France Heat Pump Sales Rebound; State Launches Grant to Boost Domestic Industry

After three years of decline, French heat pump sales are rising due to higher gas and fuel prices. The state introduces the 'Coup de pouce chauffage' grant and a social leasing-like scheme to support adoption and protect domestic manufacturers. The policy aims to strengthen France's industrial champions in the heating sector, but its market impact depends on subsidy uptake and competition.