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Low-carbon contracts for difference encourage investment in renewable energy by protecting developers with high upfront costs from volatile electricity prices by guaranteeing a sale price.

Rather than paying to dig boreholes and install underground pipes themselves, residents pay a standing charge to connect to the existing system, which is paid for upfront by investors, such as through pension funds.

Nevertheless, it can be a huge draw for seniors who are deciding between a Medigap supplement with a monthly premium and a Medicare Advantage plan with no upfront costs and lots of extras.

Solid-oxide fuel cells such as Bloom Energy’s have higher upfront costs and maintenance expenses, according to research consulting firm Thunder Said Energy.

On the same day, Metsera would declare a cash dividend of $62.20 a share, acting as an upfront payout to shareholders.