Wave power generators ride out storms in trials off French coast The prototype cylinders that harness energy from the sea’s rocking motion have passed an important test
Six tips to save money on your boiler in France Amid rising energy costs and high inflation, saving on hot water can add up
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
news 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
Up to 14,000 homes in France affected by solar panel firm collapse Homeowners in limbo are warned to stay alert to unsolicited calls from people seeking to profit from the situation
Price rises but no power cuts: France’s winter electricity forecast Head of Enedis says the situation has improved since last winter
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
France cuts red tape for nuclear power despite cracks in reactors The latest serious fault – a crack measuring 155mm long – was discovered at a plant in Normandy
France solar panels: How do I connect them to grid and sell my energy? Selling energy from solar panel systems already installed is possible but subject to an approval process
Huge solar panel factory set to be built in France The €1.5billion 60-hectare site will bring 3,500 jobs to the port of Marseille area and is aiming to disrupt the Chinese-dominated market
‘A particularly deep crack’: Alarm raised over French nuclear plant The discovery at the plant in Normandy has sparked calls for state-owned energy firm EDF to revise its safety strategy.
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
MAP: Where are the six new nuclear reactors planned for in France? The Minister for Energy wants to introduce a new bill to accelerate the building process
French city’s plan to encourage residents to invest in solar panels A new scheme aims to give locals a return on investment that is higher than the interest rate on the popular French ‘Livret A’ savings account, through energy sales France aims to overcome local discontent in wind farm push Biogas: French town converts fallen leaves into energy Enedis’ energy-saving water heater plan: five questions and answers
Enedis’ right to turn off water heaters in France: Are you affected? The energy-saving measure will be felt by those who use a lot of hot water in the early afternoon President Macron opens France’s first offshore wind farm How to check when electricity usage is under strain in France ‘Cool roofing’ white roof trend grows in popularity in France What energy price rises can people in France expect for 2023? France plans renewable energy boost as inflation threatens projects
EDF renationalisation plan: will it lower bills for users in France? France’s prime minister announced that it would move to take full control of the company yesterday (July 6)
French energy companies call for immediate action to cut back on usage The alert has been issued amid the risk of winter shortages and soaring prices that threaten 'social cohesion'
France and Germany prepare for Russian gas cut: what will effects be? Vladimir Putin demands the gas be paid for in roubles, Europe refuses. We look at what consequences there could be and what the government is doing about it
France to build six nuclear reactors and 50 offshore wind farms President Macron unveiled the multi-billion euro plans yesterday as part of a drive to ‘take back control of France’s energy destiny’ and improve renewable energy production
Renovating a home in France? Save receipts to avoid undervaluation Changes to the way properties are assessed for energy output mean some homeowners will need to provide extra paperwork to get an accurate rating or risk undervaluation
COP26: What has France agreed at the climate summit? As the global climate change event wraps up in Glasgow after two weeks, we look at the pledges made by France, including an end to financing foreign fossil fuel production by the end of 2022
2022 French Presidential candidates divided over nuclear energy Candidates on the left and right have spoken out about the future of energy in France, and whether nuclear energy should still be used
Floating wind farm coming to French seas in 2022 A new floating wind farm in the French Mediterranean is one of many planned in French seas by 2030. Experts say the technology has “infinite potential”.
Monthly money saver: €150 thermostat grant open to all Homeowners are eligible for a new €150 grant to help pay for a programmable thermostat for their central heating to reduce energy bills.
France announces €100billion plan to relaunch economy French Prime Minister Jean Castex announced the economic relaunch plan to counteract the economic effect of the Covid-19 crisis, with the objective of creating 160,000 jobs in 2021.
€1.1bn Franco-UK renewable energy project stalled by Brexit Plans for a €1.1 billion project to build crucial new underwater electrical connections between France and the UK have been delayed by Brexit, as the French energy commission has said it poses “too much uncertainty”.
Solar panels for your house in France? Get them at Ikea Solar panels for individual homes will soon be available to buy in France via Swedish homeware giant Ikea in a significant move for a sector that is still used by relatively few private homes in the country.
France to double number of wind turbines A controversial new law commits to doubling the number of wind turbines in France by 2028.
Storm Ciara boosted French wind power output Windfarms generated near-record levels of electricity in France on Sunday
Giant solar energy plant opens in France A giant solar energy plant with 40,000 solar panels has opened in southwest France, with the power to provide energy to almost 13,000 people.
France's largest floating solar plant powers up Energy from 17-hectare site will provide enough energy for more than 4,700 homes
Wind turbine project draws protests in the Dordogne More than 450 people in the Dordogne (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) have protested against a wind turbine project in the region.
Biarritz solar benches prompt jokes over ‘no sit’ rule New benches in Biarritz with solar panels built into the seats have prompted mockery on social media, after it was reported that people should “avoid sitting on them during sunnier hours”.
French court rules against Linky for health reasons A French court has ordered the removal of the controversial Linky electricity smart meters from 13 homes, for medical reasons.
Hybrid solar panels produce more than twice the energy Hybrid solar panels, invented and made in France and combining photovoltaic and water heating, are leading the way in efficiency.
Nuclear defence is all hot air If Bernard Durand wants nuclear power rather than wind energy (comment, April see here) can we assume he is willing to have the radioactive waste created buried in his garden?
Who can help in solar panel dispute? I am battling with EDF to be paid properly for my solar energy as my meter is faulty. Is there a body I can call on for help? S.W.
France may turn off electric ad screens to save fuel Electric publicity screens in French transport hubs could be switched off at night and in winter, after it was revealed that the annual energy use for one is equivalent to three family homes.
European white goods reclassified on new energy scale White goods sold in France (and the EU) from March 2021 are to feature an updated “energy rating” sticker, with the current classifications of “A+”, “A++” and “A+++” replaced by a new scale from A to G.
French public opinion growing against nuclear power The French public is becoming less and less in favour of nuclear power, as awareness and concern for the environment grows, according to a new study.
Gas prices in France to rise 5.4% from November Regulated gas prices in France are to rise by 5.4% on November 1, energy board La Commission de Regulation de l’Energie (CRE) has confirmed, putting this year’s rise at 16.4% in total.
France installs world first river turbine farm in Lyon A farm of hydro turbines is to be installed in the Rhône river near Lyon, in a world first that will generate enough power for 400 homes.
French eco-villages find way to combat depopulation Imagination, commitment and hard work can help rebuild rural life as these three villages in Dordogne and Limousin show
European first for Gironde tomato growers Tender plants on eight-acre site kept warm by waste heat from neighbouring waste storage centre
Power plan for Bordeaux bridge Prototype water turbines under Bordeaux's first bridge over Garonne could start generating electricity from early 2018
France could suffer power cuts in event of cold winter RTE, the French electricity network managing body, has warned that the country could see a drop in electricity production in the case of a winter cold snap this year.
First floating wind turbine in France launched today The first sea-based, floating wind turbine in France is to be launched in Saint-Nazaire in the next few days, and enter a two-year testing period.
No more petrol and diesel cars after 2040 Ecology minister will introduce grants to help poorer households get rid of old polluting vehicles and buy more modern ones
France plans to end oil and gas production by 2040 Government unveils draft law intended to end oil and gas production in all French territories
Cities warned to tone down excessive lighting Not enough has been done to combat the issue of energy wasted by public lighting, shop fronts and offices, says The National Association for Nocturnal and Environmental Protection (ANPCEN)
France’s largest offshore wind farm approved Brittany project will produce enough energy for 850,000 at full power
Energy giant fined €100m for abusing market Competitions watchdog hands down one of its largest ever fines to Engie
France trails half of EU on green energy France produces just 14% of its electricity from renewable sources, far below its agreed target of 23% which it needs to meet by 2020. It trails half of Europe whose top scorers are Sweden on 52.1%, Finland 36.8% and Austria 32.6%.