EDF Group, with its subsidiary Dalkia, is supporting Futuroscope’s transformation towards carbon neutrality through innovative energy solutions that accelerate the electrification of the Vienne-based leisure park and the transition of its energy uses. To raise visitors’ awareness of these challenges, Futuroscope has opened a dedicated attraction: Pulse, The Electric Odyssey.
The EDF Pavilion: A Fun and Educational Experience on the Electrification of Energy Uses
Located in one of the park’s historic pavilions, Pulse, The Electric Odyssey offers an interactive journey across more than 1,200 square metres, designed to help visitors understand the electrification of energy uses and the challenges of the energy transition. The experience highlights the solutions available to Futuroscope, the key role of low-carbon electricity, and the different sources that make up France’s electricity mix: nuclear, hydropower, wind, solar and geothermal energy.
The new pavilion features a range of interactive and immersive experiences, including:
- The Electric Odyssey by EDF: two immersive experiences delivering an interactive, multi-sensory show centred on energy.
- Hydro-Speed: thrilling water slides.
- Power Tower: an immersive attraction showcasing where electricity comes from (nuclear, hydropower, wind and solar energy) and exploring the uses of tomorrow.
- Kids Factory: a colouring workshop where children’s drawings come to life.
- Careers Lab: an interactive game introducing today’s and tomorrow’s professions, developed in partnership with Campus Numéria and ONISEP.
- Cyclo Boost: a game where visitors pedal to generate light.
- Bar Lab: a culinary experience combining molecular mixology and science.
- The 100% Electric Olympic Cauldron: a miniature installation inspired by the Olympic flame of the Paris 2024 Games.
Since opening in April, the pavilion has already welcomed more than 150,000 visitors.
"Pulse, The Electric Odyssey perfectly reflects Futuroscope’s identity: bringing science and innovation to life, helping people understand them and inspiring enthusiasm for them. Through our partnership with EDF Group, we are offering visitors a unique experience that enables them to grasp the challenges of the energy transition, with wonder serving as a powerful educational tool," said Rodolphe Bouin, Chairman of the Executive Board of Futuroscope.
"Futuroscope is a place where visitors can experience the world of tomorrow. Through Pulse, The Electric Odyssey, EDF aims to make electrification and the energy transition tangible and accessible to everyone. This partnership reflects our commitment to sharing knowledge, sparking curiosity and encouraging action to help build an electric future together," added Pierre Viriot, Brand and Image Director of EDF Group.
EDF Group Supporting Futuroscope’s Net-Zero Carbon Ambition
EDF Group and its subsidiary Dalkia are supporting Futuroscope in the electrification of its operations and its journey towards carbon neutrality.
Since 2025, EDF has supplied Futuroscope with electricity certified as originating 100% from renewable sources.
Since 2022, Dalkia has implemented a range of energy solutions to phase out fossil fuels and reduce the park’s CO₂ emissions, including:
- Geothermal energy networks combined with heat pumps capable of producing nearly 20 GWh of low-carbon heating (space heating and hot water) and cooling.
- Energy-efficiency measures, including the installation of LED lighting.
These projects require the expertise of 90 on-site specialists responsible for maintaining the park’s buildings and infrastructure.
"Built on more than 20 years of collaboration and mutual trust, we are proud to support Futuroscope in achieving carbon neutrality and electrifying its energy uses. This achievement demonstrates our ability to design and operate tailor-made energy solutions that enhance site performance while contributing to the decarbonisation of the entertainment and leisure sector," said Sylvie Jéhanno, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of Dalkia.