Overview
- CAPEB coordinated demonstrations on December 17 at roughly thirty prefectures, with actions reported in Lille, Metz, Montpellier, Strasbourg and other cities.
- Leaders pressed for simpler rules and better access to the MaPrimeRénov’ market for very small firms, citing repeated policy reversals that have stalled projects.
- CAPEB reported 62% of 5,000 surveyed members saw activity decline after the suspension and tightening of MaPrimeRénov’ eligibility.
- Artisans criticized the REP PMCB regime for too few collection points and rising costs, saying paid fees have not been matched by effective waste services.
- Sector representatives cited losses of about 40,000 jobs and 15,000 firms over two years, with examples including a VAT jump on gas boilers and the removal of wall insulation support.