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Nuclear power

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Simson clarifies statement on renewables

Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson had her spokesperson clarify a statement on Wednesday that could be interpreted as a move away from the EU's own target for renewable energies in 2040.

By Manuel Berkel

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'Comeback' of nuclear power: tripling capacities

At COP28, the USA and 21 other countries have signed a declaration on tripling nuclear power capacity by 2050, a step intended to help achieve the climate targets.

By Markus Grabitz

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Electricity market: no agreement yet on nuclear power plants

The energy ministers have surprisingly not yet reached an agreement on the core of electricity market reform. The main point of contention is France's wish to be able to subsidize existing nuclear power plants as well. However, EU ambassadors still have to negotiate about coal-fired power plants.

By Manuel Berkel