EDP will supply renewable energy to Decathlon stores in Portugal
This new agreement represents an expansion of the existing partnership between the two companies, which includes solar energy projects in six European countries, electric vehicle charging points in Portugal, and now, energy supply.
EDP, a global leader in renewable energy, and Decathlon, a global multi-specialist sports brand, are strengthening their joint commitment to sustainability through new electricity supply agreements that will cover the energy needs of 37 Decathlon stores in Portugal.
Under this contract, 100% green electricity, certified with Guarantees of Origin, will be supplied to Decathlon stores in Portugal, totaling 10 GWh per year.
With RE100-certified energy, this contract marks a new step in the strategic partnership that is shaping the future of energy. Decathlon thus becomes one of EDP’s first clients in the Iberian Peninsula to simultaneously integrate solutions for renewable energy supply, decentralized solar self-consumption, and electric mobility.
“This contract is more than the celebration of a partnership — it is the consolidation of a relationship between two companies aligned by a common commitment: a greener future. With this collaboration, we are demonstrating how it is possible to combine different sustainable energy solutions in an integrated and scalable approach. It is also a clear example of how EDP is chosen by multinationals in various markets, thanks to our ability to deliver solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Being the strategic partner of our clients in the energy transition is our ambition”, says António Araújo, Board Member of EDP Comercial, responsible for corporate clients.
For Decathlon, this partnership with EDP reinforces our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our activity and promoting responsible energy solutions. Since 2021, 100% of our units have been using electricity from renewable sources, and this new agreement represents another step in consolidating that path. Working with partners like EDP allows us to accelerate the energy transition through an integrated approach that combines renewable electricity supply, decentralized solar production, and electric mobility”, emphasizes Rebeca Santos, Head of Sustainability and Circularity at Decathlon Portugal.
Multi-geographic partnership for decentralized solar production
In 2024, EDP signed an agreement with Decathlon to install up to 12 MWp of solar energy on the rooftops of its facilities in Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium, and France.
In Portugal, to date, 21 solar plants are already in operation, ensuring Decathlon achieves a self-consumption level of around 26% of its total energy needs. These plants prevent the emission of approximately 700 tons of CO₂ per year, thanks to an estimated annual production of about 6.4 GWh.
This partnership follows EDP’s “As-a-Service” model, which covers the initial investment as well as the operation and maintenance of the solar installations throughout the contract. This solution enables Decathlon to reduce operational costs and its environmental footprint by decreasing dependence on conventional energy sources.
The remaining projects already underway are expected to be completed by the end of 2026, aligning with Decathlon’s goal of operating exclusively with renewable energy in all its stores worldwide by that date.
EDP, a leader in the decentralized solar segment, reaffirms its position as a key energy partner for large multinationals like Decathlon, offering comprehensive, customized solutions tailored to each client across multiple markets.
Electric mobility: more than 40 charging points in Portugal
EDP and Decathlon are also collaborating on the development of electric mobility infrastructure, with the installation of more than 40 charging points in Portugal. This initiative is part of the shared commitment of both companies to accelerate the transition to a decarbonized and sustainable energy model.
Since 2018, EDP has already contracted more than 6,550 charging points in Portugal and Spain. Usage figures for the EDP network have been breaking records every year, with around 3.4 million charging sessions already carried out at the company’s public network points, avoiding more than 52,000 tons of CO₂ emissions.