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Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.

Q2 2015 INTERIM REPORT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

     

Letter to Shareholders  

1

Generation and Financial Review for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015

11

Generation and Financial Review for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015

19

Analysis of Consolidated Financial Statements and Other Information

26

Unaudited Interim Consolidated Financial Statements

46

  

 


 

our operations

We operate our facilities through continental operating platforms in North America, Latin America and Europe which are designed to maintain and enhance the value of our assets, while cultivating positive relations with local stakeholders. We own and manage 209 hydroelectric generating stations, 38 wind facilities, two natural gas-fired plants and three biomass facilities. Overall, the assets we own or manage have 7,398 MW of generating capacity and annual generation of 26,105 GWh based on long-term averages. The table below outlines our portfolio as at June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

River

 

Generating

Capacity(1)

LTA(1)(2)

Storage

 

 

Systems

Facilities

Units

(MW)

(GWh)

(GWh)

Hydroelectric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America(3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

30

 

135

 

420

 

3,190

 

11,367

 

3,582

 

 

Canada

 

19

 

33

 

73

 

1,361

 

5,173

 

1,261

 

 

 

 

49

 

168

 

493

 

4,551

 

16,540

 

4,843

 

Latin America(4)

 

26

 

41

 

88

 

833

 

4,299

 

-

 

 

 

 

75

 

209

 

581

 

5,384

 

20,839

 

4,843

Wind(5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

-

 

8

 

721

 

536

 

1,394

 

-

 

 

Canada

 

-

 

3

 

220

 

406

 

1,197

 

-

 

 

 

 

-

 

11

 

941

 

942

 

2,591

 

-

 

Latin America

 

-

 

5

 

75

 

150

 

587

 

-

 

Europe

 

-

 

22

 

270

 

587

 

1,508

 

-

 

 

 

 

-

 

38

 

1,286

 

1,679

 

4,686

 

-

Other(6)

 

-

 

5

 

11

 

335

 

580

 

-

 

 

75

 

252

 

1,878

 

7,398

 

26,105

 

4,843

(1)            Includes 100% of capacity and generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)            Long-term average (“LTA”) is calculated on an annualized basis from the beginning of the year, regardless of the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Hydroelectric LTA is the expected average level of generation, as obtained from the results of a simulation based on historical inflow data performed over a period of typically 30 years.

(4)            Hydroelectric assets located in Brazil benefit from a market framework which levelizes generation risk across producers.

(5)            Wind LTA is the expected average level of generation, as obtained from the results based on simulated historical wind speed data performed over a period of typically 10 years. 

(6)            Includes natural gas-fired plants (“Co-gen”) in North America and biomass facilities in Latin America.

 


 

The following table presents the annualized long-term average generation of our portfolio as at June 30, 2015 on a quarterly basis:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GENERATION (GWh)(1)(2)

 

Q1

 

Q2

 

Q3

 

Q4

 

Total

Hydroelectric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America(3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

3,213

 

3,239

 

2,114

 

2,801

 

11,367

 

 

Canada

 

1,229

 

1,580

 

1,162

 

1,202

 

5,173

 

 

 

 

4,442

 

4,819

 

3,276

 

4,003

 

16,540

 

Latin America(4)

 

1,128

 

1,061

 

1,048

 

1,062

 

4,299

 

 

 

 

5,570

 

5,880

 

4,324

 

5,065

 

20,839

Wind(5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

311

 

468

 

341

 

274

 

1,394

 

 

Canada

 

324

 

292

 

238

 

343

 

1,197

 

 

 

 

635

 

760

 

579

 

617

 

2,591

 

Latin America

 

145

 

146

 

148

 

148

 

587

 

Europe

 

449

 

324

 

292

 

443

 

1,508

 

 

 

 

1,229

 

1,230

 

1,019

 

1,208

 

4,686

Other(6)

 

52

 

160

 

203

 

165

 

580

Total

 

6,851

 

7,270

 

5,546

 

6,438

 

26,105

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)            LTA is calculated on an annualized basis from the beginning of the year, regardless of the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Hydroelectric LTA is the expected average level of generation, as obtained from the results of a simulation based on historical inflow data performed over a period of typically 30 years.

(4)            Hydroelectric assets in Brazil benefit from a market framework which levelizes generation risk across producers.

(5)            Wind LTA is the expected average level of generation, as obtained from the results based on simulated historical wind speed data performed over a period of typically 10 years. 

(6)            Includes Co-gen plants in North America and biomass facilities in Latin America.

  






Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Use of Non-IFRS Measures

 

This Interim Report contains  forward-looking information within the meaning of U.S. and Canadian securities laws. We may make such statements in this Interim Report, in other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or in other communications with Canadian regulators - see “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements”. We make use of non-IFRS measures in this Interim Report  - see “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use Of Non-IFRS Measures”. This Interim Report, our Form 20-F  and additional information filed with the SEC and with securities regulators in Canada are available on our website at www.brookfieldrenewable.com, on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or on SEDAR’s website at www.sedar.com.

  

 

 


 

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Letter to SHAREHOLDERS

Operations are performing well as we enter the strong summer pricing season and with the exception of short-term hydrology, all other aspects of the business are meeting or exceeding our expectations. 

Operating Results

Adjusted EBITDA and Funds From Operations (FFO) were $339 million and $146 million, respectively, for the second quarter. Lower seasonal inflows in North America, combined with low water levels in Brazil, contributed to hydrological conditions being below plan during the quarter. However, we ended the quarter with reservoirs at planned levels and are well positioned to capture premium summer pricing. Our wind portfolio performed well, with strong performance in Brazil and Europe offsetting weaker conditions in North America. This continues to demonstrate the benefit of our increasingly diversified portfolio. 

Our target payout ratio is currently 65% of FFO based on long term average, and despite the low water conditions in the quarter it was still a conservative 79%.

Financial Position and Liquidity

Our financial position remains strong. We have continued to extend maturities, with approximately nine years of weighted average debt duration and predominantly fixed-rate liabilities which insulates us from any interest rate increase.  From a liquidity perspective we have a strong balance sheet, which includes:

·         Over $1 billion of near-term liquidity, including cash and available lines; 

·         Approximately $500 million of near-term incremental financing proceeds from underleveraged projects; and

·         Over $1 billion of potential capital net to BREP, from further asset sales, if pursued, at values consistent with recent transactions.

With this ability to access multiple sources of capital to fuel our growth − and a strong track record of having done so in the past − we believe we are well positioned to add assets to the business which will grow cash flow on a per share basis in line with our targets.

Growth Pipeline

Our acquisition pipeline is currently strong with a number of large-scale transactions that we are actively progressing. These transactions are centered on three themes:

1)     Capturing Price Optionality: There is a long-term need in developed power markets for ongoing investment to replace aging generation supply with cleaner technologies (hydro, wind, solar, gas).  Over the last five years, the costs of these cleaner technologies have benefitted significantly from low interest rates and government incentives, both of which are not sustainable over the long term.  Accordingly, we believe power prices will need to rise to attract further investment. We have invested large amounts of capital in hydro assets during this period that earn a reasonable return in the current low price environment but are extremely well positioned to benefit when prices rise. We are currently progressing three new hydro-based acquisition opportunities of this nature in North America and Europe with the assets having the potential to add substantially to our position as a leading hydro owner and operator.

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2)     Development Arbitrage: Investors in developed markets in North America and Europe continue to pay a significant premium for assets with fixed, contracted revenue streams. As such, we are looking at opportunities to surface value from contracted wind assets in our portfolio and redeploy the proceeds into our development pipeline. This surfaces capital, captures our development profits and de-risks the portfolio by eliminating the assets most at risk in an increasing interest rate environment.

In that regard, we recently completed the sale of a 102 megawatt wind farm in California, realizing a return for BREP shareholders in the range of 30%.  On the investment front, we just acquired a wind development portfolio in Scotland with projects totaling approximately 1,200 megawatts. These projects are well positioned to benefit over the long-term from the region’s strong wind resource and the UK’s need for new supply. This acquisition grows our total proprietary pipeline to more than 3,000 megawatts and increases our advanced development program of buildable projects by the end of the decade to approximately 1,000 megawatts.

In Brazil, we continue to advance the construction of the 25 megawatt Serra dos Cavilinhos hydro, 47 megawatt Silea hydro and 55 megawatt biomass projects. In Ireland we have substantially completed the 12 megawatt Glentane wind farm and are starting construction this fall on two new wind projects totalling 32 megawatts, and in Canada we are advancing development of a 60 megawatt expansion of an existing wind facility. All of these projects are expected to exceed our target returns for the company.

3)     Emerging Market Supply: Developing markets, such as Brazil, are significantly undersupplied from a generation perspective and continue to face sustained, long-term demand growth. As we have seen many emerging market economies slow down and their currencies devalue, the opportunity to invest in these markets with little competition could generate exceptional returns. We recently entered a definitive agreement to acquire a portfolio of two operating hydro plants in Brazil with an installed capacity of 51 megawatts for $120 million which we will tuck into our Brazilian platform. These operating facilities have high capacity factors and are located close to our existing assets and demand centers. The transaction should close in the first quarter of 2016 and is expected to generate returns in the range of 20%. We are working on two transactions in Brazil which could further add to our global hydro business.

Succession Plan

After 15 years as the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Richard Legault has assumed the role of Executive Group Chairman for our business. In this capacity, Richard will provide his guidance and oversight on all of our key growth and operational objectives. Under his direction, the business has grown into one of the world’s largest publicly-traded pure-play renewable energy companies, with an enviable track record including a 16% annualized compounded total return over that time. He has left an indelible imprint on the company and our industry, and on behalf of the Board of Directors and all our stakeholders, we extend our deepest gratitude for his past leadership and his ongoing contributions.

Outlook  

In the U.S., we have recently invested over $1 billion of equity into assets whose value is tied to power market recovery. Our thesis over this time has been twofold. First, we have been acquiring hydro assets in the U.S. with stable cash flows and high margins, but which are in markets with very low prices and strong growth prospects. Second, we have been focused on acquiring development stage projects where we can secure long term power contracts and leverage our operating capabilities to capture premium returns. 

Over this time, we have seen energy prices remain stubbornly low, supported by a combination of very low-cost capital and an array of government incentives. These factors have driven tremendous

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investment in gas, wind and solar assets, and although power prices are still very low by historical standards, eventually the replacement cost of assets will prevail and prices will increase. With 50% of our assets situated in the U.S., we are uniquely positioned to capture higher energy and capacity prices in the future, and are therefore encouraged by the improving economy.

Over the last two years, we have spent considerable effort in establishing operating capabilities in Europe and enhancing our platform in Latin America.  Both markets represent growth opportunities for us, and we are well positioned with development pipelines in Ireland, the UK and Portugal. We have also doubled the size of our platform in Brazil and introduced wind as a meaningful new technology in which we can grow. Each of our platforms is well positioned with local leadership and strong teams to manage existing operations, and add new assets and development pipelines.

Looking ahead, our priority is to surface the embedded optionality of our existing asset base while looking for unique growth opportunities in all three core continental markets, and to selectively add another market to our business should there be one where we believe we can enter for value and build scale. 

We look forward to reporting on our progress throughout the year and thank you for your continued support.

    

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Sachin Shah

Chief Executive Officer

 

August 6, 2015

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Our Competitive Strengths

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. ("Brookfield Renewable") is the owner and operator of a diversified portfolio of high quality assets that produce electricity from renewable resources.

Our business model is to utilize our global reach to identify and acquire high quality renewable power generating assets at favorable valuations, finance them on a long-term, low-risk basis, and enhance the cash flows and values of these assets using our experienced operating teams to earn reliable, attractive, long-term total returns for the benefit of our shareholders.

One of the largest, listed pure-play renewable platforms. We own one of the world’s largest, publicly-traded, pure-play renewable power portfolios with approximately $20 billion in assets, 7,398 MW of installed capacity, and long-term average generation from operating assets of 26,105 GWh. Our portfolio includes 209 hydroelectric generating stations on 75 river systems, 38 wind facilities and three biomass facilities, diversified across 14 power markets in North America, Latin America and Europe.

                                                                         

 

Generation by Technology

 

Generation by Market

 

 

 

 

Focus on attractive hydroelectric asset class.  Our assets are predominantly hydroelectric and represent one of the longest life, lowest-cost and most environmentally-preferred forms of power generation. Our North American assets have the ability to store water in reservoirs approximating 29% of their annualized long-term average generation. Our assets in Brazil benefit from a framework in that country that levelizes generation risk across hydroelectric producers. The ability to store water in reservoirs in North America and to benefit from levelized generation in Brazil provides partial protection against short-term changes in water supply. As a result of our scale and the quality of our assets, we are competitively positioned compared to other listed renewable power platforms, providing significant scarcity value to investors.

Well positioned for global growth mandate. We have strong organic growth potential with an approximate 3,000 MW development pipeline spread across all of our operating platforms, combined with the ability to capture operating efficiencies and the value of rising power prices for the market-based portion of our portfolio. Our organic growth is complemented by our strong acquisition ability. Over the last ten years, we have acquired or commissioned 79 hydroelectric facilities totaling approximately 2,090 MW, 38 wind facilities totaling approximately 1,680 MW and three biomass facilities totaling 120 MW. For the six months ended June 30, 2015, we acquired or commissioned hydroelectric facilities, wind facilities and biomass facilities that have an installed capacity of 163 MW, 410 MW and 120 MW, respectively. Our ability to develop and acquire assets is strengthened by our established operating and project

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development teams, strategic relationship with Brookfield Asset Management, and our liquidity and capitalization profile. We have, in the past, and may continue in the future to pursue the acquisition or development of assets through arrangements with institutional investors in Brookfield Asset Management sponsored or co-sponsored partnerships. 

Attractive distribution profile.  We pursue a strategy which we expect will provide for highly stable, predictable cash flows sourced from predominantly long-life hydroelectric assets ensuring an attractive distribution yield. We target a distribution payout ratio in the range of approximately 60% to 70% of Funds From Operations and a long-term distribution growth rate target to a range of 5% to 9% annually.

Stable, high quality cash flows with attractive long-term value for limited partnership unitholders.  We intend to maintain a highly stable, predictable cash flow profile sourced from a diversified portfolio of low operating cost, long-life hydroelectric and wind assets that sell electricity under long-term, fixed price contracts with creditworthy counterparties. Approximately 88% of our 2015 generation output is sold pursuant to power purchase agreements to public power authorities, load-serving utilities, industrial users or to affiliates of Brookfield Asset Management. The power purchase agreements for our assets have a weighted-average remaining duration of 17 years, providing long-term cash flow stability.

Strong financial profile. With approximately $20 billion of assets, our debt to total capitalization is 42% and approximately 75% of our borrowings are non-recourse to Brookfield Renewable. Corporate borrowings and subsidiary borrowings have weighted-average terms of approximately seven and ten years, respectively. Our available liquidity at quarter end includes approximately $1.0 billion of cash and cash equivalents and the available portions of credit facilities.

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2015

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

Operating Results

Our entire portfolio continued to perform well with availability and reliability rates in line with our plans.  Assets acquired or commissioned in the last twelve months have performed in line with, or above, long-term average. Total generation was 6,400 GWh compared to the long-term average of 7,199 GWh.  

Revenues were $458 million compared to $474 million in the prior year. Net income was $35 million compared to $72 million in the prior year.

Adjusted EBITDA was $339 million compared to $360 million in the prior year. Funds From Operations was $146 million compared to $198 million in the prior year.

North America

·          Hydrology and wind conditions in the United States and Canada were below long-term average by 718 GWh, however, we ended the quarter with reservoirs at levels in line with the long-term average and are well positioned to capture premium summer pricing

·          The hydroelectric facility in Pennsylvania acquired in 2014 performed in line with long-term average and contributed incremental generation of 240 GWh

Latin America

·          The impact of the continuing drought conditions in Brazil was partially reduced by our participation in the balancing pool administered by the Brazilian government. Generation was 163 GWh below the long-term average

·          Through maintaining a contract position of approximately 80%, we were able to capture strong power prices from un-contracted generation 

·          The hydroelectric, wind and biomass portfolios in Brazil acquired at the end of last quarter and the hydroelectric facility acquired this quarter have performed in line with, or above, long-term average

Europe

·          The entire wind portfolio generated above the long-term average of 318 GWh. The Irish wind portfolio, which includes facilities acquired last year and three facilities commissioned in 2015, contributed 274 GWh and the wind portfolio acquired in Portugal last quarter contributed 52 GWh

Growth and Development

Subsequent to quarter end, we completed the sale of a 102 MW wind portfolio in California delivering strong returns.

Along with our institutional partners, we completed the acquisition of a 120 MW hydroelectric facility in Brazil expected to generate 519 GWh annually. As such, we have now successfully completed the acquisition of the 488 MW portfolio in Brazil comprising of hydroelectric, wind, and biomass generating capacity announced in late 2014.

We also acquired a wind development pipeline approximating 1,200 MW in Scotland, taking our total development pipeline to approximately 3,000 MW.

We achieved full commissioning on a 12 MW Irish wind facility expected to generate 33 GWh annually.

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We initiated construction on a 14 MW wind facility in Northern Ireland expected to generate 38 GWh annually and with commissioning expected in 2016.

We continued to advance the construction, on scope, schedule and budget, of 127 MW of hydroelectric and biomass development projects in Brazil. Collectively, these four projects are expected to generate 624 GWh annually with commissioning expected between 2016 and 2018.

In the most recent Brazilian government auction, we secured long-term contracts at an average price of R$208 per MWh for 408 GWh of annual generation in relation to three of these development projects.

Subsequent to quarter end, we entered into an agreement to acquire two hydroelectric facilities in Brazil with an aggregate generating capacity of 51 MW. The facilities are expected to generate 293 GWh annually. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2016, subject to typical closing conditions.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Our available liquidity at quarter end included approximately $1.0 billion of cash and cash equivalents and the available portions of credit facilities. Our debt to total capitalization is 42% and approximately 75% of our borrowings are non-recourse to Brookfield Renewable. Corporate borrowings and subsidiary borrowings have weighted-average terms of approximately seven and ten years, respectively.

We extended the maturity and expanded the authorized credit facilities by one year to June 2020 and to $1,310 million, respectively. We also reduced the margin from 2.25% to 1.625% on C$194 million debt associated with a 189 MW wind portfolio in Ontario. We continue to look at a number of financing opportunities that will add duration to the portfolio, reduce overall exposure to certain financial markets and take advantage of the current low interest rate environment.

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HISTORICAL OPERATIONAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

 

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Operational information(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capacity (MW)

 

 

 

7,398

 

6,428

 

7,398

 

6,428

Long-term average generation (GWh)(2)

 

 

 

7,199

 

6,440

 

13,715

 

12,461

Actual generation (GWh)(2)

 

 

 

6,400

 

6,341

 

12,223

 

12,326

Average revenue ($ per MWh)

 

 

 

72

 

77

 

74

 

81

Selected financial information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

458

$

474

$

899

$

954

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

339

 

360

 

677

 

720

Funds From Operations(3)

 

146

 

198

 

299

 

383

Adjusted Funds From Operations(3)

 

131

 

184

 

269

 

355

Net income

 

35

 

72

 

86

 

197

Funds From Operations per LP Unit(3)(4)

 

0.53

 

0.74

 

1.09

 

1.44

Distributions per LP Unit(5)(6)

 

1.61

 

1.50

 

1.61

 

1.50

 

 

 

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

2015

 

2014

Balance sheet data:

 

 

 

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value

$

18,521

$

18,566

Equity-accounted investments

 

251

 

273

Total assets

 

19,982

 

19,849

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long-term debt and credit facilities

 

7,890

 

7,678

Deferred income tax liabilities

 

2,581

 

2,637

Total liabilities

 

11,332

 

10,968

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

677

 

728

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

2,394

 

2,062

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

 

54

 

59

Participating non-controlling interests -  in a holding 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiary - Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

 

2,624

 

2,865

Limited partners' equity

 

2,901

 

3,167

Total equity

 

8,650

 

8,881

Debt to total capitalization(7)

 

42%

 

40%

(1)       Includes 100% of capacity and generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)       For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)       Non-IFRS measures. See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”, “Financial Review by Segments for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015” and “Financial Review by Segments for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

(4)       For the three and six months ended June 30, 2015, weighted average LP units, Redeemable/Exchangeable units and General Partnership units totaled 275.7 million and 275.7 million, respectively (2014: 267.6 million and 266.5 million).

(5)       Figure is based on last twelve months of operations.

(6)       Represents distributions per unit to holders of Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units, LP Units and GP interest.

(7)       Total capitalization is calculated as total debt plus deferred income tax liabilities, net of deferred income tax assets, and equity.

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This Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2015 is provided as of August 6, 2015. Unless the context indicates or requires otherwise, the terms “Brookfield Renewable”, “we”, “us”, and “our” mean Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. and its controlled entities.

Brookfield Renewable’s financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”), which require estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and the amounts of revenue and expense during the reporting periods.

Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.

Unless otherwise indicated, all dollar amounts are expressed in United States (“U.S.”) dollars.

The ultimate parent of Brookfield Renewable is Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (“Brookfield Asset Management”). Brookfield Asset Management and its subsidiaries, other than Brookfield Renewable, are also individually and collectively referred to as “Brookfield” in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis.

PRESENTATION TO PUBLIC STAKEHOLDERS

Brookfield Renewable’s consolidated equity interests include LP Units held by public unitholders, Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units in Brookfield Renewable Energy L.P. (“BRELP”), a holding subsidiary of Brookfield Renewable, held by Brookfield (“Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units”), and a general partnership interest in BRELP held by Brookfield (“GP interest”). The LP Units and the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units have the same economic attributes in all respects, except that the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units provide Brookfield the right to request that their units be redeemed for cash consideration. In the event that Brookfield exercises this right, Brookfield Renewable has the right, at its sole discretion, to satisfy the redemption request with LP Units, rather than cash, on a one-for-one basis. Brookfield, as holder of Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units, participates in earnings and distributions on a per unit basis equivalent to the per unit participation of the LP Units. As Brookfield Renewable, at its sole discretion, has the right to settle the obligation with LP Units, the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units are classified under equity, and not as a liability. 

Given the exchange feature referenced above, we are presenting LP Units, Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units, and the GP interest as separate components of consolidated equity. This presentation does not impact the total income (loss), per unit or share information, or total consolidated equity.

As at the date of this report, Brookfield owns an approximate 62% LP Unit interest, on a fully-exchanged basis, and all general partnership interests in Brookfield Renewable, representing a 0.01% interest, while the remaining  approximately 38% is held by the public.

Performance Measurement

We present our key financial metrics based on total results prior to distributions made to LP Unitholders, the Redeemable/Exchangeable Unitholders and holders of the GP interest. In addition, our operations are segmented by the type of power generation (Hydroelectric, Wind, and Other, which includes Biomass and Co-gen) with Hydroelectric and Wind further segmented by geography (North America, which is comprised of the United States and Canada segments; Latin America; and Europe), as that is how Brookfield Renewable’s Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer (collectively, the chief operating decision maker, or “CODM”) review our results, manage operations and allocate resources. Accordingly, we report our results in accordance with these segments.

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Refer to Note 15 – Segmented information in our interim consolidated financial statements for further details.

One of our primary business objectives is to generate reliable and growing cash flows while minimizing risk for the benefit of all stakeholders. We monitor our performance in this regard through four key metrics — i) Net Income (Loss), ii) Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”), iii) Funds From Operations,  and iv) Adjusted Funds From Operations.

It is important to highlight that Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, and Adjusted Funds From Operations do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and therefore are unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. We provide additional information on how we determine Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, and Adjusted Funds From Operations, and we provide reconciliations to net income (loss) and cash flows from operating activities. See “Financial Review by Segments for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015” and “Financial Review by Segments for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

Net Income (Loss)

Net income (loss) is calculated in accordance with IFRS.

Adjusted EBITDA

Adjusted EBITDA means revenues less direct costs (including energy marketing costs), plus our share of cash earnings from equity-accounted investments and other income, before interest, income taxes, depreciation, management service costs and the cash portion of non-controlling interests.

Funds From Operations

Funds From Operations is defined as Adjusted EBITDA less interest, current income taxes and management service costs, which is then adjusted for the cash portion of non-controlling interests. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2014, Funds From Operations include the earnings received from the wind portfolio we acquired in Ireland, reflecting our economic interest from January 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014.

Our payout ratio is defined as distributions to Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units, LP Units and the GP interest, including general partnership incentive distributions, divided by Funds From Operations.

Adjusted Funds From Operations

Adjusted Funds From Operations is defined as Funds From Operations less Brookfield Renewable’s share of adjusted sustaining capital expenditures (based on long-term sustaining capital expenditure plans).

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GENERATION AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

The following table reflects the actual and long-term average generation for the three months ended June 30:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Variance of Results

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actual vs.

 

Actual Generation(1)

LTA Generation(1)

Actual vs. LTA

Prior Year

GENERATION (GWh)

2015

2014

2015

2014

2015

2014

 

Hydroelectric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

2,930

3,085

3,239

3,035

(309)

50

(155)

 

 

Canada

1,338

1,558

1,580

1,488

(242)

70

(220)

 

 

 

4,268

4,643

4,819

4,523

(551)

120

(375)

 

Latin America

833

844

996

898

(163)

(54)

(11)

 

 

 

5,101

5,487

5,815

5,421

(714)

66

(386)

Wind

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

358

427

468

468

(110)

(41)

(69)

 

 

Canada

235

242

292

292

(57)

(50)

(7)

 

 

 

593

669

760

760

(167)

(91)

(76)

 

Latin America

185

  -

146

  -

39

  -

185

 

Europe(2)

326

144

318

180

8

(36)

182

 

 

 

1,104

813

1,224

940

(120)

(127)

291

Other

195

41

160

79

35

(38)

154

Total(3)

6,400

6,341

7,199

6,440

(799)

(99)

59

(1)         For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(2)         We completed the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland on June 30, 2014. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. Accordingly, generation from April 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 has been recorded in the second quarter of 2014.

(3)         Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

We compare actual generation levels against the long-term average to highlight the impact of one of the important factors that affect the variability of our business results. In the short-term, we recognize that hydrology and wind conditions will vary from one period to the next; over time however, we expect our facilities will continue to produce in line with their long-term averages, which have proven to be reliable indicators of performance.

Our risk of a generation shortfall in Latin America continues to be minimized by participation in a hydrological balancing pool administered by the government of Brazil. This program mitigates hydrology risk by assuring that all participants receive, at any particular point in time, an assured energy amount, irrespective of the actual volume of energy generated. The program reallocates energy, transferring surplus energy from those who generated an excess to those who generate less than their assured energy, up to the total generation within the pool. Periodically, low precipitation across the entire country’s system could result in a temporary reduction of generation available for sale which has been the case for over a year. During these periods, we expect that a higher proportion of thermal generation would be needed to balance supply and demand in the country potentially leading to higher overall spot market prices. In anticipation of adverse hydrological conditions, we continue to maintain a lower level of

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contracted power in the portfolio, thereby preserving optionality and flexibility in the portfolio and allowing us to capture increased revenues in times of strong power prices.

The entire portfolio continued to maintain high availability and reliability with no material unplanned outages. Generation for the three months ended June 30, 2015 totaled 6,400 GWh, below the long-term average of 7,199 GWh, and an increase of 59 GWh compared to the prior year.

The hydroelectric portfolio generated 5,101 GWh, below the long-term average of 5,815 GWh and a decrease of 386 GWh compared to the prior year. 

·         The variances were primarily attributable to lower inflows across the majority of our portfolio 

·         Generation from our recently acquired facilities in Pennsylvania and Brazil was 339 GWh which is in line with our long-term average

·         At the end of the quarter, reservoir levels were in line with the long-term average which means we are well positioned to capture premium summer pricing

The wind portfolio generated 1,104 GWh, below the long-term average of 1,224 GWh and an increase of 291 GWh compared to the prior year.

·         North American wind portfolio generated 593 GWh, below the long-term average of 760 GWh and a decrease of 76 GWh compared to the prior year, primarily due to lower wind conditions across the portfolio

·         In Europe, the Irish portfolio generated 194 GWh, in-line with the long-term average of 187 GWh, and an increase of 50 GWh compared to the prior year due to improved wind conditions

·         Contributions from our recently acquired or commissioned facilities in Europe and Latin America were 317 GWh, above the long-term average of 277 GWh

The recently acquired biomass portfolio in Brazil generated 141 GWh while our co-gen facility in New York generated 54 GWh.

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The following table reflects Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, Adjusted Funds From Operations, and provides a reconciliation to net income for the three months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

 

 

 

2015

 

2014

Revenues

 

 

 

$

458

$

474

Other income

 

6

 

2

Share of cash earnings from equity-accounted investments

 

9

 

8

Direct operating costs

 

(134)

 

(124)

Adjusted EBITDA(1)

 

339

 

360

Fixed earnings adjustment(2)

 

-

 

11

Interest expense – borrowings

 

(114)

 

(102)

Management service costs

 

(13)

 

(13)

Current income taxes

 

(5)

 

(6)

Less: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

(8)

 

(10)

    

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

(53)

 

(42)

Funds From Operations(1)

 

146

 

198

Less: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures(3)

 

(15)

 

(14)

Adjusted Funds From Operations(1)

 

131

 

184

Add: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

61

 

52

Add: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures

 

15

 

14

Less: fixed earnings adjustment

 

-

 

(11)

Other items:

 

 

 

 

   

Depreciation

 

(161)

 

(129)

   

Unrealized financial instruments loss

 

-

 

(4)

   

Share of non-cash loss from equity-accounted investments

 

(5)

 

(6)

Deferred income tax recovery (expense)

 

6

 

(17)

Other

 

(12)

 

(11)

Net income

$

35

$

72

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted earnings per LP Unit(4)

$

0.07

$

0.15

(1)       Non-IFRS measures.  See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures” and “Financial Review by Segments for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

(2)       The fixed earnings adjustment relates to Brookfield Renewable’s investment in the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. The transaction closed on June 30, 2014, and accordingly under IFRS, the $11 million net Funds From Operations contribution was recorded as part of the purchase price.

(3)       Based on long-term sustaining capital expenditure plans.

(4)       Average LP Units outstanding during the period totaled 143.4 million (2014: 135.3 million).

Net income is one important measure of profitability, in particular because it has a standardized meaning under IFRS. The presentation of net income on an IFRS basis for our business will often lead to the recognition of a loss or a year-over-year decrease in income even though the underlying cash flows generated by the assets are supported by strong margins and stable, long-term power purchase agreements. The primary reason for this is that we recognize a significantly higher level of depreciation for our assets than we are required to reinvest in the business as sustaining capital expenditures.

As a result, we also measure our financial results based on Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, and Adjusted Funds From Operations to provide readers with an assessment of the cash flow generated by our assets and the residual cash flow retained to fund distributions and growth initiatives.

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Revenues totaling $458 million represent a decrease of $16 million.

The decrease in generation from our hydroelectric and wind facilities in North America impacted revenues by $44 million and $11 million, respectively.

In Latin America, revenues increased $6 million. The impact of the continued drought conditions in Brazil was offset by favorable wind conditions and strong power prices captured during the quarter by maintaining a lower level of contracted power in the portfolio.

The recent growth across the portfolio contributed revenues of $64 million.

Canadian dollar and Euro exposure, representing 35% of our entire portfolio, continues to be proactively managed through foreign currency contracts. The Brazilian Real exposure, representing 15% of our entire portfolio, is not hedged through foreign currency contracts due to high associated costs. However, the exposure is mitigated by the annual inflation-linked escalations in our power purchase agreements. The appreciation of the U.S. dollar resulted in a $31 million reduction in revenues. This also affected operating costs and interest expense, reducing the net impact on Funds From Operations to $13 million.

The average total revenue per MWh of $72 decreased $5 per MWh, primarily attributable to the appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacting our revenues denominated in Canadian dollars, Euros and Brazilian Real.

Direct operating costs totaling $134 million represent an increase of $10 million which was primarily attributable to the growth in our portfolio.

Interest expense totaling $114 million represents an increase of $12 million which was primarily attributable to the growth in our portfolio.   

Management service costs totaling $13 million were consistent with prior year.

The cash portion of non-controlling interests totaling $61 million represents an increase of $9 million. The increase related to the growth in our portfolio was partially offset by the decrease in performance from certain assets in our portfolio.

Funds From Operations totaling $146 million represent a decrease of $52 million.

Net income totaling $35 million represents a decrease of $37 million. Depreciation and amortization increased due to the recent growth in the portfolio and the increased fair value of existing facilities.

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SEGMENTED DISCLOSURES

Segmented information is prepared on the same basis that Brookfield Renewable’s CODM manages the business, evaluates financial results, and makes key operating decisions.  See Note 15 - Segmented information in our interim consolidated financial statements.

HYDROELECTRIC

The following table reflects the results of our operations for the three months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2015

 

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

 America 

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

3,239

 

1,580

 

4,819

 

996

 

5,815

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

2,930

 

1,338

 

4,268

 

833

 

5,101

Revenues

$

202

$

84

$

286

$

61

$

347

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

149

 

67

 

216

 

46

 

262

Funds From Operations(3)

$

82

$

50

$

132

$

34

$

166

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2014

 

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

3,035

 

1,488

 

4,523

 

898

 

5,421

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

3,085

 

1,558

 

4,643

 

844

 

5,487

Revenues

$

218

$

107

$

325

$

67

$

392

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

163

 

88

 

251

 

51

 

302

Funds From Operations(3)

$

102

$

70

$

172

$

39

$

211

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)           For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Non-IFRS measures. See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”, and “Financial Review by Segments for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

North America

Generation from the portfolio was 4,268 GWh, below the long-term average of 4,819 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 4,643 GWh.

Revenues totaling $286 million represent a decrease of $39 million. Funds From Operations totaling $132 million represent a decrease of $40 million.

United States

Generation from the portfolio was 2,930 GWh, below the long-term average of 3,239 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 3,085 GWh. Generation decreased due primarily to lower inflows in New York, Maine and Louisiana partially offset by higher generation in Tennessee and North Carolina. The facility acquired in Pennsylvania in 2014 contributed incremental generation of 240 GWh, with performance at this facility being consistent with the long-term average.

Revenues totaling $202 million represent a decrease of $16 million. The lower generation impacted revenues by $30 million but this was partially offset by the revenues from the growth in our portfolio.

Funds From Operations totaling $82 million represent a decrease of $20 million, primarily attributable to the decrease in revenues.

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Canada

Generation from the portfolio was 1,338 GWh, below the long-term average of 1,580 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 1,558 GWh. The variances were primarily attributable to lower inflows in Ontario and Quebec.

Revenues totaling $84 million represent a decrease of $23 million, attributable to the decrease in generation.

Funds From Operations totaling $50 million represent a decrease of $20 million. The decrease is reflective of the lower revenues. The appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacted revenues by $9 million but also affected operating costs and interest expense, resulting in a net decrease in Funds From Operations of $7 million.

Latin America

Generation from the portfolio was 833 GWh, below the long-term average of 996 GWh and consistent with prior year generation of 844 GWh. Generation decreased as conditions in Brazil continue to be affected by the drought conditions. However, the impact was reduced by our participation in the Brazilian balancing pool. The recently acquired facilities in Brazil generated 99 GWh which was consistent with the long-term average.

Revenues totaling $61 million represent a decrease of $6 million, primarily attributable to the decrease in generation. The impact on revenues from the lower generation was offset by the strong power prices we were able to capture by maintaining a lower level of contracted power in the portfolio and by amounts received for the settlement of matters related to the delayed completion of a hydroelectric facility in Brazil. The recently acquired facilities contributed revenues of $6 million. The appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacted revenues by $18 million, but also affected costs and other expenses resulting in a net decrease in Funds From Operations of $11 million. 

Funds From Operations totaling $34 million represent a decrease of $5 million, primarily attributable to the reduction in revenues. Operating costs, interest expense and the cash portion of non-controlling interests increased due to the recent growth in the portfolio.

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WIND

The following table reflects the results of our operations for the three months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2015

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Europe

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

468

 

292

 

760

 

146

 

318

 

1,224

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

358

 

235

 

593

 

185

 

326

 

1,104

Revenues

$

39

$

25

$

64

$

10

$

27

$

101

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

29

 

21

 

50

 

10

 

16

 

76

Funds From Operations(3)

$

7

$

13

$

20

$

3

$

3

$

26

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2014

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Europe

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

468

 

292

 

760

 

N/A

 

180

 

940

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

427

 

242

 

669

 

N/A

 

144

 

813

Revenues

$

49

$

29

$

78

$

N/A

$

N/A

$

78

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

38

 

24

 

62

 

N/A

 

N/A

 

62

Funds From Operations(3)

$

11

$

14

$

25

$

N/A

$

11

$

36

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)           For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Non-IFRS measures. See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”, and “Financial Review by Segments for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

North America

Generation from the portfolio was 593 GWh, below the long-term average of 760 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 669 GWh.

Revenues totaling $64 million represent a decrease of $14 million. Funds From Operations totaling $20 million represent a decrease of $5 million.

United States

Generation from the portfolio of 358 GWh was below the long-term average of 468 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 427 GWh, primarily attributable to lower wind conditions across the portfolio. The impact on our financial results was reduced by the non-controlling interests in certain of our facilities in California.

Revenues totaling $39 million represent a decrease of $10 million attributable to lower generation. Funds From Operations totaling $7 million represent a decrease of $4 million. The decrease in revenues was partially offset by a decrease in the cash portion of non-controlling interests.

Canada

Generation from the portfolio was 235 GWh, below the long-term average of 292 GWh due to lower wind conditions, and consistent with prior year generation of 242 GWh.

Revenues totaling $25 million represent a decrease of $4 million. Funds From Operations totaling $13 million represent a decrease of $1 million, as the impact of the appreciation of the U.S. dollar on operating costs and interest expense fully offset the effect on revenues.

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Latin America

Generation from the recently acquired wind portfolio in Brazil of 185  GWh was above the long-term average of 146  GWh.

Revenues and Funds From Operations totaled $10  million and $3 million, respectively.

Europe

Generation from the portfolio of 326 GWh was in line with the long-term average of 318 GWh and higher than prior year generation of 144 GWh. Generation from our existing facilities in Ireland was 194 GWh, in line with the long-term average and an increase of 50 GWh from the prior year due to improved wind conditions. The facilities recently commissioned in Ireland and the acquired portfolio in Portugal contributed 80  GWh and 52  GWh, respectively, which were consistent with the long-term average.

Revenues and Funds From Operations totaled $27  million and $3 million, respectively. Funds From Operations for the second quarter of 2014 represents our acquired economic interest in the wind portfolio in Ireland for the period from January 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 pursuant to the purchase and sale agreement.

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GENERATION AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

The following table reflects the actual and long-term average generation for the six months ended June 30:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Variance of Results

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actual vs.

 

Actual Generation(1)

LTA Generation(1)

Actual vs. LTA

Prior Year

GENERATION (GWh)

2015

2014

2015

2014

2015

2014

 

Hydroelectric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

5,465

5,676

6,452

5,829

(987)

(153)

(211)

 

 

Canada

2,840

2,869

2,809

2,681

31

188

(29)

 

 

 

8,305

8,545

9,261

8,510

(956)

35

(240)

 

Latin America

1,572

1,943

1,943

1,827

(371)

116

(371)

 

 

 

9,877

10,488

11,204

10,337

(1,327)

151

(611)

Wind

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

561

700

779

779

(218)

(79)

(139)

 

 

Canada

516

579

616

616

(100)

(37)

(63)

 

 

 

1,077

1,279

1,395

1,395

(318)

(116)

(202)

 

Latin America

185

  -

146

  -

39

  -

185

 

Europe

777

418

758

431

19

(13)

359

 

 

 

2,039

1,697

2,299

1,826

(260)

(129)

342

Other

307

141

212

298

95

(157)

166

Total(2)

12,223

12,326

13,715

12,461

(1,492)

(135)

(103)

(1)         For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(2)         We completed the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland on June 30, 2014. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. Accordingly, generation from April 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 has been recorded in the second quarter of 2014.

(3)         Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

Generation during the six months ended June 30, 2015 totaled 12,223 GWh, below the long-term average of 13,715 GWh, and a decrease of 103 GWh compared to the prior year. The contribution from the recent growth in the portfolio was 1,257 GWh.

The hydroelectric portfolio generated 9,877 GWh, below the long-term average of 11,204 GWh and a decrease of 611 GWh compared to the prior year. The variances were attributable to lower inflows across the majority of our portfolio. The generation from our recently acquired or commissioned facilities was 613 GWh.

The wind portfolio generated 2,039 GWh, below the long-term average of 2,299 GWh and an increase of 342 GWh compared to the prior year.

·         The North American portfolio generated 1,077 GWh, below the long-term average of 1,395 GWh and a decrease of 202 GWh compared to the prior year primarily due to lower wind conditions across the portfolio

·         In Europe, the Irish portfolio generated 459 GWh, in line with the long-term average of 443 GWh and an increase of 41 GWh compared to the prior year due to improved wind conditions

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·         Contributions from our recently acquired or commissioned facilities in Europe and Latin America were 503 GWh, above the long-term average of 461 GWh

The recently acquired biomass portfolio in Brazil contributed generation of 141 GWh while our co-gen facility in New York contributed 166 GWh.

The following table reflects Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, Adjusted Funds From Operations, and provides a reconciliation to net income for the six months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

 

 

 

2015

 

2014

Revenues

 

 

 

$

899

$

954

Other income

 

33

 

5

Share of cash earnings from equity-accounted investments

 

13

 

15

Direct operating costs

 

(268)

 

(254)

Adjusted EBITDA(1)

 

677

 

720

Fixed earnings adjustment(2)

 

-

 

11

Interest expense – borrowings

 

(219)

 

(203)

Management service costs

 

(27)

 

(24)

Current income taxes

 

(10)

 

(14)

Less: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

(16)

 

(19)

    

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

(106)

 

(88)

Funds From Operations(1)

 

299

 

383

Less: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures(3)

 

(30)

 

(28)

Adjusted Funds From Operations(1)

 

269

 

355

Add: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

122

 

107

Add: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures

 

30

 

28

Less: fixed earnings adjustment

 

-

 

(11)

Other items:

 

 

 

 

   

Depreciation

 

(319)

 

(255)

   

Unrealized financial instruments loss

 

(8)

 

(4)

   

Share of non-cash loss from equity-accounted investments

 

(6)

 

(12)

Deferred income tax recovery (expense)

 

12

 

(19)

Other

 

(14)

 

8

Net income

$

86

$

197

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted earnings per LP Unit(4)

$

0.17

$

0.44

(1)       Non-IFRS measures.  See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures” and “Financial Review by Segments for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

(2)       The fixed earnings adjustment relates to Brookfield Renewable’s investment in the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. The transaction closed on June 30, 2014, and accordingly under IFRS, the $11 million net Funds From Operations contribution was recorded as part of the purchase price.

(3)       Based on long-term sustaining capital expenditure plans.

(4)       Average LP Units outstanding during the period totaled 143.4 million (2014: 134.2 million).

Revenues totaled $899 million which represented a decrease of $55 million.

The decrease in generation from our hydroelectric and wind facilities, combined with a relatively lower pricing environment in certain regions, in North America resulted in a $101 million decrease in revenues. Annual escalations in our power purchase agreements partially offset the impact of lower generation by $6 million.

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In Latin America, revenues declined $23 million, primarily due to the impact of the continued drought conditions. The impact of these conditions in Brazil was partially offset by more favorable wind conditions and strong power prices captured during the second quarter from un-contracted power in the portfolio.

Revenues from our co-gen facilities decreased $10 million. The increased generation at our 105 MW facility in New York was partially offset by the suspension of our facility in Ontario.

The recent growth across the portfolio contributed revenues of $131 million.

The appreciation of the U.S. dollar resulted in a $58 million reduction in revenues. This also affected operating costs and interest expense, and the net impact on Funds From Operations was fully offset by the ongoing foreign currency hedging program.

The average total revenue per MWh of $74 decreased $7 per MWh from the prior year, reflecting the impact of the relatively lower pricing environment and the appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacting our revenues denominated in Canadian dollars, Euros and Brazilian Real.

Direct operating costs totaling $268 million represent an increase of $14 million, reflecting the growth in our portfolio which resulted in costs of $32 million, partially offset by the reduction in power purchased in the open market for our co-gen facilities.

Interest expense totaling $219 million represents an increase of $16 million. Incremental borrowing costs of $32 million were attributable to the growth in our portfolio. The savings attributable to normal course repayments on subsidiary borrowings were partially offset by the increase related to the issuance of C$400 million of medium-term corporate notes in the first quarter.

Management service costs totaling $27 million represent an increase of $3 million, primarily attributable to the increase in the market value of our LP Units and the issuance of 10.25 million LP Units in 2014.

The cash portion of non-controlling interests totaling $122 million represents an increase of $15 million. The increase of $40 million related to the growth in our portfolio was partially offset by the decrease in performance from certain assets in our portfolio.

Funds From Operations totaling $299 million represent a decrease of $84 million.

Net income totaling $86 million represents a decrease of $111 million. Depreciation and amortization increased due to the recent growth in the portfolio and the increased fair value of existing facilities.

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SEGMENTED DISCLOSURES

HYDROELECTRIC

The following table reflects the results of our hydroelectric operations for the six months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2015

 

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

 America 

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

6,452

 

2,809

 

9,261

 

1,943

 

11,204

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

5,465

 

2,840

 

8,305

 

1,572

 

9,877

Revenues

$

393

$

190

$

583

$

106

$

689

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

276

 

171

 

447

 

77

 

524

Funds From Operations(3)

$

136

$

136

$

272

$

55

$

327

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2014

 

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

5,829

 

2,681

 

8,510

 

1,827

 

10,337

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

5,676

 

2,869

 

8,545

 

1,943

 

10,488

Revenues

$

424

$

205

$

629

$

156

$

785

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

314

 

167

 

481

 

124

 

605

Funds From Operations(3)

$

177

$

133

$

310

$

97

$

407

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)           For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Non-IFRS measures. See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”, and “Financial Review By Segments For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

North America

Generation from the portfolio was 8,305 GWh, below the long-term average of 9,261 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 8,545 GWh.

Revenues totaling $583 million represent a decrease of $46 million. Funds From Operations totaling $272 million represent a decrease of $38 million.

United States

Generation from the portfolio was 5,465 GWh, below the long-term average of 6,452 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 5,676 GWh. Generation decreased 675 GWh due to lower inflows in New York, Louisiana, Tennessee and North Carolina. The non-controlling interests in our facilities in Louisiana, Tennessee and North Carolina reduced the impact on our financial results. A full period’s contribution from facilities acquired in 2014 in Maine and Pennsylvania resulted in incremental generation of 464 GWh. 

Revenues totaling $393 million represent a decrease of $31 million. The lower generation impacted revenues by $48 million. While wholesale prices for both energy and capacity continue to trend higher relative to the cyclical lows experienced during the last few years, pricing did not reach the peaks we experienced in the prior year, particularly in the first quarter of 2014. The impact was a $17 million reduction in revenues.

A full period’s contribution from facilities acquired in 2014 resulted in incremental revenues of $34 million.

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Funds From Operations totaling $136 million represent a decrease of $41 million, primarily attributable to the decrease in revenues. Partially offsetting this were decreases in interest expenses attributable to the repayments in the normal course on subsidiary borrowings, and the cash portion of non-controlling interests.

Canada

Generation from the portfolio was 2,840 GWh, above the long-term average of 2,809 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 2,869 GWh. Strong hydrological conditions at our facilities in British Columbia were offset by lower inflows in Quebec and Ontario. The facility in British Columbia commissioned in 2014 provided incremental generation of 50 GWh.

Revenues totaling $190 million represent a decrease of $15 million. The decrease in generation was partially offset by the annual escalations in our power purchase agreements, the net impact of which was $6 million. The commissioned facility contributed $7 million. The appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacted revenues by $16 million, operating costs and interest expense were also affected and the net impact was fully offset by the ongoing foreign currency hedging program.

Funds From Operations totaling $136 million represent an increase of $3 million.

Latin America

Generation from the portfolio was 1,572 GWh, below the long-term average of 1,943 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 1,943 GWh. Generation decreased 470 GWh as conditions in Brazil continue to be affected by the drought conditions. However, the impact was reduced by our participation in the Brazilian balancing pool. The recently acquired facilities in Brazil contributed 99 GWh which was consistent with the long-term average.

Revenues totaling $106 million represent a decrease of $50 million, primarily attributable to decrease in generation. The impact on revenues from the lower generation was partially offset by the strong power prices we were able to capture by maintaining a lower level of contracted power in the portfolio, and by amounts received for the settlement of matters related to the delayed completion of a hydroelectric facility in Brazil. The recently acquired facilities contributed $6 million of revenues. The appreciation of the U.S. dollar impacted revenues by $33 million, but also affected costs and other expenses resulting in a net decrease in Funds From Operations of $21 million.

Funds From Operations totaling $55 million represent a decrease of $42 million, primarily attributable to the net reduction in revenues. Operating costs, interest expense and the cash portion of non-controlling interests increased by a total of $5 million due to the recent growth in the portfolio.

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WIND

The following table reflects the results of our wind operations for the six months ended June 30:

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2015

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Europe

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

779

 

616

 

1,395

 

146

 

758

 

2,299

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

561

 

516

 

1,077

 

185

 

777

 

2,039

Revenues

$

59

$

56

$

115

$

10

$

68

$

193

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

39

 

47

 

86

 

10

 

55

 

151

Funds From Operations(3)

$

5

$

31

$

36

$

3

$

20

$

59

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

2014

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

United States

Canada

Total

America

Europe

Total

Generation (GWh) – LTA(1)(2)

 

779

 

616

 

1,395

 

N/A

 

431

 

1,826

Generation (GWh) – actual(1)(2)

 

700

 

579

 

1,279

 

N/A

 

418

 

1,697

Revenues

$

78

$

68

$

146

$

N/A

$

N/A

$

146

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

54

 

59

 

113

 

N/A

 

N/A

 

113

Funds From Operations(3)

$

10

$

39

$

49

$

N/A

$

11

$

60

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)           For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Non-IFRS measures. See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”, and “Financial Review By Segments For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

North America

Generation from the portfolio was 1,077 GWh, below the long-term average of 1,395 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 1,279 GWh.

Revenues totaling $115 million represent a decrease of $31 million. Funds From Operations totaling $36 million represent a decrease of $13 million.

United States

Generation from the portfolio of 561 GWh was below the long-term average of 779 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 700 GWh, primarily attributable to lower wind conditions in California. The impact on our financial results was reduced by the non-controlling interests in certain of our facilities in California.

Revenues totaling $59 million represent a decrease of $19 million attributable to the decrease in generation. Funds From Operations totaling $5 million represent a decrease of $5 million, as the decrease in revenues was partially offset by savings in costs and a decrease in the cash portion of non-controlling interests.

Canada

Generation from the portfolio of 516 GWh was below the long-term average of 616 GWh and lower than prior year generation of 579 GWh, attributable to lower wind conditions.

Revenues totaling $56 million represent a decrease of $12 million. The decrease in revenues attributable to the lower generation was partially offset by annual escalations in our power purchase agreements. Funds From Operations totaling $31 million represent a decrease of $8 million primarily attributable to the

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decrease in revenues, as the impact of the appreciation of the U.S. dollar on operating costs and interest expense partially offset the effect on revenues.

Latin America

Generation from our wind portfolio in Brazil of 185  GWh was above the long-term average 146  GWh.

Revenues and Funds From Operations totaled $10  million and $3 million, respectively.

Europe

Generation from the portfolio of 777 GWh was above the long-term average of 758 GWh. Generation from our existing facilities in Ireland was 459 GWh, in line with the long-term average and an increase of 41 GWh from the prior year due to improved wind conditions. The facilities commissioned in Ireland during the last six months contributed 175 GWh, consistent with the long-term average, and our recently acquired portfolio in Portugal contributed 143  GWh, also consistent with the long-term average.

Revenues and Funds From Operations totaled $68 million and $20 million, respectively. The Irish and Portuguese portfolios contributed $17 million and $3 million, respectively.

  

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Analysis Of Consolidated Financial Statements and Other Information

Property, Plant and Equipment

In accordance with IFRS, Brookfield Renewable has elected to revalue its property, plant and equipment at a minimum on an annual basis, as at December 31st of each year. Substantially all of Brookfield Renewable’s property, plant and equipment, are carried at fair value as opposed to historical cost, using a 20-year discounted cash flow model. This model incorporates future cash flows from long-term power purchase agreements that are in place where it is determined that the power purchase agreements are linked specifically to the related power generating assets. The model also includes estimates of future electricity prices, anticipated long-term average generation, estimated operating and capital expenditures, and assumptions about future inflation rates and discount rates by geographical location. For power generating assets acquired through business combinations during the year, Brookfield Renewable initially measures the assets at fair value consistent with the policy described in Note 2(l) – Business combinations in our December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, in the year of acquisition, power generating assets are not revalued at year-end unless there is an indication that assets are impaired.

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value totaled $18.5 billion as at June 30, 2015 as compared to $18.6 billion as at December 31, 2014. During the six months ended June 30, 2015, the acquisition of 163 MW of hydroelectric facilities, 273 MW of wind facilities, 175 MW of biomass facilities, and a wind development pipeline of approximately 1,200 MW totaled $1,160 million. The development and construction of power generating assets totaled $112 million. In the current quarter sufficient information, including securing long-term contracts for the sale of generation (see “Contract Profile”), became available to allow us to determine the fair value of two hydroelectric development projects in Brazil with total capacity of 53 MW. Accordingly, the construction work in progress associated with these two projects was revalued, resulting in an increase in fair value of $39 million. The 102 MW wind facility in California was classified as held for sale at June 30, 2015, for the amount of $230 million. Property, plant and equipment were impacted by foreign currency changes related to the appreciation of the U.S. dollar in the amount of $800 million. We also recognized depreciation expense of $319 million which is significantly higher than what we are required to reinvest in the business as sustaining capital expenditures. 

Fair value of property, plant and equipment can vary with discount and terminal capitalization rates. Excluding power generating assets acquired during the year ended December 31, 2014, the following table summarizes the impact of a change in discount rates and terminal capitalization rates on the fair value of property, plant and equipment as at December 31:

(BILLIONS)

 

2014

 

2013

50 bps increase in discount rates

$

 (1.3) 

$

 (1.1) 

50 bps decrease in discount rates

 

 1.5  

 

 1.3  

 

 

 

 

 

50 bps increase in terminal capitalization rate(1)

 

 (0.3) 

 

 (0.3) 

50 bps decrease in terminal capitalization rate(1)

 

 0.4  

 

 0.3  

(1)            The terminal capitalization rate applies only to hydroelectric assets in North America.

Terminal values are included in the valuation of hydroelectric assets in North America. For the hydroelectric assets in Brazil, cash flows have been included based on the duration of the authorization or useful life of a concession asset without consideration of potential renewal value. The weighted-average remaining duration at December 31, 2014, was 15 years (2013: 16 years). Consequently, there is no terminal value attributed to the hydroelectric assets in Brazil. If an additional 20 years of cash flows were included, the fair value of property, plant and equipment would increase by approximately $1 billion. See Note 11 - Property, plant and equipment, at fair value in our December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements.

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liquidity and capital Resources

A key element of our financing strategy is to raise the majority of our debt in the form of asset-specific, non-recourse borrowings at our subsidiaries on an investment grade basis. As at June 30, 2015, long-term indebtedness increased from December 31, 2014 as a result of the portfolio growth. The debt to total capitalization ratio increased from December 31, 2014 due primarily to the issuance of C$400 million ($317 million) of medium-term corporate notes and the appreciation of the U.S. dollar.

Capitalization

The following table summarizes the capitalization using book values:

 

 

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

 

2015

 

2014

Credit facilities(1)

 

$

431

$

401

Corporate borrowings(2)

 

1,515

 

1,286

Subsidiary borrowings(3)

 

5,944

 

5,991

Long-term indebtedness

 

7,890

 

7,678

Deferred income tax liabilities, net of deferred income tax assets

 

2,433

 

2,495

Equity

 

8,650

 

8,881

Total capitalization

$

18,973

$

19,054

Debt to total capitalization

 

42%

 

40%

(1)            Credit facilities are comprised of $385 million drawn by a subsidiary of Brookfield Renewable and guaranteed by Brookfield Renewable, and $46 million borrowed under a subscription credit facility made available by a private fund sponsored by Brookfield Asset Management. This subscription credit facility is only available to us on a limited basis, and is secured by capital contributed to the private fund.

(2)            Issued by a subsidiary of Brookfield Renewable and guaranteed by Brookfield Renewable. The amounts are unsecured.

(3)            Issued by subsidiaries of Brookfield Renewable and secured against their respective assets. The amounts are not guaranteed.

During the six months ended June 30, 2015 we completed the following financings:

Credit facilities

In May 2015, Brookfield Renewable extended the maturity of its corporate credit facilities by one year to June 2020 and also expanded the available amount to $1,310 million from $1,280 million.

Corporate borrowings

In March 2015, we issued C$400 million ($317 million) of medium-term corporate notes, maturing in June 2025 at a fixed rate of 3.75%. Proceeds of the offering were used to repay existing indebtedness and for general corporate purposes.

Subsidiary borrowings

In February 2015, we secured an 18-month extension on $75 million of debt associated with a portfolio of hydroelectric and wind facilities in the United States held through the Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund. The debt bears interest at LIBOR plus 2.75%, and matures in August 2016.

In February 2015, we refinanced indebtedness associated with a 45 MW hydroelectric facility in British Columbia by issuing C$90 million ($76 million) of bonds with an interest rate of 2.95%, maturing in May 2023. We own a 50%, equity-accounted interest in this facility.

In February 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 123 MW wind portfolio in Portugal, Brookfield Renewable assumed loans with principal balances totaling €99 million ($109 million). The loans bear interest at an initial weighted-average fixed rate of 6.28%, including the related interest rate swaps, and have a weighted-average remaining term of 9.5 years.

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In March 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 313 MW operating renewable power generation portfolio in Brazil comprising of 43 MW of hydroelectric, 150 MW of wind, and 120 MW of biomass generating capacity and a 55 MW biomass development project, Brookfield Renewable assumed R$631 million ($197 million) of debt with a combination of variable and fixed interest rates, and a weighted-average remaining term of 12.7 years.

In May 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 120 MW hydroelectric facility in Brazil, Brookfield Renewable assumed R$254 million ($83 million) of debt with variable interest rates of the Brazilian Interbank Deposit Certificate rate plus 0.5% and 2.0%, and a weighted-average remaining term of 7.6 years.

Effective June 30, 2015, the margin on C$194 million ($155 million) of debt associated with a 189 MW wind facility in Ontario was reduced from 2.25% to 1.625%.

Available liquidity

We operate with sufficient liquidity to enable us to fund growth initiatives, capital expenditures, distributions, withstand sudden adverse changes in economic circumstances or short-term fluctuations in generation, and to finance the business on an investment grade basis. Principal sources of liquidity are cash flows from operations and access to public and private capital markets.

The following table summarizes the available liquidity:  

 

 

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

2015

2014

Cash and cash equivalents

$

113

$

150

Credit facilities

 

 

 

 

 

Authorized credit facilities

 

1,510

 

1,480

 

Draws on credit facilities(1)

 

(385)

 

(401)

 

Issued letters of credit

 

(213)

 

(227)

Available portion of credit facilities

 

912

 

852

Available liquidity

$

1,025

$

1,002

(1)            Amounts are unsecured and revolving. Interest rate is at the LIBOR plus 1.20% (December 31, 2014: 1.20%).

 

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Long-term debt and credit facilities

The following table summarizes our principal repayment obligations and maturities as at June 30, 2015:

(MILLIONS)

Balance of 2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

Thereafter

Total

Principal repayments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subsidiary borrowings(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

$

 28 

$

 415 

$

 777 

$

 771 

$

 59 

$

 1,241 

$

 3,291 

 

 

 

Canada

 

 20 

 

 129 

 

 48 

 

 50 

 

 50 

 

 1,347 

 

 1,644 

 

 

 

 

 

 48 

 

 544 

 

 825 

 

 821 

 

 109 

 

 2,588 

 

 4,935 

 

 

Latin America

 

 32 

 

 34 

 

 33 

 

 46 

 

 47 

 

 237 

 

 429 

 

 

Europe

 

 20 

 

 44 

 

 48 

 

 51 

 

 54 

 

 420 

 

 637 

 

 

 

 

 

 100 

 

 622 

 

 906 

 

 918 

 

 210 

 

 3,245 

 

 6,001 

 

Corporate borrowings and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

credit facilities(1)

 

 46 

 

 240 

 

 - 

 

 160 

 

 - 

 

 1,506 

 

 1,952 

 

Equity-accounted investments

 - 

 

 - 

 

 125 

 

 - 

 

 - 

 

 36 

 

 161 

 

 

 

 

$

 146 

$

 862 

$

 1,031 

$

 1,078 

$

 210 

$

 4,787 

$

 8,114 

(1)            Subsidiary borrowings and corporate borrowings and credit facilities include $6 million and $69 million of unamortized premiums and deferred financing fees, respectively.

The remaining subsidiary borrowings due in 2015 are normal course principal repayments. Repayments on subsidiary borrowings in 2016 include maturities of $250 million on our portfolio of hydroelectric facilities in the Southeastern United States and $75 million of debt associated with a portfolio of hydroelectric and wind facilities in the United States held through the Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund. Both of these borrowings are expected to be refinanced at or in advance of maturity.

We remain focused on refinancing near term facilities on acceptable terms and maintaining a manageable maturity ladder. We do not anticipate material issues in addressing our borrowings through 2019 on acceptable terms and will do so opportunistically based on the prevailing interest rate environment.

The overall maturity profile and average interest rates associated with our borrowings and credit facilities are as follows:

 

 

 Average term (years)

Average interest rate (%)

 

 

Jun 30

 

Dec 31

 

Jun 30

 

Dec 31

 

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Corporate borrowings

 

7.0

 

6.7

5.0

 

5.3

Subsidiary borrowings

 

9.8

 

10.4

5.5

 

5.3

Credit facilities

 

5.0

 

4.5

1.4

 

1.4

During the six months ended June 30, 2015, we issued C$400 million ($317 million) of medium-term corporate notes maturing in June 2025, reducing our overall costs on corporate borrowings from 5.3% to 5.0% and also increasing the average term.

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CONTRACT PROFILE

We have a largely predictable profile driven by both long-term power purchase agreements with a weighted-average remaining duration of 17 years combined with a well-diversified portfolio that reduces variability in our generation volumes. We operate the business on a largely contracted basis to ensure a high degree of predictability in Funds From Operations. We do however maintain a long-term view that electricity prices and the demand for electricity from renewable sources will rise due to a growing level of acceptance around climate change and the legislated requirements in some areas to diversify away from fossil fuel based generation.

The following table sets out contracts over the next five years for generation output assuming long-term average:

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31

Balance of 2015

 

2016

 

2017

 

2018

 

2019

 

Generation (GWh)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contracted(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydroelectric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States(2)

 

3,908

 

9,124

 

7,000

 

7,000

 

7,000

 

 

 

 

Canada

 

2,365

 

4,681

 

4,634

 

4,634

 

4,624

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,273

 

13,805

 

11,634

 

11,634

 

11,624

 

 

 

Latin America

 

1,812

 

3,569

 

3,257

 

2,958

 

2,970

 

 

 

 

 

 

8,085

 

17,374

 

14,891

 

14,592

 

14,594

 

 

Wind

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

444

 

1,010

 

1,010

 

1,010

 

1,010

 

 

 

 

Canada

 

581

 

1,197

 

1,197

 

1,197

 

1,197

 

 

 

 

 

 

1,025

 

2,207

 

2,207

 

2,207

 

2,207

 

 

 

Latin America

 

282

 

560

 

560

 

560

 

560

 

 

 

Europe

 

698

 

1,433

 

1,433

 

1,433

 

1,433

 

 

 

 

 

 

2,005

 

4,200

 

4,200

 

4,200

 

4,200

 

Other

 

296

 

481

 

486

 

534

 

534

 

 

 

 

 

 

10,386

 

22,055

 

19,577

 

19,326

 

19,328

 

Uncontracted

1,482

 

3,828

 

6,293

 

6,544

 

6,542

 

Total long-term average

11,868

 

25,883

 

25,870

 

25,870

 

25,870

 

Long-term average on a proportionate basis(3)

8,892

 

19,365

 

19,358

 

19,358

 

19,358

 

 

 

Contracted generation - as at June 30, 2015

% of total generation

88

%

85

%

76

%

75

%

75

%

% of total generation on a proportionate basis(3)

92

%

89

%

84

%

82

%

82

%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Price per MWh - total generation

$

71

$

75

$

78

$

80

$

81

 

Price per MWh - total generation on a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

proportionate basis

 

72

 

75

 

77

 

78

 

79

 

(1)            Assets under construction are included when long-term average and pricing details are available and the commercial operation date is established in a definitive construction contract.

(2)            Includes generation of 898 GWh for 2015 and 2,124 GWh for 2016 secured under financial contracts.

(3)            Long-term average on a proportionate basis includes wholly-owned assets, and our share of partially-owned assets and equity-accounted investments.

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The following changes were made to the contract profile for the six months ended June 30, 2015:

·         Included power purchase agreements associated with the acquisitions of the 488 MW multi-technology renewable energy portfolio in Brazil and the 123 MW wind portfolio in Portugal

·         Included power purchase agreements associated with our commissioned 12 MW wind facility in Ireland

·         Included long-term contracts for three hydroelectric development projects in Brazil

·         Eliminated the 282 GWh contract for the 102 MW wind facility in California which was sold subsequent to quarter end

The majority of the long-term power purchase agreements are with investment-grade rated or creditworthy counterparties. The composition of our contracted generation under power purchase agreements is comprised of: Brookfield (42%), public power authorities (24%), industrial users (21%) and distribution companies (13%).

  

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SUMMARY CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

The following table provides a summary of the key line items on the interim consolidated balance sheets:

 

 

 

Jun 30

 

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

2014

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value

 

$

18,521

$

18,566

Equity-accounted investments

 

251

 

273

Total assets

 

19,982

 

19,849

Long-term debt and credit facilities

 

7,890

 

7,678

Deferred income tax liabilities

 

2,581

 

2,637

Total liabilities

 

11,332

 

10,968

Preferred equity

 

677

 

728

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

2,394

 

2,062

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

 

54

 

59

Participating non-controlling interests - in a holding subsidiary -

 

 

 

 

 

Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

 

2,624

 

2,865

Limited partners' equity

 

2,901

 

3,167

Total liabilities and equity

 

19,982

 

19,849

Contractual obligations

Development and construction

The remaining development project costs on three Brazilian hydroelectric projects totaling 72 MW, a 55 MW biomass facility in Brazil, and a 14 MW wind project in Ireland are expected to be $312 million. The biomass facility and the wind project are expected to be fully operational in 2016. Two hydroelectric projects with a combined capacity of 53 MW are expected to be fully operational in 2017, and the 19 MW hydroelectric project is expected to be fully operational in 2018.

Commitments and contingencies

Brookfield Renewable, on behalf of its subsidiaries, and subsidiaries themselves have provided letters of credit, which include, but are not limited to, guarantees for debt service reserves, capital reserves, construction completion and performance. See “Liquidity and Capital Resources” for further details. 

Brookfield Renewable, along with institutional investors, has provided letters of credit, which include, but are not limited to, guarantees for debt service reserves, capital reserves, construction completion and performance as it relates to interests in the Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund and the Brookfield Infrastructure Fund II. As at June 30, 2015, the letters of credit issued were $112 million (2014: $125 million).

Guarantees

In the normal course of operations, we execute agreements that provide for indemnification and guarantees to third parties in transactions such as acquisitions, construction projects, capital projects, and purchases of assets. We have also agreed to indemnify our directors and certain of our officers and employees. The nature of the indemnities prevent us from making a reasonable estimate of the maximum potential amount that could be required to pay third parties, as many of the agreements do not specify a maximum amount and the amounts are dependent upon the outcome of future contingent events, the nature and likelihood of which cannot be determined at this time. Historically, we have made no significant payments under indemnification agreements.

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Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

Brookfield Renewable has no off-balance sheet financing arrangements.

Related Party Transactions

Brookfield Renewable’s related party transactions are in the normal course of business, and are recorded at the exchange amount. Brookfield Renewable’s related party transactions are primarily with Brookfield.

Brookfield Renewable sells electricity to Brookfield through long-term power purchase agreements to provide contracted cash flow and reduce Brookfield Renewable’s exposure to electricity prices in deregulated power markets. Brookfield Renewable also benefits from a wind levelization agreement with Brookfield which reduces the exposure to the fluctuation of wind generation at certain facilities and thus improves the stability of its cash flow.

In addition to these agreements, Brookfield Renewable and Brookfield have executed other agreements that are described in Note 9 - Related Party Transactions in our December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements.

Brookfield Renewable has also entered into a number of voting agreements with Brookfield whereby Brookfield, as managing member of entities related to Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund and Brookfield Infrastructure Fund II, in which Brookfield Renewable holds investments in power generating operations with institutional partners, agreed to provide to Brookfield Renewable the authority to direct the election of the Boards of Directors of such entities.

The following table reflects the related party agreements and transactions on the interim consolidated statements of income:

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Revenues

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power purchase and revenue agreements

$

146

$

146

$

255

$

181

 

Wind levelization agreement

 

2

 

2

 

4

 

3

 

 

$

148

$

148

$

259

$

184

Direct operating costs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Energy purchases

$

(2)

$

(1)

$

(4)

$

(7)

 

Energy marketing fee

 

(6)

 

(5)

 

(11)

 

(10)

 

Insurance services

 

(6)

 

(7)

 

(13)

 

(14)

 

 

$

(14)

$

(13)

$

(28)

$

(31)

Management service costs

$

(13)

$

(13)

$

(27)

$

(24)

Revenues from power purchase and revenue agreements for the six months ended June 30, 2015 were higher as compared to the prior year. The increase is primarily due to an increased level of price support, reflecting the relatively lower pricing environment in the first quarter of 2015, and the impact of power purchase agreements for certain recently acquired facilities.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

The following table summarizes the key items on the interim consolidated statements of cash flows:

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

2015

2014

2015

2014

Cash flow provided by (used in):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating activities

$

164

$

180

$

396

$

452

Financing activities

 

(62)

 

473

 

313

 

813

Investing activities

 

(188)

 

(658)

 

(740)

 

(1,246)

Foreign exchange gain (loss) on cash

 

3

 

3

 

(6)

 

3

(Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents

$

(83)

$

(2)

$

(37)

$

22

Cash and cash equivalents as at June 30, 2015 totaled $113 million, representing a decrease of $37 million since December 31, 2014.

Operating Activities

Cash flows provided by operating activities totaling $164 million for the second quarter of 2015 represent a decrease of $16 million primarily attributable to the decrease in Funds From Operations.

Cash flows provided by operating activities totaling $396 million for the six months ended June 30, 2015 represent a decrease of $56 million primarily attributable to the decrease in Funds From Operations.

Financing Activities

Cash flows used in financing activities totaled $62 million for the second quarter of 2015. Long-term debt – borrowings were $269 million, and related to the growth in our portfolio. Long-term debt – repayments related to subsidiary borrowings and credit facilities were $238 million. The capital provided by participating non-controlling interests – in operating subsidiaries relates to the growth in our portfolio, and amounted to $93 million.

For the second quarter of 2015, distributions paid to LP Unitholders were $116 million (2014: $103 million). The distributions paid to preferred shareholders and participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries were $70 million (2014: $45 million). See “Dividends and Distributions” for further details.

Cash flows provided by financing activities totaled $313 million for the six months ended June 30, 2015. Long-term debt – borrowings were $790 million, and related to the growth in our portfolio and the issuance of medium-term corporate notes during the first quarter. Long-term debt – repayments related to subsidiary borrowings and credit facilities were $555 million. The capital provided by participating non-controlling interests – in operating subsidiaries relates to the growth in our portfolio, and amounted to $423 million.

For the six months ended June 30, 2015, distributions paid to LP Unitholders were $231 million (2014: $267 million). We increased our distributions to $1.66 per LP Unit, an increase of 11 cents per LP Unit which took effect in the first quarter. The amounts paid in the first quarter of 2014 included distributions declared in both that quarter, and in the fourth quarter of 2013. The distributions paid to preferred shareholders and participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries were $114 million (2014: $71 million). See “Dividends and Distributions” for further details.

Investing Activities

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Cash flows used in investing activities for the second quarter of 2015 totaled $188 million. Our investments were with respect to the acquisition of a 120 MW hydroelectric portfolio in Brazil, a wind development pipeline of approximately 1,200 MW in Scotland, and the remaining non-controlling interests in a 368 MW renewable power portfolio in Brazil. When combined, these investments totaled $132 million. In addition, our continued investment in the development and construction of power generating assets was $57 million and sustainable capital expenditures totaled $13 million.

Cash flows used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2015 totaled $740 million. Our investments were with respect to the acquisition of a 488 MW renewable power portfolio in Brazil, a 123 MW wind portfolio in Portugal, and a wind development pipeline of approximately 1,200 MW in Scotland. When combined, these investments totaled $660 million. In addition, our continued investment in the development and construction of power generating assets was $78 million and sustainable capital expenditures totaled $28 million.

NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS

Preferred equity

On April 1, 2015, the fixed dividend rate on the Series 1 Preference Shares for the five years commencing May 1, 2015 and ending April 30, 2020 was reset and, if declared, will be paid at an annual rate of 3.355% (C$0.2096875 per share per quarter). The holders of 4,518,289 Series 1 Preference Shares exercised their right to convert their shares into Class A, Series 2 Preference Shares on a one-for-one basis. The holders of the Series 2 Preference Shares will be entitled to receive floating rate cumulative preferential cash dividends, equal to the T-Bill Rate plus 2.62%. The quarterly dividend in respect of the May 1, 2015 to July 31, 2015 dividend period was paid on July 31, 2015 at an annual rate of 3.148% (C$0.198367 per share).

No Preference Shares were redeemed.

On June 23, 2015, we announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange had accepted a notice of Brookfield Renewable Power Preferred Equity Inc.’s intention to commence a normal course issuer bid in connection with its outstanding Class A Preference Shares. Under this normal course issuer bid, we are permitted to repurchase up to 10% of the total public float for each respective series of our Class A Preference Shares. Shareholders may obtain a copy of the notice, free of charge, by contacting Brookfield Renewable. For the three months ended June 30, 2015, no Class A Preference Shares were repurchased.

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

Brookfield, as the owner of the 1% GP interest in BRELP, is entitled to regular distributions plus an incentive distribution based on the amount by which quarterly LP Unit distributions exceed specified target levels. To the extent that LP Unit distributions exceed $0.375 per LP Unit per quarter, the incentive is 15% of distributions above this threshold. To the extent that quarterly distributions exceed $0.4225 per LP Unit, the incentive distribution is equal to 25% of distributions above this threshold. Accordingly, incentive distributions of $2 million and $4 million were made during the three and six months ended June 30, 2015.

Participating non-controlling interests - in a holding subsidiary - Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

BRELP has issued Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units to Brookfield, which may at the request of the holder, require BRELP to redeem these units for cash consideration. The right is subject to Brookfield Renewable’s right of first refusal which entitles it, at its sole discretion, to elect to acquire all of the units presented to BRELP that are tendered for redemption in exchange for LP Units. If Brookfield

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Renewable elects not to exchange the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units for LP Units, the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units are required to be redeemed for cash. As Brookfield Renewable, at its sole discretion, has the right to settle the obligation with LP Units, the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units are classified as equity, and not as a liability.

LIMITED PARTNERS’ EQUITY

Brookfield Asset Management owns, directly and indirectly, 169,685,609 LP Units and Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units, representing approximately 62% of Brookfield Renewable on a fully-exchanged basis.

We commenced a normal course issuer bid on December 28, 2014 to repurchase up to 7.1 million LP Units, representing approximately 5% of the issued and outstanding LP Units, for capital management purposes. We repurchased and cancelled 24,200 LP Units during the six months ended June 30, 2015 at a cost of $1 million under the normal course issuer bid (refer to Note 13 - Limited partners’ equity in our June 30, 2015 consolidated financial statements). 

SHARES AND UNITS OUTSTANDING

The shares and units outstanding are presented in the following table:

 

 

 

Jun 30, 2015

Dec 31, 2014

Class A Preference Shares(1)

 

 

 

Series 1

5,481,711

10,000,000

 

Series 2

4,518,289

 - 

 

Series 3

10,000,000

10,000,000

 

Series 5

7,000,000

7,000,000

 

Series 6

7,000,000

7,000,000

 

 

 

34,000,000

34,000,000

 

 

 

 

 

GP interest

2,651,506

2,651,506

 

 

 

 

 

Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units

129,658,623

129,658,623

 

 

 

 

 

LP Units

 

 

 

Balance, beginning of year

143,356,854

132,984,913

 

Issuance of LP Units

 - 

10,250,000

 

Distribution reinvestment plan

76,088

121,941

 

Repurchase of LP Units for cancellation

(24,200)

 - 

Balance, end of period/year

143,408,742

143,356,854

 

 

 

 

 

Total LP Units on a fully-exchanged basis(2)

273,067,365

273,015,477

 

 

 

 

 

LP Units held by

 

 

Brookfield

40,026,986

40,026,986

External LP Unitholders

103,381,756

103,329,868

 

 

 

143,408,742

143,356,854

(1)            Subsequent to June 30, 2015, 75,537 Class A Preference Shares and 22,900 LP Units were repurchased and cancelled

(2)            The fully-exchanged amounts assume the exchange of Redeemable/ Exchangeable partnership units for LP Units at the beginning of the year.

  

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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS

The composition of the dividends and distributions are presented in the following table:

 

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

 

 

Declared

 

Paid

 

Declared

 

Paid

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Class A Preference Shares

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Series 1

$

1

$

3

$

2

$

3

$

3

$

6

$

5

$

6

 

Series 2

 

1

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

Series 3

 

2

 

3

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

5

 

4

 

5

 

Series 5

 

2

 

2

 

2

 

2

 

4

 

4

 

4

 

4

 

Series 6

 

2

 

2

 

2

 

2

 

4

 

4

 

4

 

4

 

 

 

$

8

$

10

$

8

$

10

$

16

$

19

$

17

$

19

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in operating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiaries

$

62

$

35

$

62

$

35

$

97

$

52

$

97

$

52

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General partnership interest in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 held by Brookfield

$

1

$

1

$

1

$

1

$

2

$

2

$

2

$

2

 

Incentive distribution

 

2

 

  -

 

2

 

  -

 

4

 

1

 

4

 

1

 

 

 

$

3

$

1

$

3

$

1

$

6

$

3

$

6

$

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in a holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 - Redeemable/Exchangeable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

units held by Brookfield

$

54

$

51

$

54

$

51

$

109

$

101

$

108

$

131

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Limited partners' equity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brookfield Asset Management

 

17

 

16

 

17

 

16

 

34

 

31

 

34

 

40

 

External LP Unitholders

 

43

 

37

 

42

 

35

 

87

 

73

 

83

 

93

 

 

 

$

60

$

53

$

59

$

51

$

121

$

104

$

117

$

133

In February 2015, LP Unitholder distributions were increased to $1.66 per unit on an annualized basis, an increase of eleven cents per LP Unit, which took effect with the distribution payable in March 2015.

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Critical ESTIMATES AND CRITICAL JUDGMENTS in applying accounting policies

The interim consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with IFRS, which require the use of estimates and judgments in reporting assets, liabilities, revenues, expenses and contingencies. In the judgment of management, none of the estimates outlined in Note 2 –  Significant accounting policies in our December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements are considered critical accounting estimates as defined in NI 51-102 with the exception of the estimates related to the valuation of property, plant and equipment and the related deferred income tax liabilities. These assumptions include estimates of future electricity prices, discount rates, expected long-term average generation, inflation rates, terminal year and operating and capital costs, the amount, the timing and the income tax rates of future income tax provisions. Estimates also include determination of accruals, purchase price allocations, useful lives, asset valuations, asset impairment testing, deferred tax liabilities, decommissioning retirement obligations and those relevant to the defined benefit pension and non-pension benefit plans. Estimates are based on historical experience, current trends and various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.

In making estimates, management relies on external information and observable conditions where possible, supplemented by internal analysis, as required. These estimates have been applied in a manner consistent with that in the prior year and there are no known trends, commitments, events or uncertainties that we believe will materially affect the methodology or assumptions utilized in this report. These estimates are impacted by, among other things, future power prices, movements in interest rates, foreign exchange and other factors, some of which are highly uncertain, as described in the “Risk Factors” section of our 2014 Annual Report. The interrelated nature of these factors prevents us from quantifying the overall impact of these movements on Brookfield Renewable’s financial statements in a meaningful way. These sources of estimation uncertainty relate in varying degrees to substantially all asset and liability account balances. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

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Future changes in accounting policies

(i)      Financial Instruments

In July 2014, the IASB issued the final version of IFRS 9, Financial Instruments (“IFRS 9”) which reflects all phases of the financial instruments project and replaces IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement and all previous versions of IFRS 9. The standard introduces new requirements for classification and measurement, impairment, and hedge accounting. IFRS 9 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018, with early application permitted. Retrospective application is required, but comparative information is not compulsory. Early application of previous versions of IFRS 9 (2009, 2010 and 2013) is permitted if the date of initial application is before 1 February 2015. Management is currently evaluating the impact of IFRS 9 on the consolidated financial statements.

(ii)      Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28

The amendments to IFRS 10, Consolidated Financial Statements (“IFRS 10”) and IAS 28, Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures (2011) (“IAS 28”) address an acknowledged inconsistency between the requirements in IFRS 10 and those in IAS 28, in dealing with the sale or contribution of assets between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The main consequence of the amendments is that a full gain or loss is recognized when a transaction involves a business (whether it is housed in a subsidiary or not). A partial gain or loss is recognized when a transaction involves assets that do not constitute a business, even if the assets are housed in a subsidiary. The amendments are effective for transactions occurring in annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016 with earlier application permitted. Management is currently evaluating the impact of the amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 on the consolidated financial statements.

(iii)     Revenue recognition

IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“IFRS 15”) was issued by IASB on May 28, 2014.  IFRS 15 outlines a single comprehensive model to account for revenue arising from contracts with customers and will replace the majority of existing IFRS requirements on revenue recognition including IAS 18, Revenue,  IAS 11, Construction Contracts and related interpretations. The core principle of the standard is to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods and services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods and services. The standard has prescribed a five-step model to apply the principles. The standard also specifies how to account for the incremental costs of obtaining a contract and the costs directly related to fulfilling a contract. IFRS 15 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018. Management is currently evaluating the impact of IFRS 15 on the consolidated financial statements.

Internal Control over Financial Reporting

No changes were made in our internal control over financial reporting during the six months ended June 30, 2015, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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SUMMARY OF HISTORICAL QUARTERLY RESULTS ON A CONSOLIDATED BASIS

The following is a summary of unaudited quarterly financial information for the last eight consecutive quarters:

 

 

 

 

2015

2014

2013

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

 

Q2

 

Q1

 

Q4

 

Q3

 

Q2

 

Q1

 

Q4

 

Q3

Generation (GWh) - LTA(1)(2)

7,199

6,516

5,770

5,065

6,440

6,021

5,380

4,960

Generation (GWh) - actual(1)(2)

6,400

5,823

5,839

4,383

6,341

5,985

5,268

5,154

Revenues

$

458

$

441

$

408

$

342

$

474

$

480

$

393

$

392

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

 

339

 

338

 

273

 

223

 

360

 

360

 

272

 

260

Funds From Operations(3)

 

146

 

153

 

116

 

61

 

198

 

185

 

137

 

108

Net income (loss)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

8

 

8

 

9

 

10

 

10

 

9

 

10

 

10

 

 

Participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

10

 

14

 

(8)

 

(2)

 

21

 

40

 

(7)

 

8

 

 

General partnership interest in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

1

 

-

 

-

 

 

Participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in a holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Redeemable/Exchangeable units

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

held by Brookfield

 

8

 

14

 

14

 

(16)

 

20

 

37

 

10

 

5

 

Limited partners' equity

 

9

 

15

 

16

 

(17)

 

21

 

38

 

11

 

5

 

 

35

 

51

 

31

 

(25)

 

72

 

125

 

24

 

28

Basic and diluted earnings (loss)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

per LP Unit

 

0.07

 

0.10

 

0.11

 

(0.13)

 

0.15

 

0.29

 

0.08

 

0.04

Average LP Units outstanding (millions)

 

143.4

 

143.4

 

143.3

 

143.3

 

135.3

 

133.0

 

132.9

 

132.9

Distributions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

8

 

8

 

9

 

10

 

10

 

9

 

10

 

10

 

General partnership interest in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

 

3

 

3

 

1

 

2

 

1

 

2

 

1

 

1

 

Participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in a holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 - Redeemable/Exchangeable units

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

held by Brookfield

 

54

 

55

 

50

 

50

 

51

 

50

 

47

 

47

 

Limited partners' equity

 

60

 

61

 

56

 

56

 

53

 

51

 

48

 

49

(1)            Includes 100% of generation from equity-accounted investments.

(2)            For assets acquired or reaching commercial operation during the year, this figure is calculated from the acquisition or commercial operation date.

(3)            Non-IFRS measures. See "Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures" , “Financial Review by Segments for the Three  Months Ended June 30, 2015” and “Financial Review by Segments for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2015”.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information, including our Form 20-F filed with the SEC and securities regulators in Canada, are available on our website at www.brookfieldrenewable.com, on SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on SEDAR’s website at www.sedar.com

Subsequent eventS

In July 2015, Brookfield Renewable completed the disposal of the 102 MW wind facility in California for gross cash consideration of $136 million. The sale was completed with institutional partners, and Brookfield Renewable’s interest was approximately 22%.

In July 2015, we entered into an agreement to acquire two hydroelectric facilities in Brazil with an aggregate capacity of 51 MW. The facilities are expected to generate 293 GWh annually. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2016, subject to typical closing conditions.

We entered into an automatic purchase plan to allow for purchases of our Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 Class A Preference Shares. The automatic purchase plan commenced on July 1, 2015 and will terminate on August 6, 2015. Subsequent to June 30, 2015, 75,537 Class A Preference Shares and 22,900 LP Units were repurchased and cancelled. 

  

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FINANCIAL REVIEW BY SEGMENTS FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

The following table reflects Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, Adjusted Funds From Operations, and provides a reconciliation to net income and cash flows from operating activities for the three months ended June 30:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Corporate

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

Hydroelectric

Wind

 and Other(1)

2015

2014

Revenues

$

347

$

101

$

10

$

458

$

474

Other income

 

4

 

1

 

1

 

6

 

2

Share of cash earnings from equity-accounted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 investments 

 

9

 

  -

 

  -

 

9

 

8

Direct operating costs

 

(98)

 

(26)

 

(10)

 

(134)

 

(124)

Adjusted EBITDA(2)

 

262

 

76

 

1

 

339

 

360

Fixed earnings adjustment(3)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

11

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(63)

 

(28)

 

(23)

 

(114)

 

(102)

Management service costs

 

  -

 

  -

 

(13)

 

(13)

 

(13)

Current income taxes

 

(6)

 

1

 

  -

 

(5)

 

(6)

Less: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

  -

 

  -

 

(8)

 

(8)

 

(10)

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operating subsidiaries

 

(27)

 

(23)

 

(3)

 

(53)

 

(42)

Funds From Operations(2)

$

166

$

26

$

(46)

$

146

$

198

Less: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures(4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(15)

 

(14)

Adjusted Funds From Operations(2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

131

 

184

Add: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

14

Add: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

61

 

52

Less: fixed earnings adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  -

 

(11)

Other items:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(161)

 

(129)

 

Unrealized financial instruments loss

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  -

 

(4)

 

Share of non-cash loss from equity-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accounted investments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5)

 

(6)

Deferred income tax recovery (expense)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

(17)

Other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(12)

 

(11)

Net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

35

$

72

Adjustments for non-cash items

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

154

 

153

Dividends received from equity accounted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

investments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

 

12

Changes in due to or from related parties

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(21)

 

(34)

Net change in working capital balances

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(16)

 

(23)

Cash flows from operating activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

164

$

180

(1)       Other includes Co-gen and biomass.

(2)       Non-IFRS measures.  See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”.

(3)       The fixed earnings adjustment relates to Brookfield Renewable’s investment in the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. The transaction closed on June 30, 2014, and accordingly under IFRS, the $11 million net Funds From Operations contribution was recorded as part of the purchase price.

(4)       Based on long-term sustaining capital expenditure plans.

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FINANCIAL REVIEW BY SEGMENTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

The following table reflects Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations, Adjusted Funds From Operations, and provides a reconciliation to net income and cash flows from operating activities for the six months ended June 30:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Corporate

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

Hydroelectric

Wind

 and Other(1)

2015

2014

Revenues

$

689

$

193

$

17

$

899

$

954

Other income

 

21

 

9

 

3

 

33

 

5

Share of cash earnings from equity-accounted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

investments

 

13

 

  -

 

  -

 

13

 

15

Direct operating costs

 

(199)

 

(51)

 

(18)

 

(268)

 

(254)

Adjusted EBITDA(2)

 

524

 

151

 

2

 

677

 

720

Fixed earnings adjustment(3)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

11

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(124)

 

(52)

 

(43)

 

(219)

 

(203)

Management service costs

 

  -

 

  -

 

(27)

 

(27)

 

(24)

Current income taxes

 

(10)

 

  -

 

  -

 

(10)

 

(14)

Less: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

  -

 

  -

 

(16)

 

(16)

 

(19)

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operating subsidiaries

 

(63)

 

(40)

 

(3)

 

(106)

 

(88)

Funds From Operations(2)

$

327

$

59

$

(87)

$

299

$

383

Less: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures(4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(30)

 

(28)

Adjusted Funds From Operations(2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

269

 

355

Add: adjusted sustaining capital expenditures  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

 

28

Add: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

122

 

107

Less: fixed earnings adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  -

 

(11)

Other items:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(319)

 

(255)

 

Unrealized financial instruments loss

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(8)

 

(4)

 

Share of non-cash loss from equity-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accounted investments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(6)

 

(12)

Deferred income tax recovery (expense)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

 

(19)

Other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(14)

 

8

Net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

86

$

197

Adjustments for non-cash items

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

320

 

272

Dividends received from equity accounted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

investments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20

 

18

Changes in due to or from related parties

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7)

 

6

Net change in working capital balances

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(23)

 

(41)

Cash flows from operating activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

396

$

452

(1)       Other includes Co-gen and biomass.

(2)       Non-IFRS measures.  See “Cautionary Statement Regarding Use of Non-IFRS Measures”.

(3)       The fixed earnings adjustment relates to Brookfield Renewable’s investment in the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. The transaction closed on June 30, 2014, and accordingly under IFRS, the $11 million net Funds From Operations contribution was recorded as part of the purchase price.

(4)       Based on long-term sustaining capital expenditure plans.

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cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements

This Interim Report contains forward-looking statements and information, within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, “safe harbor” of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and in any applicable Canadian securities regulations, concerning the business and operations of Brookfield Renewable. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Forward-looking statements in this Interim Report include statements regarding the quality of Brookfield Renewable’s assets and the resiliency of the cash flow they will generate, Brookfield Renewable’s anticipated financial performance, future commissioning of assets, contracted portfolio, technology diversification, acquisition opportunities, expected completion of acquisitions, future energy prices and demand for electricity, economic recovery, achievement of long-term average generation, project development and capital expenditure costs, diversification of shareholder base,  energy policies, economic growth, growth potential of the renewable asset class, the future growth prospects and distribution profile of Brookfield Renewable and Brookfield Renewable’s access to capital. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “potentially”, “tends”, “continue”, “attempts”, “likely”, “primarily”, “approximately”, “endeavours”, “pursues”, “strives”, “seeks”, or variations of such words and phrases, or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Although we believe that our anticipated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and information in this Interim Report are based upon reasonable assumptions and expectations, we cannot assure you that such expectations will prove to have been correct. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and information as such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from anticipated future results, performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and information.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated or implied by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: the separation of economic interest from control; the incurrence of debt at multiple levels within our organizational structure; being deemed an “investment company” under the U.S. Investment Company Act of 1940; the effectiveness of our internal controls over financial reporting; changes to hydrology at our hydroelectric stations, to wind conditions at our wind energy facilities or to crop supply or weather generally at any biomass cogeneration facility; counterparties to our contracts not fulfilling their obligations, and as our contracts expire, not being able to replace them with agreements on similar terms; increases in water rental costs (or similar fees) or changes to the regulation of water supply; volatility in supply and demand in the energy market; the increasing amount of uncontracted generation in our portfolio; increased regulation of our operations; our concessions and licenses not being renewed; increases in the cost of operating our plants; our failure to comply with conditions in, or our inability to maintain, governmental permits; equipment failure; dam failures and the costs of repairing such failures; force majeure events; uninsurable losses; adverse changes in currency exchange rates; availability and access to interconnection facilities and transmission systems; health, safety, security and environmental risks; disputes, government and regulatory investigations and litigation; our operations being affected by local communities; fraud, bribery, corruption, other illegal acts, inadequate or failed internal processes or systems, or from external events; our reliance on computerized business systems; general regulatory risks relating to the power markets in which we operate; advances in technology that impair or eliminate the competitive advantage of our projects; newly developed technologies in which we invest not performing as anticipated; labour disruptions and economically unfavourable collective bargaining agreements; our inability to finance our operations due to the status of the capital markets; operating and financial restrictions imposed on us by our loan, debt and security agreements; changes in our credit ratings; changes to government regulations that provide incentives for renewable energy; our inability to identify sufficient investment opportunities and complete transactions; the growth of our portfolio and our inability to realize the expected benefits of our transactions; our inability to develop existing sites or find new sites suitable for the development of greenfield projects; delays, cost overruns and other problems associated with the construction,

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development and operation of our generating facilities; arrangements we enter into with communities and joint venture partners; Brookfield Asset Management’s election not to source acquisition opportunities for us and our lack of access to all renewable power acquisitions that Brookfield Asset Management identifies; our lack of control over our operations conducted through joint ventures, partnerships and consortium arrangements; our ability to issue equity or debt for future acquisitions and developments is dependent on capital markets; foreign laws or regulation to which we become subject as a result of future acquisitions in new markets; the departure of some or all of Brookfield Asset Management’s key professionals; risks related to changes in how Brookfield Asset Management elects to hold its ownership interests in the Partnership; the completion and expected benefits of announced transactions; and we are not subject to the same disclosure requirements as a U.S. domestic issuer.

We caution that the foregoing list of important factors that may affect future results is not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements represent our views as of the date of this Interim Report and should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any date subsequent to the date of this Interim Report. While we anticipate that subsequent events and developments may cause our views to change, we disclaim any obligation to update the forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable law. For further information on these known and unknown risks, please see “Risk Factors” included in our Form 20-F.

cautionary statement regarding use of non-ifrs measures

This Interim Report contains references to Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations and Adjusted Funds From Operations which are not generally accepted accounting measures under IFRS and therefore may differ from definitions of Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations and Adjusted Funds From Operations used by other entities. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations and Adjusted Funds From Operations are useful supplemental measures that may assist investors in assessing the financial performance and the cash anticipated to be generated by our operating portfolio. Neither Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations nor Adjusted Funds From Operations should be considered as the sole measure of our performance and should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, analysis of our financial statements prepared in accordance with IFRS.

A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA, Funds From Operations and Adjusted Funds From Operations to net income and cash flows from operating activities is presented in our Management’s Discussion and Analysis. We have also provided a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA and Funds From Operations to net income in Note 15 - Segmented information in our interim consolidated financial statements.    

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BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARTNERS L.P.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UNAUDITED

 

 

Jun 30

 

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

Notes

 

2015

 

2014

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

113

$

150

 

Restricted cash

 

 

245

 

232

 

Trade receivables and other current assets

 

 

218

 

201

 

Financial instrument assets

5

 

13

 

48

 

Due from related parties

 

 

54

 

63

 

Assets held for sale

4

 

238

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

881

 

694

Financial instrument assets

5

 

16

 

18

Equity-accounted investments

7

 

251

 

273

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value

8

 

18,521

 

18,566

Deferred income tax assets

11

 

148

 

142

Other long-term assets

 

 

165

 

156

 

 

$

19,982

$

19,849

Liabilities

 

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

9

$

282

$

253

 

Financial instrument liabilities

5

 

106

 

99

 

Due to related parties

 

 

67

 

79

 

Current portion of long-term debt

10

 

503

 

256

 

Liabilities directly associated with assets held for sale

4

 

152

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

1,110

 

687

Financial instrument liabilities

5

 

54

 

75

Long-term debt and credit facilities

10

 

7,387

 

7,422

Deferred income tax liabilities

11

 

2,581

 

2,637

Other long-term liabilities

 

 

200

 

147

 

 

 

 

 

11,332

 

10,968

Equity

 

 

 

 

 

Non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

12

 

677

 

728

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiaries

12

 

2,394

 

2,062

 

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

held by Brookfield

12

 

54

 

59

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in a holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 - Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

12

 

2,624

 

2,865

Limited partners' equity

13

 

2,901

 

3,167

 

 

 

 

 

8,650

 

8,881

 

 

 

 

$

19,982

$

19,849

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.

Approved on behalf of Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Patricia Zuccotti

Director

David Mann

Director

         

  

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BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARTNERS L.P.

 

 

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UNAUDITED

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED)

Notes

2015

2014

2015

2014

Revenues

6

$

458

$

474

$

899

$

954

Other income

 

 

6

 

2

 

33

 

5

Direct operating costs

6

 

(134)

 

(124)

 

(268)

 

(254)

Management service costs

6

 

(13)

 

(13)

 

(27)

 

(24)

Interest expense – borrowings

10

 

(114)

 

(102)

 

(219)

 

(203)

Share of earnings from equity-accounted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

investments

7

 

4

 

2

 

7

 

3

Unrealized financial instruments loss

5

 

-

 

(4)

 

(8)

 

(4)

Depreciation

8

 

(161)

 

(129)

 

(319)

 

(255)

Other

 

 

(12)

 

(11)

 

(14)

 

8

Income before income taxes

 

 

34

 

95

 

84

 

230

Income tax recovery(expense)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

11

 

(5)

 

(6)

 

(10)

 

(14)

 

Deferred

11

 

6

 

(17)

 

12

 

(19)

 

 

 

1

 

(23)

 

2

 

(33)

Net income

 

$

35

$

72

$

86

$

197

Net income attributable to:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

12

$

8

$

10

$

16

$

19

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operating subsidiaries

12

 

10

 

21

 

24

 

61

 

General partnership interest in a holding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiary held by Brookfield

12

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

1

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary - Redeemable/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

12

 

8

 

20

 

22

 

57

Limited partners' equity

13

 

9

 

21

 

24

 

59

 

 

 

 

$

35

$

72

$

86

$

197

Basic and diluted earnings per LP Unit

 

$

0.07

$

0.15

$

0.17

$

0.44

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.

 

 

 

 

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BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARTNERS L.P.

 

 

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UNAUDITED

Notes

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

2015

2014

2015

2014

Net income

 

$

35

$

72

$

86

$

197

Other comprehensive income that will not be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

reclassified to net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revaluations of property, plant and equipment

8

 

39

 

-

 

39

 

-

Total items that will not be reclassified to net income

 

 

39

 

-

 

39

 

-

Other comprehensive income (loss) that may be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

reclassified to net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Financial instruments designated as cash-flow

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hedges

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gain (loss) arising during the period

5

 

69

 

(17)

 

21

 

(53)

 

 

Reclassification adjustments for amounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 recognized in net income

5

 

(11)

 

-

 

(18)

 

8

 

Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities

 

 

(7)

 

-

 

(7)

 

-

 

Foreign currency translation

 

 

84

 

117

 

(424)

 

103

 

Deferred income taxes on above items

11

 

(10)

 

5

 

(6)

 

10

Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

net income

 

 

125

 

105

 

(434)

 

68

Other comprehensive income (loss)

 

 

164

 

105

 

(395)

 

68

Comprehensive income (loss)

 

$

199

$

177

$

(309)

$

265

Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

12

$

18

$

36

$

(35)

$

15

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operating subsidiaries

12

 

50

 

27

 

3

 

67

 

General partnership interest in a holding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiary held by Brookfield

12

 

1

 

1

 

(3)

 

2

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary -Redeemable/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

12

 

61

 

55

 

(130)

 

89

Limited partners' equity

13

 

69

 

58

 

(144)

 

92

 

 

 

 

 

$

199

$

177

$

(309)

$

265

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements. 

 

 

 

 

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BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARTNERS L.P.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accumulated other comprehensive income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General

non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

partnership

interests - in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actuarial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating

interest in

holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 losses on

 

Available -

Total

 

 

non-controlling

a holding

- Redeemable

 

 

UNAUDITED

Limited

Foreign

 

 

defined

 

for-sale

limited

 

 

interests - in

subsidiary

/Exchangeable

 

 

THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30

partners'

currency

Revaluation

benefit

Cash flow

invest-

partners'

Preferred

operating

held by

units held by

Total

(MILLIONS)

equity

translation

surplus

plans

hedges

ments

equity

equity

subsidiaries

Brookfield

Brookfield

equity

Balance, as at March 31, 2014

$

(348)

$

(78)

$

3,158

$

(7)

$

(16)

$

  -

$

2,709

$

766

$

1,571

$

54

$

2,641

$

7,741

Net income

 

21

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

21

 

10

 

21

 

  -

 

20

 

72

Other comprehensive (loss) income

 

  -

 

41

 

  -

 

  -

 

(4)

 

  -

 

37

 

26

 

6

 

1

 

35

 

105

LP Units issued

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net proceeds

 

285

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

285

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

285

 

Adjustments

 

(38)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(38)

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

37

 

  -

Capital contributions

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

449

 

  -

 

  -

 

449

Distributions or dividends declared

 

(53)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(53)

 

(10)

 

(35)

 

(1)

 

(51)

 

(150)

Distribution reinvestment plan

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

Other

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

(1)

 

  -

 

(1)

 

(1)

Change in period

 

217

 

41

 

  -

 

  -

 

(4)

 

  -

 

254

 

27

 

440

 

1

 

40

 

762

Balance, as at June 30, 2014

$

(131)

$

(37)

$

3,158

$

(7)

$

(20)

$

  -

$

2,963

$

793

$

2,011

$

55

$

2,681

$

8,503

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balance, as at March 31, 2015

$

(286)

$

(458)

$

3,685

$

(9)

$

(38)

$

  -

$

2,894

$

667

$

2,323

$

54

$

2,617

$

8,555

Net income

 

9

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

9

 

8

 

10

 

  -

 

8

 

35

Other comprehensive income

 

  -

 

34

 

16

 

  -

 

13

 

(3)

 

60

 

10

 

40

 

1

 

53

 

164

LP Units purchased for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cancellation (Note 13)

 

(1)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(1)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(1)

Capital contributions (Note 12)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

93

 

  -

 

  -

 

93

Distributions or dividends declared

 

(60)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(60)

 

(8)

 

(62)

 

(3)

 

(54)

 

(187)

Distribution reinvestment plan

 

1

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

Other (Note 3)

 

(2)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(2)

 

  -

 

(10)

 

2

 

  -

 

(10)

Change in period

 

(53)

 

34

 

16

 

  -

 

13

 

(3)

 

7

 

10

 

71

 

  -

 

7

 

95

Balance, as at June 30, 2015

$

(339)

$

(424)

$

3,701

$

(9)

$

(25)

$

(3)

$

2,901

$

677

$

2,394

$

54

$

2,624

$

8,650

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.

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BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARTNERS L.P.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accumulated other comprehensive income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General

non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

partnership

interests - in a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actuarial

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating

interest in

holding subsidiary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

losses on

 

Available-

Total

 

 

non-controlling

a holding

- Redeemable

 

 

UNAUDITED

Limited

Foreign

 

 

defined

 

for-sale

limited

 

 

interests - in

subsidiary

/Exchangeable

 

 

SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30

partners'

currency

Revaluation

benefit

Cash flow

invest-

partners'

Preferred

operating

held by

units held by

Total

(MILLIONS)

equity

translation

surplus

plans

hedges

ments

equity

equity

subsidiaries

Brookfield

Brookfield

equity

Balance, as at December 31, 2013

$

(337)

$

(83)

$

3,160

$

(7)

$

(7)

$

  -

$

2,726

$

796

$

1,303

$

54

$

2,657

$

7,536

Net income

 

59

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

59

 

19

 

61

 

1

 

57

 

197

Other comprehensive (loss) income

 

  -

 

46

 

  -

 

  -

 

(13)

 

  -

 

33

 

(4)

 

6

 

1

 

32

 

68

LP Units issued

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net proceeds

 

285

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

285

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

285

 

Adjustments

 

(38)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(38)

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

37

 

  -

Capital contributions

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

694

 

  -

 

  -

 

694

Distributions or dividends declared

 

(104)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(104)

 

(19)

 

(52)

 

(3)

 

(101)

 

(279)

Distribution reinvestment plan

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

Other

 

2

 

  -

 

(2)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

(1)

 

1

 

(1)

 

  -

Change in period

 

206

 

46

 

(2)

 

  -

 

(13)

 

  -

 

237

 

(3)

 

708

 

1

 

24

 

967

Balance, as at June 30, 2014

$

(131)

$

(37)

$

3,158

$

(7)

$

(20)

$

  -

$

2,963

$

793

$

2,011

$

55

$

2,681

$

8,503

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balance, as at December 31, 2014

$

(241)

$

(241)

$

3,685

$

(9)

$

(27)

$

  -

$

3,167

$

728

$

2,062

$

59

$

2,865

$

8,881

Net income

 

24

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

24

 

16

 

24

 

  -

 

22

 

86

Other comprehensive loss

 

  -

 

(183)

 

16

 

  -

 

2

 

(3)

 

(168)

 

(51)

 

(21)

 

(3)

 

(152)

 

(395)

LP Units purchased for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cancellation (Note 13)

 

(1)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(1)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(1)

Capital contributions (Note 12)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

423

 

  -

 

  -

 

423

Distributions or dividends declared

 

(121)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(121)

 

(16)

 

(97)

 

(6)

 

(109)

 

(349)

Distribution reinvestment plan

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

2

Other (Note 3)

 

(2)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(2)

 

  -

 

3

 

4

 

(2)

 

3

Change in period

 

(98)

 

(183)

 

16

 

  -

 

2

 

(3)

 

(266)

 

(51)

 

332

 

(5)

 

(241)

 

(231)

Balance, as at June 30, 2015

$

(339)

$

(424)

$

3,701

$

(9)

$

(25)

$

(3)

$

2,901

$

677

$

2,394

$

54

$

2,624

$

8,650

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Three months ended

Six months ended

UNAUDITED

 

Jun 30

Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Operating activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net income

 

$

35

$

72

$

86

$

197

Adjustments for the following non-cash items:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation

8

 

161

 

129

 

319

 

255

 

Unrealized financial instrument loss

5

 

-

 

4

 

8

 

4

 

Share of earnings from equity accounted investments

7

 

(4)

 

(2)

 

(7)

 

(3)

 

Deferred income tax (recovery) expense

11

 

(6)

 

17

 

(12)

 

19

 

Other non-cash items

 

 

3

 

5

 

12

 

(3)

Dividends received from equity-accounted investments

7

 

12

 

12

 

20

 

18

Changes in due to or from related parties

 

 

(21)

 

(34)

 

(7)

 

6

Net change in working capital balances

 

 

(16)

 

(23)

 

(23)

 

(41)

 

 

 

 

 

164

 

180

 

396

 

452

Financing activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long-term debt - borrowings

10

 

269

 

125

 

790

 

706

Long-term debt - repayments

10

 

(238)

 

(238)

 

(555)

 

(534)

Capital contributions from participating non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests - in operating subsidiaries

12

 

93

 

449

 

423

 

694

Issuance of LP Units

 

 

-

 

285

 

-

 

285

Distributions paid:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To participating non-controlling interests - in operating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiaries

12

 

(62)

 

(35)

 

(97)

 

(52)

 

To preferred shareholders

 

 

(8)

 

(10)

 

(17)

 

(19)

     

To unitholders of Brookfield Renewable or BRELP

13

 

(116)

 

(103)

 

(231)

 

(267)

 

 

 

 

 

(62)

 

473

 

313

 

813

Investing activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acquisitions

3

 

(132)

 

(688)

 

(660)

 

(1,228)

Investment in:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sustaining capital expenditures

8

 

(13)

 

(16)

 

(28)

 

(27)

 

Development and construction of renewable power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

generating assets

8

 

(57)

 

(6)

 

(78)

 

(17)

Investment tax credits related to renewable power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

generating assets

8

 

-

 

12

 

-

 

12

Investment in securities

 

 

-

 

-

 

(16)

 

-

Restricted cash and other

 

 

14

 

40

 

42

 

14

 

 

 

 

 

(188)

 

(658)

 

(740)

 

(1,246)

Foreign exchange gain (loss) on cash

 

 

3

 

3

 

(6)

 

3

Cash and cash equivalents

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Decrease) increase

 

 

(83)

 

(2)

 

(37)

 

22

 

Balance, beginning of period

 

 

196

 

227

 

150

 

203

 

Balance, end of period

 

$

113

$

225

$

113

$

225

Supplemental cash flow information:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest paid

 

$

148

$

146

$

207

$

197

 

Interest received

 

 

4

 

2

 

8

 

5

 

Income taxes paid

 

 

9

 

8

 

19

 

22

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.

 

 

 

 

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brookfield renewable energy partners l.p.

notes to the consolidated financial statements

1.  organization and description of the business

The business activities of Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (“Brookfield Renewable”) consist of owning a portfolio of renewable power generating facilities in North America, Latin America and Europe.

Brookfield Renewable is a publicly traded limited partnership established under the laws of Bermuda pursuant to an amended and restated limited partnership agreement dated November 20, 2011.

The registered office of Brookfield Renewable is 73 Front Street, Fifth Floor, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda.

The immediate parent of Brookfield Renewable is its general partner, Brookfield Renewable Partners Limited (“BRPL”). The ultimate parent of Brookfield Renewable is Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (“Brookfield Asset Management”). Brookfield Asset Management and its subsidiaries, other than Brookfield Renewable, are also individually and collectively referred to as “Brookfield” in these financial statements.

Brookfield Renewable’s non-voting limited partnership units (“LP Units”) are traded under the symbol “BEP” on the New York Stock Exchange and under the symbol “BEP.UN” on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Unless the context indicates or requires otherwise, the term “Brookfield Renewable” means Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. and its controlled entities.

2.  BASIS OF PREPARATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

(a) Statement of compliance

The interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting on a basis consistent with the accounting policies disclosed in the audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014.

Certain information and footnote disclosure normally included in the annual audited consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) have been omitted or condensed.  These interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with Brookfield Renewable’s December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements.

The interim consolidated financial statements are unaudited and reflect any adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) that are, in the opinion of management, necessary to a fair statement of results for the interim periods in accordance with IFRS.

The results reported in these interim consolidated financial statements should not be regarded as necessarily indicative of results that may be expected for an entire year. Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.

These interim consolidated financial statements have been authorized for issuance by the Board of Directors of its general partner, BRPL, on August 6, 2015.  

All figures are presented in millions of United States (“U.S.”) dollars unless otherwise noted.

(b) Basis of preparation

The interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the basis of historical cost, except for the revaluation of property, plant and equipment and certain assets and liabilities which have been

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measured at fair value.  Cost is recorded based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for assets.

Consolidation

These interim consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Brookfield Renewable and its subsidiaries, which are the entities over which Brookfield Renewable has control. An investor controls an investee when it is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the investee and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the investee. Non-controlling interests in the equity of Brookfield Renewable’s subsidiaries are shown separately in equity in the consolidated balance sheets.

(c) Future changes in accounting policies

(i)      Financial Instruments

In July 2014, the IASB issued the final version of IFRS 9, Financial Instruments (“IFRS 9”) which reflects all phases of the financial instruments project and replaces IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement and all previous versions of IFRS 9. The standard introduces new requirements for classification and measurement, impairment, and hedge accounting. IFRS 9 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018, with early application permitted. Retrospective application is required, but comparative information is not compulsory. Early application of previous versions of IFRS 9 (2009, 2010 and 2013) is permitted if the date of initial application is before 1 February 2015. Management is currently evaluating the impact of IFRS 9 on the consolidated financial statements.

(ii)      Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28

The amendments to IFRS 10, Consolidated Financial Statements (“IFRS 10”) and IAS 28, Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures (2011) (“IAS 28”) address an acknowledged inconsistency between the requirements in IFRS 10 and those in IAS 28, in dealing with the sale or contribution of assets between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The main consequence of the amendments is that a full gain or loss is recognized when a transaction involves a business (whether it is housed in a subsidiary or not). A partial gain or loss is recognized when a transaction involves assets that do not constitute a business, even if the assets are housed in a subsidiary. The amendments are effective for transactions occurring in annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016 with earlier application permitted. Management is currently evaluating the impact of the amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 on the consolidated financial statements.

(iii)     Revenue recognition

IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“IFRS 15”) was issued by IASB on May 28, 2014.  IFRS 15 outlines a single comprehensive model to account for revenue arising from contracts with customers and will replace the majority of existing IFRS requirements on revenue recognition including IAS 18, Revenue,  IAS 11, Construction Contracts and related interpretations. The core principle of the standard is to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods and services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods and services. The standard has prescribed a five-step model to apply the principles. The standard also specifies how to account for the incremental costs of obtaining a contract and the costs directly related to fulfilling a contract. IFRS 15 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018. Management is currently evaluating the impact of IFRS 15 on the consolidated financial statements.

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3.  BUSINESS COMBINATIONS

The following investments were accounted for using the acquisition method, and the results of operations have been included in the interim consolidated financial statements since the respective dates of acquisition.

Portugal Wind Portfolio

In February 2015, Brookfield Renewable acquired two wind facilities in Portugal (“Portugal Wind”) with an aggregate capacity of 123 MW, and expected to generate 260 GWh annually.

The acquisition was completed with institutional partners, and Brookfield Renewable retains an approximate 40% controlling interest. Total consideration of €65 million ($71 million) included cash paid on closing of €58 million ($63 million), post-closing adjustments, and deferred consideration.

Brazil Portfolio

In November 2014, Brookfield Renewable entered into an agreement to acquire a 488 MW portfolio in Brazil comprising of hydroelectric, wind and biomass generating capacity (“Brazil Portfolio”).  The acquisitions were completed with institutional partners, and Brookfield Renewable retains an approximate 40% controlling interest, as follows:

·          In March 2015, Brookfield Renewable completed the acquisition of a 313 MW operating renewable power generation portfolio - 43 MW of hydroelectric, 150 MW of wind and 120 MW of biomass - and a 55 MW biomass development project.  The acquisition included R$41 ($13 million) of non-controlling interests.  Total consideration of R$1,678 million ($525 million) included cash paid of R$1,546 million ($484 million) and deferred consideration. In June 2015, the remaining non-controlling interests were acquired for R$41 million ($13 million).

·          In May 2015, Brookfield Renewable completed the acquisition of a 120 MW operating hydroelectric facility. The acquisition included R$9 million ($3 million) of non-controlling interests.  Total consideration of R$189 million ($63 million) included cash paid of R$171 million ($57 million) and deferred consideration of R$18 million ($6 million).

The total acquisition costs of $2 million were expensed as incurred.

Scotland Wind Pipeline

In June 2015, Brookfield Renewable acquired an onshore wind development pipeline in Scotland totaling approximately 1,200 MW, including a mix of contracted, permitted and earlier stage development projects. Total consideration of £55 million ($85 million) included upfront cash paid of £40 million ($62 million), contingent consideration, and working capital adjustments. The acquisition costs of $1 million were expensed as incurred. There is a maximum potential contingent consideration of £63 million ($97 million) undiscounted relating to the build-out of the development pipeline.

Voting Agreements

In March 2015, Brookfield Renewable entered into voting agreements with certain Brookfield subsidiaries (and their managing members) related to Brookfield Infrastructure Fund II (the “BIF II Entities”) which are co-investors along with a subsidiary of Brookfield Renewable in Brazilian entities (the “FIPs”) which hold the Brazil Portfolio power generating operations. Pursuant to these voting agreements, the BIF II Entities agreed to provide Brookfield Renewable, among other things, the authority to direct the election of the manager of the jointly-owned FIPs.  

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Purchase price allocations, at fair values, with respect to the acquisitions are as follows:

(MILLIONS)

Brazil

Portugal

Scotland

Total

Cash and cash equivalents

$

19

$

-

$

-

$

 19  

Restricted cash

 

16

 

5

 

-

 

 21  

Trade receivables and other current assets

 

16

 

3

 

1

 

 20  

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value

 

854

 

209

 

97

 

 1,160  

Current liabilities

 

(21)

 

(19)

 

(1)

 

 (41) 

Long-term debt

 

(280)

 

(111)

 

-

 

 (391) 

Other long-term liabilities

 

-

 

(16)

 

(12)

 

 (28) 

Non-controlling interests

 

(16)

 

-

 

-

 

 (16) 

Net assets acquired

$

588

$

71

$

85

$

 744  

During the six months ended June 30, 2015, the purchase price allocations for the acquisitions completed during the six months ended June 30, 2014 were finalized. No material changes to the provisional purchase price allocations disclosed in the December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements in respect of the acquisitions had to be considered.

The estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the current year are expected to be finalized within 12 months of the acquisition date.

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4.  assets CLASSIFIED AS held for sale

In May 2015 Brookfield Renewable entered into an agreement to sell a 102 MW wind facility in California, in which Brookfield Renewable holds 22% economic interest and 100% voting interest. The consideration is subject to post-closing adjustments and transaction costs. The transaction closed in July 2015. The proportionate amount of consideration attributable to the non-controlling interests upon the closing of the transaction approximates their economic interest in the wind facility.

The carrying amounts of the asset and directly associated liabilities classified as held for sale of $238 million and $152 million, respectively, at June 30, 2015 have been presented separately in the consolidated balance sheets. 

Non-current assets classified as held for sale are not depreciated. Had the assets been depreciated, additional depreciation amount for the two-month period would have been approximately $2 million.

Brookfield Renewable continues to consolidate and recognize, in the consolidated statements of income, consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss), and the consolidated statements of cash flows, the revenues, expenses and cash flows associated with the asset. The operations of the facility did not have a material impact for the three and six months ended June 30, 2015.

The major items of assets and liabilities reclassified as held for sale are as follows:

(MILLIONS)

Jun 30, 2015

Assets

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalent

$

 1  

 

Trade receivables and other current assets

 

 7  

 

Property, plant and equipment, at fair value

 

 230  

Assets held for sale

$

 238  

Liabilities

 

 

 

Current liabilities

$

 11  

 

Long-term debt

 

 130  

 

Other liabilities

 

 11  

Liabilities directly associated with assets held for sale

$

 152  

  

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5.  risk management and financial instruments

Risk management

Brookfield Renewable’s activities expose it to a variety of financial risks, including market risk (i.e., commodity price risk, interest rate risk, and foreign currency risk), credit risk and liquidity risk.  Brookfield Renewable uses financial instruments primarily to manage these risks.

There have been no material changes in exposure to these risks since the December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements.

Fair value disclosures

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.

Fair values determined using valuation models require the use of assumptions concerning the amount and timing of estimated future cash flows and discount rates. In determining those assumptions, management looks primarily to external readily observable market inputs such as interest rate yield curves, currency rates, and price, as applicable.  The fair value of interest rate swap contracts, which form part of financing arrangements, is calculated by way of discounted cash flows, using market interest rates and applicable credit spreads.

A fair value measurement of a non-financial asset is the consideration that would be received in an orderly transaction between market participants, considering the highest and best use of the asset.

Assets and liabilities  measured at fair value are categorized into one of three hierarchy levels, described below.  Each level is based on the transparency of the inputs used to measure the fair values of assets and liabilities.

Level 1 –  inputs are based on unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities;

Level 2 – inputs, other than quoted prices in Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

Level 3 – inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data.

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The following table presents Brookfield Renewable’s assets and liabilities measured and disclosed at fair value classified by the fair value hierarchy:

 

 

 

Jun 30, 2015

 

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

2015

2014

Assets measured at fair value:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

$

113

$

-

$

-

$

113

$

150

Restricted cash(1)

 

335

 

-

 

-

 

335

 

313

Financial instrument assets(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Energy derivative contracts

 

-

 

21

 

-

 

21

 

31

 

Interest rate swaps

 

-

 

1

 

-

 

1

 

-

 

Foreign exchange swaps

 

-

 

7

 

-

 

7

 

35

Available-for-sale investments(2)

 

35

 

-

 

-

 

35

 

31

Property, plant and equipment

 

-

 

-

 

18,521

 

18,521

 

18,566

Assets classified as held for sale

 

8

 

-

 

230

 

238

 

-

Liabilities measured at fair value:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Financial instrument liabilities(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest rate swaps

 

-

 

(149)

 

-

 

(149)

 

(170)

 

Foreign exchange swaps

 

-

 

(11)

 

-

 

(11)

 

(4)

Liabilities for which fair value is disclosed:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long-term debt and credit facilities

 

-

 

(8,563)

 

-

 

(8,563)

 

(8,434)

 

Debt directly associated with asset

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

classified as held for sale

 

-

 

(148)

 

-

 

(148)

 

-

Total

$

491

$

(8,842)

$

18,751

$

10,400

$

10,518

(1)       Includes both the current and long-term amounts.

(2)       Available-for-sale investments represent investment in securities.

 

There were no transfers between levels during the six months ended June 30, 2015.

Financial instruments disclosures

The aggregate amount of Brookfield Renewable’s net financial instrument positions are as follows:

 

 

Jun 30, 2015

Dec 31, 2014

 

 

 

 

 

Net (Assets)

Net (Assets)

(MILLIONS)

Assets

Liabilities

Liabilities

Liabilities

Energy derivative contracts

$

21

$

-

$

(21)

$

(31)

Interest rate swaps

 

1

 

149

 

148

 

170

Foreign exchange swaps

 

7

 

11

 

4

 

(31)

Total

 

29

 

160

 

131

 

108

Less: current portion

 

13

 

106

 

93

 

51

Long-term portion

$

16

$

54

$

38

$

57

(a)   Energy derivative contracts

Brookfield Renewable has entered into long-term energy derivative contracts primarily to stabilize or eliminate the price risk on the sale of certain future power generation. Certain energy contracts are recorded in Brookfield Renewable’s interim consolidated financial statements at an amount equal to fair

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value, using quoted market prices or, in their absence, a valuation model using both internal and third-party evidence and forecasts.

(b)   Interest rate swaps

Brookfield Renewable has entered into interest rate swap contracts primarily to minimize exposure to interest rate fluctuations on its variable rate debt or to lock in interest rates on future debt refinancing.  All interest rate swap contracts are recorded in the interim consolidated financial statements at an amount equal to fair value.

(c)   Foreign exchange swaps

Brookfield Renewable has entered into foreign exchange swaps to minimize its exposure to currency fluctuations impacting its investments in foreign operations, and to fix the exchange rate on certain anticipated transactions denominated in foreign currencies.

The following table reflects the unrealized gains (losses) included in the interim consolidated statements of income:

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Energy derivative contracts

$

  -

$

  -

$

2

$

  -

Interest rate swaps

 

2

 

1

 

2

 

1

Foreign exchange swaps

 

(2)

 

(5)

 

(12)

 

(5)

 

$

  -

$

(4)

$

(8)

$

(4)

The following table reflects the unrealized gains (losses) included in the interim consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income:

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Energy derivative contracts

$

10

$

4

$

4

$

(1)

Interest rate swaps

 

59

 

(23)

 

13

 

(54)

Foreign exchange swaps

 

  -

 

2

 

4

 

2

 

$

69

$

(17)

$

21

$

(53)

The following table reflects the reclassification adjustments recognized in net income in the interim consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income:

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Energy derivative contracts

$

(10)

$

(1)

$

(17)

$

6

Interest rate swaps

 

(1)

 

1

 

(1)

 

2

 

$

(11)

$

-

$

(18)

$

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                   

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6.  related party transactions

Brookfield Renewable’s related party transactions are recorded at the exchange amount.  Brookfield Renewable’s related party transactions are primarily with Brookfield Asset Management and its subsidiaries.

The following table reflects the related party agreements and transactions on the interim consolidated statements of income:

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Revenues

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power purchase and revenue agreements

$

146

$

146

$

255

$

181

 

Wind levelization agreement

 

2

 

2

 

4

 

3

 

 

$

148

$

148

$

259

$

184

Direct operating costs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Energy purchases

$

(2)

$

(1)

$

(4)

$

(7)

 

Energy marketing fee

 

(6)

 

(5)

 

(11)

 

(10)

 

Insurance services

 

(6)

 

(7)

 

(13)

 

(14)

 

 

$

(14)

$

(13)

$

(28)

$

(31)

Management service costs

$

(13)

$

(13)

$

(27)

$

(24)

7. EQUITY-ACCOUNTED INVESTMENTS

The following table outlines the changes in Brookfield Renewable’s equity-accounted investments:

 

 

Three months ended

Six months ended

Year ended

(MILLIONS)

 

Jun 30, 2015

Jun 30, 2015

Dec 31, 2014

Balance, beginning of period/year

 

$

256

$

273

$

290

California hydroelectric step acquisition

 

-

 

-

 

(39)

Revaluation recognized through OCI

 

-

 

-

 

56

Share of OCI

 

-

 

-

 

1

Share of net income

 

4

 

7

 

3

Dividends declared

 

(12)

 

(20)

 

(27)

Foreign exchange gain (loss)

 

3

 

(9)

 

(11)

Balance, end of period/year

$

251

$

251

$

273

The following table summarizes certain financial information of equity-accounted investments:

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Revenue

$

27

$

24

$

49

$

65

Net income

 

7

 

5

 

13

 

6

Share of net income (loss)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash earnings

 

9

 

8

 

13

 

15

 

Non-cash loss

 

(5)

 

(6)

 

(6)

 

(12)

 

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8.   PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, AT FAIR VALUE   

The following table presents a reconciliation of property, plant and equipment at fair value:

(MILLIONS)

 

Hydroelectric(1)

Wind

Other(2)

Total(3)

As at December 31, 2014

 

$

15,210

$

3,315

$

41

$

18,566

Foreign exchange

 

(666)

 

(139)

 

5

 

(800)

Additions(4)

 

69

 

19

 

24

 

112

Acquisitions through business combinations

 

 307  

 

624

 

229

 

 1,160  

Asset held for sale

 

 -    

 

(230)

 

-

 

 (230) 

Transfers and other

 

(2)

 

(5)

 

-

 

(7)

Change in fair value recognized through OCI(5)

 

 39  

 

 -    

 

 -    

 

 39  

Depreciation

 

(208)

 

(108)

 

(3)

 

(319)

As at June 30, 2015

$

14,749

$

3,476

$

296

$

18,521

(1)       Includes intangible assets, the value of which is not material.

(2)       Includes co-generation (“Co-gen”) and biomass.

(3)       Includes construction work in process (“CWIP”) of $446 million.

(4)       Includes $13 million of development assets acquired during the six months ended June 30, 2015.

(5)       During the three months ended June 30, 2015 sufficient information regarding two hydroelectric development projects in Brazil became available to allow Brookfield Renewable to determine fair value using the discounted cash flow method. Accordingly, CWIP associated with these two projects was revalued.

  

9.  accounts payable and accrued liabilities

Brookfield Renewable’s accounts payable and accrued liabilities are as follows:  

 

 

Jun 30

 

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

Operating accrued liabilities

$

145

$

131

Interest payable on corporate and subsidiary borrowings

 

45

 

44

Accounts payable

 

37

 

29

LP Unitholders’ distribution and preferred dividends payable(1)

 

19

 

19

Other

 

36

 

30

 

$

282

$

253

(1)       Includes amounts payable only to external LP Unitholders. Amounts payable to Brookfield are included in due to related parties.

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10LONG-TERM DEBT AND CREDIT FACILITIES

The composition of debt obligations is presented in the following table:

 

 

 

Jun 30, 2015

Dec 31, 2014

 

 

 

Weighted-average

 

 

Weighted-average

 

 

 

 

 

Interest

Term

 

 

Interest

Term

 

 

(MILLIONS EXCEPT AS NOTED)

rate (%)

(years)

 

rate (%)

(years)

 

Corporate borrowings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Series 3 (CDN$200)

5.3

3.4

$

160

5.3

3.8

$

172

 

Series 4 (CDN$150)

5.8

21.4

 

120

5.8

21.9

 

129

 

Series 6 (CDN$300)

6.1

1.4

 

240

6.1

1.9

 

258

 

Series 7 (CDN$450)

5.1

5.3

 

361

5.1

5.8

 

388

 

Series 8 (CDN$400)

4.8

6.6

 

320

4.8

7.1

 

344

 

Series 9 (CDN$400)

3.8

9.9

 

320

-

-

 

-

 

 

 

5.0

7.0

$

1,521

5.3

6.7

$

1,291

Subsidiary borrowings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

5.2

7.4

$

3,291

5.3

8.3

$

3,468

 

 

Canada

5.6

13.5

 

1,644

5.7

13.8

 

1,798

 

 

 

5.3

9.5

 

4,935

5.4

10.2

 

5,266

 

Latin America

9.6

10.6

 

429

7.3

10.4

 

189

 

Europe

3.9

11.5

 

637

3.5

12.5

 

594

 

 

 

5.5

9.8

$

6,001

5.3

10.4

 

6,049

Credit facilities

1.4

5.0

$

431

1.4

4.5

 

401

Total debt

 

 

$

7,953

 

 

$

7,741

Add: Unamortized premiums(1)

 

 

 

6

 

 

 

8

Less: Unamortized financing fees(1)

 

 

 

(69)

 

 

 

(71)

Less: Current portion

 

 

 

(503)

 

 

 

(256)

 

 

 

 

 

$

7,387

 

 

$

7,422

(1)            Unamortized premiums and unamortized financing fees are amortized to interest expense over the terms of the borrowing.

Corporate borrowings

Corporate borrowings are obligations of a finance subsidiary of Brookfield Renewable, Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners ULC (“BREP Finance”) (Note 14  - Subsidiary public issuers). BREP Finance may redeem some or all of the borrowings from time to time, pursuant to the terms of the indenture. The balance is payable upon maturity, and interest on corporate borrowings is paid semi-annually. The term notes payable by BREP Finance are unconditionally guaranteed by Brookfield Renewable, Brookfield Renewable Energy L.P. (“BRELP”) and certain other subsidiaries.

In March 2015, Brookfield Renewable issued C$400 million ($317 million) of medium-term corporate notes, maturing in June 2025 at a fixed rate of 3.75%.

Subsidiary borrowings

Subsidiary borrowings are generally asset-specific, long-term, non-recourse borrowings denominated in the domestic currency of the subsidiary. Subsidiary borrowings in North America and Europe consist of both fixed and floating interest rate debt.  Brookfield Renewable uses interest rate swap agreements to

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minimize its exposure to floating interest rates.  Subsidiary borrowings in Brazil consist of floating interest rates of Taxa de Juros de Longo Prazo, the Brazil National Bank for Economic Development’s long-term interest rate, or Interbank Deposit Certificate rate (“CDI”), plus a margin.

In February 2015, Brookfield Renewable secured an 18-month extension on $75 million of debt associated with a portfolio of hydroelectric and wind facilities in the United States held through the Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund. The debt bears interest at LIBOR plus 2.75%, and matures in August 2016.

In February 2015, Brookfield Renewable refinanced indebtedness associated with a 45 MW hydroelectric facility in British Columbia by issuing C$90 million ($76 million) of bonds with an interest rate of 2.95%, maturing in May 2023. Brookfield Renewable owns a 50%, equity-accounted interest in this facility.

In February 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 123 MW wind portfolio in Portugal, Brookfield Renewable assumed loans with principal balances totaling €99 million ($109 million). The loans bear interest at an initial weighted-average fixed rate of 6.28%, including the related interest rate swaps, and have a weighted-average remaining term of 9.5 years.

In March 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 313 MW operating renewable power generation portfolio in Brazil comprising of 43 MW of hydroelectric, 150 MW of wind, and 120 MW of biomass generating capacity and a 55 MW biomass development project, Brookfield Renewable assumed R$631 million ($197 million) of debt with a combination of variable and fixed interest rates, and a weighted-average remaining term of 12.7 years.

In May 2015, as part of the acquisition of a 120 MW hydroelectric facility in Brazil, Brookfield Renewable assumed R$254 million ($83 million) of debt with variable interest rates of CDI plus 0.5% and 2.0%, and a weighted-average remaining term of 7.6 years.

Effective June 30, 2015, the margin on C$194 million ($155 million) of debt associated with a 189 MW wind facility in Ontario was reduced from 2.25% to 1.625%.

Credit facilities

In May 2015, Brookfield Renewable extended the maturity of its corporate credit facilities by one year to June 2020 and also expanded the available amount to $1,310 million from $1,280 million. The applicable margin is 1.20% and the credit facilities are used for general working capital purposes. The credit facilities are available by way of advances in Canadian dollars, U.S. dollars, Euro (€) or British Pound Sterling (£) in the form of (i) Canadian prime rate loans (ii) U.S. base rate loans (iii) bankers’ acceptance (“BA”) rate loans (iv) LIBOR loans (v) EURIBOR loans and (vi) letters of credit. Refer to Note 16 – Commitments, contingencies and guarantees for further details regarding letters of credit. The credit facilities bear interest at the applicable BA rate, LIBOR or EURIBOR plus an applicable margin. The applicable margin is tiered on the basis of Brookfield Renewable’s unsecured long-term debt rating. Standby fees are charged on the undrawn balance.

Brookfield Asset Management has provided a $200 million committed unsecured revolving credit facility maturing in December 2015, at LIBOR plus 2%.

Brookfield Renewable and its subsidiaries issue letters of credit from some of its credit facilities for general corporate purposes which include, but are not limited to, security deposits, performance bonds and guarantees for debt service reserve accounts.

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The following table summarizes the available portion of credit facilities:

 

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

Authorized credit facilities

$

1,510

$

1,480

Draws on credit facilities(1)

 

(385)

 

(401)

Issued letters of credit

 

(213)

 

(227)

Available portion of credit facilities

$

912

$

852

(1)            Amounts are unsecured and revolving. Interest rate is at the LIBOR plus 1.20% (December 31, 2014: 1.20%).

During the six months ended June 30, 2015, Brookfield Renewable borrowed $246 million from, and repaid $200 million to, a subscription credit facility made available by a private fund sponsored by Brookfield. This subscription credit facility is only available to Brookfield Renewable on a limited basis. The facility has an interest rate of LIBOR plus 1.55% and is secured by capital contributed to the private fund.  

11.  Income taxes

Brookfield Renewable’s effective income tax rate was negative 2.4% for the six months ended June 30, 2015 (2014: 14.3%). The effective tax rate is less than the statutory rate primarily due to rate differentials and non-controlling interests’ income not subject to tax.  

12. Non-controlling interests

Brookfield Renewable’s non-controlling interests are comprised of the following:

 

 

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

Preferred equity

$

677

$

728

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating subsidiaries

 

2,394

 

2,062

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary held by Brookfield

 

54

 

59

Participating non-controlling interests - in a holding subsidiary -

 

 

 

 

  

 Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

 

2,624

 

2,865

Total

$

5,749

$

5,714

Preferred equity

Brookfield Renewable’s preferred equity consists of Class A Preference Shares as follows:

 

 

 

Earliest

Dividends declared

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cumulative

permitted

for the six months

 

 

 

 

 

Shares

dividend

redemption

ended June 30

Jun 30

Dec 31

(MILLIONS)

outstanding

rate(1)

date

2015

2014

2015

2014

Series 1 (CDN$137)

5.5

3.36%

Apr 30, 2020

$

3

$

6

$

109

$

214

Series 2 (CDN$113)

4.5

3.15%

Apr 30, 2020

 

1

 

-

 

90

 

-

Series 3 (CDN$250)

10.0

4.40%

Jul 31, 2019

 

4

 

5

 

200

 

214

Series 5 (CDN$175)

7.0

5.00%

Apr 30, 2018

 

4

 

4

 

139

 

150

Series 6 (CDN$175)

7.0

5.00%

Jul 31, 2018

 

4

 

4

 

139

 

150

 

34

 

 

$

16

$

19

$

677

$

728

(1)       Series 2 dividend rate represents annualized distribution based on the most recent quarterly floating rate.

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The Class A Preference Shares do not have a fixed maturity date and are not redeemable at the option of the holders. As at June 30, 2015, none of the issued Class A Preference Shares have ever been redeemed by Brookfield Renewable Power Preferred Equity Inc. (“BRP Equity”).

On April 1, 2015, the fixed dividend rate on the Series 1 Preference Shares for the five years commencing May 1, 2015 and ending April 30, 2020 was reset and, if declared, will be paid at an annual rate of 3.355% (C$0.2096875 per share per quarter). The holders of 4,518,289 Series 1 Preference Shares exercised their right to convert their shares into Class A, Series 2 Preference Shares on a one-for-one basis. The holders of the Series 2 Preference Shares will be entitled to receive floating rate cumulative preferential cash dividends, equal to the T-Bill Rate plus 2.62%. The quarterly dividend in respect of the May 1, 2015 to July 31, 2015 dividend period was paid on July 31, 2015 at an annual rate of 3.148% (C$0.198367 per share).  

Class A Preference Shares for Cancellation – Normal course issuer bid

On June 23, 2015, Brookfield Renewable announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange had accepted a notice of Brookfield Renewable Power Preferred Equity Inc.’s intention to commence a normal course issuer bid in connection with its outstanding Class A Preference Shares. Under this normal course issuer bid, Brookfield Renewable is permitted to repurchase up to 10% of the total public float for each respective series of the Class A Preference Shares. Shareholders may obtain a copy of the notice, free of charge, by contacting Brookfield Renewable. Repurchases are authorized to commence on June 26, 2015 and will terminate on June 25, 2016, or earlier should Brookfield Renewable complete its repurchases prior to such date. For the three months ended June 30, 2015, no Class A Preference Shares were repurchased.

Participating non-controlling interests – in operating subsidiaries

The net change in participating non-controlling interests – in operating entities is as follows:

 

 

Brookfield

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Americas

Brookfield

 

 

Brookfield

 

 

 

 

 

 

Infrastructure

Infrastructure

The Catalyst

Energia

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

 

Fund

Fund II

Group

Renovável

Other

Total

As at December 31, 2013

 

$

891

$

207

$

116

$

46

$

43

$

1,303

Net income

 

 

14

 

22

 

14

 

-

 

1

 

51

OCI

 

 

54

 

187

 

8

 

-

 

10

 

259

Capital contributions(1)

 

 

-

 

610

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

610

Distributions

 

 

(45)

 

(89)

 

(12)

 

(3)

 

-

 

(149)

Other

 

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

(11)

 

(1)

 

(12)

As at December 31, 2014

 

$

914

$

937

$

126

$

32

$

53

$

2,062

Net income

 

 

(9)

 

22

 

9

 

-

 

2

 

24

OCI

 

(22)

 

9

 

-

 

(5)

 

(3)

 

(21)

Capital contributions(1)

 

-

 

423

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

423

Distributions

 

(17)

 

(69)

 

(7)

 

(1)

 

(3)

 

(97)

Other

 

-

 

3

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

3

As at June 30, 2015

$

866

$

1,325

$

128

$

26

$

49

$

2,394

Interests held by third parties

 

75-80%

 

50-60%

 

25%

 

24-30%

 

23-50%

 

 

(1)         Capital contributions are for the purposes of acquisitions and fund expenses.

  

General partnership interest in a holding subsidiary held by Brookfield and Participating non-controlling interests – in a holding subsidiary - Redeemable/Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

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Brookfield, as the owner of the 1% general partnership interest in BRELP held by Brookfield (“GP interest”), is entitled to regular distributions plus an incentive distribution based on the amount by which quarterly distributions exceed specified target levels. To the extent that LP Unit distributions exceed $0.375 per LP Unit per quarter, the incentive is 15% of distributions above this threshold. To the extent that quarterly LP Unit distributions exceed $0.4225 per LP Unit, the incentive distribution is equal to 25% of distributions above this threshold.

Consolidated equity includes Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units and the GP interest. The Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units are held 100% by Brookfield, which at its discretion has the right to redeem these units for cash consideration. No Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units have been redeemed for cash consideration. Since this redemption right is subject to Brookfield Renewable’s right, at its sole discretion, to satisfy the redemption request with LP Units of Brookfield Renewable, the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units are classified as equity in accordance with IAS 32, Financial Instruments: Presentation. The Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units and GP interest are presented as non-controlling interests since they provide Brookfield the direct economic benefits and exposures to the underlying performance of BRELP. The LP Units issued by Brookfield Renewable and  the Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units issued by its subsidiary BRELP have the same economic attributes in all respects, except for the redemption right described above. The Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units and the GP interest participate in earnings and distributions on a per unit basis equivalent to the per unit participation of the LP Units of Brookfield Renewable.

As at June 30, 2015, general partnership units, representing the GP interest and Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units outstanding were 2,651,506 (December 31, 2014: 2,651,506) and 129,658,623 (December 31, 2014: 129,658,623), respectively.

Distributions

The composition of the distributions for the three and six months ended June 30 is presented in the following table:

 

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

General partnership interest in a holding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subsidiary held by Brookfield

$

1

$

1

$

2

$

2

 

Incentive distribution

 

2

 

  -

 

4

 

1

 

 

 

$

3

$

1

$

6

$

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in  a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding subsidiary - Redeemable/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

$

54

$

51

$

109

$

101

 

 

 

$

57

$

52

$

115

$

104

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13. LIMITED PARTNERS’ EQUITY

Limited partners’ equity

As at June 30, 2015, LP Units outstanding were 143,408,742 (December 31, 2014: 143,356,854) including 40,026,986 (December 31, 2014: 40,026,986) held by Brookfield. Brookfield owns all general partnership interests in Brookfield Renewable representing a 0.01% interest.

During the three and six months ended June 30, 2015, 32,339 LP Units and 76,088 LP Units, respectively (2014: 23,779 and 69,238 LP Units) were issued under the distribution reinvestment plan.

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LP Units Purchased for Cancellation – Normal course issuer bid

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2015, 24,200 LP Units were purchased at a cost of $1 million. The premium paid to purchase the LP Units in excess of the stated value was charged to limited partners’ equity. Repurchases were authorized to commence on December 29, 2014 and will terminate on December 28, 2015, or earlier should Brookfield Renewable complete its repurchases prior to such date. Pursuant to this bid, the Board of Directors of BRPL authorized Brookfield Renewable to repurchase up to 7.1 million LP Units, representing approximately 5% of the issued and outstanding LP Units.  All LP Units acquired under the normal course issuer bid are cancelled.  Outside of pre-determined trading blackout periods, purchases under Brookfield Renewable’s normal course issuer bid will be completed based upon management’s discretion.  Brookfield Renewable has not established an automatic securities purchase plan for its LP Units.

As at June 30, 2015, Brookfield’s direct and indirect interest of 169,685,609 LP Units and Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units represents approximately 62% of Brookfield Renewable on a fully-exchanged basis.

On an unexchanged basis, Brookfield holds a 28% direct limited partnership interest in Brookfield Renewable, a 47% direct interest in BRELP through the ownership of Redeemable/Exchangeable partnership units and a direct 1% GP interest in BRELP as at June 30, 2015.

Distributions

Distributions may be made by the general partner of Brookfield Renewable with the exception of instances that there is insufficient cash available, payment rends Brookfield Renewable unable to pay its debt or payment of which might leave Brookfield Renewable unable to meet any future contingent obligations.

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2015, Brookfield Renewable declared distributions on its LP Units of $60 million or $0.415 per LP Unit and $121 million or $0.83 per LP Unit, respectively (2014: $53 million and $104 million or $0.3875 per LP Unit and $0.775 per LP Unit).

The composition of the distribution for the three and six months ended June 30 is presented in the following table:

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Brookfield

$

17

$

16

$

34

$

31

External LP Unitholders

 

43

 

37

 

87

 

73

 

$

60

$

53

$

121

$

104

In February 2015, unitholder distributions were increased to $1.66 per unit on an annualized basis, an increase of eleven cents per unit, which took effect with the distribution payable in March 2015.  

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14.  subsidiary public issuers

The following tables provide consolidated summary financial information for Brookfield Renewable, BRP Equity, and BREP Finance:  

 

 

 

 

 

  

  

Brookfield

 

 

Brookfield

BRP

BREP

Other

Consolidating

Renewable

(MILLIONS)

 

Renewable

Equity

Finance

Subsidiaries(1)

adjustments(2)

consolidated

As at June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets

$

22

$

-

$

1,536

$

885

$

(1,562)

$

881

Long-term assets

 

2,901

 

666

 

-

 

19,094

 

(3,560)

 

19,101

Current liabilities

 

22

 

8

 

16

 

2,626

 

(1,562)

 

1,110

Long-term liabilities

 

-

 

-

 

1,515

 

9,368

 

(661)

 

10,222

Preferred equity

 

-

 

677

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

677

Participating non-controlling interests -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 in operating subsidiaries

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

2,394

 

-

 

2,394

Participating non-controlling interests -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in a holding subsidiary - Redeemable/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

2,624

 

-

 

2,624

As at December 31, 2014:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets

$

21

$

-

$

1,307

$

697

$

(1,331)

$

694

Long-term assets

 

3,166

 

717

 

-

 

19,148

 

(3,876)

 

19,155

Current liabilities

 

20

 

9

 

16

 

1,954

 

(1,312)

 

687

Long-term liabilities

 

-

 

-

 

1,286

 

9,706

 

(711)

 

10,281

Preferred equity

 

-

 

728

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

728

Participating non-controlling interests -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in operating subsidiaries

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

2,062

 

-

 

2,062

Participating non-controlling interests -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in a holding subsidiary - Redeemable/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchangeable units held by Brookfield

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

2,865

 

-

 

2,865

(1)            Includes subsidiaries of Brookfield Renewable, other than BRP Equity and BREP Finance.

(2)            Includes elimination of intercompany transactions and balances necessary to present Brookfield Renewable on a consolidated basis.

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Brookfield

 

Brookfield

BRP

BREP

Other

Consolidating

Renewable

(MILLIONS)

Renewable

Equity

Finance

Subsidiaries(1)

adjustments(2)

consolidated

For the three months ended June 30, 2015

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

-

$

-

$

-

$

458

$

-

$

458

Net income (loss)

 

9

 

-

 

-

 

35

 

(9)

 

35

For the three months ended June 30, 2014

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

-

$

-

$

-

$

474

$

-

$

474

Net income (loss)

 

21

 

-

 

-

 

72

 

(21)

 

72

For the six months ended June 30, 2015

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

-

$

-

$

-

$

899

$

-

$

899

Net

 

24

 

-

 

(1)

 

87

 

(24)

 

86

For the six months ended June 30, 2014

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

-

$

-

$

-

$

954

$

-

$

954

Net income (loss)

 

59

 

-

 

-

 

197

 

(59)

 

197

(1)            Includes subsidiaries of Brookfield Renewable, other than BRP Equity and BREP Finance.

(2)            Includes elimination of intercompany transactions and balances necessary to present Brookfield Renewable on a consolidated basis.

See Note 10 – Long-term debt and credit facilities for additional details regarding the mid-term corporate notes issued by BREP Finance. See Note 12 – Non-controlling interests for additional details regarding Class A Preference Shares issued by BRP Equity.

  

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15.  segmented information

Brookfield Renewable operates renewable power generating assets, which include conventional hydroelectric facilities and wind facilities located in North America, Latin America and Europe. Brookfield Renewable also operates two Co-gen facilities and three biomass facilities. Brookfield Renewable’s Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer (collectively, the chief operating decision maker or “CODM”) review the results of the business, manage operations, and allocate resources based on the type of power generation (Hydroelectric, Wind, and Other, which includes Co-gen and Biomass).

Effective January 1, 2015, the geographies by which the Hydroelectric and Wind segments are further evaluated and for which information is disclosed have changed in order to allow the CODM to more effectively evaluate the business in a manner aligned with the continental operating platforms. Accordingly, while information regarding the United States and Canada will continue to be disclosed in a manner consistent with prior periods, these two segments have been further combined into the “North America” segment. The “Latin America” segment includes the former Brazil segment, while the “Europe” segment was not affected as a result of these changes.

In accordance with IFRS 8, Operating Segments, Brookfield Renewable discloses information about its reportable segments based upon the measures used by the CODM in assessing performance. The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as those described in Note 2 – Basis of presentation and significant accounting policies of the December 31, 2014 audited consolidated financial statements. Brookfield Renewable analyzes the performance of its operating segments based on revenues, Adjusted EBITDA, and Funds From Operations.

Adjusted EBITDA means revenues less direct costs (including energy marketing costs), plus Brookfield Renewable’s share of cash earnings from equity-accounted investments and other income, before interest, income taxes, depreciation, management service costs and the cash portion of non-controlling interests.

Funds From Operations is defined as Adjusted EBITDA less interest, current income taxes and management service costs, which is then adjusted for the cash portion of non-controlling interests. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2014, Funds From Operations include the earnings received from the wind portfolio Brookfield Renewable acquired in Ireland, reflecting its economic interest from January 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014. This amount represents an acquisition price adjustment under IFRS 3, Business combinations but is included in Funds From Operations for purposes of reporting operating results to Brookfield Renewable’s chief operating decision maker.

Transactions between the reportable segments occur at fair value.

In August 2015, Brookfield Renewable announced the promotions of the President and Chief Operating Officer to the Chief Executive Officer, and the Chief Executive Officer to the role of Executive Group Chairman, Renewable Power for Brookfield Asset Management, which includes oversight of all of Brookfield’s renewable investments. Accordingly, beginning on the date of the promotions, the CODM will collectively include the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer who will evaluate Brookfield Renewable’s results, manage its operations and allocate its resources by segment.

The following segmented information is regularly reported to our CODM.

 

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Hydroelectric

 

Wind

Other(1)

Corporate

Total

 

 

North America

Latin

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

 

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

Europe

 

 

 

For the three months ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

202

$

84

$

286

$

61

 

$

39

$

25

$

64

$

10

$

27

$

10

$

  -

$

458

Adjusted EBITDA

 

149

 

67

 

216

 

46

 

 

29

 

21

 

50

 

10

 

16

 

5

 

(4)

 

339

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(40)

 

(17)

 

(57)

 

(6)

 

 

(9)

 

(8)

 

(17)

 

(3)

 

(8)

 

(1)

 

(22)

 

(114)

Funds From Operations prior to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 non-controlling interests

 

105

 

50

 

155

 

38

 

 

20

 

13

 

33

 

7

 

9

 

4

 

(39)

 

207

Cash portion of non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests

 

(23)

 

  -

 

(23)

 

(4)

 

 

(13)

 

  -

 

(13)

 

(4)

 

(6)

 

(3)

 

(8)

 

(61)

Funds From Operations

 

82

 

50

 

132

 

34

 

 

7

 

13

 

20

 

3

 

3

 

1

 

(47)

 

146

Depreciation

 

(50)

 

(22)

 

(72)

 

(33)

 

 

(13)

 

(16)

 

(29)

 

(3)

 

(22)

 

(2)

 

  -

 

(161)

For the three months ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 30, 2014:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

218

$

107

$

325

$

67

 

$

49

$

29

$

78

$

  -

$

  -

$

4

$

  -

$

474

Adjusted EBITDA

 

163

 

88

 

251

 

51

 

 

38

 

24

 

62

 

  -

 

  -

 

1

 

(5)

 

360

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(37)

 

(18)

 

(55)

 

(5)

 

 

(10)

 

(10)

 

(20)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(22)

 

(102)

Funds From Operations prior to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 non-controlling interests

 

124

 

70

 

194

 

42

 

 

28

 

14

 

42

 

  -

 

11

 

1

 

(40)

 

250

Cash portion of non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests

 

(22)

 

  -

 

(22)

 

(3)

 

 

(17)

 

  -

 

(17)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(10)

 

(52)

Funds From Operations

 

102

 

70

 

172

 

39

 

 

11

 

14

 

25

 

  -

 

11

 

1

 

(50)

 

198

Depreciation

 

(35)

 

(22)

 

(57)

 

(38)

 

 

(13)

 

(20)

 

(33)

 

  -

 

  -

 

(1)

 

  -

 

(129)

(1)            Includes Co-gen and biomass.  

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Hydroelectric

 

Wind

Other(1)

Corporate

Total

 

 

North America

Latin

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

 

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

Europe

 

 

 

For the six months ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

393

$

190

$

583

$

106

 

$

59

$

56

$

115

$

10

$

68

$

17

$

  -

$

899

Adjusted EBITDA

 

276

 

171

 

447

 

77

 

 

39

 

47

 

86

 

10

 

55

 

9

 

(7)

 

677

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(81)

 

(33)

 

(114)

 

(10)

 

 

(18)

 

(16)

 

(34)

 

(3)

 

(15)

 

(1)

 

(42)

 

(219)

Funds From Operations prior to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 non-controlling interests

 

190

 

138

 

328

 

62

 

 

21

 

31

 

52

 

7

 

40

 

8

 

(76)

 

421

Cash portion of non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests

 

(54)

 

(2)

 

(56)

 

(7)

 

 

(16)

 

  -

 

(16)

 

(4)

 

(20)

 

(3)

 

(16)

 

(122)

Funds From Operations

 

136

 

136

 

272

 

55

 

 

5

 

31

 

36

 

3

 

20

 

5

 

(92)

 

299

Depreciation

 

(99)

 

(42)

 

(141)

 

(67)

 

 

(29)

 

(33)

 

(62)

 

(3)

 

(43)

 

(3)

 

  -

 

(319)

For the six months ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 30, 2014:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

424

$

205

$

629

$

156

 

$

78

$

68

$

146

$

  -

$

  -

$

23

$

  -

$

954

Adjusted EBITDA

 

314

 

167

 

481

 

124

 

 

54

 

59

 

113

 

  -

 

  -

 

12

 

(10)

 

720

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(76)

 

(34)

 

(110)

 

(10)

 

 

(20)

 

(20)

 

(40)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(43)

 

(203)

Funds From Operations prior to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 non-controlling interests

 

234

 

133

 

367

 

104

 

 

34

 

39

 

73

 

  -

 

11

 

12

 

(77)

 

490

Cash portion of non-controlling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interests

 

(57)

 

  -

 

(57)

 

(7)

 

 

(24)

 

  -

 

(24)

 

  -

 

  -

 

  -

 

(19)

 

(107)

Funds From Operations

 

177

 

133

 

310

 

97

 

 

10

 

39

 

49

 

  -

 

11

 

12

 

(96)

 

383

Depreciation

 

(72)

 

(42)

 

(114)

 

(72)

 

 

(31)

 

(36)

 

(67)

 

  -

 

  -

 

(2)

 

  -

 

(255)

(1)            Includes Co-gen and biomass.  

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The following table reconciles Adjusted EBITDA and Funds From Operations, presented in the above tables, to net income as presented in the interim consolidated statements of income:

 

 

 

 

Three months ended Jun 30

Six months ended Jun 30

(MILLIONS)

 

 

 

 

2015

 

2014

 

2015

 

2014

Revenues

 

 

 

$

458

$

474

$

899

$

954

Other income

 

 

 

 

6

 

2

 

33

 

5

Share of cash earnings from equity-accounted investments

 

 

 

 

9

 

8

 

13

 

15

Direct operating costs

 

 

 

 

(134)

 

(124)

 

(268)

 

(254)

Adjusted EBITDA

 

 

 

 

339

 

360

 

677

 

720

Fixed earnings adjustment(1)

 

-

 

11

 

-

 

11

Interest expense - borrowings

 

(114)

 

(102)

 

(219)

 

(203)

Management service costs

 

(13)

 

(13)

 

(27)

 

(24)

Current income tax expense

 

(5)

 

(6)

 

(10)

 

(14)

Funds From Operations prior to non-controlling interests

 

207

 

250

 

421

 

490

Less: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred equity

 

(8)

 

(10)

 

(16)

 

(19)

 

 

Participating non-controlling interests - in operating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    

 

 

subsidiaries

 

(53)

 

(42)

 

(106)

 

(88)

Funds From Operations

 

146

 

198

 

299

 

383

Add: cash portion of non-controlling interests

 

61

 

52

 

122

 

107

Less: fixed earnings adjustment

 

-

 

(11)

 

-

 

(11)

Depreciation

 

(161)

 

(129)

 

(319)

 

(255)

Unrealized financial instruments loss

 

-

 

(4)

 

(8)

 

(4)

Share of non-cash loss from equity-accounted investments

 

(5)

 

(6)

 

(6)

 

(12)

Deferred income tax recovery(expense)

 

6

 

(17)

 

12

 

(19)

Other

 

(12)

 

(11)

 

(14)

 

8

Net income

$

35

$

72

$

86

$

197

(1)            The fixed earnings adjustment relates to Brookfield Renewable’s investment in the acquisition of the wind portfolio in Ireland. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, Brookfield Renewable acquired an economic interest in the wind portfolio from January 1, 2014. The transaction closed on June 30, 2014, and accordingly under IFRS, the $11 million net Funds From Operations contribution was recorded as part of the purchase price.

  

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The following table presents information about Brookfield Renewable’s certain balance sheet items on a segmented basis:

 

 

 Hydroelectric 

 

Wind energy

Other(1)

Corporate

Total

 

 

North America

Latin

 

North America

Latin

 

 

 

 

 

(MILLIONS)

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

 

U.S.

Canada

Total

America

Europe

 

 

 

 

 

As at June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 equipment, at fair value

$

7,840

$

4,780

$

12,620

$

2,129

 

$

945

$

1,028

$

1,973

$

320

$

1,183

$

296

$

-

$

18,521

Total assets

 

8,318

 

4,989

 

13,307

 

2,355

 

 

1,253

 

1,052

 

2,305

 

348

 

1,298

 

319

 

50

 

19,982

Total borrowings

 

2,795

 

1,063

 

3,858

 

320

 

 

468

 

567

 

1,035

 

138

 

625

 

14

 

1,900

 

7,890

Total liabilities

 

4,235

 

2,009

 

6,244

 

457

 

 

740

 

790

 

1,530

 

143

 

864

 

51

 

2,043

 

11,332

For the six months ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 30, 2015:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additions to property, plant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 and equipment

 

19

 

13

 

32

 

344

 

 

1

 

1

 

2

 

318

 

323

 

253

 

-

 

1,272

As at December 31, 2014:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 equipment, at fair value

$

7,922

$

5,168

$

13,090

$

2,120

 

$

1,203

$

1,137

$

2,340

$

-

$

975

$

41

$

-

$

18,566

Total assets

 

8,463

 

5,286

 

13,749

 

2,287

 

 

1,292

 

1,164

 

2,456

 

-

 

1,108

 

43

 

206

 

19,849

Total borrowings

 

2,814

 

1,155

 

3,969

 

189

 

 

621

 

629

 

1,250

 

-

 

583

 

-

 

1,687

 

7,678

Total liabilities

 

4,345

 

2,214

 

6,559

 

300

 

 

706

 

865

 

1,571

 

-

 

747

 

1

 

1,790

 

10,968

For the year ended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

December 31, 2014:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additions to property, plant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 and equipment

 

1,415

 

40

 

1,455

 

19

 

 

10

 

17

 

27

 

-

 

1,129

 

-

 

-

 

2,630

(1)            Includes Co-gen and biomass.  

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16.  Commitments, contingencies and guarantees

Commitments

In the course of its operations, Brookfield Renewable and its subsidiaries have entered into agreements for the use of water, land and dams. Payment under those agreements varies with the amount of power generated. The various agreements are renewable and extend up to 2091.

The remaining development project costs on three Brazilian hydroelectric projects totaling 72 MW, a 55 MW biomass facility in Brazil, and a 14 MW wind project in Ireland are expected to be $312 million. The biomass facility and the wind project are expected to be fully operational in 2016. Two hydroelectric projects with a combined capacity of 53 MW are expected to be fully operational in 2017, and the 19 MW hydroelectric project is expected to be fully operational in 2018.

Contingencies

Brookfield Renewable and its subsidiaries are subject to various legal proceedings, arbitrations and actions arising in the normal course of business. While the final outcome of such legal proceedings and actions cannot be predicted with certainty, it is the opinion of management that the resolution of such proceedings and actions will not have a material impact on Brookfield Renewable’s consolidated financial position or results of operations.

Brookfield Renewable, on behalf of Brookfield Renewable’s subsidiaries, and the subsidiaries themselves have provided letters of credit, which include, but are not limited to, guarantees for debt service reserves, capital reserves, construction completion and performance. The activity on the issued letters of credit by Brookfield Renewable can be found in Note 10 – Long-term debt and credit facilities.

Brookfield Renewable along with institutional investors have provided letters of credit, which include, but are not limited to, guarantees for debt service reserves, capital reserves, construction completion and performance as it relates to interests in the Brookfield Americas Infrastructure Fund and the Brookfield Infrastructure Fund II. As at June 30, 2015, letters of credit issued by Brookfield Renewable along with institutional investors were $112 million (2014: $125 million).

Guarantees

In the normal course of operations, Brookfield Renewable and its subsidiaries execute agreements that provide for indemnification and guarantees to third parties of transactions such as business dispositions, capital project purchases, business acquisitions, and sales and purchases of assets and services. Brookfield Renewable has also agreed to indemnify its directors and certain of its officers and employees. The nature of substantially all of the indemnification undertakings prevents Brookfield Renewable from making a reasonable estimate of the maximum potential amount that Brookfield Renewable could be required to pay third parties as the agreements do not always specify a maximum amount and the amounts are dependent upon the outcome of future contingent events, the nature and likelihood of which cannot be determined at this time. Historically, neither Brookfield Renewable nor its subsidiaries have made material payments under such indemnification agreements.  

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.                                                                      Interim Report                                                                                         June 30, 2015                         

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17.  subsequent eventS

In July 2015, Brookfield Renewable completed the disposal of the 102 MW wind facility in California for gross cash consideration of $136 million. The sale was completed with institutional partners, and Brookfield Renewable’s interest was approximately 22%.

In July 2015, Brookfield Renewable entered into an agreement to acquire two hydroelectric facilities in Brazil with an aggregate capacity of 51 MW. The facilities are expected to generate 293 GWh annually. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2016, subject to typical closing conditions.

Brookfield Renewable entered into an automatic purchase plan to allow for purchases of its Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 Class A Preference Shares. The automatic purchase plan commenced on July 1, 2015 and will terminate on August 6, 2015. Subsequent to June 30, 2015, 75,537 Class A Preference Shares and 22,900 LP Units were repurchased and cancelled.

 

 

  

 

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.                                                                      Interim Report                                                                                         June 30, 2015                         

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Group Chairman

 

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Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.

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John Van Egmond

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Lou Maroun

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