CRE adopts 237 decisions and targets grid adaptation by 2028

The French Energy Regulatory Commission released its 2024 annual report, highlighting sustained activity on grid infrastructure, pricing, and evolving European regulatory frameworks.

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The Commission de régulation de l’énergie (CRE) published its 2024 activity report, outlining a high volume of regulatory decisions, with 237 deliberations adopted and 20 official reports issued. The release coincides with the end of France’s energy crisis and the gradual phase-out of price shield mechanisms. The regulator reported that it interviewed 46 market participants, conducted 17 public consultations, and appeared 28 times before public institutions, including Parliament and the Court of Auditors.

Tariff overhaul and electric grid as core priorities

One of the year’s main undertakings was the development of the new public electricity network usage tariff (TURPE 7) for the 2025–2028 period. This tariff, central to the economic framework of the power system, is designed to finance maintenance operations, climate adaptation measures, and network expansion. It also supports grid operators’ ability to handle the increasing volume of new connections required by the ongoing electrification of energy uses.

CRE also continued efforts to improve transparency between suppliers and consumers through new commercial information guidelines implemented in October. Nearly all electricity and gas suppliers have adopted these standards.

Momentum on renewables and EU regulation alignment

The report highlighted strong growth in renewable energy capacity, with 1.6 GW added in onshore wind and 5.3 GW in photovoltaic installations during 2024. The offshore wind sector also advanced, with three parks connected to the grid and progress made on three competitive bidding procedures.

On the regulatory front, 2024 saw the implementation of the updated European regulation on wholesale energy market integrity and transparency (REMIT II), along with the directive and regulation on electricity market design (EMD). These measures aim to reinforce coordination and stability across the European Union’s energy markets.

Expanded activity and projects in non-interconnected zones

Beyond mainland France, CRE also launched projects in non-interconnected zones, notably in Corsica, where the first stone was laid for the Ricanto power plant. The facility is expected to improve local electricity supply and forms part of a broader effort to strengthen energy reliability in insular territories.

The president of CRE acknowledged the dedication of the teams involved in all ongoing initiatives and stated that 2025 will focus on the operational implementation of the regulatory frameworks developed in 2024.

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