The automation of the energy check is over and the news is clearly having difficulty getting around. According to information from RMConly 53,000 households (as of November 7) have applied, while the number of potential new beneficiaries is estimated at 1 million. “ That’s a ridiculous appeal rate of 5%. », Indicates RMC.
“Make the counter better known to its potential beneficiaries”
« We are examining all possible means to communicate more effectively and make the counter better known to its potential beneficiaries. (…) We are also working to maximize as much as possible the automation of the granting of the check for 2025 », Assured the office of the Minister responsible for Energy to RMC.
As a reminder, the energy check is an aid launched in 2018. It allows more than 5 million French people to obtain assistance with their energy expenses (electricity and gas bill, purchase of firewood, etc.) ranging from 48 at €277 depending on household and income.
Previously paid automatically in April, you must now request it on an online platform (if you are receiving it for the first time) due to the removal of the housing tax.
If you are eligible, there is not much time left. The platform, which opened on July 4, is supposed to close on December 31, 2024. Associations, joined by RMC, ask “ to extend the lifespan of the online counter and make this assistance automatic again ».
