France expected to reduce energy consumption by 15%

The ministry said lowering national electricity consumption by 1% to 5% in most scenarios and up to 15% in an extreme scenario of gas shortages and very cold weather could help avert an energy crisis.

He also added that he would be alert to monitor market developments from November or earlier if necessary. The risks of the bid are particularly high between November and January, but tense situations cannot be excluded in October, February or March.

The main uncertainties in the electricity sector include the energy situation in neighbouring countries, increased demand in the coming months, and the programme for the resumption of French nuclear reactors, half of which are currently out of place due to planned corruption and maintenance problems.

Current analyses show that the bid-threat balance is not expected to be endangered in the coming months and that the electricity system is expected to function normally, though a deterioration of the energy crisis may change the situation.

The most extreme scenarios for France would include lack of supply, gas shortages in Europe and extreme weather conditions. But even in the worst scenario, the energy crisis would lead to consumer restrictions, rather than a total cut. /abcnews. al