Consultation Relaunch
Electro Mobility Project Meeting scheduled in Parempuyre
Table of Contents
- Electro Mobility Project Meeting scheduled in Parempuyre
- Electro Mobility Materials Europe (EMME) Project: Your Questions Answered
- What is the Electro mobility Materials Europe (EMME) project?
- Where is the EMME Project Located?
- What are the Key Components of the EMME Project?
- What is the Estimated Cost of the EMME Project?
- Public consultation and Meetings
- What is the current status of the project?
- What is the role of the CNDP in the EMME Project?
- When and where is the upcoming public meeting scheduled?
- What other public events are planned?
- What is the purpose of these events?
- How can I participate in the public consultation?
- What happens after the public consultation period?
- Potential Impacts and Benefits
- Project Timeline
Parempuyre is set to host a public meeting on March 24 at 6:30 p.m. at Espace Art Y Show,focusing on the Electro Mobility Materials Europe (Emme) project. This project involves a nickel and cobalt conversion unit intended for electric mobility in Parempuyre and Blanquefort.
The project, with an estimated cost of 500 million euros, encompasses three main activities: a port and logistical handling area, a material sciences and process engineering laboratory, and a factory capable of processing 20,000 metric tons of nickel and 3,000 metric tons of cobalt into high-quality sulfates for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles.
Site Visit Planned
The meeting on Monday marks the first event under the guidance of the National Public Debate Commission (CNDP). The CNDP, an self-reliant administrative authority requested by the project leader in late 2024, will oversee the prior consultation period until May 15. The consultation will include public meetings, conferences, thematic workshops, and mobile information stands in various markets. The consultation will also extend to municipalities such as Bordeaux, Bassens, and potentially Talence.
A site visit to the Industrial-Portequina area, owned by the Grand Maritime Port of Bordeaux, is scheduled for Saturday, April 5. Registration is required.
Given the sensitivity of the project, the CNDP has appointed two guarantors to oversee the prior consultation. These individuals met with approximately 50 stakeholders from institutions, associations, residents, companies, and elected officials to identify key issues and concerns. These findings were presented to the Emme company and used to inform the creation of a 72-page consultation document. This document addresses various themes, including ecological transition, industrial sovereignty, the suitability of the project’s location, potential environmental risks, economic impacts (including the creation of 200 direct and 300 indirect jobs), and local taxation.
Focus on Quality Debate
The guarantors stated that The CNDP must provide the guarantee of a quality debate on healthy bases, free questions, transparent and complete answers, exchanges of arguments in a courteous climate.
They emphasized that their role is not to determine the project’s merit but to ensure a fair and transparent consultation process. We are not investigative commissioners. We will not issue any favorable or unfavorable opinion.Our record will target consultation. Was it in accordance with the values of the National Commission? Has the public have been well informed? Been able to express themselves? If questions have not received an answer, this will be meant to the client. We will make him a number of suggestions in relation to the rest of the events.
The National Commission for Public Debate must provide the guarantee of a quality debate on healthy bases.
Following the prior consultation on May 15, the guarantors will have one month to finalize their conclusions, which will be made public. Emme will then have two months to respond. If the project proceeds, the CNDP will appoint another guarantor to ensure continued information dissemination and public engagement until the public inquiry file is submitted. This stage is expected in the second half of 2025, at which point the project’s final form will be determined.
Previously, Emme has made adjustments to the project, such as reducing the land area required, eliminating sulfur dioxide from the manufacturing process, and utilizing water from the Blanquefort treatment station instead of drawing from the Garonne River. Construction is currently slated for 2026-2027.
Upcoming Events
A series of public events are scheduled:
- Launching Public Meeting: Monday, March 24, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Espace Art Y Show, Parempuyre.
- Conferences and Debates:
- monday, April 7, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Cap Sciences, Bordeaux, “Strategic Materials.”
- Monday, April 28, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Hôtel de Région, Bordeaux, ”Networks and Synergies.” Available via videoconference.
- Thematic Workshops: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 2, Salle du Vieux Logis, Parempuyre, and municipal council room, Blanquefort: “Resources and Environmental Impacts.”
- Tuesday, April 15, salle du Vieux Logis, parempuyre, and municipal council room, Blanquefort: “Logistics and Supply.”
- April 17, intergenerational space, Saint-Louis-de-Monferrand: “Industrial Risks and Flooding.”
- Mobile Information Stands:
- Saturday, March 29, Blanquefort market, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Sunday, March 30, Bassens market, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 9, tram stops, Place des Quinconces, Bordeaux, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, april 12, Plaine des Sports de Parempuyre (time to be announced).
- University Campus of Science and Technology college, Talence (date and time to be announced).
- Site Visit: Saturday,April 5,9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., project site. Registration required.
- Closing Public Meeting: Monday, May 12, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Salle de l’Art y show, Parempuyre.
Electro Mobility Materials Europe (EMME) Project: Your Questions Answered
What is the Electro mobility Materials Europe (EMME) project?
The Electro mobility Materials Europe (EMME) project involves the construction of a nickel adn cobalt conversion unit. This facility will be located in Parempuyre and blanquefort and is designed to support electric mobility by producing high-quality sulfates for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles. The project aims to process 20,000 metric tons of nickel and 3,000 metric tons of cobalt annually.
Where is the EMME Project Located?
The project is planned for the Industrial-Portequina area, located in Parempuyre and Blanquefort. This site is owned by the Grand Maritime Port of Bordeaux.
What are the Key Components of the EMME Project?
The EMME project is a thorough undertaking with several key components:
Port and Logistical Handling Area: this will facilitate the import and export of materials.
Material Sciences and Process Engineering Laboratory: This lab will be dedicated to research and development.
Factory: This facility will convert nickel and cobalt into high-quality sulfates for use in electric vehicle batteries.
What is the Estimated Cost of the EMME Project?
The estimated cost of the EMME project is 500 million euros.
Public consultation and Meetings
What is the current status of the project?
The project is currently in the public consultation phase, overseen by the National Public Debate Commission (CNDP).
What is the role of the CNDP in the EMME Project?
The CNDP is an autonomous administrative authority that ensures a fair and transparent public consultation process. Thier role is to facilitate a quality debate, ensure the public is well-informed, and that everyone has the opportunity to express their views. The CNDP does not determine the project’s merit but oversees the consultation process.
When and where is the upcoming public meeting scheduled?
The launching public meeting is to be held on Monday,March 24,from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Espace Art Y Show in Parempuyre.
What other public events are planned?
A series of public events are scheduled as part of the consultation process:
Conferences and Debates:
Monday, April 7, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Cap Sciences, Bordeaux, “Strategic Materials.”
Monday, April 28, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Hôtel de Région, Bordeaux, “Networks and Synergies.” Available via videoconference.
Thematic Workshops: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday,April 2,salle du Vieux Logis,Parempuyre,and municipal council room,Blanquefort: “Resources and Environmental Impacts.”
tuesday, April 15, salle du Vieux Logis, parempuyre, and municipal council room, Blanquefort: “Logistics and Supply.”
April 17, intergenerational space, Saint-Louis-de-Monferrand: “Industrial Risks and Flooding.”
Mobile Information Stands:
Saturday, March 29, Blanquefort market, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 30, Bassens market, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9, tram stops, Place des Quinconces, Bordeaux, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 12, Plaine des Sports de Parempuyre (time to be announced).
University Campus of Science and Technology college, Talence (date and time to be announced).
Site Visit:Saturday, April 5, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., project site. registration is required.
Closing Public meeting: Monday, May 12, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Salle de l’Art y show, Parempuyre.
What is the purpose of these events?
These events are designed to inform the public, gather feedback, and address any concerns regarding the EMME project. The CNDP encourages open dialog and aims to ensure that all stakeholders have a voice in the process.
How can I participate in the public consultation?
You can participate by attending the public meetings, workshops, and visiting the mobile information stands. A site visit to the project site is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, registration is required.
What happens after the public consultation period?
Following the consultation period, which ends on May 15, the guarantors will finalize their conclusions within one month, which will be made public. EMME will have two months to respond to these conclusions. If the project proceeds, the CNDP will appoint another guarantor to ensure continued information dissemination and public engagement until the public inquiry file is submitted, expected in the second half of 2025.
Potential Impacts and Benefits
What are the expected economic benefits of the project?
The project anticipates the creation of 200 direct and 300 indirect jobs.
Have there been any changes made to mitigate potential environmental impacts?
Yes, EMME has made adjustments to reduce the project’s environmental footprint, including:
Reducing the required land area.
Eliminating sulfur dioxide from the manufacturing process.
* Using water from the Blanquefort treatment station instead of drawing from the garonne River.
Project Timeline
When is the project expected to be completed?
Construction is currently slated for 2026-2027.
Overview of the EMME Project Timeline
| Phase | Timeline | Description |
| ————————– | ————————— | ————————————————————————————————————————————————— |
| Public Consultation | Until May 15 | Public meetings, workshops, and information stands to gather feedback. CNDP oversees the process. |
| Guarantors’ Conclusions | Within one month of May 15 | Public release of the guarantors’ findings from the consultation. |
| EMME Response | Within two months | EMME responds to the conclusions and findings of the public consultation. |
| Public Inquiry (if project proceeds) | Second half of 2025 | initial Public meeting to consider the project’s final form. Continued information dissemination and public engagement overseen by a guarantor. |
| Construction | 2026-2027 | The construction phase of the factory is scheduled to begin. |