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Electrification stalls in Europe despite record electricity surplus in France

Despite a predominantly decarbonised electricity production, demand in Europe remains subdued, hindered by uncompetitive prices and limited industrial usage.

United States falls below 50% fossil electricity in March, according to Ember

Data from think tank Ember reveals that fossil fuels accounted for just 49.2% of US electricity generation in March 2025, marking an unprecedented threshold.

Ember: global low-carbon electricity generation exceeds 40% in 2024

The global electricity mix shifted in 2024 with 40.9% of production from low-carbon sources, according to Ember, driven by historic solar power growth.
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Tajikistan criminalises electricity fraud amid energy crisis

Facing recurring shortages, Tajikistan tightens energy laws by introducing prison sentences of up to ten years for electricity fraud to protect its ageing hydropower network.

France sets its energy strategy to 2035 balancing nuclear and renewables

The French government finalises its new energy roadmap through 2035, balancing nuclear revival and selective expansion of renewables amid political tensions.

Fuel shortage disrupts electoral logistics in Burundi

Burundi’s main opposition coalition warns of direct consequences from the energy crisis on the organisation of the June legislative elections.
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Cuba bets on 55 solar parks with Chinese backing to address energy crisis

In Cienfuegos, Cuba is deploying an ambitious photovoltaic programme supported by China to reduce its dependence on oil and stabilise its failing power grid.

Panama launches tender for 80 km interoceanic gas pipeline

The Panama Canal Authority has approved a strategic gas pipeline project amid political tensions and diverging interests over regional energy control.

Germany: EIB grants €400 mn to SachsenEnergie to strengthen the grid

The European Investment Bank is funding a €732 mn expansion plan to modernise and stabilise the electricity network in the Ostsachsen region by 2027.
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Brussels unlocks €600mn to accelerate cross-border energy projects

The European Commission is launching a large-scale call for projects to finance priority energy infrastructure between Member States and neighbouring countries, with a maximum budget of €600mn from the CEF Energy programme.

France: Fos-sur-Mer launches unprecedented debate on €20bn industrial projects

The National Commission for Public Debate opens a three-month consultation in Fos-sur-Mer on the industrial future of this strategic zone, ahead of state decisions on 40 projects with major economic and energy implications.

Bayrou propose un débat parlementaire sur la feuille de route énergétique avant l’été

François Bayrou souhaite engager un débat sans vote au Parlement sur la programmation énergétique 2025-2035, alors que le projet alimente les tensions politiques et que le Rassemblement national menace de déposer une motion de censure.
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The European Union must invest €1.871 trillion to modernise its power grids by 2050

The European Court of Auditors warns of the urgency of massive investments in the Union’s ageing power grids, hampered by administrative delays and inadequate planning.

MPs and energy experts call for suspension of France’s PPE3 energy roadmap

Several lawmakers and former energy executives are demanding a moratorium on PPE3, criticising a plan they view as disconnected from current economic and geopolitical realities.

Bernard Fontana to be heard by Parliament ahead of EDF leadership appointment

The head of Framatome will be heard on 30 April by both chambers to validate his nomination to lead EDF, following the non-renewal of Luc Rémont by the executive.
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Samoa declares state of emergency after collapse of main power network

Following a series of major electricity outages on the island of Upolu, the Samoan government has declared a state of emergency to prioritise essential services and mobilise foreign aid.

France: Marc Ferracci ready to submit energy roadmap to parliamentary vote

The Minister of Industry and Energy expressed openness to a debate and a vote on the 2025–2035 energy strategy, amid criticism from opposition parties over the lack of democratic consultation.

France delays energy voucher payment to November amid budget law holdup

France’s Ministry of Industry and Energy postpones the 2025 energy voucher to November, citing delayed budget approval and announcing revised allocation rules.
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Emission decline slows in France with a limited 1.8% drop in 2024

France’s decarbonisation pace slowed significantly in 2024, according to Citepa, putting its 2030 climate targets at risk.

EDF: French government removes Luc Rémont over disagreements on industrial contracts and nuclear strategy

Luc Rémont was dismissed as head of EDF by the French executive due to disagreements over industrial contract strategy and financing of the EPR2 nuclear programme.