Long-Term Auctions
Quick answers to common questions about long-term auctions.
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How long do the rounds of long-term auctions last?
The first round of a long-term auction lasts three hours. Each subsequent round lasts one hour until the auction is finished. Between each round, there'...
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Is it possible to skip rounds in long-term auctions?
No, it is not possible to skip rounds in long-term auctions. If you choose not to participate in one round, you cannot reenter the auction in the one after ...
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What amount of capacity and surcharge should I enter in long-term comfort bids (bidding curves)?
In long-term comfort bids, enter the amount of capacity you want and the maximum surcharge you're willing to pay. As the price increases in each round, ...
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Why was a large price step applied to my auction after an undersell?
When a round results in an undersell, the last large price step is cancelled and the auction proceeds in small price steps. With one exception: if the aucti...
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What happens if a monthly auction does not finish before the start of the runtime?
Almost all monthly auctions end well before the runtime. However, there could be exceptions. In that case, the auction is cancelled and the capacity will be...