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Speaker 0 and Speaker 1 discuss the issue of energy exchange between France and Spain. Speaker 0 questions why France continues to pay for a system that Spain has exited, while still exchanging electricity. Speaker 1 explains that each country has different energy realities and suggests reforming the system instead of leaving it. Speaker 0 argues that Spain and Portugal's temporary exit is not the same as reforming. Speaker 1 believes that progress is being made, citing the statements of the President of the European Commission. Speaker 0 expresses skepticism, stating that they have been hearing the same promises for a year.

In 2010, Nicolas Sarkozy signed a law to liberalize the market due to pressure from the European Commission, which threatened France with a €20 billion fine for unfair competition because of its low electricity prices. As a result, an artificial market was created with 125 alternative suppliers. This has led to EDF accumulating €64 billion in debt. The speaker argues that this system is unsustainable, as the main competitor sells its production at the same price to all its rivals without going bankrupt. They suggest removing these alternative suppliers to stop the increasing costs for consumers.

The speaker explains that the electricity market in Europe has favored the German system, which relies on gas, and disadvantaged the French system. This was not initially noticeable because gas prices were low. However, with the war in Ukraine and sanctions, gas prices started to rise. The speaker also mentions that the Americans wanted to promote their more expensive shale gas, which further contributed to the price increase. As a result, the French, who primarily rely on cheap nuclear energy, are now facing higher electricity prices and are stuck in this situation.

The increase in prices is due to the fact that electricity prices are currently linked to gas prices. France is working at the European level to ensure that electricity prices are no longer dependent on gas prices. However, it is important to note that the surge in electricity prices in September and October was not solely because of the gas prices, but also because of the fear of a potential electricity supply shortage. This fear led consumers to be willing to pay more to ensure they wouldn't experience any power cuts. This situation is also related to the state of France's nuclear power plants and the efforts made to prepare for winter and lower prices, which are now showing positive results.

We have the option to leave the European market at any time, as there is nothing in the treaties that obliges us to be in it. We can follow the example of Portugal and Spain and return to our own pricing. The Minister of Economy recently mentioned the need for our prices to reflect the real cost, which is currently far from the actual cost. The President of RCE also supports the idea of returning to cost-based pricing. The issue at hand is that the political decision is to ensure that the low costs of electricity in France, which have been covered by taxpayers, are reflected in the prices paid by taxpayers. This brings us to the taboo topic of the NOM law, which needs to be revisited as it is relatively simple to do so.

EDF is facing financial difficulties, so the speaker supports its renationalization. They believe that privatization should only happen when a company is doing well. The speaker also wants EDF to merge with Enedis and disconnect from the European market's pricing system, which is causing small businesses to struggle. They mention petitions signed by thousands of entrepreneurs who are struggling financially. The speaker emphasizes that this issue is important and calls for support. They give examples of companies like Michelin, whose electricity bills have skyrocketed, and warn that if the situation continues, companies may relocate outside of France. The speaker points out that Spain and Portugal have disconnected from the pricing system and have reasonable electricity prices.

We now have the most expensive electricity in Europe, costing us a fortune because we are tied to the common electricity market. This has led to absurdly high costs, totaling 100 billion euros, which is six times the deficit of the retirement system that was supposed to be filled by making the French work two years longer. This energy cost is 6 times our debt, amounting to 300 billion euros, and could increase by 13 to 14 billion euros if inflation remains at its current level of 7%. To support Radio Courtoisie in producing more independent shows, visit soutenir.radio-courtoisie.fr. Thank you in advance.

In this video, the speaker discusses the energy crisis in France and its connection to Germany. They claim that Germany has declared an economic war against France by promoting wind and gas energy to undermine the French nuclear system. They highlight the role of lobbyists and politicians in this process, accusing them of betraying national interests. The speaker also mentions the infiltration of Greenpeace and WWF into French institutions, further exacerbating the situation. They argue that the French government has been naive and calls for action to address this issue. The speaker dismisses the government's claims that the crisis is due to the conflict in Ukraine and EDF's maintenance failures. They emphasize the need for a comprehensive investigation into these matters.

The speaker discusses the loyalty project and its connection to Brussels. They explain that Brussels has no legitimacy in this matter and that they use the queen to pass through the regulated access to historical nuclear energy. This access requires EDF to sell energy to its competitors at a fixed price of 42 euros per terawatt-hour, which has not been changed since 2011. The speaker argues that this price is now suicidal for EDF and that if they want to change it, they must get approval from the commission. The speaker criticizes this process as mafia-like and emphasizes that if EDF wants to increase the price, they must dismantle. They also express frustration with the claim that these people are liberals, as selling energy at market prices would solve many issues.

As winter approaches, an energy emergency is declared across Europe due to soaring energy prices. Since August, energy prices have skyrocketed by over 38%. In France, electricity prices have surpassed €1,000 per megawatt-hour on the wholesale market, compared to around €85 a year ago. The EU is seeking solutions to curb these price hikes, which it partly caused even before imposing sanctions on Russia. The European nuclear power plants, particularly in France, are in a state of advanced decay. Only 24 out of 56 EDF nuclear reactors were operational on September 1st. France, usually self-sufficient and an exporter, is now forced to rely on the European market, contributing to the price surge. The EU's blind and inappropriate sanctions against Russia, along with questionable energy agreements with Azerbaijan, further exacerbate the situation. Members of the Identity and Democracy group have proposed a resolution to protect fiscal sovereignty, European production chains, and implement a raw materials policy to reduce dependence on external suppliers. They also call for a reduction in VAT on electricity, gas, petrol, and oil to alleviate the burden on households and businesses. The European people should not bear the consequences of the EU's ideological decisions.

We are not in trouble because of a lack of energy or amateurs. We need to talk about things. These people are great, but they are inexperienced. Macron has been here for 6 years and didn't think about all this before. We are dependent now, whereas France used to be a leader in electricity. We had the strongest nuclear potential in the world and could export electricity. But now we are begging because we followed Germany's lead. This is not Europe, it's German Europe. The Franco-German relationship is a disaster for France. We need to break free from this imperialism.

The speaker discusses how the French government is subsidizing the electricity market instead of decoupling it from financial markets. They argue that this decision will have terrible consequences for the country's electricity production and market. The solution proposed is the complete nationalization of EDF and reinvestment in the energy mix. The speaker also suggests the idea of socializing the use of pallet fires as a way to cope with the situation. They encourage viewers to share this information to resist government propaganda and defend their interests. The speaker thanks the Socialize Energy Collective for their support and mentions their goal of advocating for the nationalization of EDF.

The speaker raises concerns about the high price of electricity for French entrepreneurs. Despite France producing nuclear electricity at a cost of fifty euros per megawatt-hour, businesses are forced to pay six to seven hundred euros per megawatt-hour. This is due to an absurd European market that links electricity prices to gas prices. The speaker blames Mr. Putin for creating a gas crisis in Europe and accuses Europe of inventing an electricity crisis. Many French businesses, including bakeries and industrial companies, are struggling and some are even closing down. The speaker questions why France cannot achieve lower electricity prices like Spain and Portugal, where prices are below two hundred euros. The speaker urges the government to take urgent measures to support French businesses.

The speaker discusses the issue of electricity prices in France, highlighting how a portion of electricity is sold to a company at 42 euros and then resold to bakers, butchers, and small businesses at much higher prices, sometimes up to 1000 euros per megawatt. The speaker mentions that the profit goes to these companies, but the government also takes a share above 180 euros. This difference in prices between France, Spain, and Portugal benefits the oligarchs and the state budget. The speaker considers this situation to be a major scandal and mentions raising the issue in the National Assembly to put pressure on the government and spread awareness through a video.

The speaker discusses the concept of a tariff shield, which is used to compensate for artificially inflated prices. They argue that if electricity is priced at its production cost plus a small margin, there would be no need for a tariff shield. The speaker believes that the tariff shield was implemented due to the absurd calculation of electricity prices every six months. They suggest that if they return to the situation before joining the European electricity market, they would no longer need the tariff shield and would have the cheapest electricity in Europe. They also mention the impact on households and businesses, with the latter paying six times the production cost for electricity.

In this video, the speaker discusses a manifesto that will be adopted in December. The manifesto aims to restore national borders, exit the Schengen area, eliminate the European Commission and the European Court of Justice, and prioritize French law over European law. The speaker also mentions the need to establish a national electricity price outside of the European market and eliminate France's annual net contribution to the EU. They emphasize the importance of French digital sovereignty and the need to renegotiate harmful free trade agreements. The speaker criticizes the European diplomatic service and mentions the abandonment of French consulates. They conclude by expressing the desire for cooperation between willing countries on future projects. The speaker hopes that this manifesto will bring together resistant lists and unite the French people.

In 2010, Nicolas Sarkozy signed a law to liberalize the market due to pressure from the European Commission, which threatened France with a €20 billion fine for unfair competition because of our low electricity prices. This led to the creation of an artificial market with 125 alternative suppliers, who don't produce electricity but provide bills. It's strange that EDF, the main competitor, has lost €20 billion and now has €64 billion in debt. This system needs to end because it's not realistic for the main competitor to sell electricity to all its rivals at its production cost without going bankrupt. The more alternative suppliers there are, the more expensive electricity becomes.

The price of gas and electricity in Europe has skyrocketed due to sanctions against Russia and the dependence on gas power plants. Private electricity providers in France are forced to buy expensive property titles on the European market to maintain their customer base, resulting in higher electricity bills. Unregulated private providers are putting millions of French citizens in financial trouble. This situation benefits financial giants at the expense of the real economy. Some companies, like Hyberdrola, have even asked their customers to switch to EDF to avoid purchasing electricity on the market. As more people turn to EDF for regulated tariffs, the company will have to share its electricity with a larger customer base. However, due to a lack of investment in power plants and renewable energy, EDF's production is decreasing while the number of customers is increasing, leading to a shortage of electricity.

In 2007, alternative electricity providers emerged, sourcing their energy from European exchanges. However, they were not growing fast enough. In 2011, a mechanism called "l'arène" was implemented, forcing EDF to sell a quarter of its nuclear energy at a price lower than its production cost. This created an asymmetry where EDF takes investment risks while subsidizing its competitors. In 2022, the government demanded that EDF increase its nuclear electricity volume to contain tariff hikes. However, the promised 20 terawatt-hours were already sold, forcing EDF to buy its own electricity at a higher market price and resell it to competitors at a much lower price. This situation has not benefited EDF, consumers, or the energy transition. Many suppliers have suspended their offers, gone bankrupt, or ceased operations due to soaring electricity and gas prices. The French struggle to understand these price increases as electricity in France is mainly nuclear-based. They feel imposed upon by European rules and false competition, which results in energy prices from countries that have failed in their energy policies.

EDF produces 80% of the electricity in France, and their winter production is almost sufficient. There is no need to buy electricity from intermediaries or the market. The government's decision to maintain these laws is creating a major energy crisis in France. We could have been one of the few European countries to withstand sanctions, but now we might sink like the others. The solution is to reestablish EDF's monopoly so that everyone buys electricity directly from them. This should have been done years ago, especially when sanctions were imposed on Russia. The government's failure to anticipate the price surge proves their incompetence in managing our interests. They cannot blame Putin; it is their fault.

The French government is facing a technical issue with the number of nuclear power plants being shut down for maintenance, which threatens electricity production this winter. The government is holding secret meetings to prepare for the worst and is even considering bypassing nuclear regulations to ensure production. However, the problem is not just technical but also political. The lack of funding for building renovations and the neglect of old nuclear plants are political decisions that have contributed to the crisis. The government has been aware of the situation for eight years but has done nothing to address it. The energy deficit can be compensated by finding money, possibly from companies that have profited during the crisis. Other European countries have taxed energy companies' super profits, so why not France? Instead, the government is preparing for rationing and planning to lower electricity taxes using dividends from EDF, a company on the verge of bankruptcy that relies on billions of capital injections from the French government.

In this video, the speaker discusses the cost of electricity production in France. They mention that nuclear and hydroelectric power cost around 30 euros per megawatt-hour, but on certain market days, the price can reach as high as 9,987 euros. The speaker questions why the price of electricity can increase by a factor of 100, while in the oil industry, it only increases by a factor of 10. They suggest that economists, politicians, and technicians should address this issue and explain why such a significant price difference exists. The speaker also criticizes the presence of "parasitic" suppliers in the electricity market who do not contribute to production, transportation, or distribution.

The speaker discusses the impact of the ARENNE, a policy that allows private suppliers to receive a portion of EDF's electricity production. This means that EDF's share of the electricity production becomes smaller, while private suppliers still receive a significant portion. With an increasing number of customers leaving for private suppliers, EDF is left with fewer resources to meet demand. If the law is not changed, EDF will have to buy electricity from the market at a high cost to supply its customers, resulting in significant financial losses. This situation will lead to a loss of customers for private suppliers, who may go bankrupt. EDF will then have to buy back its own electricity from the market at a much higher price, causing substantial financial losses.

The French government has decided to increase the price of EDF's contracts to be higher than the market price. This has led many individuals, communities, and businesses to sign contracts with other private suppliers who are financially stable and can invest in aggressive marketing. The distribution of electricity from EDF to these private suppliers is based on the number of customers they have. Therefore, these suppliers aim to increase their customer base to obtain more electricity from EDF at a low cost, which they can then resell for a significant profit. To attract new customers, these suppliers purchase electricity from foreign markets, which makes them dependent on market prices. Sometimes the market price is stable, but other times it can skyrocket.

The speaker discusses the increase in electricity prices, stating that the previous two years saw a nearly 45% increase. However, they clarify that the statement that future increases will not exceed 10% does not mean it will be exactly 10%. They claim to have regained control over electricity prices and will now base increases on the cost of production, nuclear energy, and the overall network, rather than fossil fuel costs. They mention a successful negotiation at the European level regarding the electricity market and another negotiation with EDF to provide French citizens with access to the real cost of nuclear energy. They conclude by stating that future increases will be in line with the cost of the electrical system and inflation, without reaching double digits.