of which shareholders’ loans of $
17
million were extended to CPV Valley from OPC. Subsequently, the total loan amount under the new financing agreement is $
415
million.
| 2. |
Acquisition of additional interests in CPV Maryland and CPV Shore
|
On October 11, 2024, the acquisition of an additional
25
% interest in the Maryland Power Plant was completed in accordance with the Acquisition Agreement (further to fulfillment of the conditions precedent and the payment of the consideration by CPV Group).
In addition, on December 12, 2024, the acquisition of an additional
31
% interest in the Shore Power Plant and
25
% in the Maryland Power Plant was completed for $
188
million. Following the completion of the transactions, CPV Group has stakes of approximately
68
% and
75
% in associates CPV Shore and CPV Maryland, respectively.
Given the ownership interest held by the remaining interest holders in the associates, OPC continues to account for the investments in CPV Shore and CPV Maryland using the equity method.
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 9 – Investment in Equity-accounted Investees (Cont’d)
The allocation of the purchase price to CPV Group’s share of the fair value of the identifiable assets and liabilities was carried out by an external independent appraiser, as detailed below:
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Property, plant and equipment
|
|
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|
Loans
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Other identifiable assets and liabilities
|
|
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|
|
||||
The fair value of property, plant and equipment was estimated in accordance with the DCF method by discounting the future cash flows of each project by the weighted average cost of capital post-tax. The DCF was performed for periods representing the estimated economic life of the power plants and was revised at the end of the forecast period, based on forecast market prices (specifically electricity margins and capacity) received from external, independent information sources, long-term inflation rate, based on relevant curves and the weighted average cost of capital.
Note 10 – Long-term investment (Qoros)
| 1. |
As of December 31, 2024, the Group holds a
|
| 2. |
Qoros introduced a New Strategic Partner
|
In January 2018, the New Qoros Investor purchased
51
% of Qoros from Kenon and Chery for RMB
3.315
billion (approximately $
504
million), resulting in Kenon’s and Chery’s interest in Qoros dropping from 50% each to 24% and 25%, respectively. This was part of an investment structure (“Investment Agreement”) to invest a total of approximately RMB
6.63
billion (approximately $
1,002
million) by the New Qoros Investor. The Investment Agreement provided Kenon with a put option over its remaining equity interest in Qoros.
| 3. |
Kenon sells down from 24% to 12%
|
In January 2019, Kenon, on behalf of its wholly owned subsidiary Quantum (2007) LLC, announced that it had entered into an agreement to sell half (
12
%) of its remaining interest (
24
%) in Qoros to the New Qoros Investor for RMB
1,560
million (approximately $
220
million), which was based on the same post-investment valuation as the initial investment by the New Qoros Investor. In April 2020, Kenon completed the sale of this half of its remaining interest in Qoros and received payment of RMB
1,560
million (approximately $
220
million). Kenon recognized a gain of approximately $
153
million from the sale of its
12
% interest in Qoros and the derecognition of the current portion of the put option pertaining to the
12
% interest sold.
Subsequent to the sale, the remaining
12
% interest in Qoros was accounted for on a fair value basis through profit and loss and, together with the non-current portion of the put option pertaining to the remaining
12
% interest (see Note 10.2), was reclassified in the statement of financial position as a long-term investment (Qoros).
| 4. |
Agreement to sell remaining 12% interest
|
In April 2021, Quantum entered into an agreement with the New Qoros Investor to sell all of its remaining
12
% interest in Qoros. The total purchase price is RMB
1.56
billion (approximately $
245
million).
To date, the New Qoros Investor has failed to make any of the required payments under this agreement.
In the fourth quarter of 2021, Kenon started arbitration proceedings against the New Qoros Investor for breach of the agreement and Kenon also started litigation proceedings against the New Qoros Investor with regards to the New Qoros Investor’s obligations to Kenon’s pledged shares in relation to Qoros’ RMB
1.2
billion loan (as described below). As of December 31, 2024, the court proceedings are still ongoing.
As a result of the payment delay, Quantum had exercised the Put Option it has to sell its remaining shares to the New Qoros Investor.
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 10 – Long-term investment (Qoros) (Cont’d)
| 5. |
Fair value assessment
|
In September 2021, in light of the events described above, Kenon performed an assessment of the fair value of the long-term investment (Qoros) under IFRS 13
Fair value measurement
. Kenon concluded that the fair value of the long-term investment (Qoros) is zero. Therefore, in 2021 Kenon recognized a fair value loss of $
235
million in its consolidated financial statements for the year ended 2021. There were no significant changes in circumstances in 2024 as compared to 2021, therefore, management has assessed that there is no change in fair value of Qoros.
| 6. |
Financial Guarantees Provision and Releases
|
As of December 31, 2024, Kenon has pledged substantially all of its interests in Qoros to secure Qoros’ RMB
1.2
billion loan facility. The New Qoros Investor was required to assume its pro rata share of pledge obligations. It has not yet provided all such pledges but has provided Kenon with a guarantee in respect of its pro rata share, and up to all, of Quantum's pledge obligations.
| 7. |
Restrictions
|
Qoros has restrictions with respect to distribution of dividends and sale of assets deriving from legal and regulatory restrictions, restrictions under the joint venture agreement and the Articles of Association and restrictions stemming from credit received.
Note 11 – Subsidiaries
| A. |
Investments
|
OPC Energy Ltd.
OPC is a publicly-traded company whose securities are listed on the TASE. OPC is engaged in three reportable segments:
| i. |
generation and supply of electricity and energy in Israel to private customers, Israel Electric Company (“IEC”) and Noga – The Israel Independent System Operator Ltd. (“System Operator” or “Noga’), including initiation, development, construction and operation of power plants and facilities for energy generation;
|
| ii. |
generation and supply of electricity and energy in the United States using renewable energy, including development, construction and management of renewable energy power plants; and
|
| iii. |
generation and supply of electricity and energy in the United States using conventional (natural gas) power plants, including development, construction and management of conventional energy power plants in the United States.
|
Material subsidiaries
Set forth below are details regarding OPC’s material subsidiaries:
|
Ownership interest as at
December 31
|
|||||||||||||
|
Note
|
Main location of company's activities
|
2024
|
2023
|
||||||||||
|
OPC Holdings Israel Ltd.
|
11.A.1
|
Israel
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
|||||||
|
CPV Group LP
|
11.A.2
|
USA
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
|||||||
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
| 1. |
OPC Holdings Israel Ltd. (“OPC Holdings Israel”)
|
OPC Power Plants, directly holds most of OPC’s businesses in Israel, such as OPC Rotem Ltd. (“OPC Rotem”), OPC Hadera Ltd. (“OPC Hadera”), Tzomet Energy Ltd. (“OPC Tzomet”), OPC Sorek 2 Ltd. (“OPC Sorek 2”) and OPC Gat Power Plant (“Gat Partnership”). These businesses are mainly engaged in the generation and supply of electricity and energy, mainly to private customers and to the System Operator, and in the development, construction and operation in Israel of power plants and energy generation facilities powered using natural gas and renewable energy.
In May 2022, OPC had entered into an agreement with Veridis Power Plants (“Veridis”) to form OPC Holdings Israel Ltd. (“OPC Holdings Israel”), which will hold and operate all of OPC's business activities in the energy and electricity generation and supply sectors in Israel (“Veridis Transaction”).
Upon completion of the Veridis Transaction in 2023, OPC transferred to OPC Holdings Israel, among other things, its
80
% interest in OPC Rotem, as well as other operations in Israel including OPC Hadera, OPC Tzomet, OPC Sorek, energy generation facilities on consumers’ premises and virtual electricity supply activities, and Veridis transferred its
20
% interests in OPC Rotem to OPC Holdings Israel. In addition, Veridis invested approximately NIS
452
million (approximately $
129
million) in cash in OPC Holdings Israel (after adjustments to the original transaction amount which totaled NIS
425
million (approximately $
125
million)), of which approximately NIS
400
million (approximately $
118
million) was used by OPC Rotem to repay a portion of the shareholders’ loans provided to OPC Rotem in 2021 by OPC and Veridis.
As a result of the Veridis Transaction, OPC holds
80
% and Veridis holds the remaining
20
% of OPC Holdings Israel, which holds
100
% of the business activities in the energy and electricity generation and supply sectors in Israel transferred by OPC.
The Veridis transaction is accounted for in accordance with the provisions of IFRS 10 – “Consolidated Financial Statements”. Accordingly, all differences between the cash received from Veridis as stated above and the increase in the non-controlling interests were recognized in capital reserve from transactions with non-controlling interests.
| 2. |
CPV Group LP (“CPV Group”)
|
CPV Group is engaged in the development, construction and management of power plants using renewable energy and conventional energy (power plants running on natural gas of the advanced‑generation combined‑cycle type) in the United States. The CPV Group holds rights in active power plants that it initiated and developed – both in the area of conventional energy and in the area of renewable energy. In addition, through an asset management group the CPV Group is engaged in provision of management services to power plants in the United States using a range of technologies and fuel types, by means of signing asset‑management agreements, usually for short to medium periods. Refer to Note 9 for further details on associates of CPV Group.
| 3. |
OPC Gat Power Plant (“Gat Partnership”)
|
On March 30, 2023, the transaction between OPC Power Plants, together with Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988) Ltd. (“Dor Alon”), and Dor Alon Gas Power Plants Limited Partnership (the “Seller”) for purchase of the rights in a power plant located in Kiryat Gat Industrial Zone (“Gat Partnership”) was completed, and all rights in the Gat Partnership were transferred to OPC.
The transaction was completed for a consideration of NIS
870
million (approximately $
242
million), after adjustments to working capital. Consideration of NIS
270
million (approximately $
75
million) were paid to acquire all the rights in the Gat Partnership, and consideration of NIS
303
million (approximately $
84
million) were used to repay the shareholders’ loan. The remaining consideration of NIS
300
million (approximately $
83
million) represents a deferred consideration that was paid in 2023.
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
Determination of fair value of identified assets and liabilities
The acquisition of the Gat Partnership was accounted for according to the provisions of IFRS 3 - “Business Combinations”. On the Transaction Completion Date, OPC included the net assets of the Gat Partnership in accordance with their fair value.
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|||
|
Trade and other receivables
|
|
|||
|
Property, plant, and equipment - facilities and electricity generation and supply license (1)
|
|
|||
|
Property, plant, and equipment - land owned by the Gat Partnership (2)
|
|
|||
|
Trade and other payables
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Loans from former right holders (3)
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Deferred tax liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Identifiable assets, net
|
|
|||
|
Goodwill (4)
|
|
|||
|
Total consideration (5)
|
|
|||
| (1) |
The Group applied IFRS 3 and allocate the fair value of the facilities and the electricity supply license to a single asset. The fair value was determined by an independent appraiser using the income approach, the MultiPeriod Excess Earning Method. The valuation methodology included several key assumptions that constituted the basis for cash flow forecasts, including, among other things, electricity and gas prices, and nominal post-tax discount rate of
|
| (2) |
The fair value of the land was determined by an external and independent land appraiser using the discounted cash flow technique (“DCF”) of
|
| (3) |
The loans were repaid immediately after the acquisition date.
|
| (4) |
The goodwill arising as part of the business combination reflects the synergy between the activity of the Gat Partnership and the Rotem Power Plant.
|
| (5) |
The consideration includes a cash payment of NIS
|
|
The aggregate cash flows that were used by the Group as a result of the acquisition transaction:
|
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Cash and other cash equivalents paid (excluding consideration used to repay shareholders' loan)
|
|
|||
|
Cash and other cash equivalents acquired
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
|
||||
| 4. |
OPC Power Ventures LP (“OPC Power”)
|
In October 2020, OPC signed a partnership agreement (the “Partnership Agreement” and the “Partnership”, where applicable) with three financial entities to form OPC Power, whereby the limited partners in the Partnership are OPC which holds a
70
% interest, Clal Insurance Group which holds a
12.75
% interest, Migdal Insurance Group which holds a
12.75
% interest, and a corporation from Poalim Capital Markets which holds a
4.5
% interest.
The General Partner of the Partnership, a wholly-owned company of OPC, will manage the Partnership’s business as its General Partner, with certain material actions (or which may involve a conflict of interest between the General Partner and the limited partners), requiring approval of a majority a of special majority (according to the specific action) of the institutional investors which are limited partners. The General Partner is entitled to management fees and success fees subject to meeting certain achievements.
OPC also entered into an agreement with entities from the Migdal Insurance Group with respect to their holdings in the Partnership, whereby OPC granted said entities a put option, and they granted OPC a call option (to the extent that the put option is not exercised), which is exercisable after
10 years
in certain circumstances.
F - 41
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
The total investment undertaking and provision of shareholders’ loans provided by all partners under the Partnership Agreement pro rata to the holdings discussed above is $
1,215
million. The amount is designated for acquisition of all the rights in the CPV Group and for financing additional investments.
In 2021, OPC and the holders of the non-controlling interests provided OPC Power in partnership capital and loans of approximately $
657
million and $
204
million respectively. The loans are denominated in dollars and bear interest at an annual rate of
7
%. The loan principal is repayable at any time, but not later than January 2028. The accrued interest is to be paid on a quarterly basis. To the extent the payment made by OPC Power is lower than the amount of the accrued interest, the payment in respect of the balance will be postponed to the next quarter, but not later than January 2028. In January 2021, the loans and rights of OPC Power were subsequently transferred to ICG Energy, Inc. OPC Power holds
99.99
% of the CPV Group, and the remaining interest is held by the General Partner of the Partnership.
In 2022, the Limited Partners in the Partnership provided OPC Power with equity investments totaling $
122
million (NIS
409
million) and provided it with loans for a total amount of $
38
million (NIS
127
million), respectively, each in accordance with its proportionate share. As December 31, 2022, total investments in the Partnership’s equity and the outstanding balance of the loans (including accrued interest) amount to $
779
million (approximately NIS
2,741
million), and $
271
million (approximately NIS
953
million), respectively.
In 2023, OPC and non-controlling interests made equity investments in the partnership OPC Power Ventures LP (both directly and indirectly) of NIS
565
million (approximately $
150
million), and extended NIS
175
million (approximately $
45
million) in loans, based on their stake in the partnership. In September 2023, after utilizing the entire investment commitment and shareholder loans in July 2023, the facility was increased by $
100
million (OPC’s share in the facility is $
70
million).
| 5. |
Acquisition of CPV Group
|
On January 25, 2021 (“Transaction Completion Date”), the Group acquired
70
% of the rights and holdings in CPV Power Holdings LP; Competitive Power Ventures Inc.; and CPV Renewable Energy Company Inc through the limited partnership, CPV Group LP (the “Buyer”). For the year ended December 31, 2021, the Group’s consolidated results comprised results of the CPV Group from Transaction Completion Date through to year end.
On the Transaction Completion Date, in accordance with the mechanism for determination of the consideration as defined in the acquisition agreement, the Buyer paid the sellers approximately $
648
million, and about $
5
million for a deposit which remains in the CPV Group.
OPC partially hedged its exposure to changes in the cash flows from payments in US dollars in connection with the agreement for acquisition of the CPV Group by means of forward transactions and dollar deposits. OPC chose to designate the forward transactions as an accounting hedge. On the Transaction Completion Date, OPC recorded an amount of approximately NIS
103
million (approximately $
32
million) that was accrued in a hedge capital reserve to the investment cost in the CPV Group.
The contribution of the CPV Group to the Group’s revenue and consolidated loss from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021 amounted to $
51
million and $
47
million, respectively.
Following the acquisition of CPV Group, the fair value of identifiable assets and liabilities as of the acquisition date had been determined to be $
580
million. Accordingly, goodwill of $
105
million (including goodwill arising from hedging) was recognized, which reflects the potential of future activities of CPV Group in the market in which it operates.
| 6. |
Acquisition of Mountain Wind Power Plant
|
In January 2023, CPV Group through its
100
% owned subsidiary entered into an agreement to acquire all rights in four operating wind-powered electricity power plants in Maine, United States, with an aggregate capacity of
81.5
MW.
On April 5, 2023, the transaction was completed and CPV Group received all rights in the Mountain Wind Project for consideration of $
175
million.
F - 42
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
|
Determination of fair value of identified assets and liabilities
The acquisition of the Mountain Wind Project was accounted for according to the provisions of IFRS 3 - “Business Combinations”. On the Transaction Completion Date, OPC included the net assets of the Mountain Wind Project in accordance with their fair value.
Set forth below is the fair value of the identifiable assets and liabilities acquired:
|
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Trade and other receivables
|
|
|||
|
Property, plant, and equipment (1)
|
|
|||
|
Intangible assets (1)
|
|
|||
|
Trade and other payables
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Liabilities in respect of evacuation and removal
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Identifiable assets, net
|
|
|||
|
Goodwill (2)
|
|
|||
|
Total consideration
|
|
|||
| (1) |
The fair value was determined using the DCF method. The valuation methodology included a number of key assumptions that constituted the basis for cash flow forecasts, including, among other things, electricity and gas prices, and nominal post-tax discount rate of
|
| (2) |
The goodwill in the transaction reflects the business potential of the Group’s entry into the renewable energies market in New England, USA. CPV Group expects that the entire amount of the goodwill will be deductible for tax purposes.
|
| 7. |
Harrison Street transaction
|
On August 16, 2024, investees of CPV Group entered into binding agreements with Harrison Street, an American private equity fund operating in the field of infrastructures (hereinafter - the “Investor”), where under the Investor will invest a total of $
300
million (hereinafter - the “Total Investment Amount”) in CPV Renewable Power LP (hereinafter - “CPV Renewable”) in consideration for
33.33
% of the ordinary interests in CPV Renewable (hereinafter - the “Investor’s Interest”), in accordance with and subject to the main terms and conditions as detailed below (hereinafter - the “Agreement” and the “Transaction”, as the case may be ). The Transaction reflects a pre-money valuation of approximately $
600
million for CPV Renewable.
The Investment Agreement includes, among other things, generally accepted representations and statements by CPV Corporations and the Investor, undertakings applicable to CPV Group, whose objective is mainly to ensure conduct in the ordinary course of business, and conditions precedent for completion of the Transaction, which include the absence of material adverse events as defined in the Agreement, and receipt of the regulator’s approval within a certain period.
On November 13, 2024, the conditions precedent for the completion of the Transaction were met (hereinafter - the "Transaction Completion Date").
On the Transaction Completion Date, $
200
million was invested by the Investor and the balance of $
100
million will be invested no later than September 30, 2025. On the Transaction Completion Date, the Investor’s Interests were allocated to the Investor.
Based on an analysis of the contractual rights awarded to the Investor, OPC reached the conclusion that, in accordance with the provisions of IFRS 10, as of the Transaction Completion Date, OPC has lost control over CPV Renewable and, accordingly, from the Transaction Completion Date, it has deconsolidated CPV Renewable’ financial statements and will be applying the equity method to its investment in CPV Renewable.
F - 43
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
Following are details of assets and liabilities derecognized on deconsolidation date:
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|||
|
Trade and other receivables
|
|
|||
|
Restricted deposits and cash
|
|
|||
|
Property, plant and equipment
|
|
|||
|
Right of use assets and deferred expenses
|
|
|||
|
Intangible assets - PPAs and other agreements
|
|
|||
|
Intangible assets - goodwill
|
|
|||
|
Derivative financial instruments, net
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Trade and other payables
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Long-term loans from banking corporations and financial institutions
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Long-term lease liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Loan to ICG Energy
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Other long‑term liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Total assets, net derecognized upon deconsolidation
|
|
|||
The fair value of CPV Renewable amounts to $
897
million, with CPV Group’s share (
66.67
%) amounting to $
594
million. The following is the calculation of the profit from loss of control:
|
$ Million
|
|||||
|
Fair value
|
|
||||
|
Net assets attributable to the Group at deconsolidation date
|
(
|
)
|
|||
|
Excess fair value
|
|
||||
|
Transaction costs carried to profit or loss and others
|
(
|
)
|
|||
|
Pretax income on loss of control in CPV Renewable
|
|
||||
|
Tax expenses due to restructuring carried out prior to completing the transaction
|
(
|
)
|
|||
|
Deferred tax expenses with respect to revaluation of investment to fair value
|
(
|
)
|
|||
|
Post-tax income on loss of control in CPV Renewable
|
|
||||
As of the approval date of the financial statements, OPC has yet to complete the attribution of acquisition cost to the identifiable assets and liabilities. Consequently, some of the fair value data are temporary and may change. The fair value of the investment in CPV Renewable of approximately $
594
million was allocated mainly to operating projects, as detailed below:
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|||
|
Receivables in respect of deferred consideration from the partner in CPV Renewable
|
|
|||
|
Property, plant and equipment
|
|
|||
|
Bank loans
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
Other identifiable assets and liabilities
|
|
|||
|
Total
|
|
|||
The projects’ fair value was evaluated based on the following methodology:
| 1. |
Projects under commercial operation or construction are based on DCF method by discounting the expected future cash flows of each project, by the weighted average cost of capital after tax.
|
| 2. |
Backlog of projects under advanced development is at estimated based on fair value per KW and the likelihood of materialization as a function of the development stages.
|
| 3. |
The backlog of projects under initial development is based on cost.
|
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Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
The projects’ fair value is based on the following are the key assumptions:
| 1. |
Forecast years represent the period spanning from 2024 to 2054 and are based on the estimate of the economic life of the power plants and their value as of the end of the forecast period.
|
| 2. |
Market prices and capacity based on market prices are based on PPAs and market forecasts received from external and independent information sources, considering the relevant area and market for each project and the relevant regulation.
|
| 3. |
Estimated construction costs of the projects, and entitlement to tax benefits in respect of projects under construction.
|
| 4. |
An annual long-term inflation rate of
|
| 5. |
Weighted Average Cost of Capital is calculated for each active material project and under construction separately and ranges between
|
The following are the aggregate cash flows that arose to the Group as a result of the transaction:
|
$ Million
|
||||
|
Repayment of a loan granted by ICG Energy
|
|
|||
|
Return on investment
|
|
|||
|
Deconsolidation - Cash and cash equivalents of CPV Renewable
|
(
|
)
|
||
|
|
||||
| 8. |
Issuances of new shares by OPC
|
In February 2021, OPC issued to Altshuler Shaham Ltd. and entities managed by Altschuler Shalam (collectively, the “Offerees”),
10,300,000
ordinary shares of NIS
0.01
par value each. The price of the shares issued to the Offerees was NIS
34
per ordinary share, and the gross proceeds from the issuance was about NIS
350
million (approximately $
106
million). The issuance expenses were about NIS
4
million (approximately $
1
million). Accordingly, the Group recognized $
63
million in non-controlling interests and $
42
million in accumulated profits arising from changes in the Group’s proportionate share of OPC.
In July 2022, OPC issued to the public
9,443,800
ordinary shares of NIS
0.01
par value each. The issuance was carried out by way of uniform offering with a quantity range, and a tender for the unit price and quantity. Gross issuance proceeds amounted to NIS
331
million (approximately $
94
million), and issuance expenses were approximately NIS
9
million (approximately $
2
million). Kenon took part in the issuance, and was issued
3,898,000
ordinary shares for a gross amount of $
39
million.
In September 2022, OPC issued to qualified investors
12,500,000
ordinary shares of NIS
0.01
par value each. Gross issuance proceeds amounted to NIS
500
million (approximately $
141
million), and issuance expenses were approximately NIS
6
million (approximately $
1
million). Kenon did not take part in the issuance.
Following completion of the share issuances in 2022, Kenon registered a decrease of
4
% in equity interest in OPC from
59
% to
55
%. Accordingly, the Group recognized $
136
million in non-controlling interests and $
58
million in accumulated profits arising from changes in the Group’s proportionate share of OPC.
In July 2024, OPC issued to the public
31,250,000
ordinary shares of NIS
0.01
par value each, of which
16,707,400
ordinary shares were issued to Kenon for a gross amount of $
118
million. The issuance was by way of a uniform offering with a range of quantities, and a tender on the price per unit and the quantity. The gross proceeds of the issuance amounted to approximately $
220
million (NIS
800
million). The issuance expenses amounted to approximately $
6
million (approximately NIS
21
million).
Following completion of the share issuances in 2024, Kenon registered a decrease in equity interest in OPC from
54.7
% to
54.5
%.
F - 45
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
| 9. |
Rights issuance
In September 2021, OPC issued rights to purchase
In October 2021, Kenon exercised rights for the purchase of approximately
Following completion of the share issuance as described in Note 11.9 and the above rights issuances in 2021, Kenon registered a decrease in equity interest in OPC from
|
| 10. |
Impairment of assets
On April 17, 2024, the Israeli government rejected National Infrastructures Plan (“NIP”) 20B, for the construction of a natural gas-fired power generation plant (hereinafter - “Hadera 2 Project”). As a result, OPC assessed the recoverable amount of the Hadera 2 Project in its consolidated financial statements in accordance with the provisions of IAS 36, and accordingly recognized an impairment loss of approximately NIS
These impairment losses were recognized as part of the financial statement caption “Other (expenses)/income, net”.
|
| 11. |
Dividends
Following the growth strategy adopted by OPC and the expansion of operation targets in recent years, taking into account OPC’s financial strength, from March 2024, OPC’s dividend distribution policy will be suspended for two years. After the said suspension period, the Board of Directors will discuss the possible resumption of the dividend distribution policy and its applicability to the circumstances, if any.
|
F - 46
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 11 – Subsidiaries (Cont’d)
| B. |
The following table summarizes the information relating to the Group’s subsidiary in 2024, 2023 and 2022 that has material NCI:
|
|
As at and for the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
OPC Energy Ltd.
|
OPC Energy Ltd.
|
OPC Energy Ltd.
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
NCI percentage *
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
||||||
|
Current assets
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Non-current assets
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Current liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Non-current liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Net assets
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Carrying amount of NCI
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Profit after tax
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other comprehensive income
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Profit attributable to NCI
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
OCI attributable to NCI
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Cash flows from operating activities
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Cash flows used in investing activities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Cash flows from financing activites excluding dividends paid to NCI
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Effect of changes in the exchange rate on cash and cash equivalents
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||
* The NCI percentage represents the effective NCI of the Group
F - 47
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 12 – Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
| A. |
Composition
|
|
Roads, buildings and
leasehold
improvements
|
Facilities, machinery
and equipment
|
Wind turbines
|
Office furniture and
equipment
|
Assets under
construction
|
Other
|
Total
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Cost
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Disposals
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Reclassification
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Acquisitions through business combination
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Differences in translation reserves
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Disposals
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Deconsolidation*
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Reclassification
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Differences in translation reserves
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Accumulated depreciation
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Disposals
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Differences in translation reserves
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Disposals
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Deconsolidation*
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Differences in translation reserves
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Carrying amounts
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
At January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
At December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
At December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
* Relates to deconsolidation of CPV Renewable. Refer to Note 11.A.7 for further information.
F - 48
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 12 – Property, Plant and Equipment, Net (Cont’d)
| B. |
The amount of borrowing costs capitalized in 2024 was approximately $
|
| C. |
Fixed assets purchased on credit in 2024 was approximately $
|
| D. |
The composition of depreciation expenses from continuing operations is as follows:
|
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization included in gross profit
|
|
|
||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization charged to selling, general and administrative expenses
|
|
|
||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization from continuing operations
|
|
|
||||||
Note 13 – Intangible Assets, Net
| A. |
Composition:
|
|
Goodwill
|
PPA*
|
Others
|
Total
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Cost
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance as at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Acquisitions through business combination
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Impairment
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Additions
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Impairment
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Deconsolidation*
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Amortization
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance as at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Amortization for the year
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Amortization for the year
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Reclassification
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Deconsolidation*
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Carrying value
|
||||||||||||||||
|
As at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
* Relates to the power purchase agreement from the acquisition of CPV Keenan, which is part of the CPV Group.
** Relates to deconsolidation of CPV Renewable. Refer to Note 11.A.7 for further information.
F - 49
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 13 – Intangible Assets, Net (Cont’d)
| B. |
The total carrying amounts of intangible assets with a finite useful life and with an indefinite useful life
|
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Intangible assets with a finite useful life
|
|
|
||||||
|
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
| C. |
I
mpairment testing of goodwill arising from the acquisition of Gat Power Plant
|
As of December 31, 2024, goodwill of $
61
million, which arose as part of the acquisition of the Gat Power Plant reflects the synergy between the activities of the power plants in Israel, whose business model is based on sale to private customers (OPC Rotem, OPC Hadera and Gat Power Plant).
The annual impairment testing of goodwill as of December 31, 2024, was carried out at the level of the cash-generating unit comprising mainly the three power plants (hereinafter - the “the OPC Power Plant Cash-Generating Unit”), since this is the lowest level at which goodwill is subject to monitoring for internal reporting purposes. The impairment testing was carried out by calculating the recoverable amount of the OPC Power Plant Cash-Generating Unit only based on the DCF method.
Set forth below are the key assumptions used in the impairment testing:
| 1. |
Forecast years - represent the period spanning from 2025 to 2043 and are based on the estimate of the economic life of the power plant and its value as at the end of the forecast period.
|
| 2. |
Generation Component forecasts and natural gas prices, which are not backed by an agreement are based on market forecasts received from external and independent information sources.
|
| 3. |
The annual long-term inflation rate of
|
| 4. |
Weighted average cost of capital of
|
As of December 31, 2024, the recoverable amount of the OPC Power Plants Cash-Generating Unit is estimated to be NIS
4
billion ($
1
billion), which exceeds the carrying amount of the cash-generating unit and therefore, no impairment loss was recognized.
Note 14 – Long-Term Prepaid Expenses and Other Non-Current Assets
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Deferred expenses, net (1)
|
|
|||||||
|
Loan to associated company (2)
|
|
|
||||||
|
Contract costs
|
|
|
||||||
|
Other non-current assets
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
| (1) |
Relates to deferred expenses, net for OPC’s connection fees to the gas transmission network and the electricity grid.
|
F - 50
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 15 – Loans and Debentures
The following are the contractual conditions of the Group’s interest-bearing loans and credit, which are measured based on amortized cost. Additional information regarding the Group’s exposure to interest risks, foreign currency and liquidity risk is provided in Note
29
, in connection with financial instruments.
|
As at December 31
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Current liabilities
|
||||||||
|
Current maturities of long-term liabilities:
|
||||||||
|
Loans from banks and others
|
|
|
||||||
|
Non-convertible debentures
|
|
|
||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
|
Non-current liabilities
|
||||||||
|
Loans from banks and others
|
|
|
||||||
|
Non-convertible debentures
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
|
Total
|
|
|
||||||
| A.1 | Classification based on currencies and interest rates |
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Debentures (1)
|
||||||||
|
In shekels(1)
|
|
|
||||||
|
Loans from banks and others (2)
|
||||||||
|
In shekels
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
| 1. |
Annual interest rates between
|
| 2. |
Hadera: Annual interest between
|
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, all loans and debentures relate to liabilities incurred by OPC and its subsidiaries, and OPC and its subsidiaries complied with all of its financial covenants.
F - 51
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 15 – Loans and Debentures (Cont’d)
| A.2 | Reconciliation of movements of liabilities to cash flows arising from financing activities |
|
Financial liabilities (including interest payable)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Loans and credit
|
Loans from holders of interests that do not confer financial control
|
Debentures
|
Financial instruments designated for hedging
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance as at January 1, 2024
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes as a result of cash flows from financing activities
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Payment in respect of derivative financial instruments, net
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Receipt of loans
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Repayment of debentures and loans
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||
|
Interest paid
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net cash (used in)/provided by financing activities
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||
|
Effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||
|
Interest and CPI expenses
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes in fair value, application of hedge accounting and other
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||
|
Business combination
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Financial liabilities (including interest payable)
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Loans and credit
|
Loans from holders of interests that do not confer financial control
|
Debentures
|
Financial instruments designated for hedging
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Balance as at January 1, 2023
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes as a result of cash flows from financing activities
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Payment in respect of derivative financial instruments, net
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Receipt of loans
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Repayment of debentures and loans
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||
|
Interest paid
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||
|
Effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Interest and CPI expenses
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes in fair value, application of hedge accounting and other
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||
|
Business combination
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
Balance as at December 31, 2023
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
F - 52
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 15 – Loans and Debentures (Cont’d)
| 1. |
Long-term loans from banks and others
|
| A. |
Gat Financing Agreement
|
In March 2023, the Gat Partnership and Bank Leumi le-Israel B.M. (“Bank Leumi”) signed a financing agreement for a senior debt (project financing) to finance the construction of the Gat Power Plant. As part of the financing agreement, Bank Leumi advanced to the Gat Partnership a long-term loan at the total amount of NIS
450
million (approximately $
128
million). The loan will be repaid in quarterly installments, starting from September 25, 2023, and the final repayment date is May 10, 2039 (subject to the stipulated early repayment provisions).
The loan will bear an annual interest equal to the Prime interest adjusted by a spread ranging from
0.4
% to
0.9
% per annum. The Gat Financing Agreement contains provisions on converting the interest on the said loan from a variable interest to a fixed and unlinked interest. The loan will bear the unlinked government bond interest, as defined in the agreement, adjusted by a
2.05
% to
2.55
% spread.
To secure the Gat Financing Agreement, there are collateral on all of the Gat Partnership’s assets and rights in it, including the real estate, bank accounts, insurances, the Gat Partnership’s assets and rights in connection with the Project Agreements (as defined in the agreement). In addition, a lien was placed on the rights of the entities holding the Gat Partnership. On the Completion Date, OPC and Veridis, each in accordance with its proportionate (indirect) share in the Gat Partnership, as well as OPC Power Plants, made a guarantee to pay all principal and accrued interest payments, in connection with the completion of the registration of the collateral and the payment of the deferred consideration balance under the circumstances and subject to the terms set in the said letter of guarantee.
Distributions by the Gat Partnership is subject to a number of conditions described in the said loan agreement, including, among other things: compliance with the following financial covenants: Historic debt service coverage ratio (“DSCR”) and Average Projected DSCR and loan life coverage ratio at a minimal rate of
1.15
, a first quarterly principal and interest payment will be made, the provisions of the agreement will be complied with, and no more than four distributions will be carried out in a 12-month period.
In March 2023, the Gat Partnership, the entities holding the Gat Partnership, including OPC Power Plants, and Bank Leumi signed an equity subscription agreement, under which the said entities and OPC Power Plants made certain undertakings (debt service and equity capital requirements, guarantees, meeting certain financial covenants) toward Bank Leumi in connection with the Gat Partnership's activity.
| B. |
OPC Rotem financing agreement
|
The power plant project of OPC Rotem was financed by the project financing method (hereinafter – “Rotem Financing Agreement”) with a consortium of lenders led by Bank Leumi Le-Israel Ltd. (hereinafter respectively – “Rotem’s Lenders” and “Bank Leumi”).
In October 2021, the early repayment of the full outstanding balance of OPC Rotem’s project financing of amount NIS
1,292
million (approximately $
400
million) (including early repayment fees as described below) was completed. A debt service reserve and restricted cash of amount NIS
125
million (approximately $
39
million) were also released. As part of the early repayment, OPC Rotem recognized a one-off expense totaling NIS
244
million (approximately $
75
million) in 2021, in respect of an early repayment fee of approximately NIS
188
million (approximately $
58
million), net of tax.
In proportion to their interests in OPC Rotem, OPC and Veridis extended to OPC Rotem loans for the financing of the early repayment of amounts NIS
904
million (approximately $
291
million) and NIS
226
million (approximately $
72
million), respectively, totaling NIS
1,130
million (approximately $
363
million) (hereinafter - the “Shareholders’ Loans”). The Shareholders' Loans bear annual interest at the higher of
2.65
% or interest in accordance with Section 3(J) of the Israel Income Tax Ordinance, whichever is higher. The Shareholders’ Loans shall be repaid in quarterly unequal payments in accordance with the mechanism set in the Shareholders’ Loans agreement, and in any case no later than October 2031. A significant portion of OPC’s portion of NIS
904
million (approximately $
280
million), was funded by the issuance of Series C debentures as described in Note 15.2.A.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 15 – Loans and Debentures (Cont’d)
| C. |
Loan facilities in OPC
|
On August 11, 2024 (“Financial Closing Date”) OPC Israel (the “Borrower”) - engaged in two financing agreements with Bank Hapoalim Ltd. and Bank Leumi B.M. for the provision of loans at the total amount of approximately $
443
million (approximately NIS
1.65
billion), which served mainly for early repayment of existing project financing of OPC Tzomet and Gat and for the financing of the Borrower’s activity as defined in the financing agreements.
In connection with the above, OPC recognized a one-off finance expense of approximately $
13
million (approximately NIS
49
million) from the loss of extinguishment of financial liabilities, which approximately $
3
million (approximately NIS
12
million) in respect of early repayment fees.
| D. | OPC Power – Shareholder Loans |
In 2023, OPC and non-controlling interests invested in the equity of the partnership OPC Power (both directly and indirectly) a total of approximately NIS
565
million (approximately $
150
million) and extended by approximately NIS
175
million (approximately $
45
million) in loans, based on their stake in the partnership. The loans are denominated in US Dollars and bear an annual interest rate of
7
%. The loan principal will be repayable at any time as will be agreed on between the parties, but no later than January 2028. After utilizing the entire investment commitment and shareholder loans in July 2023, the facility was increased by $
100
million (OPC’s share in the facility is $
70
million).
| 2. |
Debentures
|
| A. |
Series C Debentures
|
In September 2021, OPC issued Series C debentures at a par value of NIS
851
million (approximately $
266
million), with the proceeds designated primarily for the early repayment of OPC Rotem’s financing (refer to Note 15.1.B). The debentures are listed on the TASE, are not CPI-linked and bear annual interest of
2.5
%. The debentures shall be repaid in twelve semi-annual and unequal installments (on February 28 and August 31) as set out in the amortization schedule, starting on February 28, 2024 through August 31, 2030 (the first interest payment is due on February 28, 2022). The issuance expenses amounted to about NIS
9
million (approximately $
3
million). OPC is required to comply with certain financial covenants and restrictions.
| B. |
Series D Debentures
|
In January 2024, OPC issued Series D Debentures with a par value of approximately NIS
200
million (approximately $
55
million) (hereinafter – “Series D Debentures”), with the proceeds of the issuance to be used for the OPC’s needs, including to refinance current financial debt. The debentures are listed on the TASE, are not CPI-linked and bear annual interest of
6.2
%. The principal and interest for Series D Debentures will be repaid in unequal semi-annual payments (on March 25, and September 25 of each of the years), starting from March 25, 2026 in relation to the principal and September 25, 2024 in relation to interest.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 16 – Trade and Other Payables
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1. 2023 relates to deferred income in respect to ITC grant. Refer to Note 11.A.7 for further information.
In 2023, other non-current liabilities included approximately $
79
million deferred income in respect to ITC grant.
Note 17 – Right-Of-Use Assets, Net, Lease Liabilities and Long-term Deferred Expenses
| A) |
The Group leases the following items:
|
| i) |
Land
|
In Israel, the leases are typically entered into with government institutions for the construction and operation of OPC Power Plants’s power plants.
They typically run for a period of more than 20 years, with an option for renewal
. In the United States, the leases are typically entered into with private companies or individuals for the development, construction and operation of the CPV Group’s power plants.
| ii) |
OPC gas transmission infrastructure
|
The lease for the gas Pressure Regulation and Measurement Station (“PRMS”) relates to the facility at OPC Hadera’s power plant. For further details, please refer to Note 18.B.
| iii) |
Offices
|
| iv) |
Low-value items
|
The total for low-value items on short-term leases are not material. Accordingly, the Group has not recognized right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for these leases.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 17 – Right-Of-Use Assets, Net, Lease Liabilities and Long-term Deferred Expenses (Cont’d)
| B) |
Right-of-use assets
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Amounts recognized in the consolidated statements of profit loss and cash flows
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2023
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| D) |
Land lease agreements
|
| i) |
Lease of OPC Tzomet land
|
In January 2020, Israel Lands Authority (“ILA”) approved allotment of an area measuring about
8.5
hectares for the construction of the Tzomet Power Plant (hereinafter in this Section – the “Land”). ILA signed a development agreement with Kibbutz Netiv Halamed Heh (hereinafter – the “Kibbutz”) in connection with the Land, which is valid up to November 5, 2024 (hereinafter – the “Development Agreement”), which after fulfilment of its conditions a
lease agreement will be signed for a period of 24 years and 11 months from approval of the transaction, i.e. up to November 4, 2044. Tzomet Netiv Limited Partnership (“Joint Company’) own the rights in the Land, and the composition is as follows i) General Partner of the Tzomet Netiv Limited Partnership holds 1%, in which the Kibbutz and OPC Tzomet hold 26% and 74% respectively, ii) Limited partners hold 99%, where the Kibbutz (26%) and OPC Tzomet (73%) hold rights as limited partners
.
In February 2020, an updated lease agreement was also signed whereby the Joint Company, as the owner of the Land, will lease the Land to OPC Tzomet, for the benefit of the project.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 17 – Right-Of-Use Assets, Net, Lease Liabilities and Long-term Deferred Expenses (Cont’d)
In January 2020, a financial specification was received from ILA in respect of the capitalization fees, whereby value of the Land (not including development expenses) of about NIS
207
million (approximately $
60
million) (not including VAT) was set (hereinafter – “the Initial Assessment”). OPC Tzomet, on behalf of the Joint Company, arranged payment of the Initial Assessment in January 2020 at the rate of
75
% of amount of the Initial Assessment and provided through OPC, the balance, at the rate of
25
% as a bank guarantee in favor of ILA. In January 2021, a
final assessment was received from ILA where the value of the usage fees in the land for a period of 25 years
, to construct a power plant with a capacity of
396
MW was NIS
200
million (approximately $
62
million) (the “Final Assessment”). In March 2021, a reimbursement of NIS
7
million (approximately $
2
million), which included linkage differences and interest in respect of the difference between capitalized fees paid and the Final Assessment amount, was received. In addition, the bank guarantee was also reduced by
25
% of said difference.
In January 2023, a decision was made regarding the initial appeal, whereby the amount of the Final Assessment was reduced to NIS
154
million (approximately $
44
million), excluding VAT. In May 2023, OPC Tzomet filed an appeal on the said decision and in October 2024, OPC Tzomet withdrew its appeal on the decision. Accordingly, OPC Tzomet has paid ILA subsequent to the report date and has been refunded the guarantee of approximately $
16
million (approximately NIS
58
million) it had paid to ILA.
| ii) |
Ramat Beka renewable energy project
|
On May 10, 2023, OPC (through OPC Power Plants Ltd.) won the tender issued by Israel Lands Administration (hereinafter - “ILA”) for planning and an option to purchase leasehold rights in land for the construction of renewable energy electricity generation facilities using photovoltaic technology in combination with storage in relation to three compounds in the Neot Hovav Industrial Local Council, with a total area of approximately
227
hectares. The bid submitted by OPC for all three compounds, in aggregate, was approximately NIS
484
million (approximately $
133
million).
On July 23, 2024 OPC Power Plants received purchase tax assessments in connection with the project amounting to approximately $
8
million (approximately NIS
29
million). OPC Power Plants disagrees with the Israel Tax Authority’s position and its financial demands included in the purchase tax assessments and intends to file an objection against the purchase tax assessment.
On June 30, 2024, OPC has also won a further tender issued by the Israel Land Authority for planning and an option to purchase leasehold rights in land for the construction of renewable energy electricity generation facilities using photovoltaic technology in combination with storage in relation to two compounds with an aggregate area of approximately
161.7
hectares (hereinafter - the “Two Compounds”), which are adjacent to the compounds in respect of which OPC won the previous tender. OPC’s bids in this tender were approximately $
236
million (NIS
890
million), in the aggregate, for the Two Compounds. In September 2024, a further amount was paid of $
49
million (NIS
178
million), which is comprised of amounts that constitute 20% of the bid amount for each compound in respect of a planning authorization agreement for the period prescribed in the tender documents.
In December 2024, OPC Power Plants signed a binding agreement to supply solar panels for the Ramat Beka project with a global supplier (hereinafter – the “Panel Supplier”), to purchase solar panels with a capacity of up to
500
MW and at a total estimated cost of NIS
185
million ($
50
million).
| iii) |
Backbone lease of land
|
In 2023, an agreement for the lease of land for the Backbone project was entered into.
The term of the agreement is 37 years, with an option to extend the term by five further periods of seven years each
. Lease liability and right-of-use asset of NIS
122
million (approximately $
33
million) were recognized.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 18 – Contingent Liabilities and Commitments
| A. | Contingent Liabilities |
| 1. |
OPC Rotem Power Purchase Agreement
|
In 2014 (commencing in August), letters were exchanged between OPC Rotem and IEC regarding the tariff to be paid by OPC Rotem to IEC in respect of electricity that it had purchased from the electric grid, in connection with sale of electricity to private customers, where the electricity generation in the power plant was insufficient to meet the electricity needs of such customers.
It is OPC Rotem’s position that the applicable tariff is the “ex-post” tariff, whereas according to IEC in the aforesaid exchange of letters, the applicable tariff is the TAOZ tariff, and based on part of the correspondences even a tariff that is
25
% higher than the TAOZ tariff (and some of the correspondences also raise allegations of default of the PPA with IEC). In order to avoid a specific dispute, Rotem paid IEC the TAOZ tariff for the aforesaid purchase of electricity and commencing from that date, it pays IEC the TAOZ tariff on the purchase of electricity from IEC for sale to private customers.
IEC raised contentions regarding past accountings in respect of the acquisition cost of energy for OPC Rotem’s customers in a case of a load reduction of the plant by the System Operator, and collection differences due to non-transfer of meter data in the years 2013 through 2015. In addition, IEC stated its position with respect to additional matters in the arrangement between the parties relating to the acquisition price of surplus energy and the acquisition cost of energy by OPC Rotem during performance of tests. OPC Rotem’s position regarding the matters referred to by IEC, based on its legal advisors, is different and talks are being held between the parties.
In March 2022, OPC Rotem and the IEC signed a settlement agreement regarding past accounting in respect of the acquisition cost of energy for OPC Rotem’s customers in a case of a load reduction of the plant by Noga, and collection differences due to non-transfer of meter data between 2013 and 2015. As part of the settlement, OPC Rotem paid a total of approximately $
2
million (approximately NIS
5.5
million) to the IEC. Subsequent to this, the System Operator contacted OPC Rotem with a claim that OPC Rotem had transmitted excess energy without coordinating the transmission with the System Operator, to which OPC Rotem disputes the claim.
As of December 31, 2024, in OPC Rotem’s estimation, it is more likely than not that OPC Rotem will not pay any additional amounts in respect of the period ended December 31, 2024. Therefore, no provision was included in the financial statements.
| 2. |
Amendment to the Excise Tax on Fuel Ordinance
|
In September 2024, an amendment to the Fuel Excise Tax Ordinance (Imposition of Excise Tax) went into effect, as from January 1, 2025. The amended ordinance includes an increase of the excise tax rates applicable to various types of fuels, including natural gas, such that in 2025, the excise tax on natural gas will increase from NIS
19
to NIS
33
and will continue to increase in a graduated manner until reaching a maximum excise tax of NIS
192
in 2030. The increase in the excise tax rate on natural gas is expected to increase the cost of natural gas for the Company; the Company estimates that some of the effect may be mitigated as a result of an increase in the Company’s revenues, provided that the generation component will be increased and subject to the effect of such a possible increase, for the Company, in the price of natural gas, which is linked to the generation component. As of the report approval date, the effect of the amendment to the Excise Tax Ordinance on the Company’s results in Israel over time cannot be estimated. With respect to 2025, the Company believes that the amended Excise Tax Ordinance is not expected to have a material effect on its results.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 18 – Contingent Liabilities and Commitments (Cont’d)
| 3. |
Agreement for the sale of surplus electricity in OPC Rotem
|
On August 18, 2024, an agreement was signed for the purchase and sale of surplus electricity between Rotem and a third party holding an electricity generation license (hereinafter - the “Electricity Producer”); the term of the agreement is five years.
As part of the agreement, Rotem undertakes to sell to the Electricity Producer and the Electricity Producer undertakes to purchase from Rotem surplus quantities of electricity, during certain demand hour clusters, at a discount set from the general energy demand management rate (DSM Tariff) (hereinafter - the “Contractual Discount”); in relation to surplus electricity in other demand hour clusters, which were defined, the parties will give certain priority under agreed conditions. Under the provisions of the agreement, the sale of surpluses shall be carried up in accordance with set maximum and minimum quantities. Furthermore, the agreement includes additional provisions and arrangements regarding early termination thereof and provisions which are generally accepted in agreements for the purchase of surplus electricity.
| 4. |
Construction agreements
|
| a. |
OPC Hadera
|
In January 2016, an agreement was signed between OPC Hadera and SerIDOM Servicios Integrados IDOM, S.A.U (“IDOM”), for the design, engineering, procurement and construction of a cogeneration power plant, in consideration of about approximately $
185
million (approximately NIS
639
million) (as amended several times as part of change orders, including an amendment made in 2019 and described below), which is payable on the basis of the progress of the construction and compliance with milestones (hereinafter – “the Hadera Construction Agreement”).
IDOM has provided bank guarantees and a corporate guarantee of its parent company to secure the said obligations, and OPC has provided a corporate guarantee to IDOM, in the amount of $
10.5
million, to secure part of OPC Hadera’s liabilities. In addition, as part of an addendum to OPC Hadera’s construction agreement which was signed in October 2018, the parties agreed to waiver of past claims up to the signing date of the addendum.
In accordance with the construction agreement, OPC Hadera is entitled to certain compensation from IDOM in respect of the delay in completion of the construction of the Hadera Power Plant or compensation (limited to the amount of the limit set in the Agreement) in the event of failure to comply with the terms set out in the Agreement with regard to the Power Plant performance. The said compensation is capped by the amounts specified in the construction agreement, and up to an aggregate of $
36
million.
According to the Construction Agreement, OPC Hadera has a contractual right to deduct any amount due to it under the Construction Agreement, including for the foregoing compensation, from any amounts that it owes to the construction contractor. In 2022, OPC Hadera deducted a total of $
14
million from amounts payable to the construction contractor in respect of the final milestones.
In December 2023, Hadera and the Construction Contractor signed a settlement agreement, according to which, among other things, in exchange for the withdrawal from, and full and final settlement of, the parties' claims in connection with the disputes between Hadera and the Construction Contractor that are the subject of the arbitration proceeding, the Contractor will pay Hadera compensation in the amount of approx. NIS
74
million (approximately $
21
million) (hereinafter - the "Compensation Amount"). It is clarified that the Compensation Amount includes the amounts offset by Hadera for the Construction Contractor totaling approximately $
14
million, as mentioned above, such that the net balance of the Compensation Amount is approximately NIS
25
million (approximately $
7
million). In addition, following the payment of the remaining Compensation Amount, the contractor's guarantees were released in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated in the settlement agreement, and the Construction Contractor is entitled to a final acceptance certificate of the power plant under the construction agreement. Upon the signing of the settlement agreement, the arbitration proceeding between the parties also concluded.
As a result of the signing of the settlement agreement with the Construction Contractor, in 2023, OPC Hadera recognized in its statement of income approximately NIS
41
million (approximately $
11
million) income before tax and the remaining of approximately NIS
33
million (approximately $
9
million) against property, plant and equipment.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 18 – Contingent Liabilities and Commitments (Cont’d)
| b. |
OPC Sorek 2
|
In May 2020, OPC Sorek 2 signed an agreement with SMS IDE Ltd., which won a tender of the State of Israel for construction, operation, maintenance and transfer of a seawater desalination facility on the “Sorek B” site (the “Sorek B Desalination Facility”), where OPC Sorek 2 will construct, operate and maintain an energy generation facility (“Sorek B Generation Facility”) with a generation capacity of about 87 MW on the premises of the Sorek 2 Desalination Facility, and will supply the energy required for the Sorek B Desalination Facility for a period of 25 years after the operation date of the Sorek B Desalination Facility. At the end of the aforesaid period, ownership of the Sorek B Generation Facility will be transferred to the State of Israel. OPC undertook to construct the Sorek B Generation Facility within 24 months from the date of approval of the National Infrastructure Plan (approved in November 2021), and to supply energy at a specific scope of capacity to the Sorek B Desalination Facility.
OPC Sorek 2’s share of the amount payable to the construction contractor is estimated at approximately $
42
million. The construction agreement includes provisions of capped agreed compensation in respect of delays, non-compliance with execution and availability requirements. The agreement also sets the scope of liability and requirements for provision of guarantees in the different stages of the project.
As a result of the outbreak of the War, Construction Contractor served OPC Sorek 2 with a force majeure notice and OPC Sorek 2 served on its behalf a force majeure notice to IDE. As detailed in Note 2.D.E, it is not possible to assess the effect of the War on OPC and its results of operations, in the short and medium term.
| 5. |
Agreements for the acquisition of natural gas
|
| a. |
OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera
|
OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera has an agreement with Tamar Group in connection to the supply of natural gas to the power plants. Both OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera undertook to continue to consume all the gas required for its power plants from Tamar Group (including quantities exceeding the minimum quantities) up to the completion date of the commissioning of the Karish Reservoir, except for a limited consumption of gas during the commissioning period of the Karish Reservoir.
In December 2017, OPC Rotem, OPC Hadera, Israel Chemicals Ltd. and Bazan Ltd., engaged in agreements with Energean Israel Ltd. (hereinafter – “Energean”), which has holdings in the Karish Reservoir, for the purchase natural gas. In 2020, Energean notified OPC that “force majeure” events happened during the year, in accordance with the clauses pursuant to the agreements, and that the flow of the first gas from the Karish reservoir is expected to take place during the second half of 2021. OPC rejected the contentions that a “force majeure” event is involved.
Due to the delay in supply of the gas from the Karish Reservoir, OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera will be required to acquire the quantity of gas it had planned to acquire from Energean for purposes of operation of the power plants at present gas prices, which is higher than the price stipulated in the Energean agreement. The delays in the commercial operation date of Energean, and in turn, a delay in supply of the gas from the Karish Reservoir, will have an unfavorable impact on OPC’s profits. In the agreements with Energean, compensation for delays had been provided, the amount of which depends on the reasons for the delay, where the limit with respect to the compensation in a case where the damages caused is “force majeure” is lower. It is noted that the damages that will be caused to OPC stemming from a delay could exceed the amount of the said compensation.
In 2021, OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera received reduced compensation of approximately $
3
million (approximately NIS
9
million) and approximately $
2
million (approximately NIS
7
million), respectively.
In May 2022, an amendment to the Energean Agreements was signed, which set out, among other things, arrangements pertaining to bringing forward the reduction of the quantities of gas supplied by OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera.
Energean issued OPC Hadera with a notice regarding the completion of the commissioning in relation to the OPC Hadera agreement and OPC Rotem agreement on February 28, 2023 and March 25, 2023 respectively. On March 26, 2023, Energean issued OPC Rotem with a notice in relation to commencement of commercial operation.
OPC Rotem and OPC Hadera recognized contractual financial amount in respect of a netting arrangement by bringing forward of the reduction notice. The total amount of NIS
18
million (approximately $
5
million) was offset from cost of goods sold.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 18 – Contingent Liabilities and Commitments (Cont’d)
| 6. |
Other contingent liabilities
|
| a. |
Bazan electricity purchase claim
|
In November 2017, a request was filed with the Tel Aviv-Jaffa District Court to approve a derivative claim on behalf of Bazan. The request is based on the petitioner's contention that the undertaking in the electricity purchase transaction between Bazan and OPC Rotem is an extraordinary interested party transaction that did not receive the approval of the general assembly of Bazan shareholders on the relevant dates. The respondents to the request include Bazan, OPC Rotem, the Israel Corporation Ltd. and the members of Bazan's Board of Directors at the time of entering into the electricity purchase transaction. The requested remedies include remedies such as an injunction and financial remedies.
In July 2018, OPC Rotem submitted its response to the request. Bazan’s request for summary judgement was denied. Negotiations are being held for entering into a compromise agreement that will settle a lawsuit against Rotem and others, which was filed in July 2022.
In February 2023 the court handed down a judgment that approved the settlement agreement and OPC Rotem paid NIS
2
million (approximately $
523
thousand), representing its share as set out in the settlement agreement.
| b. |
Oil Refineries Ltd. (now known as “Bazan”) gas purchase claim
|
In January 2018, a request was filed with the Tel Aviv-Jaffa District Court to approve a derivative claim by a shareholder of Bazan against former and current directors of Bazan, Israel Chemicals Ltd., OPC Rotem, OPC Hadera and IC (collectively the "Group Companies"), over: (1) a transaction of the Group Companies for the purchase of natural gas from Tamar Partners, (2) transactions of the Group Companies for the purchase of natural gas from Energean Israel Ltd. (“Energean”) and (3) transaction for sale of surplus gas to Bazan.
In August 2018, the Group Companies submitted their response to the claim filed. OPC rejected the contentions appearing in the claim and requested summary dismissal of the claim. Evidentiary hearings were held in the second half of 2021, after which summations were submitted in November 2022. In November 2023, the Court dismissed the entire motion.
| c. |
Tax equity partner agreement in Maple Hill
|
On May 12, 2023, CPV Group entered into an investment agreement with a tax equity partner totaling approximately $
82
million in the Maple Hill project (hereinafter - the “Project”). Pursuant to the Agreement, the tax equity partner’s investment in the Project shall be provided in part (
20
%) on the date of completion of the construction works (Mechanical Completion) and the remainder (
80
%) on the Commercial Operation Date
In consideration for its investment in the project corporation, the tax equity partner is expected to receive most of the project’s tax benefits, including Investment Tax Credit (“ITC”) at a higher rate of
40
%, and participation in the distributable free cash flow from the project. In addition, the tax equity partner is entitled to participate in the project's loss for tax purposes.
In December 2023, the terms and conditions for the commercial operation of the project were fully met in accordance with the tax equity investment agreement in the project, and the tax equity partner completed its entire investment in the project.
Immediately prior to the completion of the advancement of the tax equity partner’s investment, CPV Group and a third party entered into an agreement for the sale of the ITC grant in consideration for approximately $
75
million, which constitutes approximately
95
% of its nominal value. In 2024, CPV Group received consideration in respect of the sale of the ITC grant amounting to approximately $
75
million (approximately NIS
278
million) and transferred the sale consideration to the tax equity partner. Accordingly, the said sale amount was derecognized from “Other current assets” and from “Trade and other payables”.
F - 61
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 18 – Contingent Liabilities and Commitments
(Cont’d)
| B. |
Commitments
|
| a. |
OPC Power Plants
|
OPC entered into long-term service maintenance contracts for its operating power plants. The number of maintenance hours and price are specified in the agreements.
OPC entered into long-term infrastructure contracts with Israel National Gas Lines Ltd. (“INGL”) for use of PRMS at its operating power plants. The price is specified in the agreements.
OPC entered into long-term PPAs with its customers (of which some included construction of generation facilities) for sale of electricity and gas. The supply quantity, period and pricing are specified in the agreements. OPC has also entered into long-term PPAs with its suppliers for purchase of electricity and gas. The minimum purchase quantity, period and pricing are specified in the agreements.
OPC entered into long-term construction agreements for constructing its power plants. The price, technical and engineering specifications, and work milestones are specified in the agreements.
| b. |
CPV Group
|
In June 2023, CPV Group entered into an Engineering, Procurement and Construction ("EPC”) agreement with a construction contractor in respect of the Backbone project. As of the approval date of the financial statements, the total consideration in the EPC agreement was set at a fixed amount of NIS
650
million (approximately $
175
million), which will be paid in accordance with the milestones set in the EPC agreement.
Note 19 – Share Capital and Reserves
| A. |
Share Capital
|
|
Company
No. of shares
(’000)
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
Authorised and in issue at January, 1
|
|
|
||||||
|
Share repurchased and cancelled
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||
|
Issued for share plan
|
|
|
||||||
|
Authorised and in issue at December, 31
|
|
|
||||||
All shares rank equally with regard to the Company’s residual assets. The holders of ordinary shares are entitled to receive dividends as declared from time to time, and are entitled to one vote per share at meetings of the Company. All issued shares are fully paid with no par value.
The capital structure of the Company comprises of issued capital and accumulated profits and the capital structure is managed to ensure that the Company will be able to continue to operate as a going concern. The Company is not subjected to externally imposed capital requirements.
In 2024,
10,826
(2023:
7,259
) ordinary shares were granted under the Share Incentive Plan to key management at an average price of $
24.36
(2023: $
31.62
) per share.
F - 62
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 19 – Share Capital and Reserves (Cont’d)
| B. |
Translation reserve
|
The translation reserve includes all the foreign currency differences stemming from translation of financial statements of foreign activities as well as from translation of items defined as investments in foreign activities commencing from January 1, 2007 (the date IC first adopted IFRS).
| C. |
Capital reserves
|
The capital reserve reflects the portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument that is determined to be an effective hedge (i.e. the portion that is offset by the change in the cash flow hedge reserve).
| D. |
Dividends
|
In November 2021, Kenon’s board of directors approved a cash dividend of $
3.50
per share (an aggregate amount of approximately $
189
million), to Kenon’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on January 19, 2022, paid on January 27, 2022.
In March 2023, Kenon’s board of directors approved a cash dividend of $
2.79
per share (an aggregate amount of approximately $
150
million), payable to Kenon’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on April 10, 2023, paid on April 19, 2023.
In March 2024, Kenon’s board of directors approved a cash dividend of $
3.80
per share (an aggregate amount of approximately $
200
million), payable to Kenon’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on April 8, 2024, for payment on April 15, 2024.
| E. |
Kenon's share plan
|
Kenon has established a Share Incentive Plan for its directors and management. The plan provides grants of Kenon shares, as well as stock options in respect of Kenon’s shares, to directors and officers of the Company pursuant to awards, which may be granted by Kenon from time to time, representing up to
3
% of the total issued shares (excluding treasury shares) of Kenon. During 2024, 2023 and 2022, Kenon granted awards of shares to certain members of its management. Such shares are vested upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the recipient’s continued employment in a specified capacity and Kenon’s listing on each of the NYSE and the TASE. The fair value of the shares granted in 2024 is $
263
thousand (2023: $
229
thousand, 2022: $
267
thousand) and was determined based on the fair value of Kenon’s shares on the grant date. Kenon recognized $
280
thousand as general and administrative expenses in 2024 (2023: $
296
thousand, 2022: $
292
thousand).
| F. |
Capital reduction
|
In May 2022 and June 2022, Kenon received shareholder approval at its annual general meeting and approval of the High Court of the Republic of Singapore, respectively, for a capital reduction to return share capital amounting to $
10.25
per share ($
552
million in total) to Kenon’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading on June 27, 2022, paid on July 5, 2022.
| G. |
Share repurchase plan
|
In 2024, the Company repurchased approximately
381
thousand (2023:
1.1
million) of its own shares out of accumulated profit for approximately $
11
million (2023: $
28
million) under the ongoing share repurchase plan. These shares were cancelled during the year ended December 31, 2024.
F - 63
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 20 – Revenue
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Revenue from sale of electricity and infrastructure services in Israel
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Revenue from sale of electricity in US
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Revenue from sale of steam in Israel
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Revenue from provision of services and other revenue in US
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other revenue in Israel
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
|
|
|
||||||||||
Note 21 – Cost of Sales and Services (excluding Depreciation and Amortization)
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Fuels
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Electricity and infrastructure services
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Salaries and related expenses
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Generation and operating expenses and outsourcing
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Insurance
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Cost in respect of sale of renewable energy
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Cost in respect of provision of services revenue and other costs
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
|
|
|
||||||||||
Note 22 – Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Payroll and related expenses (1)
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Professional fees
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Business development expenses
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Office maintenance
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other expenses
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
|
|
|
||||||||||
(1)
A portion of this relates to profit sharing for CPV Group employees
The fair value of the CPV Group’s Profit-Sharing Plan is recognized as an expense, against a corresponding increase in liability, over the period in which the unconditional right to payment is achieved. The liability is remeasured at each reporting date until the settlement date. Any change in the fair value of the liability is recognized in the consolidated statements of profit and loss. In 2024, the CPV Group recorded expenses in the amount of approximately NIS
17
million (approximately $
5
million) (2023: NIS
89
million (approximately $
24
million)).
F - 64
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 23 – Financing Expenses, Net
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Interest income from bank deposits
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Amount reclassified to consolidated statements of profit loss from capital reserve in respect of cash flow hedges
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net change in exchange rates
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net change in fair value of derivative financial instruments
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net change in the fair value of financial assets held for trade and available for sale
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other income
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Financing income
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Interest expenses to banks and others
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Amount reclassified to consolidated statements of profit loss from capital reserve in respect of cash flow hedges
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
|
Impairment loss on debt securities at FVOCI
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Net change in fair value of financial assets held for trade
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Net change in fair value of derivative financial instruments
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Early repayment fee
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Other expenses
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Net financing expenses
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
Note 24 – Income Taxes
| A. |
Components of the Income Taxes
|
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Current taxes on income
|
||||||||||||
|
In respect of current year
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Deferred tax expense/(income)
|
||||||||||||
|
Creation and reversal of temporary differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Total tax expense on income
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
No previously unrecognized tax benefits were used in 2024, 2023 or 2022 to reduce our current tax expense.
F - 65
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 24 – Income Taxes (Cont’d)
| B. |
Reconciliation between the theoretical tax expense (benefit) on the pre-tax income (loss) and the actual income tax expenses
|
|
For the Year Ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Profit from continuing operations before income taxes
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Statutory tax rate
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
|
%
|
||||||
|
Tax computed at the statutory tax rate
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Increase/(decrease) in tax in respect of:
|
||||||||||||
|
Different tax rate applicable to subsidiaries operating overseas
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Income subject to tax at a different tax rate
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Non-deductible expenses
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Exempt income
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Taxes in respect of prior years
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Tax in respect of foreign dividend
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Tax in respect of gain on loss in control in the CPV Renewable
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Share of non-controlling interests in entities transparent for tax purposes
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||
|
Tax losses and other tax benefits for the period regarding which deferred taxes were not recorded
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||
|
Tax expense on income included in the statement of profit and loss
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
| C. |
Deferred tax assets and liabilities
|
| 1. |
Deferred tax assets and liabilities recognized
|
The deferred taxes are calculated based on the tax rate expected to apply at the time of the reversal as detailed below. Deferred taxes in respect of subsidiaries were calculated based on the tax rates relevant for each country.
F - 66
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 24 – Income Taxes (Cont’d)
The deferred tax assets and liabilities are derived from the following items:
|
Property plant and equipment
|
Carryforward of losses and deductions for tax purposes
|
Financial instruments
|
Other*
|
Total
|
||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Balance of deferred tax (liability) asset as at January 1, 2023
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes recorded on the statement of profit and loss
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||
|
Changes recorded in other comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Changes recorded from business combinations
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||
|
Balance of deferred tax (liability) asset as at December 31, 2023
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Changes recorded on the statement of profit and loss
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||
|
Changes recorded in other comprehensive income
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Changes recorded from business combinations
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Translation differences
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||
|
Balance of deferred tax (liability) asset as at December 31, 2024
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
|
* |
This amount includes deferred tax arising from intangibles, undistributed profits, non-monetary items, associated companies and trade receivables distribution.
|
| 2. |
The deferred taxes are presented in the statements of financial position as follows:
|
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
As part of non-current assets
|
|
|
||||||
|
As part of non-current liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||
Income tax rate in Israel is
23
% for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022. The tax rate applicable to US companies are (i) federal corporate tax of
21
% and (ii) state tax ranging from
2.5
% to
11.5
%. According to the provisions of the tax treaty between Israel and the United States, interest payments are subject to withholding tax of
17.5
%, and dividend payments are subject to withholding tax of
12.5
%. In Singapore, the corporate tax rate is
17
%. Dividends received by Kenon from ZIM, an associated company before the disposal of ZIM which is incorporated in Israel, is subject to a withholding tax rate of
5
%.
F - 67
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 24 – Income Taxes (Cont’d)
| 3. |
Tax and deferred tax balances not recorded
|
Unrecognized deferred tax assets
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Losses for tax purposes
|
|
|
||||||
In Israel, as of December 31, 2024, the Group has tax loss carryforwards of approximately NIS
775
million (approximately $
213
million). OPC did not recognize a deferred tax asset in respect of approximately NIS
150
million (approximately $
41
million) in tax losses, since it does not expect that there will be an expected foreseeable taxable income against which the tax benefits can be utilized.
In the United States, as of December 31, 2024, the Group has tax loss carryforwards of approximately $
525
million at the federal level. In respect of net operating losses for tax purposes, the Group has tax losses of $
89
million, which may be offset for tax purposes in the United States against future income, subject to complying with the conditions of the law, some of which are not under the OPC’s control and, therefore, OPC did not recognize deferred tax assets in respect thereof. These losses will expire in 2032-2037.
| 4. |
Safe harbor rules
|
Singapore does not impose taxes on disposal gains, which are considered to be capital in nature, but imposes tax on income and gains of a trading nature. As such, whenever a gain is realized on the disposal of an asset, the practice of the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore is to rely upon a set of commonly-applied rules in determining the question of capital (not taxable) or revenue (taxable).
Under Singapore tax laws, any gains derived by a divesting company from its disposal of ordinary shares in an investee company between June 1, 2012 and December 31, 2027 are generally not taxable if, immediately prior to the date of such disposal, the divesting company has held at least 20% of the ordinary shares in the investee company for a continuous period of at least 24 months.
Note 25 – Earnings per Share
Data used in calculation of the basic / diluted earnings per share
| A. |
Profit/(loss) allocated to the holders of the ordinary shareholders
|
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) for the year attributable to Kenon’s shareholders
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||
| B. |
Number of ordinary shares
|
|
For the year ended December 31
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Weighted Average number of shares used in calculation of basic/diluted earnings per share
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
F - 68
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 26 – Other Current Assets
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Prepaid expenses
|
|
|
||||||
|
Input tax receivable
|
|
|
||||||
|
Grant receivable (1)
|
|
|
||||||
|
Deposits in connection with projects under construction
|
|
|
||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
| (1) |
Relates to ITC grant in respect of CPV Renewable.
|
Note 27 – Segment, Customer and Geographic Information
Financial information of the reportable segments is set forth in the following tables:
|
OPC Israel
|
CPV Group
|
ZIM
|
Others
|
Total
|
||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
2024
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
(Loss)/profit before taxes
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Income tax expense
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Profit for the year from divestment of ZIM
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
(Loss)/profit for the year
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing income
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Other items:
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of CPV excluding share of depreciation and
amortization and financing expenses, net
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Changes in net expenses, not in the ordinary course of
business and/or of a non-recurring nature
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of OPC's equity-accounted investees
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Segment assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in equity-accounted investees
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
F - 69
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 27 – Segment, Customer and Geographic Information (Cont’d)
|
OPC Israel
|
CPV Group
|
ZIM
|
Others
|
Total
|
||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
2023
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Profit before taxes
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Income tax expense
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Loss for the year from divestment of ZIM
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) from continuing operations
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing income
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Other items:
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of CPV excluding share of depreciation and
amortization and financing expenses, net
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Changes in net expenses, not in the ordinary course of
business and/or of a non-recurring nature
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Share of changes in fair value of derivative financial
instruments
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of OPC's equity-accounted investees
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Segment assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in equity-accounted investees
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
F - 70
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 27 – Segment, Customer and Geographic Information (Cont’d)
|
OPC Israel
|
CPV Group
|
ZIM
|
Others
|
Total
|
||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
2022
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Profit before taxes
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Income tax expense
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Profit for the year from divestment of ZIM
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Profit/(loss) from continuing operations
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Financing income
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||
|
Financing expenses
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Other items:
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of CPV excluding share of depreciation and
amortization and financing expenses, net
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Changes in net expenses, not in the ordinary course of
business and/or of a non-recurring nature
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Share of changes in fair value of derivative financial
instruments
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Share in profit of equity-accounted investees
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Segment assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Investments in equity-accounted investees
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
Segment liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||
| A. |
Customer and Geographic Information
|
Major customers
Following is information on the total sales of the Group to material customers and the percentage of the Group’s total revenues (in $ Thousands):
|
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
Customer
|
Total revenues
|
Percentage of
revenues of the
Group
|
Total revenues
|
Percentage of
revenues of the
Group
|
Total revenues
|
Percentage of
revenues of the
Group
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Customer 1
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
%
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Customer 2
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
%
|
|||||||||||||||
|
Customer 3
|
|
|
|
|
%
|
|
*
|
|
*
|
|||||||||||||||
* Represents an amount less than 10% of the revenues.
F - 71
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 27 – Segment, Customer and Geographic Information (Cont’d)
Information based on geographic areas
The Group’s geographic revenues are as follows:
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Israel
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
United States
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total revenue
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
The Group’s non-current assets* based on geographic location:
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Israel
|
|
|
||||||
|
United States
|
|
|
||||||
|
Others
|
|
|
||||||
|
Total non-current assets
|
|
|
||||||
* Composed of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets.
Seasonality
OPC’s activity and results in Israel are based on the load and time tariff (hereinafter - the “DSM Tariff”), which is published by the Israeli Electricity Authority, with a certain discount with respect to the generation component. The year is divided into 3 seasons, as follows: Summer (July and August), Winter (December, January and February) and Transition (March through June and September through November). For each season a different tariff is set.
OPC’s activity in the US (through the CPV Group) from generation of electricity are seasonal and are impacted by variable demand, gas and electricity prices, as well as the weather. In general, with respect to power plants running on natural gas, there is higher profitability in periods of the year where the temperatures are the highest or lowest, which are usually in summer and in winter, respectively. Similarly, the profitability of renewable energy production is subject to production volume, which varies based on wind and solar constructions, as well as its electricity price, which tends to be higher in winter, unless there is a fixed contractual price for the project.
Note 28 – Related-party Information
| A. |
Identity of related parties:
|
The Group’s related parties include Kenon’s beneficial owners and Kenon’s subsidiaries, affiliates and associates companies. Kenon’s immediate holding company is Ansonia Holdings Singapore B.V. A discretionary trust, in which Mr. Idan Ofer is the ultimate beneficiary, indirectly holds 100% of Ansonia Holdings Singapore B.V.
In the ordinary course of business, some of the Group’s subsidiaries and affiliates engage in business activities with each other. Ordinary course of business transactions are aggregated in this note. Other than disclosed elsewhere in the consolidated financial statements during the period, the Group engaged the following material related party transactions.
Key management personnel of the Company are those persons having the authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the Company. The directors, CEO and CFO are considered key management personnel of the Company.
F - 72
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 28 – Related-party Information (Cont’d)
| B. |
Transactions with directors and officers (Kenon's directors and officers):
|
Key management personnel compensation
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Short-term benefits
|
|
|
||||||
|
Share-based payments
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
| C. |
Transactions with related parties (including associates):
|
|
For the year ended December 31,
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Sale of electricity and revenues from provision of services
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Cost of sales
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||
|
Dividend received from associates,net
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other expenses, net
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Financing (income)/expenses, net
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||
| * |
Following the disposal of ZIM, ZIM will no longer be an associate to the Group. Refer to Note 5 for further details.
|
| D. |
Balances with related parties (including associates):
|
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
Other related parties *
|
||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalent
|
|
|
||||||
|
Trade receivables and other receivables
|
|
|
||||||
|
Other payables
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||
|
Loans and other liabilities
|
||||||||
|
In US dollar or linked thereto
|
|
(
|
)
|
|||||
| * |
IC, Israel Chemicals Ltd (“ICL”), Oil Refineries Ltd (“Bazan”).
|
|
These balances relate to amounts with entities that are related to Kenon's beneficial owners.
|
| E. |
For further investment by Kenon into OPC, see Note 11.A.9 and 11.A.10.
|
F - 73
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments
| A. |
General
|
The Group has international activity in which it is exposed to credit, liquidity and market risks (including currency, interest, inflation and other price risks). In order to reduce the exposure to these risks, the Group holds derivative financial instruments, (including forward transactions, interest rate swap (“SWAP”) transactions, and options) for the purpose of economic (not accounting) hedging of foreign currency risks, inflation risks, commodity price risks, interest risks and risks relating to the price of inputs.
This note presents information about the Group’s exposure to each of the above risks, and the Group’s objectives, policies and processes for measuring and managing the risk.
The risk management of the Group companies is executed by them as part of the ongoing current management of the companies. The Group companies monitor the above risks on a regular basis. The hedge policies with respect to all the different types of exposures are discussed by the boards of directors of the companies.
The comprehensive responsibility for establishing the base for the risk management of the Group and for supervising its implementation lies with the Board of Directors and the senior management of the Group.
| B. |
Credit risk
|
Counterparty credit risk is the risk that the financial benefits of contracts with a specific counterparty will be lost if a counterparty defaults on their obligations under the contract. This includes any cash amounts owed to the Group by those counterparties, less any amounts owed to the counterparty by the Group where a legal right of set-offs exists and also includes the fair values of contracts with individual counterparties which are included in the financial statements. The maximum exposure to credit risk at each reporting date is the carrying value of each class of financial assets mentioned in this note.
| (1) |
Exposure to credit risk
|
The carrying amount of financial assets represents the maximum credit exposure. The maximum exposure to credit risk as of year end was:
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Carrying amount
|
||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|
||||||
|
Short-term and long-term deposits and restricted cash
|
|
|
||||||
|
Trade receivables and other assets
|
|
|
||||||
|
Short-term and long-term derivative instruments
|
|
|
||||||
|
Other investments
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
Based on the credit risk profiles of the Group’s counterparties relating to the Group’s cash and cash equivalents, short-term and long-term deposits and restricted cash, trade receivables and other assets, short-term and long-term derivative instruments, the Group has assessed expected credit losses on the financial assets to be immaterial. The maximum exposure to credit risk for trade receivables as of year end, by geographic region was as follows:
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Israel
|
|
|
||||||
|
United States
|
|
|
||||||
|
|
|
|||||||
F - 74
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
| (2) |
Aging of debts
|
Set forth below is an aging of the trade receivables:
|
As at December 31
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Not past due nor impaired
|
|
|
||||||
No ECL has been recorded on any trade receivable amounts based on historical credit loss data and the Group’s view of economic conditions over the expected lives of the receivables.
Debt securities
The following table provides information about the movement of ECL on other investments as of December 31, 2024:
|
ECL on other investments
|
||||||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
2022
|
||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||
|
Balance as at 1 January
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Impairment (reversal)/loss on debt securities at FVOCI
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Balance as at 31 December
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
| C. |
Liquidity risk
|
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. The Group’s approach to managing liquidity is to ensure, as far as possible, that it will always have sufficient liquidity to meet its liabilities when due, under both normal and adverse credit and market conditions, without incurring unacceptable losses or risking damage to the Group’s reputation.
The Group manages its liquidity risk by means of holding cash balances, short-term deposits, other liquid financial assets and credit lines.
Set forth below are the anticipated repayment dates of the financial liabilities, including an estimate of the interest payments. This disclosure does not include amounts regarding which there are offset agreements:
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Book value
|
Projected cash flows
|
Up to 1 year
|
1-2 years
|
2-5 years
|
More than 5 years
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative financial liabilities
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Trade payables
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Other current liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Lease liabilities including interest payable *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Debentures (including interest payable) *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Loans from banks and others including interest *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||
| * |
Includes current portion of long-term liabilities.
|
F - 75
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Book value
|
Projected cash flows
|
Up to 1 year
|
1-2 years
|
2-5 years
|
More than 5 years
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative financial liabilities
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Trade payables
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Other current liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Lease liabilities including interest payable *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Debentures (including interest payable) *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
Loans from banks and others including interest *
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||
| * |
Includes current portion of long-term liabilities.
|
| D. | Market risks |
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates, the CPI, interest rates and prices of capital products and instruments will affect the fair value of the future cash flows of a financial instrument.
The Group buys and sells derivatives in the ordinary course of business, and also incurs financial liabilities, in order to manage market risks. All such transactions are carried out within the guidelines set by the Boards of Directors of the companies. For the most part, the Group companies enter into hedging transactions for purposes of avoiding economic exposures that arise from their operating activities. Most of the transactions entered into do not meet the conditions for recognition as an accounting hedge and, therefore, differences in their fair values are recorded on the statement of profit and loss.
| (1) | CPI and foreign currency risk |
Currency risk
The Group’s functional currency is the U.S. dollar. The exposures of the Group companies are measured with reference to the changes in the exchange rate of the dollar vis-à-vis the other currencies in which it transacts business.
The Group is exposed to currency risk on sales, purchases, assets and liabilities that are denominated in a currency other than the respective functional currencies of the Group entities. The primary exposure is to the Shekel (“NIS”).
The Group uses options and forward exchange contracts on exchange rates for purposes of hedging short-term currency risks, usually up to one year, in order to reduce the risk with respect to the final cash flows in dollars deriving from the existing assets and liabilities and sales and purchases of goods and services within the framework of firm or anticipated commitments, including in relation to future operating expenses.
The Group is exposed to currency risk in relation to loans it has taken out and debentures it has issued in currencies other than the dollar. The principal amounts of these bank loans and debentures have been hedged by swap transactions the repayment date of which corresponds with the payment date of the loans and debentures.
F - 76
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
The Group has no exposure to foreign currency risk in respect of non-hedging derivative financial instruments in 2024. Relevant information for 2024 is as follows:
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Currency/
linkage
receivable
|
Currency/
linkage
payable
|
Amount
receivable
|
Amount
payable
|
Expiration
dates
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Forward contracts on exchange rates
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Currency/
linkage
receivable
|
Currency/
linkage
payable
|
Amount
receivable
|
Amount
payable
|
Expiration
dates
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Forward contracts on exchange rates
|
|
|
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||||
The Group’s exposure to foreign currency risk in respect of hedging derivative financial instruments is as follows:
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Currency/
linkage
receivable
|
Currency/
linkage
payable
|
Amount
receivable
|
Amount
payable
|
Expiration
dates
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Forward contracts on exchange rates
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Currency/
linkage
receivable
|
Currency/
linkage
payable
|
Amount
receivable
|
Amount
payable
|
Expiration
dates
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||||
|
Forward contracts on exchange rates
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||||
Inflation risk
The Group has CPI-linked loans. The Group is exposed to payments of higher interest and principal as the result of an increase in the CPI. It is noted that part of the Group’s anticipated revenues will be linked to the CPI. The Group does not hedge this exposure beyond the expected hedge included in its revenues.
F - 77
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
| a. |
Breakdown of CPI-linked derivative instruments
|
The Group’s exposure to index risk with respect to derivative instruments used for hedging purposes is shown below:
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
|
Index
receivable
|
Interest payable
|
Expiration date
|
Amount of linked
principal
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
CPI-linked derivative instruments
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Interest exchange contract
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
|
Index
receivable
|
Interest payable
|
Expiration date
|
Amount of linked
principal
|
Fair value
|
||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
CPI-linked derivative instruments
|
|||||||||||||||||
|
Interest exchange contract
|
|
|
%
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
| b. |
Exposure to CPI and foreign currency risks
|
The Group’s exposure to CPI and foreign currency risk, based on nominal amounts, is as follows:
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||
|
Foreign currency
|
||||||||||||
|
Shekel
|
||||||||||||
|
Unlinked
|
CPI linked
|
Other
|
||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Short-term deposits and restricted cash
|
|
|
|
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|
Trade receivables
|
|
|
|
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|
Other current assets
|
|
|
|
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|
Total financial assets
|
|
|
|
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|
Trade payables
|
|
|
|
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|
Other current liabilities
|
|
|
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Loans from banks and others and debentures
|
|
|
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|
Total financial liabilities
|
|
|
|
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|
Total non-derivative financial instruments, net
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||
|
Derivative instruments
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net exposure
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||
F - 78
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||
|
Foreign currency
|
||||||||||||
|
Shekel
|
||||||||||||
|
Unlinked
|
CPI linked
|
Other
|
||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||
|
Cash and cash equivalents
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Short-term deposits and restricted cash
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Trade receivables
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other current assets
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total financial assets
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Trade payables
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Other current liabilities
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Loans from banks and others and debentures
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total financial liabilities
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Total non-derivative financial instruments, net
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||
|
Derivative instruments
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
|
Net exposure
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||||
| c. | Sensitivity analysis |
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||
|
10% increase
|
5% increase
|
5% decrease
|
10% decrease
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Shekel/dollar
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||
|
2% increase
|
1% increase
|
1% decrease
|
2% decrease
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||||||
|
CPI
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||||||
|
10% increase
|
5% increase
|
5% decrease
|
10% decrease
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Shekel/dollar
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Shekel/EUR
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
dollar/EUR
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||||||||||
|
2% increase
|
1% increase
|
1% decrease
|
2% decrease
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Non-derivative instruments
|
||||||||||||||||
|
CPI
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||
F - 79
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
| (2) |
Interest rate risk
|
The Group is exposed to changes in the interest rates with respect to loans bearing interest at variable rates, as well as in relation to swap transactions of liabilities in foreign currency for dollar liabilities bearing a variable interest rate.
The Group has not set a policy limiting the exposure and it hedges this exposure based on forecasts of future interest rates.
The Group enters into transactions mainly to reduce the exposure to cash flow risk in respect of interest rates. The transactions include interest rate swaps and “collars”. In addition, options are acquired and written for hedging the interest rate at different rates.
Type of interest
Set forth below is detail of the type of interest borne by the Group’s interest-bearing financial instruments:
|
As at December 31,
|
||||||||
|
2024
|
2023
|
|||||||
|
Carrying amount
|
||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Fixed rate instruments
|
||||||||
|
Financial assets
|
|
|
||||||
|
Financial liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||
|
Variable rate instruments
|
||||||||
|
Financial assets
|
|
|
||||||
|
Financial liabilities
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|||||
The Group’s assets and liabilities bearing fixed interest are not measured at fair value through the statement of profit and loss and the Group does not designate derivatives interest rate swaps as hedging instruments under a fair value hedge accounting model. Therefore, a change in the interest rates as of the date of the report would not be expected to affect the income or loss with respect to changes in the value of fixed – interest assets and liabilities.
A change of 100 basis points in interest rate at reporting date would have (decreased)/increased profit and loss before tax by the amounts below. This analysis assumes that all variables, in particular foreign currency rates, remain constant.
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||
|
100bp increase
|
100 bp decrease
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Variable rate instruments
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||
|
100bp increase
|
100 bp decrease
|
|||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||
|
Variable rate instruments
|
(
|
)
|
|
|||||
F - 80
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||||||||||
|
2% decrease
|
1% decrease
|
1% increase
|
2% increase
|
|||||||||||||
|
$ Thousands
|
||||||||||||||||
|
Long-term loans and debentures (SOFR)
|
|
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
||||||||||
|
Interest rate swaps (SOFR)
|
(
|
)
|
(
|
)
|
|
|
||||||||||
The Group has no exposure to SOFR interest rate risk for derivative financial instruments used for hedging as at December 31, 2024.
Fair value
| (1) |
Fair value compared with carrying value
|
The Group’s financial instruments include mainly non-derivative assets, such as: cash and cash equivalents, investments, deposits and short-term loans, receivables and debit balances, investments and long-term receivables; non-derivative liabilities: such as: short-term credit, payables and credit balances, long-term loans, finance leases and other liabilities; as well as derivative financial instruments. In addition, fair value disclosure of lease liabilities is not required.
Due to their nature, the fair value of the financial instruments included in the Group’s working capital is generally identical or approximates the book value.
The following table shows in detail the carrying amount and the fair value of financial instrument groups presented in the financial statements not in accordance with their fair value.
|
As at December 31, 2024
|
||||||||
|
Carrying amount
|
Fair value
|
|||||||
|
Liabilities
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||
|
Non-convertible debentures
|
|
|
||||||
|
Long-term loans from banks and others (excluding interest)
|
|
|
||||||
|
Loans from non-controlling interests
|
|
|
||||||
|
As at December 31, 2023
|
||||||||
|
Carrying amount
|
Fair value
|
|||||||
|
Liabilities
|
$ Thousands
|
|||||||
|
Non-convertible debentures
|
|
|
||||||
|
Long-term loans from banks and others (excluding interest)
|
|
|
||||||
|
Loans from non-controlling interests
|
|
|
||||||
The fair value of long-term loans from banks and others (excluding interest) is classified as level 2, and measured using the technique of discounting the future cash flows with respect to the principal component and the discounted interest using the market interest rate on the measurement date.
F - 81
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
| (2) | Hierarchy of fair value |
The following table presents an analysis of the financial instruments measured at fair value, using an evaluation method. The various levels were defined as follows:
– Level 1: Quoted prices (not adjusted) in an active market for identical instruments.
– Level 2: Observed data, direct or indirect, not included in Level 1 above.
– Level 3: Data not based on observed market data.
Other investments are measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (Level 1).
Derivative instruments, other than instruments as detailed in Note 9.B, are measured at fair value using a Level 2 valuation method – observable data, directly or indirectly, which are not included in quoted prices in an active market for identical instruments. See Note 29.D.1 for further details.
Level 3 financial instrument measured at fair value
As of December 31, 2024, the fair value of long-term investment (Qoros) remains at
zero
(2023: $
nil
). The fair value of the capped call as detailed in Note 9.B is $
15
million (2023: $
nil
).
| (3) | Data and measurement of the fair value of financial instruments at Level 2 and 3 |
Level 2
The fair value of forward contracts on foreign currency is determined using trading programs that are based on market prices. The market price is determined based on a weighting of the exchange rate and the appropriate interest coefficient for the period of the transaction along with an index of the relevant currencies.
The fair value of contracts for exchange (SWAP) of interest rates and fuel prices is determined using trading programs which incorporate market prices, the remaining term of the contract and the credit risks of the parties to the contract.
The fair value of currency and interest exchange (SWAP) transactions is valued using discounted future cash flows at the market interest rate for the remaining term.
The fair value of transactions used to hedge inflation is valued using discounted future cash flows which incorporate the forward CPI curve, and market interest rates for the remaining term.
If the inputs used to measure the fair value of an asset or liability might be categorized in different levels of the fair value hierarchy, then the fair value measurement is categorized in its entirety in the same level of the fair value hierarchy as the lowest level input that is significant to the entire measurement.
The fair value of marketable securities held for trade is determined using the ‘Discounts for Lack of Marketability’ (“DLOM”) valuation method, which is a method used to calculate the value of restricted securities. The method purports that the only difference between a company’s common stock and its restricted securities is the lack of marketability of the restricted securities which is derived from the price difference between both prices.
Level 3
The fair value of the capped call transaction as described in Note 9.B was based on the Black-Scholes model using the following variables:
| • |
The underlying asset value
was based on the share price of ZIM as of the valuation date.
|
| • |
The exercise price of the option
was based on the strike price as set out in the capped call agreement.
|
| • |
The expected exercise date
was based on the terms of the capped call agreement.
|
| • |
The risk-free interest rate
was based on US treasury bonds with time to maturity equals to the maturity of each component.
|
| • |
The expected volatility
was based on the historical volatility of ZIM for a period equals to the maturity of each component of the option.
|
F - 82
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 29 – Financial Instruments (Cont’d)
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the fair value of the long-term investment (Qoros) was based on the present value of the expected cash flows. Included in the long-term investment (Qoros) are the 12% interests in Qoros (as described in Note 10.3) and the put option (as described in Note 10.2). For the purposes of management’s fair value assessment of the long-term investment (Qoros), management takes into consideration factors including market risk and credit risk exposures, publicly available information and financial information of the New Qoros Investor and Qoros for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
The following table shows the valuation techniques used in measuring Level 3 fair values as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, as well as the significant unobservable inputs used.
|
Type
|
Valuation technique
|
Significant
unobservable data
|
Inter-relationship
between significant
unobservable inputs and
fair value measurement
|
|
Long-term investment
(Qoros)
|
|
|
|
Note 30 – Subsequent Events
| 1. |
Kenon
|
Dividend
In March 2025, Kenon’s board of directors approved a cash dividend of $
4.80
per share (an aggregate amount of approximately $
250
million), payable to Kenon’s shareholders of record as of the close of trading in April 2025.
| 2. |
OPC
|
Acquisition of additional interest in CPV Shore
During 2025, CPV Group entered into a purchase agreement to acquire an additional
F - 83
SIGNATURES
The registrant hereby certifies that it meets all of the requirements for filing on Form 20-F and that it has duly caused and authorized the undersigned to sign this annual report on its behalf.
|
Kenon Holdings Ltd.
|
|||
|
|
|||
|
By:
|
/s/ Robert L. Rosen
|
||
|
Name: Robert L. Rosen
|
|||
|
Title: Chief Executive Officer
|
|||
Date: April 2, 2025
178
|
Exhibit
|
||
|
Number
|
Description of Document
|
|
|
101.INS*
|
Inline XBRL Instance Document
|
|
|
101.SCH*
|
Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
|
|
|
101.CAL*
|
Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
|
|
|
101.DEF*
|
Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
|
|
|
101.LAB*
|
Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
|
|
|
101.PRE*
|
Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
|
|
|
104*
|
Inline XBRL for the cover page of this Annual Report on Form 20-F, included in the Exhibit 101 Inline XBRL Document Set.
|
| * |
Filed herewith.
|
| # |
Portions of this exhibit have been omitted because such portions are both not material and the registrant customarily and actually treats the redacted information as private and confidential. The omissions have been indicated by Asterisks (“[***]”).
|
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part IItem 1. Identity Of Directors, Senior Management and AdvisersItem 2. Offer Statistics and Expected TimetableItem 3. Key InformationItem 4. B Business Overview Our Businesses Opc S Business Opc S Description Of Operations EmployeesItem 10. B ConstitutionItem 10. E Taxation U.s. Federal Income Tax ConsiderationsItem 10. E Taxation U.s. Federal Income Tax Considerations Passive Foreign Investment CompanyItem 4. Information on The CompanyItem 4. B Business OverviewItem 4A. Unresolved Staff CommentsItem 5. Operating and Financial Review and ProspectsItem 3. D Risk FactorsItem 4. B Business Overview Our Businesses Opc S Business Industry Overview Overview Of Israeli Electricity Generation IndustryItem 4. B Business Overview Our Businesses Opc S Business Overview Of Israeli Electricity Generation IndustryItem 4. B Business Opc S Description Of Operations IsraelItem 4. B Information on The Company Business OverviewItem 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects Recent DevelopmentsItem 3D Risk Factors Risks Related To Opc S Israel Operations The War May Affect Opc Operations in IsraelItem 6. Directors, Senior Management and EmployeesItem 6. E Share OwnershipItem 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party TransactionsItem 8. Financial InformationItem 18. Financial StatementsItem 4. B. Our Businesses Qoros,Item 9. The Offer and ListingItem 10. Additional InformationItem 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market RiskItem 12. Description Of Securities Other Than Equity SecuritiesPart IIItem 13. Defaults, Dividend Arrearages and DelinquenciesItem 14. Material Modifications To The Rights Of Security Holders and Use Of ProceedsItem 15. Controls and ProceduresItem 16. ReservedItem 16A. Audit Committee Financial ExpertItem 16B. Code Of EthicsItem 16C. Principal Accountant Fees and ServicesItem 16D. Exemptions From The Listing Standards For Audit CommitteesItem 16E. Purchases Of Equity Securities By The Issuer and Affiliated PurchasersItem 16F. Change in Registrant S Certifying AccountantItem 16G. Corporate GovernanceItem 16H. Mine Safety DisclosureItem 16I. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions That Prevent InspectionItem 16J. Insider Trading PoliciesItem 16K. CybersecurityItem 17. Financial StatementsItem 19. ExhibitsNote 1 Financial Reporting Principles and Accounting PoliciesNote 2 Basis Of Preparation Of The Financial StatementsNote 2 Basis Of Preparation Of The Financial Statements (cont D)Note 3 Material Accounting PoliciesNote 3 Material Accounting Policies (cont D)Note 4 Determination Of Fair ValueNote 5 Profit/(loss) From Divestment Of ZimNote 6 Cash and Cash EquivalentsNote 7 Short-term Deposits and Restricted CashNote 8 Other InvestmentsNote 9 Investment in Equity-accounted InvesteesNote 9 Investment in Equity-accounted Investees (cont D)Note 10 Long-term Investment (qoros)Note 10 Long-term Investment (qoros) (cont D)Note 11 SubsidiariesNote 11 Subsidiaries (cont D)Note 12 Property, Plant and Equipment, NetNote 12 Property, Plant and Equipment, Net (cont D)Note 13 Intangible Assets, NetNote 13 Intangible Assets, Net (cont D)Note 14 Long-term Prepaid Expenses and Other Non-current AssetsNote 15 Loans and DebenturesNote 15 Loans and Debentures (cont D)Note 16 Trade and Other PayablesNote 17 Right-of-use Assets, Net, Lease Liabilities and Long-term Deferred ExpensesNote 17 Right-of-use Assets, Net, Lease Liabilities and Long-term Deferred Expenses (cont D)Note 18 Contingent Liabilities and CommitmentsNote 18 Contingent Liabilities and Commitments (cont D)Note 19 Share Capital and ReservesNote 19 Share Capital and Reserves (cont D)Note 20 RevenueNote 21 Cost Of Sales and Services (excluding Depreciation and Amortization)Note 22 Selling, General and Administrative ExpensesNote 23 Financing Expenses, NetNote 24 Income TaxesNote 24 Income Taxes (cont D)Note 25 Earnings Per ShareNote 26 Other Current AssetsNote 27 Segment, Customer and Geographic InformationNote 27 Segment, Customer and Geographic Information (cont D)Note 28 Related-party InformationNote 28 Related-party Information (cont D)Note 29 Financial InstrumentsNote 29 Financial Instruments (cont D)Note 30 Subsequent Events