What impact do wind turbines have on French property prices and are new ones planned? Proposals to install turbines in rural areas are likely to face considerable opposition
France’s Competition Authority urges end of regulated electricity prices It said it would encourage more competition in the sector
When is ‘chauffage collectif’ (communal heating) switched on in France? Around one in five people have a communal heating system
news Gas bills expected to reduce in France this September A slight drop is to come after months of significant increases
How to save energy and money running your swimming pool at French home Try these tweaks to avoid excess electricity and water bills
Linky meter power reduction test in French homes considered a success The scheme is not expected to be used again in the foreseeable future
Solar panel scams affect one in three buyers in France Unscrupulous practices include excessive delays, exaggerated promises, and pressure to sign up ‘on the spot’, says consumer group
Gas bills rise in France: compare energy providers Around 10.5 million households in France use gas as their main source of energy. Prices are set to rise from July 1. Providers include Ohm Energie, TotalEnergie, Happ-e (a subsidiary of Engie) and EDF (Électricité de France)
Gas bills in France to rise by almost 12% on July 1 The hike affects some 10 million households in France that use gas as their main energy source
Electricity bills: Engie and other firms criticised for bad practice Underestimated monthly invoices and illegal late billing are among ‘recurring’ issues, says mediator
France to build more reactors as nuclear prioritised At least six new reactors and potentially as many as 14 could be built to meet climate change goals
France revamps energy renovation grants scheme to boost take-up MaPrimeRénov’ rules for homeowners and tradespeople to become simpler after applications plummet
You do not have to pay ‘catch-up’ French energy bills if sent too late There is a set period in which ‘regularisation’ bills must be delivered Warning over Linky electricity meter frauds in France What can I do if I have lost my French energy voucher? Points to consider if heating your French home with fuel oil
What changes in France in March 2024 for residents A number of deadlines are included as well as changes affecting the price of non-food items and medical fees Property energy rating system in France eased (a little) New energy cheque in France: you may need to apply this year Noise is top concern stopping heat pump installation in France Six tips to save money on your boiler in France Home and daily life: Changes to expect in France for 2024
Permit granted for sustainable ‘white’ hydrogen search at French site France is thought to have some of the world’s largest reserves of the gas dubbed ‘the energy of the future’ by President Macron
Why the price of home solar panels is dropping fast in France Many Chinese-made panels are being sold at little more than half price of a year ago
Taxes, banks, energy: Five French practical updates Our recap of the most important articles you may have missed
Six tips for comparing energy suppliers in France to lower bills Looking at offers from competing suppliers - away from the regulated EDF and Engie tariffs - could save money over the course of your contract
Couple who built a straw bale house in France share their one regret The Britons have reduced their annual energy bills to €500 by living off-grid and want to pass on the lessons they have learnt
Monitor electricity use, predict shortages - five French apps to help We look at how the most popular energy apps could help you manage consumption and plan ahead
Your smartphone can cut energy bills by 25%, says French tech expert Most homeowners already have the technology on their phones to manage heating and household appliances but do not use it
French renovation grant to target old gas boiler replacement From January 1 MaPrimeRénov’ scheme will also focus on cooling homes and increase grant limits to €70,000 for low-income households
Engie and EDF to reward clients in France who save energy Cash rewards and Paris 2024 tickets are among the prizes up for grabs this winter
Aid announced for people to buy radiator thermostats in France The aid will cover up to 80% of the installation costs and comes as part of a raft of new energy- and fuel-saving measures
Act now if you want copies of regulated tariff French gas bills After September 30 these bills will no longer be available to download
See how France’s electricity prices compare with others in Europe France’s price cap has meant rates have stayed low - although not the lowest
How much will electricity tariffs rise in France in 2024? A forecast from the energy commission president was seized upon as an ‘announcement’ of a 10-20% rise but will bills really go up that much?
Watch out for new energy bill scam in France The email includes bank details and a phone number and warns customers of an ‘unpaid bill’
Price rises but no power cuts: France’s winter electricity forecast Head of Enedis says the situation has improved since last winter
Chart: See how France’s inflation compares within the Eurozone We also look at the figures for the UK and US - and how they differ from the same time the year before
What is new and what changes in France in September? From train services to Spain, and pension reforms, to major roadworks, we highlight key changes
If you heat French home with wood pellets now may be good time to buy Prices unlikely to dip further before the cold weather arrives. We also look at fuel oil (fioul) prices
Anger over huge bills from alternative electricity providers in France Bills of over €9,000 have been reported. Providers say it is linked to rising supply costs, but a consumer collective says suppliers are breaking the law
Fighting false claims about green credentials in France Learn why some firms regularly exaggerate their green credentials
Should France ban new gas boilers? The case for and against They are used by over 11 million homes in France but emit significant greenhouse gases
Tips and help on navigating the new changes to France’s gas market Regulated gas prices in France have now ended. We explain the changes and the options now open to you
How does France want to cut energy consumption this summer? From limiting air conditioning to driving slower, Paris has issued a number of recommendations to cut energy use
French towns introduce ‘smart’ street lights which locals can turn on The innovative system allows towns to save money by switching off street lights overnight, without compromising the safety of people walking home
How can I use my French chèque énergie gas or electricity vouchers? This year’s vouchers began to be sent out last month and here we look at what you can do with them
Reminder: Deadline to apply for wood energy vouchers is approaching You have until May 31 to request government help with your wood heating bills
Meet the French baker using solar power to make bread Arnaud Crétot says his bakery can produce 110kg of bread on a sunny winter day in Normandy
Financial boost for homeowners selling solar power in France Now may be the time to invest in solar panels in France, as changes to installation grants and prices paid for surplus power benefit homeowners
What changes in France in May and need-to-know dates The coming month will see additional pension reform protests, mosquitos, tax return deadlines and more
Energy customers in France get cash bonus for saving power over winter TotalEnergies said around 1.2 million of its clients qualified for a payout of up to €120 after cutting consumption
Union threat to turn out lights at Cannes, Monaco F1 and French Open It is part of ongoing protests against France’s controversial pension reforms
Date outlined for when France will end price freezes on energy bills The French government spent €24 billion on subsidising energy bills last year. The policy will slowly be phased out
Will MPs back draft bill to ban digital advertising panels in France? Critics of digital billboards say they waste energy and represent a new stage of the advertising invasion
Lyon restaurants turn out the lights to protest soaring energy bills Dozens of restaurants served dinner by candlelight to highlight enormous financial difficulties
Reminder: You have until March 31 to spend last year’s energy vouchers The vouchers, worth up to €277, are aimed at helping low-income households pay their energy bills
France sets date for when delayed energy cheques will be sent out The sending out of the cheques, intended to help low-income households pay their energy bills, was postponed earlier this month
Crack discovered at another French nuclear plant The latest one was found at Cattenom in eastern France. It comes just two days after a fissure was found at one of the country’s largest nuclear plants in Normandy
Will France send out two energy vouchers this year? A reader in France recently received a chèque énergie, and would like to know whether this is instead of or in addition to the usual energy voucher which is sent out in April
Scams, squatters and price slumps: Five French property updates Plus why a government cheque to help pay soaring energy bills has been delayed
What are France’s energy cheques and why have they been delayed? The financial assistance is usually sent out at the end of March or early April. But this year it has been delayed
Plans for a giant solar park anger residents in south-west France First it was wind turbines but now it is 44,000 photovoltaic panels that are at the heart of tensions in the Lot
Eight questions about installing solar panels on homes in France We look at government aids available, how to sell surplus energy and what permission requests are needed both for homeowners and businesses
Does the gas price freeze apply to all contract types in France? We look at what the Médiateur National de l’Energie (MNE) says about the gas price freeze
How to choose the right lightbulb in France Changing your lightbulbs can be an easy way to save money, and a new law in France will make it even easier to identify the most efficient bulbs
New scam doing rounds in France over ‘boxes’ for electricity meters Fraudsters are looking to capitalise on people’s fears over rising energy bills. Here is how to avoid falling victim
End of regulated gas prices in France – how to find the best deal We get expert advice on comparison sites, contracts and what will happen if you don’t take action before June 30
Electricity prices are rising in France: How much more will you pay? More than 20 million households are set to be affected by the increase. Here is what to expect
9 changes for residents and homeowners in France in February 2023 Covid isolation rules, an end to free exchange of SNCF tickets, more eco-friendly renovations money, a new energy price shield… we look at key changes happening this month
How do I make use of my French chèque énergie voucher? There are several ways in which these energy vouchers can be used to pay your bills
Explainer: Who will receive France's €100-€200 extra energy aid Twelve million households are eligible with the first amounts due to be sent out during the Christmas holidays
Rising energy bills in France: we recap the aid available in 2023 The RTE network says pressure on the grid is lowering but asks that people remain careful as temperatures drop
France looks to extend electricity tariff ‘shield’ to flat owners A retroactive capped rate could be put in place for copropriétés to protect people living in shared buildings from soaring energy costs
Algae farm windows help French flats go green The initiative allows firms to make money from harvesting the crop while at the same time reducing energy consumption in the building
More towns take away street advertising signs in France Mayors say that the boards cause visual clutter and use too much energy
Could second-home owners in France save with EDF’s Tempo contract? A Tempo electricity contract could be an interesting option for people who do not spend much time in France during winter
How much will French gas bills increase from January 2023? The government has maintained a cap on regulated gas tariffs but has allowed them to rise
Energy bills, fuel aid: key points of PM's new announcements Élisabeth Borne has outlined measures to be introduced for the public and business in 2023 in an interview, where she also spoke about retirement and pensions
Can I get France’s wood fuel support payment as well as that for oil? France’s government is sending people on lower incomes who use energy sources such as heating oil or wood payments to help with their rising bills
Scam alert in France: Watch out for online energy fraudsters Energy cost scams have soared by 127% this year as costs rise, with more fake-but-convincing websites popping up. Here’s how to avoid falling victim