More than 50 organizations gathered in front of Bercy, the French Ministry of Economy, on September 15, 2026, to call for a government budget that reflects the urgency of the climate crisis. The protest occurred during a summer marked by extreme heat and devastating wildfires, which activists say highlight the consequences of delayed action on climate change. The event had a festive tone, with participants waving green and blue flags, wearing red t-shirts from the environmental group France Nature Environnement (FNE), and carrying a large inflatable "climate bomb" from the group "Scientists in Rebellion." A brass band played music, and the crowd included representatives from various environmental and social organizations, including Greenpeace, Médecins du monde, and Solidaires. Jean-François Julliard, director general of FNE, said the government's response to the summer's extreme weather was "not up to the mark," and urged a mobilization before the parliamentary vote on the budget. Axèle Gilbert, a campaigner for FNE, pointed out that the government had cut 500 million euros from the Green Fund for Climate, which had aimed for 2.5 billion euros in 2024 but was reduced to 1 billion euros for 2027. The funds were originally meant to support climate initiatives, but the government redirected the money to an emergency plan for agriculture, drawing criticism from environmental groups. Sandrine Rousseau, an ecologist MP, criticized the government for not addressing climate change in the Prime Minister's recent interview, warning that without more funding, the country could face social unrest. Damien Girard, an MP from Morbihan, highlighted the severe impact of the heatwave on his region, noting that areas like Morbihan and Brittany were not the climate refuges many had assumed. He introduced a proposed law that would allow workers to take unpaid leave during extreme weather without losing income, aiming to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves. Médecins du monde representatives spoke about the challenges faced by the homeless during the heatwave, emphasizing the urgent need for shaded areas and cooler spaces. Participants expressed frustration with the government's approach, with one activist saying, "I'm furious, we are being mocked. We are tired of being crushed. They need to overturn their system of money distribution." Bruno Ménard, representing the Union of Volunteer Firefighters of France, warned that emergency services were nearing a breaking point due to the intensity of the 2026 summer. The demonstration aimed to build momentum for future actions, with plans for a convergence of struggles on September 26, emphasizing the need for collective action in the face of growing climate challenges.