Energy transition

As municipal elections approach, mayors are central to renewable energy projects despite local opposition. In La Celle-Saint-Cyr, the mayoral candidate skips public meetings to avoid anti-wind turbine debates. These efforts aim to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.

February 23, 2026 Reported by AI

The Mining Energy Planning Unit (Upme) has announced that starting March 1, it will receive applications for a certificate enabling access to tax incentives for clean energy projects, energy efficiency, and hydrogen. This benefit also applies to electric and hybrid vehicles, per Resolution 000070 of 2026. Last year, the entity processed nearly 10,000 similar applications.