Europe, led by France, is making significant strides in shifting away from Russian energy by increasing domestic electricity generation and transitioning to cleaner technologies. France aims to double its electricity from domestic sources by 2030, supporting nuclear power and renewable energy while transitioning the auto industry to electric vehicles and expanding EV charging infrastructure. This shift not only presents economic opportunities and creates jobs in the renewable energy sector but also reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels, contributing to climate solutions and improving the economy through increasing electrification and homegrown clean energy production.
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/26/france-plans-to-double-domestic-electricity-production-share/