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François Puthod
Freelance journalist specializing in the water and energy sectors, François Puthod contributes to several French institutional and professional publications. He joined the editorial team of pv magazine France in 2023.
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Articles written by François Puthod
France’s Reden halts solar module production
Reden has halted solar module production at its Roquefort-sur-Soulzon facility, citing mounting cost pressures and competition from Asian manufacturers. The closure marks another setback for French solar manufacturing, leaving Voltec as the country’s only remaining PV panel producer.
Shallow gabion foundations enable solar plant deployment on archaeological site
Shallow gabion foundations enabled the installation of a solar plant on an archaeological site with minimal ground disturbance. The approach ensures structural stability while preserving sensitive subsurface heritage through a fully reversible foundation system.
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French startup offers concrete solar carport for heavy weight vehicles
Visionpark is developing a concrete-structure photovoltaic canopy for heavy-duty vehicle parking areas, logistics hubs, and highway rest stops. In addition to generating electricity, the installation is designed to maintain refrigerated trucks at the required temperature and provide power while vehicles are stationary.
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Morocco begins construction on 305 MW Noor Atlas solar program
Morocco’s state energy agency and national utility have signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) and begun construction on six Noor Atlas solar plants totaling 305 MW. The project – financed by KfW, the European Investment Bank and Bank of Africa – aims to expand renewables, support local industry and create regional jobs.
Key takeaways from Solaire Expo Maroc
A pavilion dedicated to electric vehicles, a dominant Chinese presence and limited European representation shaped the solar trade show held Feb. 10 to 12 in Casablanca, Morocco. Local distributors warned of rising prices for Chinese solar equipment, while a booming commercial and industrial (C&I) segment, a nascent residential market, emerging storage demand and largely untapped solar potential underscored the sector’s direction.
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