Where does Paris get its electricity?

Where does Paris get its electricity? Despite being home to millions of people and one of the world's most recognizable skylines, Paris produces surprisingly little of the electricity it consumes. In fact, roughly 95% of the electricity used in Île-de-France comes from outside the region. In this video, we follow electricity from power plants across France through the high-voltage transmission grid, substations, and local distribution networks until it finally reaches homes, businesses, the Paris Metro, and the city's famous landmarks. You'll learn why nuclear power dominates France's electricity system, how electricity can travel hundreds of kilometers before reaching Paris, and why one of Europe's largest cities depends on a nationwide network to keep the lights on.