Ondřej Knotek· PfE

Overestimated

The electricity carbon footprint in France is currently 20 times lower than in Germany.

Omissions

• The actual ratio is significantly lower than claimed - sources indicate approximately 5-9x difference rather than 20x
• The claim does not specify the exact metric used (gCO2/kWh) which makes verification more difficult
• The MEP could not have known sources published after March 10, 2026, but the data period (2024-2025) is relevant

Sources

• PrimaryEuropean Environment Agency - Greenhouse gas emission intensity of electricity generationEU electricity generation emissions decreased 9% in 2024 vs 2023, 40% vs decade ago - provides framework for national comparisons
• PrimaryOur World in Data - Lifecycle carbon intensity of electricityInteractive data showing France approximately 60-80 gCO2eq/kWh vs Germany 350-380 gCO2eq/kWh for 2024-2025
• PrimaryRTE France - Bilan électrique 2025Nearly 95% of French electricity was low-carbon in 2025, indicating very low carbon intensity
• TertiaryLinkedIn/Energy Analyst - Germany vs France CO2 comparisonStates Germany's CO2 emissions are 9x higher per kWh than France's