Europe 1 with AFP 6:37 p.m., August 09, 2022

EDF is claiming compensation of 8.34 billion euros from the State on Tuesday following the government's decision to allocate additional volumes of cheap nuclear electricity to its competitors.

This measure is intended to limit the increase in bills.

EDF on Tuesday demanded compensation of 8.34 billion euros from the State following the government's decision to allocate additional volumes of cheap nuclear electricity to its competitors, a measure intended to limit the rise bills.

"EDF filed today a legal action with the Council of State, and a claim for compensation, for an amount estimated to date at 8.34 billion euros, with the State", its main shareholder, indicates the group. in a press release.

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