Corsica Sole initiates construction of solar power plant at Cirey-sur-Vezouze

Corsica Sole launches a 5.4 MWp solar power plant in Cirey-sur-Vezouze, designed to revitalize a brownfield site and cover local electricity consumption.
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Corsica Sole, Europe’s market leader in solar power and energy storage, recently announced the start of construction work on a solar power plant in Cirey-sur-Vezouze, Meurthe-et-Moselle. This project is part of the company’s strategy to optimize the use of brownfield sites while increasing its renewable energy production capacity. Corsica Sole has also announced the inauguration of a solar power plant in the Vosges, similar to the one at Cirey-sur-Vezouze.

A strategic investment for Corsica Sole

Corsica Sole, an independent solar power producer, is expanding its portfolio of projects with the construction of a new solar power plant on a 4.2 hectare site in Cirey-sur-Vezouze. Equipped with 8,600 latest-generation photovoltaic panels, the plant will have an installed capacity of 5.4 MWp, capable of producing 6 GWh annually. This production will cover the entire electricity consumption of the municipality, i.e. more than 2,000 inhabitants.
The installation of this plant reflects Corsica Sole’s ambition to develop large-scale projects throughout France. The project was designed to maximize energy efficiency while revitalizing unused industrial areas. This type of investment enables the company to strengthen its market position while meeting the growing demand for renewable energy.

Rehabilitation and Resource Optimization

Rehabilitating the former glassworks at Cirey-sur-Vezouze into a solar power plant is an opportunity for Corsica Sole to demonstrate its expertise in transforming brownfield sites into productive energy assets. The project includes asbestos removal and demolition work to prepare the site for the installation of solar panels.
Pierre Bréard, Project Manager for photovoltaic power plants at Corsica Sole, explains: “With this project, we are optimizing an unused industrial wasteland into a renewable energy source, meeting local energy needs while supporting our growth strategy.” This type of initiative enables Corsica Sole to use land that cannot be used for other economic activities, thus maximizing the use of available resources.

Timeline and Future Development

Construction work on the plant will start in July 2024, with an initial phase of demolition of existing structures scheduled for late August to late October. Communication with the residents of Cirey-sur-Vezouze will be maintained throughout the works to ensure transparency and the support of the local community.
Corsica Sole expects the plant to be operational in 2025, making a significant contribution to increasing solar energy production in France. With this project, Corsica Sole reinforces its ability to carry out large-scale projects and establish itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector.

Economic and Strategic Perspectives

This project is part of Corsica Sole’s wider strategy to diversify its energy assets and increase its production capacity. Converting brownfield sites into solar power plants represents an effective approach to increasing renewable energy production without the need for costly new land acquisitions.
The Cirey-sur-Vezouze solar power plant is an example of Corsica Sole’s commitment to using innovative solutions to meet today’s energy challenges. By converting abandoned industrial sites into productive energy sources, the company demonstrates its ability to capitalize on market opportunities while supporting sustainability objectives.

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