68%
share of nuclear in the power mix (2021)
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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 2021 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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68%
share of nuclear in the power mix (2021)
-8.4 GW
thermal capacities shut down since 2010
-14%
CO2 emissions from combustion since 2010
Abstract
Institutions & Energy Policy
The General Directorate for Energy and Climate (DGEC) of the Ministry for the Ecological Transition (MET) 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
Resources:
France has depleted its natural gas and oil reserves. Coal reserves are low and have high extraction costs, and hydroelectric sources are already heavily exploited. However, its subsoil is estimated to be rich in shale gas, with resources believed to represent one third of the total European shale gas resources.
Energy Prices
Electricity:
A reduced VAT rate of 5.5% is applied on the subscription part of households' electricity bills. Energy accounts for 34% of the regulated electricity price, followed by network fees (34%) and taxes (32%).
In 2021, electricity prices for industry increased by 5.5% to reach €11.5c/kWh (+4% in 2020). Prices for households remained stable and reached €19c/kWh (+6% in 2020).
Energy Consumption
Consumption per capita stood at 3.5 toe in 2021 and is around 25% above the EU average. Electricity consumption per capita is 21% higher than the EU average due to the high penetration of electric heating (6 584 kWh in 2021).
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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The France energy market data since 1990 and up to 2021 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.
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Projections Data (Excel Sheet)
The France country dashboards are complemented with country forecasts from EnerFuture (excel file) with scenario comparison.
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