France to build 50 offshore wind farms by 2050

France is targeting to build 50 offshore wind farms by 2050, President Emmanuel Macron said, Report informs, citing TASS.

According to him, France needs to develop renewable energy projects at a faster pace.

The offshore wind farms will be developed to reach 40 GW by building 50 wind farms.

"We must have a very clear strategy for each type of renewable energy. First of all, solar energy, because such stations are cheaper and better adapted to the landscape," said Macron.

According to the President, France can produce all the equipment for solar power plants.