[Video] Regional studies conducted by EDF's R&D department

[This animated film shows how, through its forward-looking regional studies, EDF R&D supports regions in their energy transition. With multidisciplinary expertise and a collaborative approach, it helps guide future decisions to adapt key sectors—mobility, buildings, industry, and agriculture—to both climate challenges and local realities.]

We are at a decisive turning point in our energy era. Each region, with its unique characteristics and ambitions, requires tailored transition strategies. In this context, EDF R&D works alongside them to explore future possibilities through foresight studies.

Through these regional studies, EDF addresses the energy transition across all economic sectors, including:

• Mobility
• Buildings
• Industry
• Agriculture

These studies take into account each region’s specific resources and strengths, and rely on collaboration with all local stakeholders.

EDF R&D plays a central role in this mission. It draws on specialized experts—from energy policy to consumption forecasting—bringing deep expertise and a detailed understanding of every dimension of the energy landscape. It offers a collaborative process designed to anticipate the future.

Its greatest strength? Scientific rigor combined with a diversity of expertise, ensuring robust and reliable analysis of all energy-related issues.

One study, for example, revealed promising pathways for the Île-de-France region, projecting a potential fivefold reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and a 40% decrease in final energy consumption, excluding the aviation sector.

These findings illustrate the transformative potential, even in highly industrialized regions.

As the climate evolves, so do our studies. With a proactive approach, EDF R&D teams continuously integrate the latest scientific discoveries, refining their projections.

EDF R&D supports regions in their ambition to be active players in the energy transition.