ENERTRAG has announced a €1.1 billion investment plan to support France’s energy transition, committing to the development of new renewable energy and battery storage infrastructure across the country.
The announcement was made during the 9th edition of the Choose France Summit, held at the Château de Versailles on June 1, 2026.
As part of the investment strategy, ENERTRAG plans to commission at least 100 MW of renewable energy and battery storage capacity annually, with a long-term objective of reaching 1 GW of installed capacity in France by 2030.
The company stated that several of the planned projects will feature hybrid energy hubs that combine renewable power generation with battery storage systems. These integrated configurations are designed to improve grid flexibility, optimize energy flows, and support the efficient integration of renewable electricity into France’s power system.
Dr. Gunar Hering, Chief Executive Officer of ENERTRAG SE, said France remains one of the company’s key strategic markets and emphasized the group’s long-term industrial and financial commitment to the country. He noted that ENERTRAG intends to leverage its expertise in renewable energy systems to support the modernization and evolution of France’s electricity network.
The company highlighted two flagship projects that illustrate its integrated energy hub approach. In the Hauts-de-France region, ENERTRAG is developing a 120 MW energy hub that combines two wind farms with a battery energy storage facility. The project is scheduled to become operational in March 2027.
A second project is being developed in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, where a 110 MW energy hub will integrate three wind farms with battery storage infrastructure to enhance system flexibility and grid efficiency.
According to ENERTRAG, the hub-based architecture enables better utilization of existing grid infrastructure while facilitating greater renewable energy penetration. The company also revealed that additional projects based on the same model are currently under development across multiple regions of France.
Vincent Masureel, Managing Director of ENERTRAG France, said the renewable energy sector is entering a new phase in which the intelligent integration of generation assets into the grid has become increasingly important. He noted that combining renewable generation, storage, and controllability within energy hubs is essential for addressing growing flexibility requirements in modern power systems.
The investment plan further strengthens ENERTRAG’s presence in France, where the company has been active for more than 25 years. The initiative reflects continued confidence in the French renewable energy market and underscores the company’s commitment to supporting the country’s long-term decarbonization and energy transition objectives.
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