Neoen's 104.4MW Solar Wins in France's PPE2 Tender

Dec 26, 2023 03:29 PM ET
  • Renewable energy producer Neoen has won four solar projects totaling 104.4 MWp in a tender, including three agrivoltaic initiatives to combine sheep farming with solar power generation. When complete, these projects will provide enough clean energy to power 50,000 people in France.

Neoen, a French renewable energy producer, won four solar projects totaling 104.4 MWp as part of the tender. The projects include three agrivoltaic initiatives involving the integration of sheep farming with solar power generation, and the fourth project, the expansion of an existing solar farm. Neoen has so far acquired a total of 475.5 MWp of solar and wind projects in 2020, which should cover the electricity needs of at least 50,000 people in France when completed.

How is Neoen Modernizing French Renewables?

  • Neoen has established itself as a leading renewable energy producer in France, investing heavily in projects that can generate large amounts of electricity.
  • The four solar projects won in the tender are expected to generate enough electricity to cover the needs of at least 50,000 people.
  • Neoen has also invested in the integration of sheep farming with solar power generation, also known as agrivoltaics.
  • The agrivoltaic projects are expected to help reduce the environmental impact of the farming industry while still producing significant amounts of renewable energy.
  • Neoen is also expanding an existing solar farm, which will further increase France's renewable energy capacity.
  • Neoen is investing in the development of innovative technologies to further optimize the efficiency of their projects, such as advanced tracking systems and AI-based forecasting methods.
  • Neoen has also partnered with local businesses and municipalities to ensure that their projects are tailored to local needs and maximize economic and environmental benefits.

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