Helexia, an international player in energy transition, has announced the construction of 10 photovoltaic power plants representing a portfolio of 1.6 megawatts for Auchan Retail Senegal.
Helexia is offering its expertise to Auchan Retail Senegal for the development, construction and commissioning of solar power plants installed on the roofs of its shops. This self-consumption project involves 10 sites across Senegal.
The power plants will generate 2,600 megawatt-hours, covering the annual electricity consumption of 7,800 people – around half the consumption of a Senegalese town like Ouakam. It will prevent the emission of more than 1,750 tonnes of CO2 per year, representing the equivalent of 1,250 round trips between Paris and Dakar by plane.
“I am delighted to be working with our partner Auchan Retail in Senegal to help them achieve their low-carbon ambitions. This first project in West Africa will enable us to strengthen our presence on the continent.”
Benjamin Simonis,
CEO of Helexia
“This project is part of a global approach initiated by Auchan Retail in all the countries where we operate. Our aim is twofold: to reduce our carbon footprint while improving the competitiveness of our electricity supplies.”
Eric Bogne,
Energy Transition Director – Auchan Retail
