A major call for tenders at the end of August. In anticipation of the new Multi-Year Energy Plan (PPE) and the composition of the government, the Directorate-General for Energy and Climate (DGEC) and the Directorate-General for Enterprise (DGE) have announced two new calls for tenders for solar installations by the end of summer 2024, totaling 1.225 GW of solar energy. These tenders include:

• 925 MW for ground-mounted photovoltaics, open between August 19 and 30.
• 925 MW for ground-mounted photovoltaics, open between August 19 and 30

This latest tender marks the end of carbon footprint requirements

based on life cycle analysis (LCA) in favor of a

“country mix” approach.

Despite changes in government, the decision was made to launch these tenders before the new prime minister takes office to enable France to move forward with its energy goals.

Solar installations on sheep and cattle farms, as well as other agrovoltaic projects, are eligible for these tenders, provided they guarantee significant agricultural activity under the solar panels, in line with the objectives of the law on accelerating renewable energy.

For more information, click here. Installed capacity in France in 2024 here.