This is the first long-term supply contract for electricity from renewable sources for the brand.

Ivry-sur-Seine – June 5, 2023 – In line with its commitments for more virtuous energy, SIPLEC (E.Leclerc) has concluded with EDF Renewables a long-term purchase contract for electricity from renewable sources (or Corporate PPA) which will allow the construction of three photovoltaic parks located in Allier. The electricity production generated will make it possible to supply 1.5 % of the total consumption of the E.Leclerc brand in France.

A 20-year contract to promote renewable energies

This Corporate PPA with a total power of approximately 31 MWp and a duration of 20 years concerns the supply of the entire electrical production of three solar power plants located in the Allier department. Developed, financed, built and operated by Luxel, a 100% subsidiary of EDF Renewables, these plants will cover 1.5% of the electricity needs of the E.Leclerc Movement in low-carbon electricity.

The signing of this new contract adds to the 5.3 GW of Corporate PPA of renewable origin signed by the EDF Group worldwide since 2010, making it one of the major players in this sector. This contract contributes to the ambitions of the Group's Solar Plan, which aims to make EDF one of the leaders in photovoltaics in France¹.

A complementary means for more responsible energy consumption

Photovoltaic panels on the roofs of stores or shade houses to promote energy autonomy, multiplication of charging points for electric vehicles: the E.Leclerc Movement has been undertaking projects for more than a decade to promote higher energy consumption. sustainable. The signing of Corporate PPA with solar power plants to power the stores reinforces this brand strategy by proposing a new axis of deployment in favor of the energy transition. The agreement concluded with EDF Renewables in Allier is a first step intended to lead to similar projects elsewhere in the region.

Carlotta Gentile Latino, Director of Land Activities France at EDF Renewables, declares: “We are very happy to sign this long-term partnership with SIPLEC (E.Leclerc) and to contribute to its decarbonization objectives. This contract will allow it to secure a purchase price for 20 years and guarantee the renewable origin of the electricity consumed. The EDF Renewables teams are committed to offering innovative solutions to companies to support them in the energy transition through the supply of low-carbon electricity. »

Thierry Forien, Deputy Director of SIPLEC, adds: “For more than 40 years, we have been making energy accessible to as many people as possible. We are delighted to announce today this partnership with EDF Renewables which is in line with our historic commitments and further accelerates our contribution to the energy transition for all. »

ABOUT THE E.LECLERC MOVEMENT

With 734 stores and 544 members in France, E.Leclerc is the distribution leader in France. The brand achieved a turnover of 42.1 billion euros including tax (excluding fuel) in 2021. This performance results from a policy pursued since the creation of the E.Leclerc Movement in 1949: its daily fight to low prices and a unique economic model, based on a decentralized, cooperative and participatory organization. The members of the E.Leclerc Movement, independent entrepreneurs, share the same mission: to enable everyone to live better by spending less, thanks to innovative and responsible initiatives, by charging the lowest prices for comparable quality. Actors in local life, close to the ground, these members invest sustainably in order to make E.Leclerc centers places that meet the needs of their customers and defend their purchasing power on a daily basis.

ABOUT SIPLEC / E.LECLERC ÉNERGIES

SIPLEC is the subsidiary of the E.Leclerc Movement in charge of energies. A key player in this sector in France and 2nd French oil operator. SIPLEC markets offers to individuals and businesses in the fuel, electricity and natural gas sector. 4th required in France in terms of CEE Energy Saving Certificate obligation, SIPLEC is a major player in the field of energy efficiency and transition. SIPLEC addresses professionals and individuals to help them save energy by financing the work, as well as supporting the deployment of electrical terminals.

Press contact : E. Leclerc press service: 01 80 18 18 10, e.leclerc@babylone.fr

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
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