France says gas heating systems will be barred in new buildings as part of electrification push

What exactly did France announce on gas heating?

Lecornu said gas heating systems would no longer be allowed in new buildings, including collective housing, with the government saying the change would begin by the end of this year and be reflected in new-building rules from 2027 Ouest France,Le Monde,Le Monde.

Why is the government making this move now?

The government tied the decision to the recent energy shock linked to the war in the Middle East, arguing that France remains vulnerable because much of its energy use still depends on imported fossil fuels whose prices can surge during international crises Local France,20minutes,Reuters.

What else is in the electrification plan?

Beyond the gas-heating ban, the government said it would increase annual support for electrification to about 10 billion euros through 2030 and direct aid toward areas including electric vehicles and heat pumps Reuters,Bloomberg Business,France Bleu.