France & United States — United States Department of Energy
11 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Jun 29, 2026
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France: France is the location of SGL's Chedde facility, where production capacity will be expanded, boosting local manufacturing and potentially the nuclear supply chain in Europe.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE's Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program supports X-energy's first commercial plant, which will benefit from the expanded graphite supply. The agreement aligns with DOE's goals for advanced nuclear deployment.
Aug 03, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
France: France is a key location for USA Rare Earth's expansion, receiving substantial investment and job creation, and offering government incentives to support the rare earth ecosystem.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy has provided federal funding to USA Rare Earth for a pilot-scale rare earth element separations project, enhancing domestic processing capacity.
Jun 01, 2026 · 8 articles
International
France: France's factories experienced a contraction in activity, and its finance minister has urged international financial institutions to assist countries vulnerable to the Iran war's fallout.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy>>> loaned oil from the national security stockpile to ease market jitters, a measure to mitigate rising fuel prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
France: France, along with Britain, has been working on plans for a naval mission to clear mines and escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, offering support for its reopening.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy, through Secretary Chris Wright, has reported increased oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized Washington's commitment to ensuring its continued openness.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
France: France is a potential alternative partner for nuclear technology.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE signed and promoted the deal, emphasizing nonproliferation and economic benefits for US industry.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
Domestic
France: Site of Solvay's rare earth processing facility in La Rochelle.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE hosted mining schools and announced $100 million in grants to boost mining education.
Mar 08, 2026 · 112 articles
Regulatory
France: France is noted for its small-scale nuclear waste recycling and reprocessing efforts, which involve harvesting plutonium for fuel.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy>>> is facilitating the repurposing of surplus plutonium for advanced nuclear technologies, aligning with the Trump administration's executive order.
May 26, 2026 · 12 articles
International
France: As the G7 host, France is a key driver behind the critical minerals initiative, pushing for a statement and measures to reduce reliance on China, and advocating for a G7-led trading bloc.
United States — United States Department of Energy: Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes previously ran the batteries and critical minerals portfolio for the United States — United States Department of Energy.
Jun 15, 2026 · 34 articles
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