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Permit granted for sustainable ‘white’ hydrogen search at French site

France is thought to have some of the world’s largest reserves of the gas dubbed ‘the energy of the future’ by President Macron

Up to 14,000 homes in France affected by solar panel firm collapse

Homeowners in limbo are warned to stay alert to unsolicited calls from people seeking to profit from the situation

Electricity generator moves like swimming fish in French river trials

The company explains how the device turns a flowing river into green energy

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French town collects stale bread to make energy and fertiliser

Residents complained that people were using leftover bread to feed the birds, attracting rats, so they came up with a solution

Group electricity deals in France are green and thrifty

Companies in France can now bid for the group-buy offers. For households, the only thing that changes is the logo on the bills

Should my French bank be offering an éco-prêt green loan?

All France's major retail banks have signed up for the éco-prêt scheme

Marseille elects its first ever female mayor

Marseille has elected its first female mayor, Michèle Rubirola, who is also the first left-wing and green-focused leader the city has had in 25 years. Already, she has called for “a greener city” and an “end to nepotism”.

How green is your electricity in France?

Energy companies which claim to offer “green electricity” should be checked and receive a “premium” label if they are truly green, says Ademe, the state agency responsible for promoting eco-friendly living in France.

Nuclear waste map of France published by Greenpeace

A new interactive map showing the locations of nuclear waste across France has been published by environmental group Greenpeace, as part of its forthcoming campaign on the issue.

Gilets Jaunes: 'Social pact' pledge on green future

President Macron promises more government help for rural areas and for anyone wanting to make the switch to greener transport

Green jobs boost for rural France

Farmer and sculptor’s idea inspires new energy projects

Pioneer village pays for its own solar farm

More than 200 residents are supplied with sufficient electricity to fit their needs

Local green power for local buyers

A new energy supplier, Ilek, allows consumers to buy green electricity from a local supplier of their choice, whether it is a neighbouring windfarm, solar power station or hydro-electric dam.

Green electricity

Permit granted for sustainable ‘white’ hydrogen search at French site

Up to 14,000 homes in France affected by solar panel firm collapse

Electricity generator moves like swimming fish in French river trials

French town collects stale bread to make energy and fertiliser

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