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National energy strategy faces major setbacks, Court of Auditors reports


Published on 2024-12-16 03:00:49 - MSN
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  • The Court of Auditors has sharply criticized the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development in its latest report, highlighting several critical issues, including significant delays in the operationalization of major projects,

The article from MSN discusses the setbacks faced by France's National Energy Strategy as reported by the Court of Auditors. The strategy, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and increasing energy efficiency, has encountered significant delays and failures in meeting its objectives. Key issues include the slow progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with France not on track to meet its 2030 targets. The development of renewable energy sources has been sluggish, and there are ongoing problems with the aging nuclear fleet, which is crucial for France's energy supply. Additionally, the report highlights inefficiencies in energy consumption reduction efforts and a lack of coherent policy implementation across different government sectors. The Court of Auditors has criticized the lack of a comprehensive plan to address these challenges, pointing out that without significant changes, France's energy transition goals are at risk.

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