TotalEnergies secures its dominance in rooftop solar ventures in France by clinching the top spot in the recent call for tenders orchestrated by the French Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE). The company bags over 80 MWp or 22% of the total awarded capacity, solidifying its leading position in the market.
Firm Footing in Rooftop Solar
This latest triumph bolsters TotalEnergies’ stature as a major developer of rooftop solar installations across France, boasting a capacity surpassing 500 KWp. The scope includes diverse setups like building rooftops, greenhouses, warehouses, canopies, and agrivoltaic shades.
Facilitating Energy Transition
TotalEnergies propels the energy transition of various businesses by solarizing their B2B sites. Through this initiative, the company facilitates the generation of renewable electricity on-site, enabling significant cost savings on electricity bills for customers while concurrently slashing carbon footprints.
Marin de Montbel, Managing Director of TotalEnergies Renewables France, expresses pride in the achievement, highlighting the company’s expertise in rooftop photovoltaics. He emphasizes TotalEnergies’ pivotal role as a strategic partner for companies dedicated to decarbonizing their operations and embracing the energy transition.
TotalEnergies’ Commitment to Renewables
TotalEnergies is deeply committed to renewable energy ventures, with notable investments and operational activities in France. With over 620 wind, solar, and hydropower plants along with battery storage facilities already operational, the company is accelerating its renewable energy efforts in the country.
As part of its broader ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, TotalEnergies is actively expanding its renewable energy portfolio. The company aims to increase its gross renewable electricity generation capacity to 35 GW by 2025 and achieve more than 100 TWh of net electricity production by 2030.
About TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies stands as a global multi-energy company, committed to delivering affordable, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions worldwide. With operations spanning nearly 130 countries, the company prioritizes sustainable development across its projects and operations to contribute to societal well-being.
Source：businesswire.com
