Solar photovoltaic client case study – Carrefour Group

Supermarket leader Carrefour has committed to an ambitious solar project, the largest decentralized solar program in Europe by 2024.

Project context

To provide technical expertise and efficient multi-site deployment, Carrefour called on GreenYellow as part of its asset decarbonization program and to meet the solarization requirement for parking lots stipulated by the law on accelerating renewable energy.

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Project highlights

Helping the group significantly reduce its energy bill through self-consumption
Contribute to Carrefour’s goal of achieving 100% renewable energy by 2030
Anticipate the requirements of the ApER law (French law on the acceleration of renewable energy production) for parking lots larger than 1,500 m²

Large-scale deployment on busy sites
Equivalent to the electricity consumption of a city with 200,000 inhabitants
Solarization of nearly 180,000 parking spaces
Third-party financing model with an “as-a-service” model

Reduced CO2 emissions and dependence on fluctuations in electricity prices
Covers 20% of the electricity needs of the group’s stores
Improved comfort and protection for parked cars – Additional service for users