Innergex Announces the Full Commissioning of the La Cense Wind Farm in the Oise Region of France

LYON, France, April 2, 2026 /CNW/ - Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. ("Innergex") and EOLFI are pleased to announce the full commissioning of the La Cense wind farm, located in the municipality of Saint-André-Farivillers, approximately 25 km northeast of Beauvais, in the Oise department (60) in France. The facility is equipped with four Nordex N117 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 3.3 MW, for a total installed capacity of 13.2 MW.

"The La Cense wind farm is fully aligned with Innergex's development strategy in France, which focuses on building a portfolio of high-performing, sustainable assets that are firmly rooted in local communities. This project complements our existing operations, strengthens our footprint in the Hauts-de-France region, and creates synergies with our other nearby assets," said Jean Trudel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Innergex.

"We are particularly proud of the success of the community investment initiative for the La Cense project, which reflects strong local support and engagement. Its commissioning also highlights the momentum of our team and the strength of our advanced development portfolio in France, especially in wind and agrivoltaic projects. Each new project reinforces our ability to move forward efficiently and in close collaboration with local stakeholders," said Guillaume Jumel, Vice President and Managing Director – France at Innergex.

"Nearly ten years after our first discussions with local elected officials, it is extremely rewarding to see this project, originally developed by EOLFI and a strong example of our development expertise, come to life, with turbines now up and running. We are very pleased with the collaboration established with Innergex," said Youssef El Hayani-Taïb, Head of Wind Development at EOLFI and the project's original lead.

Each year, the La Cense wind farm will generate approximately 33,000 MWh of clean electricity, avoiding an estimated 1,425 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually and contributing to France's energy transition and emissions reduction goals.

A project partly financed by local communities
To foster local participation, a community investment campaign was launched in late 2025 for residents of the Oise department and neighboring areas (Aisne, Somme, Seine-Maritime, Eure, Seine-et-Marne, and Val-d'Oise). The initiative raised over €2.6 million through bonds offering a 7.25% interest rate, complementing previously secured bank financing.

Construction began in February 2025 and involved several contractors, including local companies, particularly for civil works. This approach reflects Innergex and EOLFI's commitment to supporting local economic activity wherever they operate.

The project benefits from a 20-year power purchase agreement, providing long-term revenue visibility. It also further strengthens Innergex's presence in the Hauts-de-France region, with expected synergies with nearby projects, including the Bois des Cholletz wind farm in Conchy-les-Pots (60), as well as other projects currently under development in the area.

About Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.
For more than 35 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. As an independent renewable power producer which develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities, Innergex is convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. Innergex conducts operations in Canada, the United States, France and Chile and manages a large portfolio of high-quality assets currently consisting of interests in 90 operating facilities with an aggregate net installed capacity of 3,592 MW (gross 4,424 MW), including 42 hydroelectric facilities, 37 wind facilities, 8 solar facilities and 3 battery energy storage facilities. Innergex also holds interests in 18 projects under development with a gross installed capacity of 1,959 MW, 6 of which are under construction, as well as prospective projects at different stages of development with an aggregate gross installed capacity totalling 11,859 MW.

In France, Innergex owns 17 wind farms with a combined capacity of 337 MW. Since 2023, Innergex France has partnered with Crédit Agricole.

To learn more, visit innergex.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

About EOLFI
For over 20 years, EOLFI has specialized in the development of onshore wind and solar photovoltaic renewable energy projects. As a leading French independent power producer (IPP), EOLFI relies on a team of more than 25 professionals dedicated to advancing the energy transition in a responsible and sustainable way. The company has developed 164 MW of solar projects and 600 MW of onshore wind projects currently in operation in France. Its current development portfolio totals 800 MW across various stages of wind and solar projects.

SOURCE Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.

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