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Appointments to the EDF Renewables Management Committee  

Paris, March 6, 2024 – EDF Renewables, a major player in renewable energies in France and around the world, communicates on recent developments within its Management Committee: Elsa Gonse is appointed Financial Director of EDF Renewables and succeeds Aymeric Ducrocq starting March 1. Arriving in the company in 2006, Elsa Gonse has a great…

Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables extend offshore wind collaboration in Norway

In addition to the Utsira Nord tender, Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables target the auction round in 2025. Paris, 16th January 2024: Renewables energy major EDF Renewables has been working closely with offshore wind developer Deep Wind Offshore in Norway since 2021. The work includes delivering a competitive bid for the Utsira Nord tender. Now, the consortium has…

EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO) consortium reaches financial close on Manah 1 – 500 MW solar project in Oman

Muscat, January 9, 2024 – The consortium, led by EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO), announced today that it has reached financial close on the Manah 1 – a 500-megawatt (MW) solar power plant located in the Sultanate of Oman. Following the bid submission in September 2022, the consortium was awarded and signed a 20-year Power Purchase…

Corporate PPA: EDF Renewables reaches 600 MW of long-term contracts in France.

Paris, December 18, 2023 – Since 2019, EDF Renewables has signed long-term contracts in France for 600 MW for the production of low-carbon electricity from its onshore wind farms and solar power plants. These direct purchase contracts for electricity from renewable sources (cPPA or Corporate Power Purchase Agreement), with an average duration of around 20 years, guarantee customers…

EDF Renewables inaugurates the Mailhac-sur-Benaize solar power plant in Haute-Vienne

Mailhac-sur-Benaize, October 31, 2023 – Located in the town of Mailhac-sur-Benaize, the plant with an installed capacity of 4.9 MWp is made up of approximately 8,850 photovoltaic panels. It produces the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of around 2,700 people. This is the second solar power plant inaugurated in Haute-Vienne in 2023 by EDF Renewables. In 2016, following a call for demonstrations…

EDF Renewables inaugurates the Rivière des Galets solar power plant in Réunion

Le Port, October 27, 2023 – EDF Renewables inaugurates the Rivière des Galets solar power plant in Réunion. Located on a former “wild” landfill, it helps to give a second life to this site. It will provide the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of 4,500 people in renewable energy, or 14% of the population…

Rêv'elles Moi l'Entreprise: EDF Renouvelables opens its doors to a group of young girls for a day of discovery of the company and its professions

EDF Renewables welcomed a group of young girls aged 14 to 20, mainly from priority neighborhoods (REP/REP+), into its new premises in Nanterre. This action aims to promote equal opportunities and diversity as part of a partnership with Rêv'Elles, an association supporting young women in their personal and professional development.

During this day, participants were able to discover the business world, take part in simulated job interviews in real conditions and interact with female employees from different EDF Renewables departments (engineering, legal, IT, etc.) about their professional background and their motivations.

Organized as part of the partnership between the EDF group and the Rêv'Elles association, this operation illustrates EDF Renewables' desire to encourage middle and high school girls and students to turn to careers in industry, particularly those still under-feminized, such as technical and engineering professions, by promoting the diversity of the backgrounds of its employees and the wealth of opportunities offered by the company and more broadly the sector.

EDF Renewables is fully committed to increasing the number of women in its workforce. The company already has 1,669 female employees worldwide, or 32% of its overall workforce, in line with the EDF group's Diversity Ambition which aims to reach between 36 and 40% women in the workforce at all hierarchical strata. by 2030.

Laetitia Villedieu, Director of Human Resources at EDF Renewables, said : " I am happy with the success of this day organized with the Rêv'Elles association and the mobilization of our employees to share their experiences and their journey with these young girls. Professional equality is a priority for EDF Renewables, and in particular through our latest unanimously signed agreement, we have made strong commitments in terms of recruitment and career paths. I hope that this day of meeting, discovery and sharing will be able to inspire vocations, because we need women committed to all areas of the company. »

Athina Marmorat, General Director of Rêv’Elles, said : “This day at work is a very important step for the young girls who follow Rêv'Elles support. This is where they will discover new sectors of activity and professions of which they had no idea. The exchange with Role Model employees also allows them to plan their professional careers more concretely. This experience is therefore very structuring to open up the field of possibilities and thus promote access for young girls to all levels of the company.. »

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Appointments to the EDF Renewables Management Committee  

Paris, March 6, 2024 – EDF Renouvelables, a major player in renewable energies in France and around the world, communicates on recent developments within its Management Committee:  

  • Elsa Gonse became Financial Director from 1er March 2024 in succession to Aymeric Ducrocq.  
  • Aymeric Ducrocq has been Director of Marine Renewable Energies France since February 12, 2024, succeeding Cédric Le Bousse. 
  • Cédric Le Bousse has been International Director since 1er January 2024, succeeding Frédéric Belloy, who joined EDF-SA. 
  • Laetitia Villedieu has been Director of Human Resources since 1er December 2023, in succession to Hélène Bauduin who joined EDF SA. 

Elsa Gonse is appointed Financial Director of EDF Renewables and succeeds Aymeric Ducrocq as of March 1. Arriving in the company in 2006, Elsa Gonse has extensive expertise in different financial professions and has acquired in-depth knowledge of the renewable energy sector. In her new role, she will contribute to developing methods of financing EDF Renewables' activities in France and around the world and to strengthening the profitability of investments and activity.  

Aymeric Ducrocq is Director of Marine Renewable Energies France, succeeding Cédric Le Bousse. In the EDF group since 2016, he joined EDF Renewables in November 2020. Since then, he has contributed to the acceleration of the growth of EDF Renewables by ensuring the quality and profitability of investments. In his new role, Aymeric Ducrocq will be responsible for the performance of offshore wind farms in operation, the development and construction of projects having won past calls for tender (AO1, AO3, AO4, Provence Grand Large) and the participation of EDF Renewables in some of the calls for tenders announced by the Government for offshore wind power in France.  

Cédric Le Bousse succeeded Frédéric Belloy as International Director of EDF Renewables. In his new role, he can draw on his experience in offshore wind power and his knowledge of international markets acquired within the company over several years. Cédric Le Bousse manages EDF Renewables' activities in more than 20 countries, outside France and North America.  

In December 2023, Laetitia Villedieu was appointed to the position of Director of Human Resources where she succeeds Hélène Bauduin. She benefits from solid experience in human resources management, particularly acquired within the EDF group. Laetitia Villedieu manages human resources management at EDF Renewables and is also in charge of health and safety policies as well as the working environment, including real estate.  

EDF Renouvelables warmly thanks Frédéric Belloy and Hélène Bauduin for their significant contributions to the development of the company and wishes them every success in their new roles, respectively in the Financial Department and the Human Resources Department of the EDF group.  

Bruno Bensasson, Group Executive Director in charge of Renewable Energy and Chairman and CEO of EDF Renouvelables, said : " I am very pleased to announce these developments within the EDF Renewables Management Committee, which are also an illustration of the wealth of opportunities and professional career paths within the EDF group. I am convinced that these key employees will contribute, with their respective experiences and expertise, to strengthening our position as a major player in renewable energies and supporting our growth in France and around the world.. » 

Find the entire EDF Renewables Management Committee: https://edf-renouvelables.com/mieux-nous-connaitre/comite-de-direction/ *. 

* Photos and biographies of the members of the Management Committee are available on request, to be sent to the EDF Renewables press service.  

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Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables extend offshore wind collaboration in Norway

In addition to the Utsira Nord tender, Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables target the auction round in 2025.

Paris, 16th January 2024: Renewables energy major EDF Renewables has been working closely with offshore wind developer Deep Wind Offshore in Norway since 2021. The work includes delivering a competitive bid for the Utsira Nord tender. Now, the consortium has signed an agreement also targeting the auction round in 2025.

EDF Renewables brings well over a decade of experience in constructing and operating offshore wind farms to the Norwegian market. The Company has installed the first offshore wind farm in France, at Saint-Nazaire, and one of the first floating wind farms in the world, Provence Grand Large.

EDF Renewables is a 100% subsidiary of the state-owned EDF group, the largest low carbon electricity producer in the world.

Deep Wind Offshore builds on over 100 years of experience in renewable power generation, electricity transmission and maritime operations through their owners in Haugaland Kraft, Sunnhordland Kraftlag, and Knutsen Group. The Company is headquartered in Haugesund and is partly owned by local municipalities, which ensures that local people are at the center of their development ethos.

With this agreement, EDF Renewables and Deep Wind Offshore are getting ready to further support Norway to achieve its goal of doubling power production, including allocating 30 GW of offshore wind production by 2040.

Bruno Bensasson, CEO of EDF Renewables said: “EDF Renewables has been working closely with Deep Wind Offshore for more than two years, on developing the first offshore wind areas in Norway. Together, we have the reputation, experience, and inherent local knowledge to deliver offshore wind projects which create value for the local community.

Knut Vassbotn, CEO of Deep Wind Offshore said: “We are proud to have introduced EDF Renewables to the Norwegian offshore wind market and excited to extend our collaboration. Working together has proven the partnership to be value-adding, bringing together complementary expertise and knowledge. The consortium is fully committed to contributing to the Norwegian governments target for offshore wind. First through delivering a winning Utsira Nord bid, and then onwards to the auction round in 2025”.

Jan Christian Vestre, Minister of Trade and Industry said: “I am pleased with this announcement. It is an example that shows how French and Norwegian companies can gain a lot by working together. EDF Renewables and Deep Wind Offshore have built on each other's strengths and expertise since 2021, I wish them the best of luck with this next chapter”.

About EDF Renewables

EDF Renewables is an international energy company which develops, builds, and operates renewable power generation plants.

As a major player in the energy transition worldwide, EDF Renewables deploys, within EDF, competitive, responsible, and value-creating projects.

In every country, our teams show their commitment to local stakeholders every day, adding their expertise and capacity for innovation to the fight against climate change.

At the end of 2022, EDF Renewables operates a net installed wind and solar capacity of 11.4 GW (18.5 GW gross) worldwide.

Mainly present in Europe and North America, EDF Renewables is pursuing its development by taking a position in promising emerging markets such as: Brazil, China, India, South Africa and in the Middle East. Historically active in onshore wind and photovoltaics, the Company is now strongly positioned on offshore wind and floating wind as well as in new technologies such as energy storage, floating solar and agrivoltaism.

For more information: www.edf-renouvelables.fr

Follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/edf-renouvelables  and on Twitter @EDF_RE in French and @EDF_Renewables English.

About Deep Wind Offshore 

Deep Wind Offshore is a developer and future owner of offshore wind projects worldwide. The Company is based in Haugesund, Norway, so far with offices in Sweden and South Korea, and is backed by strong industrial and financial owners in Knutsen Group, Haugaland Kraft, Sunnhordland Kraftlag, and Octopus Energy.

Deep Wind Offshore has a project pipeline of more than 10 GW, with 2 GW under exclusive development in South Korea. 

For more information: www.deepwindoffshore.com

Follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/75094914/

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EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO) consortium reaches financial close on Manah 1 – 500 MW solar project in Oman

  • EDF Renewables-led consortium with KOWEPO financed Manah1, a 500 MW PV project.
  • Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) was signed on March 23rd, 2023.
  • Plant expected to start commercial operation in the first quarter of 2025.

Muscat, January 9, 2024 – The consortium, led by EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO), announced today that it has reached financial close on the Manah 1 – a 500-megawatt (MW) solar power plant located in the Sultanate of Oman. 

Following the bid submission in September 2022, the consortium was awarded and signed a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (PWP) on the 23rd of March 2023. Under the terms of the PPA, the consortium shall design, finance, build and operate the plant, which is located in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, 175 km South of Muscat. The plant will begin commercial operation in the first quarter of 2025.

The Manah 1 project is the first for EDF Renewables and KOWEPO in the Sultanate and is part of the consortium's strategy to support the region's Net-Zero ambitions, as well as contribute to Oman nation's Clean Energy Goals, through the diversification of the country's energy mix aiming at 35-39% of renewable generation by 2040.

The financing of the project was made possible thanks to the support of global financial institutions and the strategic partnership formed by French and Korean energy leaders to leverage their combined expertise.

During an official signing ceremony during COP28, the stakeholders signed the financing agreements, a critical step leading to the financial close, which was achieved on the 25th of December 2023. This ceremony was attended by Bruno Bensasson, EDF Group Senior Executive Vice President, Renewable energies and Chief Executive Officer of EDF Renewables; Park Hyung-Deok, President of Western Power Co.; Yoon Hee-Sung, President of Export-Import Bank of Korea; Yang Ki-Mo, Head of KOTRA’s Bank Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional headquarters; Aymen Koubaa, Regional Head, Energy and Infrastructure Project Finance, Société Générale Middle East, DIFC; Muhammad Al Habsi, Head of Oman's Muscat Bank UAE office; Eng. Yahya Al Rawahi, Chief Executive Officer of Wadi Noor Solar Power Company SAOC and other distinguished guests.

The financing of the project will be secured through equity and loan scheme from local and international financial institutions, such as the Export-Import Bank of Korea, European bank Société Générale and Oman Bank Muscat.

Olivier Bordes, CEO Middle East, EDF Renewables, said: “We would like to thank the Sultanate of Oman authorities, and in particular APSR, Nama Holding and PWP, for their trust in our consortium to execute the Manah 1 – 500MW Solar PV project. Today we are reaching the financial close for this project, which highlights our strong commitment to contribute to Oman's goal to produce from 35 to 39 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2040 and demonstrates EDF Renewables and KOWEPO's consortium's continuing support for the Sultanate in reaching its Clean Goals. This first for the consortium large-scale renewable installation in the country is perfectly in line with the EDF Group commitment to triple the renewable energy net capacity in operation worldwide, between 2023 and 2030.”

Youn Ho Ko, CEO MENA, Korea Western Power, added: “We are very pleased to announce the successful financial close of the Manah 1 solar PV project, and that we are the first Korean company to be awarded a project in Oman. This achievement was possible due to the strong partnership with EDF Renewables and their extensive experience and the unwavering support of Société Générale, KEXIM Bank and Bank Muscat.”

Once commissioned, the project will power over 50,000 Omani households with clean electricity, while offsetting over 700,000 metric tons of CO2 per year. 

Key figures of the project:

– Households powered: 50,000

– 700,000 metric tons of CO2 offset/year

– Technology:

* Over 1,000,000 bifacial HP

* Single-axis trackers

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EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO) complete financing of the Manah 1 – 500 MW solar project in Oman

  • EDF Renewables and its partner KOWEPO have finalized the financing of the 500 MW Manah 1 solar project. 
  • The power purchase agreement (PPA) was signed on March 23, 2023.
  • Commissioning of the plant is planned for the first quarter of 2025.

Muscat, January 9, 2024 – EDF Renewables and its partner Korea Western Power Corporation (KOWEPO) announce that they have completed the financing of the Manah 1 project, a 500 MW solar power plant located in the Sultanate of Oman.

After responding to a call for tenders in September 2022, the consortium won the project and signed the power purchase agreement (PPA) on March 23, 2023 with the Omani water and electricity supply company ( Oman Power and Water Company). The consortium will develop, finance, build and operate the solar power plant which will be located in the governorate of Al Dakhiliyah, 175 km south of Muscat. Commissioning of the plant is planned for the first quarter of 2025. 

The Manah 1 project is the first EDF Renewables and KOWEPO project in Oman. It will contribute to the region's carbon neutrality objective and to reaching 35 to 39% of renewable energies in the energy mix by 2040.

The financing of the project was possible thanks to the support of international financial institutions and the strategic partnership formed by the two major French and Korean energy players to combine their expertise.

The partners signed the financing agreements during an official ceremony organized during COP 28, a crucial step before the final closing of the financing on December 25, 2023. Present during the ceremony was Bruno Bensasson, Executive Director of the Group EDF in charge of the Renewable Energy Sector and Chairman and CEO of EDF Renewables; Park Hyung-Deok, Chairman of Western Power Co.; Yoon Hee-Sung, President of the Export-Import Bank of Korea; Yang Ki-Mo, KOTRA Bank Regional Headquarters Director for the Middle East and North Africa; Aymen Koubaa, Regional Head, Energy and Infrastructure Project Finance at Société Générale Bank in the Middle East DIFC; Muhammad Al Habsi, Director of Oman's Muscat Bank office in the United Arab Emirates; Eng. Yahya Al Rawahi, Managing Director of Wadi Noor Solar Power Company SAOC and other distinguished guests.

Funding for the project will be provided through equity investments and loans from local and international financial institutions, such as the Export-Import Bank of Korea, European bank Société Générale and Oman Bank Muscat.

Olivier Bordes, Managing Director of EDF Renewables in the Middle East, said: “We would like to thank the authorities of the Sultanate of Oman, and in particular APSR, Nama Holding and PWP, for the trust placed in the consortium to carry out this 500 MW Manah 1 solar power plant project. Today, we close the financing of the project, highlighting the continued support of EDF Renewables and its partner KOWEPO for the Sultanate of Oman's objective of reaching 35 to 39% of renewable energy in its energy mix by 2040. This project, the first for the consortium in the country, is in line with the EDF group's support for the objective of tripling net installed renewable energy capacities in the world between 2023 and 2030."

Youn Ho Ko, Managing Director Middle East of Korea Western Power, added: “We are delighted to announce that we have closed the financing of the Manah 1 solar project, and that we are the first Korean company to win a project in Oman. This success is due to the strong partnership with EDF Renewables and its extensive experience, as well as the unwavering support of Société Générale, KEXIM Bank and Bank Muscat.”

Once commissioned, the plant will supply around 50,000 Omani households with low-carbon electricity, which will avoid the emission of around 700,000 tonnes of CO2 per year. 

Key project data:

– Homes supplied: 50,000.

– 700,000 tonnes of CO2 avoided per year. 

- Technology :

* Around 1 million bifacial panels.

* Single axis trackers. 

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Corporate PPA: EDF Renewables reaches 600 MW of long-term contracts in France.

Paris, December 18, 2023 – Since 2019, EDF Renewables has signed long-term contracts in France for 600 MW for the production of low-carbon electricity from its onshore wind farms and solar power plants.

 These direct purchase contracts for electricity from renewable sources (cPPA or Corporate Power Purchase Agreement), with an average duration of around 20 years, guarantee EDF customers the benefit of low-carbon electricity from sites of renewable production precisely identified in France. They also allow them to secure a competitive and stable price over the long term, an important issue in a context of high volatility in the electricity market.

For EDF Renewables, these contracts provide long-term visibility on the revenues of the identified production sites, which makes it possible to plan additional investments in renewable energy production means, as an alternative to contracts for difference regularly entered into with the State.

They also demonstrate the maturity of the renewable energy market in France, the competitiveness of wind and solar power compared to anticipated market prices and the interest of customers for these new energies, which contribute with nuclear power to reducing the carbon footprint of the European electricity system.

With the signing of its first contracts in France in 2019, EDF Renewables is a pioneer of cPPAs in the country, with experience acquired over a long time in other markets, notably in the United States, Brazil and the United Kingdom. . Indeed, in addition to the 600 MW of contracts signed in France, there are 6 GW of contracts signed worldwide since 2010, which makes EDF Renewables one of the major players in this sector.

Alexandre Lévy, Director of Investments and PPAs in France, at EDF Renewables, said : " The EDF Renewables teams are mobilized to support their customers in thehe energy transition. cPPAs guarantee the customer a renewable supply, thus contributing to reducing the carbon footprint of the electricity system. They also allow companies to benefit from a competitive electricity price that is independent of fluctuations in the electricity market. This visibility promotes our clients’ and ours’ investments.”

About EDF Renewables

EDF Renouvelables is an international energy company that develops, builds and operates renewable energy production plants.

A major player in the world's energy transition, EDF Renewables deploys competitive, responsible and value-creating projects within EDF. In each country, our teams are engaged on a daily basis with the territories by putting their expertise and their capacity for innovation at the service of the fight against climate change.

At the end of 2022, EDF Renewables has an installed capacity of 11.4 GW net (18.5 GW gross) worldwide.

Mainly present in Europe and North America, the company is also developing in emerging markets such as: South Africa, Brazil, China, India and the Middle East. Historically active in onshore wind power and photovoltaics, the Company is significantly strengthening its position in installed and floating offshore wind power, as well as in new technologies such as energy storage, floating solar and agrivoltaics.

For more information : www.edf-renouvelables.com

Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edf-renouvelables and on Twitter @EDF_RE in French and @EDF_Renewables in English.

PRESS CONTACTS

EDF Renewables

Eugénie Gai ▪ such. : +33 (0)1 41 02 78 31 ▪ email : eugenie.gai@edf-re.fr

Emilien Lacroix ▪ such. : +33 (0)1 40 90 21 48 ▪ email : emilien.lacroix@edf-re.fr

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Masdar, EDF Renewables and Nesma Renewable Energy win tender for 1.1 GW solar project in Saudi Arabia

  • The consortium of carbon-free energy leaders – Masdar, EDF Renewables and Nesma Company – sign the Power Purchase Agreement to develop, build and operate the Al Henakiyah solar power plant, with a capacity of 1, 1 GW, after submitting the most competitive offer.
  • Located in the province of Al Madinah, the solar power plant will be one of the largest in the world. Once commissioned, it will produce the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of around 190,000 homes and will avoid the emission of more than 1.8 million tonnes of CO2 each year.

Paris, November 28, 2023: Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, EDF Renewables and Nesma Company signed the Power Purchase Agreement with Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) to develop a solar power plant of 1.1 GW. Located in the province of Al Madinah in Saudi Arabia, 700 km northwest of Riyadh, the plant will produce, after its commissioning scheduled for 2025, the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of approximately 190,000 homes and will avoid the emission of more than 1.8 million tonnes of CO2 each year.

Estimated at $1 billion, the project draws on the expertise of major players in renewable energies, Masdar and EDF Renewables, and the leading Saudi conglomerate Nesma Company. It was awarded by the SPPC to the consortium that presented the most competitive offer, namely USD 16.84 per megawatt hour. The plant will be developed, built, owned and operated by the consortium under a 25-year agreement signed with SPPC. The financial closure of the project should occur in early 2024.

To contribute to the local economy, at least 19 % of Al Henakiyah Solar Power Plant equipment, materials and services will be supplied by Saudi companies during the construction phase. In addition, during the first five years of operation, Saudi nationals will represent 25 % of the plant's workforce. This proportion will reach 75% over the entire operating period.

The plant will contribute to the country's objective of increasing the share of renewable energies in the energy mix to around 50% by 2030.

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Managing Director of Masdar, said: “Masdar is very proud to be developing one of the largest solar power plants in the world with our long-standing partners, EDF Renewables and Nesma Company. This project builds on the consortium's previous successes in the country, including Dumat Al Jandal, the largest operating wind farm in the Middle East, and the South Jeddah solar power plant, with a capacity of 300 MW. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a valued neighbor and key partner for Masdar. It has the ambition and resources necessary to promote decarbonization. Masdar, a leading global renewable energy company, is committed to supporting the Kingdom’s zero-carbon energy goals.”

Bruno Bensasson, Chairman and CEO of EDF Renouvelables and Executive Director of the EDF group in charge of the renewable energies division, declared: “The Al Henakiyah solar project, with a capacity of 1.1 GW, is an important new milestone for EDF Renewables and its partners Masdar and Nesma Renewable Energy in Saudi Arabia. It would not have been possible without the full support of the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) and the Ministry of Energy. Together, we are committed to supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan, which targets approximately 50 % of renewables in the Kingdom's energy production capacities. Proposing a set of low-carbon solutions, including energy efficiency, renewable energies, nuclear power and carbon capture, is at the heart of EDF's proposal for carbon neutrality. After the 400 MW Dumat al Jandal wind farm, currently in operation, and the South Jeddah solar park with a capacity of 300 MW, the outlook is promising. We are firmly committed to creating long-term value, supporting change in the Kingdom, today and for generations to come.”

Faisal Alturki, Chairman of Nesma Group, said: “Nesma Renewable Energy (NRE), specializing in renewable energy, is an integral part of our commitment to proactively support the clean energy and sustainability goals of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan. We are therefore extremely proud of the role that NRE will play in delivering the Al Henakiyah Solar Project, a groundbreaking initiative in the Kingdom's renewable energy strategy, and we are confident that the company will have an increasingly more important to play in the future.
“The Al Henakiyah Solar Project is a resounding confirmation of our position at the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy industry. As an industrialist, we have embarked together on an ambitious journey that will make Saudi Arabia a true world leader in renewable energy production. This project represents an important step towards achieving this goal. »

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EDF Renewables inaugurates the Mailhac-sur-Benaize solar power plant in Haute-Vienne

Mailhac-sur-Benaize, October 31, 2023 – Located in the town of Mailhac-sur-Benaize, the plant with an installed capacity of 4.9 MWp is made up of approximately 8,850 photovoltaic panels. It produces the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of around 2,700 people. This is the second solar power plant inaugurated in Haute-Vienne in 2023 by EDF Renewables.

In 2016, following a call for expressions of interest, the municipality of Mailhac-sur-Benaize entrusted EDF Renewables with the development of a solar power plant on this former uranium mine previously operated by Orano. Following the phases of studies, consultation, instruction and public inquiry, EDF Renewables obtained the building permit in 2020. The same year the project was the winner of a call for tenders from the CRE for an electricity purchase price over 20 years. After a year of work, the solar power plant was commissioned and is now injecting its production into the public electricity network.

With the installation of the power plant, the region will be able to count on new economic and fiscal benefits. Local companies were also mobilized, such as Socotec in Limoges or ENCIS Environnement in charge of environmental monitoring. From its branch in Limoges, the company Luxel, a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, will ensure the operation and maintenance of the plant.

From its design, the plant integrates environmental issues. On the one hand by offering a second life to an old uranium mine in order to produce low-carbon energy, for the benefit of the energy transition. Furthermore, from the start of the project, extensive ecological studies were carried out to determine and avoid areas or species requiring particular attention: the northern part of the site was thus avoided to preserve the habitat of the fauna present.

EDF Renewables already operates 17 solar power plants and 7 wind farms in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, for a cumulative power of around 213 MW. Other renewable energy projects are currently under development, notably in Haute-Vienne, with the Theil solar power plant, construction of which is scheduled to begin in 2024.

 Mathias Armand, Limousin Regional Manager of EDF Renewables, said :

“ We are very proud to inaugurate the Mailhac-sur-Benaize photovoltaic power plant. This constitutes an additional brick in the development of renewable energies in Haute-Vienne, essential to meet the growing electricity needs. During its period of operation, it will also constitute a source of economic benefits for its territory through the rents and tax revenues which will be returned to it.”

 

Photo credit: EDF Renewables

About EDF Renewables

EDF Renouvelables is an international energy company that develops, builds and operates renewable energy production plants.

A major player in the world's energy transition, EDF Renewables deploys competitive, responsible and value-creating projects within EDF. In each country, our teams are engaged on a daily basis with the territories by putting their expertise and their capacity for innovation at the service of the fight against climate change.

At the end of 2022, EDF Renewables has an installed capacity of 11.4 GW net (18.5 GW gross) worldwide.

Mainly present in Europe and North America, the company is also developing in emerging markets such as: South Africa, Brazil, China, India and the Middle East. Historically active in onshore wind power and photovoltaics, the Company is significantly strengthening its position in installed and floating offshore wind power, as well as in new technologies such as energy storage, floating solar and agrivoltaics.

For more information : www.edf-renouvelables.com

Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edf-renouvelables and on Twitter @EDF_RE in French and @EDF_Renewables in English.

PRESS CONTACTS

EDF Renewables

Amélie Gaudinat such. : 06 71 92 52 66 ▪ email : amelie.gaudinat@edf-re.fr

Eugénie Gai ▪ such. : +33 (0)1 41 02 78 31 ▪ email : eugenie.gai@edf-re.fr

Emilien Lacroix ▪ such. : +33 (0)1 40 90 21 48 ▪ email : emilien.lacroix@edf-re.fr

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EDF Renewables inaugurates the Rivière des Galets solar power plant in Réunion

Le Port, October 27, 2023 – EDF Renewables inaugurates the Rivière des Galets solar power plant in Réunion. Located on a former “wild” landfill, it helps to give a second life to this site. It will provide the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of 4,500 people in renewable energy, or 14% of the population of the commune of Port, for the benefit of the island's energy transition.

With a capacity of 4.6 MWp, the solar power plant is located on municipal land in the economic and industrial activity zone called “ZAC ECOPARC Le Port”. Winner of the call for tenders from the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) in 2020, this project was able to succeed thanks to the support of the Port Municipality and the Urban Community of the West Coast Territory ( TCO). As part of the communities' energy transition policy, it contributes more broadly to the island's objective of energy autonomy and its decarbonization.

As part of this project, EDF Renewables undertook to clean up the site: nearly 2 tonnes of batteries and 1,100 tonnes of waste were collected and then sent to appropriate reprocessing channels.

Nearly 2 million euros of works contracts were awarded to local companies, making it possible to promote the skills of the region. Upkeep and maintenance of the plant will also be carried out by a Reunion company during the 20 years of operation.

The EDF Renewables teams, accompanied by expert offices and local environmental associations, carried out sustained and tailor-made work in order to significantly improve biodiversity on the site where the solar power plant is located. The site was initially covered by ruderal vegetation characterized by the presence of invasive exotic species, with numerous waste having accumulated there for several dozen
of years. Ultimately, the environmental measures will make it possible to restore the biodiversity of the site, in favor of heritage flora and avifauna. Local palm trees and shrubs will be planted and different species of birds will be able to find a new, more suitable habitat.

Sofiane Boukebbous, South-East and Overseas Area Director of EDF Renewables, said : “We are proud to inaugurate the Rivière des Galets solar power plant today and would like to thank the communities for their support throughout the project. EDF Renewables continues its development in Reunion: the Rivière des Galets power plant brings to three the number of ground-mounted solar power plants operated by EDF Renewables. In Sainte-Rose, on the other side of the island, we are also carrying out the renewal of a wind farm. These projects are in line with our objective of supporting territories in their energy transition, in particular non-interconnected areas which have adopted ambitious objectives.”

Olivier Hoarau, Mayor of the Port, said : “I am happy to see this solar power plant now operational. Le Port being one of the sunniest towns on the island, the Rivière des Galets site is the ideal location for this type of installation. We are proud to have initiated this virtuous project in several respects: it meets our ambitious energy transition objectives, gives a second life to this site, and mobilizes local companies, including for the next 20 years of operation. »

About EDF Renewables
EDF Renouvelables is an international energy company that develops, builds and operates renewable energy production plants. A major player in the world's energy transition, EDF Renewables deploys competitive, responsible and value-creating projects within EDF. In each country, our teams are engaged on a daily basis with the territories by putting their expertise and their capacity for innovation at the service of the fight against climate change.

At the end of 2022, EDF Renewables has an installed capacity of 11.4 GW net (18.5 GW gross) worldwide. Mainly present in Europe and North America, the company is also developing in emerging markets such as: South Africa, Brazil, China, India and the Middle East. Historically active in onshore wind power and photovoltaics, the Company is significantly strengthening its position in installed and floating offshore wind power, as well as in new technologies such as energy storage, floating solar and agrivoltaics.

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Toul-Rosières photovoltaic power plant: 10 years of low-carbon electricity production serving the region

Paris, October 9, 2023 – EDF Renewables celebrates the 10thth anniversary of the Toul-Rosières photovoltaic power plant. Made up of around 1.4 million solar panels and an installed capacity of 115 MWp, this park is the most powerful operated by EDF Renewables in France.

 Located on the former NATO air base 136, in Meurthe-et Moselle, this plant produces low-carbon electricity equivalent to the annual consumption of 55,000 inhabitants (heating included). Made up of 1.4 million photovoltaic panels, the plant occupies a total area of 367 hectares.

This former air base, built in 1952, placed under NATO and then French command after 1967, was closed definitively in 2004. The site has undergone numerous developments to support its reconversion. During technical studies, environmental diagnostics showed a significant level of soil pollution in certain locations. As a result, 8,000 tonnes of soil were evacuated to an approved treatment center. 280 military buildings and constructions, including 170 containing asbestos, were deconstructed. The construction phase, between June 2011 and May 2012, mobilized up to 700 people on the site. Half of them were recruited locally.

EDF Renewables has endeavored to take into account all the environmental issues of the site, as with all its projects. Wooded islands have been preserved inside the power station to create biological corridors and allow the movement of wildlife. Sensitive environmental areas and those hosting natural habitats have not been covered with solar panels in order to preserve their role for biodiversity. Honey plants were introduced to encourage the development of bees. Likewise, specific roosts and nest boxes have been installed to rehouse bats and birds present in disused buildings. All these measures have made it possible to maintain the presence of species on the site for 10 years.

Carlotta Gentile-Latino, Director of Land Activities France at EDF Renewables, said : " We are proud and happy to be able to support the region for 10 years in its energy transition. The Toul-Rosières photovoltaic power plant fully participates in the carbon neutrality objective set for 2050 by the Government. Proof of its good operational performance, the plant produced approximately 3% more low-carbon electricity than initially planned.

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