70%
share of nuclear in the power mix (2019)
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This analysis includes a comprehensive France energy market report and updated datasets. It is derived from the most recent key economic indicators, supply and demand factors, oil and gas pricing trends and major energy issues and developments surrounding the energy industry. The report provides a complete picture of the country situation, dynamics, current issues and future prospects. With 2019 market data and continuous follow-up of markets news, this report brings clear and concise insights with which to tackle national energy challenges and opportunities. Browse the tabs below for a detailed table of contents, the list of graphs and tables, and details on the data files.
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Highlights
70%
share of nuclear in the power mix (2019)
-9 GW
oil and coal-fired capacities shut down since 2012
-19%
CO2 emissions from combustion since 2010
Abstract
Institutions & Energy Policy
The General Directorate for Energy and Climate (DGEC) of the Ministry for the Ecological and Inclusive Transition (MEIT) is responsible for the development and implementation of France's energy policy.
The Energy Regulation Commission (CRE) regulates the electricity and gas markets.
Energy Supply
Oil:
Most of the oil consumed in France is imported; 52% in the form of crude oil (49 Mt in 2019) and 48% in the form of refined products (45 Mt in 2019).
France received crude oil from three ports: Donges (near Nantes), Le Havre and Marseille. Six additional import points of refined products are located in Bordeaux, Dunkerque, Frontignan, La Rochelle, Port La Nouvelle, and Strasbourg.
Energy Prices
Gas:
A reduced VAT rate of 5.5% is applied on the subscription part of households' gas bills.
Since 2013, the regulated tariff formula is updated on a monthly basis to reflect the changes in Engie's long-term gas supply contract conditions. In July 2019, the Parliament signed a new law (Loi Pacte), which schedules the end of regulated gas tariffs (TRV) in July 2023.
Energy Consumption
Consumption per capita stood at 3.6 toe in 2019 and is 16% above the EU average. Electricity consumption per capita is 20% higher than the EU average due to the high penetration of electric heating (6 600 kWh in 2019).
Graph: CONSUMPTION TRENDS BY ENERGY SOURCE (Mtoe)
Issues & Prospects
According to the revised PPE (2020), total energy consumption of fossil fuels in the reference case is planned to decrease by 35% by 2030, compared to 2012, with a reduction in consumption of 80% for coal, 34% for oil, and 22% for gas. Final energy consumption is planned to shrink by 16.5% in 2028 (relative to 2012).
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In the France energy market report you will find the following tables:
The France energy market data since 1990 and up to 2019 is included in the Excel file accompanying the France country report.
It showcases the historical evolution, allowing users to easily work with the data.
Key Data included in the excelsheet:
The France country report is complemented with a national power generation dashboard (excel file) from our Power Plant Tracker Service.
Data included in the excelsheet:
Projections Data (Excel Sheet)
The France country dashboards are complemented with country forecasts from EnerFuture (excel file) with scenario comparison.
Data included in the excelsheet:
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