EDF is committed to making carbon-free electricity the fuel of the future
The transport sector is now the main contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. Consequently, carbon-free electricity is the solution of the future to ensure clean modes of transport. With an 93% CO₂-free global energy mix(1) in 2023, the EDF Group has a major role to play.
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(1) Direct CO₂ emissions, linked to production, excluding the life cycle assessment (LCA) of production facilities and fuels – Figure from 31/12/2023 – Source EDF Group's Annual Results 2023
EDF and electric mobility
Faced with the challenge of energy transition, reducing energy consumption and cutting CO2 emissions are two major issues for EDF customers, whether they are individuals, businesses or local authorities.
For the EDF Group, the development of electric mobility is in line with its raison d'être: building a CO₂-neutral energy future, reconciling preservation of the planet, well-being and development, thanks to electricity and innovative solutions and services.
The EDF Group is positioned as one of the pioneers in this field, and has been interested in EVs and their impact on the electricity system since the late “60s”. In the early '70s, EDF R&D tested the first electric 4L prototypes with Renault at the EDF lab in Les Renardières. Since then, EDF R&D has never stopped contributing to the development of EVs and batteries for electric mobility.
A player in fast-charging
Charging behavior is changing as more and more electric vehicles are offered for long-distance journeys. It is therefore essential to offer electric vehicle users charging solutions adapted to different types of use. Ultra-fast charging solutions are a fast-growing segment in which the EDF Group has decided to position itself. In concrete terms, users will be able to recharge their electric vehicles in the parking lots of certain retail outlets while shopping, going to the cinema or eating out.
EDF Group launches Europe's first bi-directional charging demonstrator
Supported by the European Innovation Fund, this project for electric mobility will enable the deployment of 800 vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging points.
A player in smart charging
The development of electric mobility requires smart charging solutions. With V1G smart charging, the charging of electric vehicles is controlled according to the periods when the electrical network is least busy, enabling the user to benefit from attractive prices and low-carbon energy.
In its most advanced form, vehicle-to-grid (V2G), smart charging even transforms the vehicle into a reservoir of electricity.
A player in home solutions
The EDF Group has made electric mobility a major focus of its low-carbon strategy. The 1st challenge is to support the rapid growth of the electric vehicle market, which will enable the decarbonization of transport: the EDF Group has therefore positioned itself in electricity supply with offers adapted to EV charging, and in electric vehicle charging infrastructures. These two elements are key to the success of the transition from internal combustion vehicles to electric vehicles. Day-to-day savings, lower CO2 emissions and reduced dependence on fossil fuels... Individually and collectively, we have everything to gain from the electric car.
Exemplary player: 100% of EDF's fleet of light vehicles will be electric
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Exemplary player: 100% of EDF's fleet of light vehicles will be electric
EDF is the first French company to join the EV100 initiative, spearheaded by the international non-profit organization The Climate Group. The EDF Group is committed to converting its entire light vehicle fleet to electric in France by 2030, thereby contributing to the development of a low-carbon society and the energy transition.
Provider of your mobility
Electric mobility is already a reality. Whether you're an individual, a business or a local authority, EDF offers you dedicated packages that include low-carbon electricity supply and charging solutions.
