The diagram illustrates the Merit Order of electricity generation, showcasing the available generation capacity (in MW) from various sources at different price levels (in €/MWh). Each colored band represents a specific generation type, such as lignite, gas, wind, or solar, contributing to the overall supply stack. The x-axis denotes the price range, while the y-axis indicates the cumulative generation capacity.

You can interact with the chart by clicking on the generation type names in the legend to exclude or include specific sources, enabling a more focused analysis of particular energy contributions.

Total Generation (MWh)

Quantifies the absolute contribution of each source to the power system. When analyzing this column, consider:

• Which sources form the backbone of the system
• The balance between dispatchable and variable generation
• The role of each technology in the overall mix

Generation %

Shows what percentage of each source's total available capacity was utilized. This metric helps understand:

• How intensively each technology was used relative to its maximum potential
• Capacity factor patterns across different technologies
• Utilization efficiency of installed infrastructure
• Operational patterns (e.g., base load vs peak load generation)

Monetary Value (MWh*€)

Represents the market value of generated electricity. This metric helps understand

• The economic significance of each generation type
• How market prices affect different technologies
• The total market value created by each source

Monetary Value %

Shows each source's share of total market value. Compare this with Generation % to:

• Identify which sources capture more or less value relative to their utilization
• Understand market value distribution across technologies
• Assess the economic weight of different sources

Avg Price (€/MWh)

Indicates the average achieved market price. This reveals:

• Which technologies are better at generating during high-price periods
• The market's valuation of different generation types
• The economic effectiveness of different sources

Economic Efficiency

The difference between Monetary Value % and Generation % provides crucial insights into:

• A technology's ability to generate during high-price periods
• The market alignment of different generation patterns
• The economic optimization potential of different sources