The investment plan France 2030 was launched in October 2021 to support innovation and reinforce the industrial and technological sovereignty of our country by the end of the decade. Three and a half years after its launch, indicators confirm a trajectory largely in line with the set objectives.
Endowed with 54 billion euros, this plan revolves around 10 objectives and 6 levers to accompany the transformation of the French economy towards more sustainable growth, focused on future sectors such as digital, hydrogen, batteries, space, or health. Half is dedicated to decarbonizing the economy, while the other half supports emerging players.
A Progress Status in Line with the Roadmap
Of the sixteen performance indicators monitored, fourteen are currently in line with the planned trajectory, or even ahead. This dynamic is reflected in concrete advances across the territory: of the 38 billion euros allocated by the end of 2024, nearly 48% have been assigned outside Île-de-France. The funding has supported 7,457 projects, 6,103 patent filings, and mobilized 196,824 jobs, including 156,009 jobs following project implementation, demonstrating their lasting impact.
These funds have been primarily devoted to SMEs, mid-sized businesses, and micro-businesses, which represent 55% of the beneficiaries, while 17% have been allocated to large companies and 28% to public enterprises, research organizations, and universities.
Some sectors are already showing notable results:
- 100,000 people have been trained in future professions in 2024 (target of 400,000 per year by 2030);
- 47 bio-medicines are already produced in France (target of 60 by 2030, with nearly 600 in development);
- European quantum computers with French "leadership" represent 52% of global sales.
- The self-sufficiency rate in fresh fruits and vegetables is 56% (target of 60% by 2030);
- 640,000 electric and hybrid vehicles were produced in France in 2024 (target of 2 million electric and hybrid vehicles by 2030).
- Industrial GHG emissions have decreased by 7.2 billion tons annually (target of 11 billion by 2030),
- 0.4 GW of electrolysis capacity has been secured (target of 0.8 GW by 2026). A national hydrogen strategy is also expected soon.
- Eleven new film studios are under construction or expansion, also supporting the plan's ambitions in cultural industries.
One of the goals of France 2030 is to secure the supply of components. Nearly 5 billion euros have already been dedicated to this: 125,000 wafers were produced in 2024 (target of 234,000 by 2030).
The plan aims to accelerate the emergence, industrialization, and growth of start-ups: in 2024, 385 were created, 13% more than in 2023. Over 7 billion euros have been granted to date to support 925 projects and finance 130 venture capital funds. Ambitions for 2030: 100 unicorns, including 25 green ones, 500 deeptech startups, and 100 industrial sites per year.
An Intensification of Commitments since January 2025
Since the beginning of the year, the momentum has continued. The Prime Minister approved an additional 1.5 billion euros in investments for 250 new projects. These decisions particularly concern areas such as:
- decarbonized hydrogen,
- health and biotechnology,
- space technologies,
- decarbonization of industrial processes,
- innovative transport,
- digital sovereignty.
In parallel, more than 25 project call mechanisms have been launched or renewed, covering sectors like renewable energies, electronics, robotics, materials, agriculture, and digital.
Reaffirmed Execution Conditions
During the Interministerial Committee on Innovation on April 10, 2025, the Prime Minister reiterated that the 54 billion euros of the plan will be fully mobilized despite a constrained budgetary context. He also emphasized the need for an environment conducive to reindustrialization:
- easier access to land, supported by a senatorial bill currently under review,
- a simplified regulatory and fiscal framework, following the simplification bill currently debated in the National Assembly.
To better understand
What is electrolysis and why is it crucial for France's hydrogen strategy?
Electrolysis is a process that uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. It is crucial as it allows hydrogen production with no direct CO2 emissions, essential for decarbonization.
What role does the Interministerial Innovation Committee play in the France 2030 plan?
The Interministerial Innovation Committee coordinates state efforts to promote innovation, ensuring efficient resource allocation and progress monitoring within the France 2030 plan.