Offshore Wind in France - Business Opportunities
France's electricity mix is heavily reliant on nuclear power production. The country's goal is to achieve energy independence whilst increasing the proportion of renewable energy in its electricity mix. The government’s latest announcements confirm a favourable political context to further develop offshore wind in France.
This webinar will provide an introduction to the offshore wind objectives and targets of France and how they are pursued in energy planning and tenders. Specifically, the webinar will provide information on the business opportunities for Danish companies including upcoming tenders taking place in 2024 and early 2025. Among these tenders, a mega-tender of around 10 GW has been announced.
The Danish Embassy in France is deeply engaged in a partnership with France, sharing information and expertise in wind energy, particularly regarding the build-out of offshore wind. Experts from the embassy will share information and be available for questions. Further, Danish companies already involved in the sector in France will share their experience. Further, the webinar will provide an overview of concrete activities and steps for companies wishing to engage and pursue the opportunities through 2024.
The webinar takes place at 12.30 – 13.30. After the webinar, companies can book an individual free consultation with experts from the Danish Embassy in France later that same afternoon. Physically at the House of Industry in Copenhagen or online.
*The webinar will take place in English.
Programme
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12.30 Welcome
Hans Peter Slente, Head of Green Energy Exports, DI Energy
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The French Offshore Wind Opportunity
Benoît Bizet, Energy Attaché, Offshore Wind Expert, Danish Embassy in France Ana Elena Kelly, Advisor on Offshore Wind, Danish Embassy in France
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Our Experience from Offshore Wind in France
Frédéric Petit, President of Offshore in France, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
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Q&A
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Enclosures: Report and presentation
Enclosures: Report and presentation assessing the socio-economic impact of offshore wind power development up to 2050 in France (QBIS, 2023).
