Energy specialist and founder of the think tank The Shift Project, Jean-Marc Jancovici, outlines the significant climate challenges facing future governments in France, particularly with the 2027 presidential election approaching. He emphasizes that substantial political movement on climate issues will only occur once a shared understanding of the climate crisis is established within the population. Jancovici’s analysis focuses on the complex relationship between public awareness and governmental policy regarding energy and the environment. The Shift Project’s research highlights the considerable obstacles ahead in addressing climate change effectively. He suggests that without a consensus on the severity and implications of the climate situation among citizens in France, politicians will be unlikely to enact meaningful change. This underscores the importance of public education and engagement in promoting effective climate action throughout France. The expert's statements serve as a call for increased public understanding before the 2027 election.