TotalEnergies Wins Contract for Centre Manche 2 Wind Project

The French government selected TotalEnergies, partnering with RWE, to develop the Centre Manche 2 offshore wind farm. Slated to be France's largest renewable energy project, the initiative represents a €4.5 billion investment by TotalEnergies. Located 40 kilometers off Normandy's coast, the 1.5-gigawatt wind farm aims to generate approximately 6 terawatt-hours of electricity annually. This output will supply over one million homes with green energy at a cost of €66 per megawatt-hour. Construction of the wind farm is projected to create 2,500 jobs in Normandy during its three-year building phase. TotalEnergies intends to prioritize local suppliers for essential equipment, boosting the regional economy. The company stated its commitment to sustainable practices, including recycling wind turbine components and sourcing materials primarily from European manufacturers. TotalEnergies emphasizes the project's benefits for the local community through job creation and regional economic stimulus. The company aims to ensure the project aligns with its broader renewable energy goals. The project is expected to be operational by 2028.