Energy renovation: what changes on January 1, 2026

These developments are taking place in a climate of uncertainty for all stakeholders — individuals, building professionals, co-ownerships, local authorities and businesses — even though the new Multiannual Energy Programme (PPE), intended to set the strategic trajectory for the sector, has still not been published.

à cela s'ajoute the announced suspension of MaPrimeRénov' on January 1stDue to the lack of a voted budget, this interruption must be seen in the context of the 2026 draft budget's budget trajectory, marked by a reduction in funding allocated to MaPrimeRénov'. It applies to all of the Anah's programs, unlike the previous summer suspension, which was limited to major renovations.

CEE: Entry into force of P6 – a new structuring step for renovation aid

• The sixth period of Energy Savings Certificates (P6) officially begins. It redefines the funding priorities of the scheme and thus gives a new direction to energy renovation projects while preparing the sector for the future strategic choices outlined in the Multiannual Energy Programme (PPE).
• The Energy Savings Certificates (CEE) scheme continues its transformation towards more intensive support for sectors that have been less incentivized until now, such as transport or industry, even though they represent a significant portion of the potential for energy savings in this sixth period
• Concerning residential sectorHis support will be maintained and even intensified.
• The income thresholds for "precarious" situations will be increased by 1%, as part of an indexation to inflation.

For individuals

• Suspension of the MaPrimeRénov' scheme due to lack of approved budget
• Heating: a boost for wood heating and heat pumps. Massive increase in CEE funding for wood heating and heat pumps, particularly when they replace gas, oil or coal systems
• Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): a new coefficient applied to electricity will allow some homes to obtain a better DPE rating and to circumvent the ban on renting out energy-inefficient properties
• Mobility: Extension of the Electric Vehicle Boost, which supports the purchase of new electric vehicles for individuals
• Zero-interest eco-loan: The income thresholds applicable to beneficiaries of eco-PTZ loans, which allow access to the renovation guarantee fund, have been updated. They will now be aligned with the "Modest Households" category of the scale set by the Anah (National Housing Agency).

For communities and businesses

• Heat pumps and geothermal energy: significantly increased subsidies. Funding can now be multiplied by five when a collective heat pump or a geothermal system replaces heating energy carbonaceous.

New deadlines

• Postponed to January 1, 2030 (instead of January 1, 2027) of the obligations arising from the BACS Decree, relating to automation and control systems for tertiary buildings
• Progress as of March 1, 2026 (instead of January 1, 2027) of the entry into force of the obligations concerning temperature control systems for heating and cooling systems and the insulation of heat and cold distribution networks.

According to Pierre-Marie Perrin, Director of Public Affairs and Communication at Hellio:

“The measures that come into effect on January 1, 2026 represent a major milestone for the energy renovation sector. In a context where the PPE has not yet been published, these developments offer stakeholders — individuals, professionals, co-ownerships, local authorities and companies — essential benchmarks to guide their renovation choices.

The P6 redefines funding priorities and accelerates the transition to low-carbon solutions, while maintaining strong support for the residential sector and opening up new opportunities for the transport and industrial sectors.

At Hellio, we are fully committed to helping each stakeholder anticipate these changes, secure their projects and take advantage of the new dynamics of the energy transition.”

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