According to the Secours populaire, a French charitable organization, more than one quarter of the French population—26 percent—faces economic fragility. This figure, from the poverty and precarity barometer published on September 10, shows a significant increase of six percentage points compared to the previous year, according to the association. The report highlights a growing challenge in France, where more people are struggling to meet basic living costs, including housing, food, and utilities. One of the key findings of the survey is the rising issue of energy precarity. More than three out of four French people surveyed said that energy bills make up a significant portion of their monthly budget. For nearly one in six, energy costs are described as "very high," placing a heavy financial burden on households. This situation has led many to take proactive steps to manage their expenses. In response to high energy costs, 76 percent of those surveyed have taken at least one measure to reduce their bills. Among these actions, nearly half—53 percent—have intentionally kept their home temperature below 18 degrees Celsius to cut energy use. Other common strategies include avoiding the use of energy-intensive appliances such as ovens and washing machines, with 42 percent of respondents reporting this behavior. Additionally, 33 percent have reduced their shower frequency or opted for cold showers to conserve energy. The findings underscore the increasing difficulty many French citizens face in maintaining a stable standard of living amid rising energy prices and economic pressures. The report serves as a call to attention for policymakers and organizations to address the growing challenge of energy and economic insecurity in the country.