Leroy Merlin stores in Poland to be powered by EDP’s solar panels

EDP, European leader in solar projects for businesses, through EDP Energia Polska, has partnered with Leroy Merlin, a global leading retailer in home improvement and gardening to power with solar panels some facilities of the company in Poland.

Through this deal, EDP will install solar plants with a total installed capacity of 4.6 MWp throughout 26 Leroy Merlin locations in Poland. EDP’s photovoltaic installations will supply stores in, among others, Bełchatów, Bielsko‑Biała, Jabłonna, Kłodzko, Kołbaskowo, Krosno, Kutno, Mikołów, Mirków, Modlniczka, Olsztyn, Piła, Płock, Poznań, Puławy, Sosnowiec, Suchy Las, Szczecin, Tarnów, Toruń, Warsaw (2 locations), Wieliczka, Wołomin, Wrocław and Żory.

The total annual production of clean energy will exceed 4.5 GWh, equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of over 900 households in Poland^[1]. By using solar energy, Leroy Merlin will reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 3,000 tonnes per year. For comparison, this amount of carbon dioxide could be absorbed in one year by more than 18,000 mature trees. All installations are scheduled to be operational by 2026.

For EDP, partnering with leading multinationals like Leroy Merlin strengthens its role as a trusted energy partner, helping clients meet rising electricity demand and adapt to evolving needs through customized solutions. Such agreements also support EDP’s goal of expanding clean energy capacity across its core markets.

For Leroy Merlin Polska, this is the next stage in its plan to achieve energy independence and increase the share of renewable energy in its chain of stores.

A key element of the investment are carport-type photovoltaic structures, unique in Poland, based on poles placed between parking rows, which will be built in car parks at Leroy Merlin Polska stores. The carports, measuring 3.5 metres in height, will not only be a source of clean energy, but also provide practical shelter for customers' and employees' vehicles against adverse weather conditions.

To increase energy production efficiency, double-sided photovoltaic panels will be used, which, due to their properties, increase the safety and reliability of the entire installation.

“Energy transition is one of our company's priorities, which is closely aligned with our consistent climate strategy. Thanks to our cooperation with EDP Energia Polska, we are implementing solutions that not only help us reduce our carbon footprint but also inspire our customers to apply similar technologies in their homes and businesses throughout Poland. Our Eco-Home offer provides customers with comprehensive solutions that save money and protect the environment," emphasizes Matthieu Pihery, CEO of Leroy Merlin Polska.

“We’re proud to support Leroy Merlin in achieving its ambitious sustainability goals, while reinforcing EDP’s role as a strategic partner to major companies with tailored, oriented solutions. Thanks to these installations, the store network will become more energy independent, reduce energy costs, and significantly lower its carbon footprint. The scale of our joint projects and our international experience allow us to deliver top‑quality solutions that genuinely support the energy transition and bring tangible benefits to both customers and the environment. A good example of such cooperation is another project that EDP and Leroy Merlin are jointly implementing in Portugal”, said Bruno Sá Cunha, head of Sales at EDP Energia Polska.

The project in the Polish market is part of a broader cooperation between Leroy Merlin and EDP in Europe. In Portugal, the two companies have signed an agreement for the supply of renewable energy with Guarantees of Origin (GO) for 70 Leroy Merlin stores, with an annual consumption of 42.6 GWh.

EDP entered Poland in 2007 through EDP Renewables, which develops and manages utility-scale projects. In 2020, the company expanded its presence with EDP Energia Polska, focused on distributed solar solutions for corporate clients. Today, EDP Renewables has over 0.6 GW of installed capacity in the country, while EDP Energia Polska has contracted nearly 270 MWp of clean energy.


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^[1] Assuming that a four-person household consumes 5,000 kWh per year.