French nuclear reactor developer Newcleo has submitted its lead-cooled small modular reactor design to Euratom, initiating the first regulatory phase to integrate nuclear non-proliferation safeguards at the European level.
French state utility EDF has increased the maximum estimated cost for building six new nuclear reactors to €72.8 billion ($85.29 billion), representing a 40% rise over the original figure.
The government has postponed the release of the new Multiannual Energy Programme to early 2026, delayed by political tensions over the balance between nuclear and renewables.
The Council of State has cancelled the authorisation to exploit coalbed methane in Lorraine, citing risks to the region's main aquifer and bringing an end to a legal battle that began over a decade ago.
Technique Solaire has secured €40mn ($43.5mn) in junior debt from BNP Paribas Asset Management to structure two solar portfolios totalling 392 MWp across France, Spain and the Netherlands.
Independent power producer Neoen has secured six agrivoltaic projects totalling 124 MWp, reinforcing its position as the leading winner in French solar tenders since 2021.
As the photovoltaic industry enters a phase of deep restructuring, the duel between TOPCon 4.0 and heterojunction technologies is redefining manufacturers’ margins. In 2026, reducing production costs becomes the primary strategic lever for global market leaders.
The Paris Council awards a €15bn, 25-year contract to Dalkia, a subsidiary of EDF, to operate the capital’s heating network, replacing long-time operator Engie amid political tensions ahead of municipal elections.
Faced with shorter approval timelines, several European nuclear firms, including Newcleo, Orano and Urenco, are considering relocating key industrial investments to the United States.
TotalEnergies has tasked Vallourec with supplying tubular solutions for drilling 48 wells as part of its integrated gas project in Iraq, reinforcing their ongoing industrial cooperation on the Ratawi field.
Framatome will produce TRISO fuel at Romans-sur-Isère as part of a pilot project for advanced nuclear reactors, in partnership with actors such as Blue Capsule Technology.
The consortium brings together Air Liquide, RTE, Nexans, ITP Interpipe and CentraleSupélec to develop a demonstrator for offshore electricity transport using superconducting cables cooled with liquid nitrogen.
French start-up Wind fisher unveils a pioneering airborne wind system capable of producing twice as much electricity as a ground-based turbine by tapping into powerful winds above 300 metres.
French hydrogen producer Lhyfe has signed an agreement to supply 90 tonnes of RFNBO-certified hydrogen to a private fuel station operator in Germany for a fleet of buses.
The Canadian energy producer led the tenth wind tender launched by the CRE, with two projects representing 13% of the allocated capacity, strengthening its strategic position in the French market.
The European Commission has selected BW Ideol’s Fos3F project for a grant of up to €74mn, targeting the construction of a concrete floater plant for floating wind turbines at the industrial site of Fos-sur-Mer.
Canadian company Boralex reported a net loss of CAD30mn in the third quarter, impacted by lower electricity prices in France and adverse weather conditions in North America.
French nuclear group Orano has confirmed the release of its representative in Niger, detained since May, as tensions remain high with the country’s junta over control of uranium assets.
A pilot project backed by the state aims to modernise electricity transport between offshore wind farms and the mainland grid using superconducting cables cooled with liquid nitrogen.
TotalEnergies has ended the Maya solar power plant project in French Guiana, initiated in 2019 to stabilise the local energy supply. The company cites a lack of public support, as the revision of France’s energy planning is underway.
In 2024, Getlink reported a 5% drop in net profit, reaching €317 million. This decline is attributed to the temporary suspension of its ElecLink cross-Channel cable and the growing competition from ferries.
EDF implements a system of auctions for long-term nuclear electricity contracts to stabilise prices and finance its nuclear projects. The first deliveries are scheduled for 2026.
French group Orano has signed an agreement with Energoatom to provide uranium enrichment services until 2040. This collaboration aims to reduce Ukraine's reliance on Rosatom, the Russian nuclear giant.
Renewable energy producer Neoen confirms its financial goals for 2025, despite a significant drop in net profit in 2024, mainly due to the high cost of its debt.
In 2024, France maintained its position as the leading importer of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Europe, despite an overall decline in its gas consumption.
Gas demand in France decreased by 5.5% in 2024, largely due to the reduction in gas-fired power generation, according to NaTran, the operator of the gas transmission network.
Vincent Berger, High Commissioner for Atomic Energy, issues strong criticism of France's energy strategy for 2035, deeming the CO2 reduction target overly ambitious and warning of potential overproduction of electricity.
Spanish banking group La Caixa takes a 5% stake in Veolia, becoming a strategic investor in the French environmental services giant. The collaboration aims to support Veolia's development plan.
Industry, academic, and government experts gathered at the IEA CERT thematic workshop to discuss public-private collaboration and funding priorities for the development of fusion energy.
Manufacturer HRS has signed a contract to provide a hydrogen refuelling station with a capacity of 4 tonnes per day, designed for public transport. This project will mark a first in Europe for infrastructure of this scale.
Siemens Energy has signed an agreement with Rolls-Royce to supply equipment for its modular nuclear reactors. The deal, which could be finalised by the end of 2025, includes steam turbines and generators.
Boralex reported financial results for 2024 marked by lower production due to adverse weather conditions but maintains a strong financial position thanks to record financing and the progression of its renewable energy projects.
A roadmap for the decarbonisation of the Golfe de Fos site, aimed at attracting €20 billion in investments, has been signed by the State, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, and the Aix-Marseille-Provence metropolitan area.
French Minister of the Economy Eric Lombard, along with several business organisations, praised the European Commission's proposals on societal and climate-related obligations for companies, but argued they need to be adjusted to better account for international competition.
Engie aims to accelerate its growth through 2030 by investing in renewable energy, batteries, and electrical grids, with a target of 95 GW of installed capacity by 2030.
Several major European oil companies, including BP, are adjusting their climate strategies, reducing investments in renewable energy to focus on increasing oil and gas production in order to improve their profitability.
The Prefect of Nord has given the green light for the creation of an offshore wind farm near Dunkirk, sparking both support for the energy transition and opposition in France and Belgium.
In 2024, Technip Energies posted a significant increase in net profit, supported by liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets and decarbonised electricity production. The French group anticipates strong prospects for 2025.
French pipe manufacturer Vallourec reported a 9% decline in net profit for 2024 but plans to pay a dividend of €1.50 per share, its first in ten years.
