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Installation of battery energy storage systems in French Guiana

Missions
  • Defining the processes for managing cost, schedule and risk
  • Coordination of stakeholders, interface management, reporting
  • Acceptance of civil engineering works

Client

EDF

Date

Since 2025

Localisation

French Guiana

setec eocen supports EDF in deploying battery energy storage systems (BESS).

EDF has launched an energy transition programme for the so-called ‘inland’ municipalities of French Guiana. It covers the municipalities of Camopi, Saint Georges de l’Oyapock, Régina, Papaïchton, Grand Santi and Maripasoula.

The project:

To install battery energy storage systems (BESS), initially solar-powered, then combined with hydroelectric power. They are scheduled to come online between 2027 and 2029.

eocen’s added value:

  • Coaching and mentoring of project management teams 
  • Structuring of milestones and activities in a hybrid mode
  • A fresh, impartial perspective on certain projects

Learn more about BESS on EDF website.

battery energy storage systems

Expertises

Project Management Operations

Key figures

  • 6 sites (3 on the Maroni side + 3 on the Oyapock side)
  • 6 energy storage batteries (BESS) units to be installed

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