Whysol Secures Minority Investment from Crédit Agricole Assurances
Deal News | Mar 26, 2025 | Legal Community Italy
Crédit Agricole Assurances has acquired a minority stake in Whysol Renewables, an Italian independent renewables producer under the umbrella of Whysol Investments. This investment is aimed at supporting Whysol's growth in the renewable energy sector, especially with the development of new battery storage technologies. Legal advisory for Crédit Agricole Assurances was provided by PedersoliGattai, with the team focusing on energy and antitrust aspects. Whysol was advised by Legance, handling corporate and financial vendor due diligence, and further supported by EY Studio Legale Tributario for fiscal and financial structuring. This strategic investment highlights Crédit Agricole Assurances' continued commitment to the renewable energy sector in Europe, having been an investor since 2014.
Sectors
- Renewable Energy
- Legal Services
- Financial Advisory
Geography
- Italy – Whysol Renewables, the target company, is based in Italy, where its renewable energy assets are located.
- Europe – Crédit Agricole Assurances is an investor in the European renewable energy sector, affirming its broader geographical investment strategy.
Industry
- Renewable Energy – The article discusses an investment in Whysol Renewables, an Italian company involved in solar and wind energy production.
- Legal Services – Legal advisory played a crucial role in facilitating the investment, with involvement from PedersoliGattai and Legance.
- Financial Advisory – EY Studio Legale Tributario provided financial and tax structuring services, highlighting the importance of financial advisory in the deal.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whysol Renewables | Target | Company | An Italian renewable energy producer owning solar and wind assets. |
| Crédit Agricole Assurances | Investor | Company | A long-term investor in European renewable energy. |
| PedersoliGattai | Legal Advisor to Crédit Agricole Assurances | Company | |
| Legance | Legal Advisor to Whysol | Company | |
| EY Studio Legale Tributario | Financial and Tax Advisor to Whysol | Company |