A context of tension around salary negotiations
Discussions on salaries, recently initiated in companies in the energy sector, are encountering major disagreement. The unions are demanding a general increase of 2.3%, to which individual adjustments would be added to reflect the specificities of each position. However, current employer proposals do not exceed 1.5%, a level deemed “unacceptable” by worker representatives.
« With a general increase limited to 0.8% in 2024, employees are already experiencing a significant lag in the face of inflation. It is not acceptable to continue on this path “, declared a spokesperson for the CGT.
Unprecedented mobilization for the energy sector
On December 5, employees of EDF, Enedis, GRDF and other companies in the sector will mobilize in a coordinated manner. This movement is unprecedented in its scale and could seriously disrupt the production and distribution of electricity and gas throughout the territory.
According to the unions, this strike also aims to remind managers of the need to take into account the economic realities of workers: “It is inconceivable that in such a vital sector, employees are forced to fight every year to obtain fair remuneration” .
What impacts should we expect?
The strike could affect the continuity of operations, leading to delays in energy distribution. Certain strategic activities, such as emergency repairs or network maintenance, could be put on hold.
Disruptions are possible, particularly in the event of a reduction in electricity production. However, unions say they will take care to limit the impact on the most vulnerable households.
This movement is part of a broader context of social tensions. It could increase pressure on the executive to intervene and arbitrate in favor of employees.
The choice of December 5 is not trivial. This date coincides with a branch meeting intended to discuss salary developments for 2025. The unions hope that this show of force will encourage employers to raise their proposals and meet the expectations of employees.
