The French Government has submitted its final National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) to the European Commission, targeting 41.3% of renewables in final energy consumption in 2030. Specifically, France aims for a level of final energy consumption reaching 1,381 TWh by 2030, including 570 TWh of renewables. In 2030, the country’s PV capacity is expected to reach 54-60 GW, onshore wind 33-35 GW, offshore wind 3.6 GW. In addition, 9.9 GW of new nuclear capacities should be committed by 2026.
The document also aims for a 50% cut in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 (LULUCF excluded) compared to 1990 level and carbon neutrality by 2050. France is required to achieve at least 44% of renewables in final energy consumption by 2030, in order to contribute to the EU target of 42.5% set out in the Renewable Energy Directive.
