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Last Thursday, the segment “On se décarbone” by Raphael Gerson (Le 5/7 hosted by Mathilde Munos on France Inter), showcased a real solution for the social acceptance of wind farms: citizen-led projects supported by Énergie Partagée.

It all began ten years ago with the Béganne wind farm in Brittany, funded and decided by over 1,000 local residents. Today, more than 500 similar initiatives exist across France: wind farms, solar plants, geothermal stations… Citizens and local governments co-manage governance and make key decisions, such as project locations.

Through Énergie Partagée, these projects allow citizens to invest in the energy transition close to home while creating local benefits—especially in job creation. The platform facilitates new projects by collecting community savings and guiding ideas through to commissioning.

💡 An inspiring model of democratic and local energy transition!

Listen to Raphaël Gerson’s segment on France Inter

This week, Adrien LONG takes you behind the scenes of urban rehabilitation. In episode 2 of ALTEV Native, he explains how his teams bring new life and purpose to existing buildings by adapting them to the current and future needs of their ecosystems 🌍.

An approach combining heritage preservation and technical innovation to rethink urban living.

🎧 Listen to this episode now

Tune in to episode two of ALTEV NATIVE

On November 28, join key players in hotel investment for exclusive discussions at the Hospitality Asset Forum. Jean-Marc Palhon, Chairman of EXTENDAM, will share his market outlook alongside executives from Montefiore Investment, AccorInvest, and Atream during a must-attend panel.

With more than 1,300 hotels and 200,000 keys across Europe under their management, these leaders will present their strategies in today’s economic and geopolitical context.

📅 Save the date: November 28 at the Grand Hôtel Intercontinental Paris

More info on Hospitality On

On September 13, the Grand Est region will inaugurate the solar farm at the Espace du Génie in Écrouves—a 11.87 MW project developed on a former military brownfield. This citizen-led initiative is a collaboration between SEM SIPEnR, Enercoop Nord-Est (ENErgic), Énergie Partagée, and the Terres Touloises Community of Municipalities (CC2T).

Why is it remarkable?

With shared governance and citizen funding, the project is a milestone for local energy transition while repurposing a disused military site. Labeled by Énergie Partagée, it exemplifies a strong commitment to renewable energy that respects both territory and people.

“As it is managed by local and social economy actors, this project enables the community to reclaim ownership of renewable energy production. It’s a virtuous initiative combining shared governance, ethical funding, local roots, and ecological responsibility,” says Erwan Boumard, Director of Énergie Partagée.

🔋 11.81 MW of renewable power, generating 13,000 MWh of green electricity annually—a big step forward thanks to citizen investment!

Read the full article in PV Magazine

We’re proud to have contributed to the creation of the brand-new podcast ALTEV NATIVE, which takes a deep dive into urban regeneration. Alongside co-founders Adrien LONG and Anne-Laure Camilotto, this podcasts highlights diverse ways to transform our cities by working with what already exists.

🔗 Follow ALTEV on LinkedIn to hear the first episode of this six-part podcast, and join us every week on this exciting journey! 🏙️

Listen to the first episode of ALTEV NATIVE

Since 2000, Le Garage Moderne—founded by Béatrice Aspart, Véronique Goglin, and Boufeldja Labri—has been more than just a repair shop. Located in Bordeaux, this 2,200 sqm space has become a local hub where residents from Bacalan and beyond come to share skills and moments of togetherness.

Through participatory workshops and cultural events, Le Garage Moderne promotes reuse, repair, and DIY culture while fostering solidarity. With over 5,000 members and nearly 300 volunteers, it’s become a vital part of the community, offering even a cooperative cafeteria and emergency food aid.

👏 Congratulations to the team for this inspiring initiative that blends creativity, mutual aid, and social commitment!

Learn more about Le Garage Moderne

The Énergie Partagée label has just recognized another transformative local project—the Calvisson solar initiative—for its exemplary shared governance and positive regional impact. It now joins the growing family of labeled citizen energy projects [Citizen Energy Map].

Led by the municipality of Calvisson, the ECDC association, and the ACTTE cooperative, the project highlights the value of a local, citizen-driven approach to renewable energy.

Why is this label important?

It certifies that projects meet strict criteria for transparency, environmental benefit, and local economic return. This unique model puts citizens at the heart of the energy transition.

With more than 360 labeled projects across France, the Énergie Partagée label is now a trusted benchmark for impactful, ethical, and sustainable local initiatives.

The citizen movement is growing fast, and this new project proves once again the power of participative energy transition.

Learn more in Objectif Gard

🌍 In two months, La Fabrique du Tourisme returns for its 7th edition, this year hosted at EquipHotel! Created in 2020 by EXTENDAM, Bpifrance, and MKG Consulting, the initiative brings together 50+ hospitality leaders to rethink the future together.

💡 At the heart of the discussion: artificial intelligence. How can AI transform natural resource management, waste handling, and satisfaction for guests and staff alike? Expect bold ideas and innovation for the hotel industry.

📅 See you on November 7 at 10:30 a.m. on the EquipHotel Main Stage (Pavilion 7.3) for an exciting lineup of solutions!

Read the full article in L’Hôtellerie Restauration

The Faculty of Law at the Catholic University of Lille and the Lille Bar Association have launched an innovative initiative: the Legal Access Bus. This mobile unit offers free legal assistance to vulnerable populations in areas without legal aid offices.

Volunteer lawyers and law students provide consultations covering employment, family, housing, criminal law, debt, and more. The goal? Quality legal support—close to those who need it most.

This initiative fights legal exclusion due to geographic or economic barriers and offers students real-world training under expert supervision.

Learn more about the Legal Access Bus

From design to concept, hybrid hotels are on the rise. These models help optimize space and target diverse audiences. EXTENDAM has invested in several hybrid concepts in recent years.

Inès de l’Aulnoit, Partner at EXTENDAM, said:

“We like investing in hotels that combine services like serviced residences, offices, or housing. They attract varied clients through multiple distribution channels. We have recently converted a former business center into an aparthotel in Boulogne-Billancourt via our Convert Hotel fund. In Marseille, we financed a RockyPop Hotel from a former tourist residence. These projects involve reworking shared spaces to offer large, welcoming dining areas and new services like bike repair and flower shops—attracting local foot traffic.”

Find her full analysis in Industrie Hôtelière