How many companies work in French wind energy?

More than 900 companies with complementary expertise and skills compose the French wind energy ecosystem. In total, over 25,000 talents work directly or indirectly in this industry, a number which is quickly increasing, +12% compared to 2019.

How many wind turbine manufacturers are there in France?

There are 12 wind turbine manufacturers in France. Of these, 10 manufacturers are still active. The remaining 2 are inactive. 48 wind turbines are registered for the selection of manufacturers. Contact details and further information are available for the manufacturers. This cookie is native to PHP applications.

Why is wind power important in France?

As a renewable, clean, safe and inexhaustible energy source, the development of wind power is critical in today’s energy transition context. Therefore, it is not a coincidence that the electricity production from wind power has increased during the last years in France to reach 37.5 TWh at the end of 2022.

Where are wind farms in France?

Other wind farms are currently under construction, for example, in Fécamp (Normandie) and Saint-Brieuc (Bretagne). The onshore sector increased its production capacity by 1.9 GW in 2022. Learn more: Wind power in France: why the transition will accelerate

How has the French wind industry changed over the last 10 years?

On top of new wind farms leading to greater production capacity, the French ecosystem continues to innovate and improve its technologies. During the last 10 years, wind turbines have grown by 17% in size while their production capacity increased by 200%.