CNR restarts small hydro investments on Rhône, first of seven plants inaugurated

CNR inaugurated the first of seven small hydroelectric plants planned on the Rhône's natural branches by 2037, signaling a renewed investment cycle in French hydropower. The move aligns with France's push to expand renewable capacity, though the scale is modest relative to national targets. The project's significance lies in its contribution to baseload renewable generation and energy security.

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