EDF is an energy company which operates in France, in Europe and worldwide and has a long-standing commitment to sustainable development. As one of the world’s premier energy firms, EDF wants to be part of the solution to the climate/energy challenge the world is facing. One of the objectives for EDF is to remain the company releasing the least amount of CO2 per kWh of the seven major European electricity companies through the optimisation of its energy mix, through its investment choices and through the creation and promotion of commercial offers and advice for energy efficiency for all its customers. EDF aims to replace current end of life power plants with competitive generating units releasing little or no CO2 in line with national policies. A new 1650 MW nuclear reactor, the Flamanville EPR, will be operational in Normandy in 2012. EDF is also involved in the recent international nuclear revival. EDF is developing a major renewable energy program to create 3300 MW of mostly wind power by 2010, mainly in Europe. At last EDF is committed in R&D focusing on generation technologies, on high-efficiency use of electricity in households, industry and transport.
The private sector is the major source of innovation, technology and investments that can transform the global energy system.
BJORN STIGSON, WBCSD President
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