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Sanofi<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n

Powering Sanofi\u2019s operations: 4MW Ground Mounted Solar Farm<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”0px” bottom_margin=”0px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” bottom_margin=”0px” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][page_submenu alignment=”center” sticky=”true” bg_color=”#ffffff” link_color=”#001142″][page_link link_url=”#company” title=”Company” id=”1765796055713-8″ tab_id=”1765796055713-9″] [\/page_link][page_link link_url=”#project” title=”Project” id=”1765796055728-5″ tab_id=”1765796055728-3″] [\/page_link][page_link link_url=”#challenge” title=”Challenge” id=”1765796055735-9″ tab_id=”1765796055735-6″] [\/page_link][page_link link_url=”#solutions” title=”Solutions” id=”1765796055740-10″ tab_id=”1765796055740-4″] [\/page_link][page_link link_url=”#results” title=”Results” id=”1765796055744-4″ tab_id=”1765796055744-2″] [\/page_link][page_link title=”Looking ahead” id=”1765796055750-10″ tab_id=”1765796055751-6″ link_url=”#looking-ahead”][\/page_link][\/page_submenu][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#efefef” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”company” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

THE COMPANY<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

Sanofi, a commitment to improving people’s lives and delivering attractive growth<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”22537″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”center” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”custom” max_width_custom=”350px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”50px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”5%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” enable_gradient=”true” color_overlay=”#efefef” color_overlay_2=”#ffffff” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Sanofi Waterford is a significant manufacturing facility located in Waterford City in the Southeast of Ireland. Established in 2001, it serves as a key hub in Sanofi’s global network with state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology. Sanofi is an R&D driven; AI Powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The facility\u00a0operates\u00a024\/7 and has been audited by leading regulatory bodies worldwide,\u00a0maintaining\u00a0an excellent quality and compliance\u00a0track record. The site’s operational excellence is grounded in best practices and continuous improvement processes.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]Sanofi partnered with\u00a0<\/span>Greenvolt<\/span> Next to deploy a 4 MW ground-mounted solar farm to power part of its operations, accelerating its journey to <\/span>decarbonisation<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>renewable-energy<\/span>\u00a0self-sufficiency. The project reflects Sanofi\u2019s commitment to renewable electricity and carbon-neutral operations.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”3%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”project” enable_gradient=”true” color_overlay=”#efefef” color_overlay_2=”#ffffff” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

THE PROJECT<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

A 4 MW Ground-mounted solar farm<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Greenvolt<\/span> Next designed and delivered the 4 MW Ground-mounted solar farm, <\/span>comprising<\/span>\u00a0more than 5,700 panels and 10 inverters. The installation will generate approximately 3.2 GWh of renewable electricity annually, covering around 20% of the site\u2019s energy needs and enabling the avoidance of 950\u00a0<\/span>tonnes<\/span>\u00a0of CO\u2082 each year.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>This reduction in carbon emissions directly supports Sanofi\u2019s global environmental strategy, while\u00a0<\/span>demonstrating<\/span>\u00a0the Waterford site\u2019s leadership in climate action within the Irish pharmaceutical sector.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][image_with_animation image_url=”22550″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”15px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”project” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”center” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

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THE CHALLENGE<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

A reliable and scalable renewable energy solution <\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Sanofi needed a reliable, scalable renewable energy solution to:<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”]
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Advance towards its corporate climate goals (for example: net-zero or significant reduction in Scope 2 emissions). <\/span><\/span> <\/div>
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Reduce exposure to electricity price volatility and future carbon regulation risks. <\/span><\/span> <\/div>
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Demonstrate sustainability leadership within the pharmaceutical \/ industrial sector by integrating renewable energy at scale. <\/span><\/span> <\/div>
<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]A ground-mounted solar farm was selected as the recommended solution as rooftop or small-scale PV systems alone would not achieve the needed scale to make a material impact, especially given the significant electricity consumption typical for a pharmaceutical facility. The 4 MW scale targets a meaningful share of consumption while remaining logistically and technically feasible on available land. <\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][image_with_animation image_url=”22568″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”15px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”50px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”3%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”solutions” enable_gradient=”true” color_overlay=”#efefef” color_overlay_2=”#ffffff” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” sticky_content=”true” sticky_content_functionality=”js” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n
SOLUTIONS<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

A tailored solution to meet Sanofi’s needs<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

Technical Solution<\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”]
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Deployed a 4MW ground mounted solar farm\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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Integrated with Sanofi energy management system to\u00a0<\/span>optimise<\/span>\u00a0renewable<\/span>\u00a0energy<\/span>\u00a0usage on site\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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Financial Solution<\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”]
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Financed,\u00a0<\/span>built<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>maintained<\/span>\u00a0by\u00a0<\/span>G<\/span>reenevolt<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>N<\/span>ext\u00a0<\/span>I<\/span>reland in<\/span>\u00a0a<\/span>\u00a020 year<\/span>\u00a0long term PPA<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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This model enables Sanofi to achieve sustainability and cost savings with zero upfront investment<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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A zero upfront investment for Sanofi<\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

A key enabler of the project is a long-term\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)<\/span><\/span>\u00a0between Sanofi and\u00a0<\/span>Greenvolt<\/span> Next. Under this arrangement, Sanofi <\/span>purchases<\/span> the renewable electricity generated by the 4 MW solar farm at a stable, predictable rate, protecting the business from future energy-price volatility and carbon-cost exposure. The PPA ensures guaranteed offtake for the solar asset while allowing Sanofi to secure clean, locally generated power without the need for upfront capital investment. This model provides both financial certainty and measurable sustainability benefits, supporting Sanofi\u2019s broader <\/span>decarbonisation<\/span>\u00a0commitments and long-term energy strategy.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

Operations and Maintenance (O&M)<\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]To ensure Sanofi solar system runs smoothly\u00a0and safely for the incoming years,\u00a0Greenvolt\u00a0Next\u00a0will\u00a0provide comprehensive O&M services:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”]
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20 year<\/span>\u00a0maintenance contract<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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Continuous system performance monitoring<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/div>
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THE RESULTS<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]\n

Delivering strong, measurable outcomes for Sanofi <\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]The 4 MW ground-mounted solar farm delivers strong, measurable outcomes for Sanofi, supporting both operational performance and long-term sustainability targets.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The system produces\u00a0<\/span>3.2GW of clean electricity annually<\/span><\/b>, directly supplying Sanofi\u2019s facility and reducing dependence on grid electricity. This\u00a0represents\u00a0<\/span>20% of the site\u2019s annual electricity consumption<\/span><\/b>, meaningfully reducing exposure to energy price volatility.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”50px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”results” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]By replacing grid electricity with on-site solar generation, the solar farm helps avoid approximately\u00a0<\/span>950\u00a0tonnes\u00a0of CO\u2082 emissions every year<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This reduction contributes directly to Sanofi\u2019s global\u00a0decarbonisation\u00a0commitments and enhances the transparency of its Scope 2 reporting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]The project\u00a0demonstrates\u00a0Sanofi\u2019s leadership in environmental performance within the pharmaceutical sector.\u00a0It strengthens the company\u2019s position across:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]

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Corporate sustainability disclosures \u00a0<\/span><\/span> <\/div>
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LOOKING AHEAD<\/span><\/h6>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Performance monitoring & reporting:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Once commissioned,\u00a0Greenvolt\u00a0Next\u00a0Ireland\u00a0and Sanofi will\u00a0monitor\u00a0output (kWh), CO\u2082 avoided, and share performance data,\u00a0demonstrating\u00a0the real-world impact and contributing to transparency in sustainability reporting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Potential scaling:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Depending on electricity demand and land availability, there is scope to expand capacity, or replicate the model at other Sanofi sites.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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