Helium-3 could be the ideal fuel for nuclear fusion, a potential energy source that mimics the same process that powers stars
Mairead McGuinness: Why the European Commission says gas and nuclear are green
But we are far from that place and there is a need, as we move more rapidly towards renewables, for some member states to continue to use gas and nuclear power in the medium term.
FEATURE-Can Europe survive without Russian oil? Nuclear power may be key
After a 20-year political battle, Belgium was set to shut its nuclear plants in 2025 but the war in Ukraine here and rising energy prices have forced a U-turn - and reignited debate across Europe...
Will Ukrainian crisis help bring nuclear in from the cold in Europe?
Even before Russian shells landed perilously close to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe, the role of nuclear in the transition from fossil fuels was complicated. For many,...
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the UK will build one new nuclear plant a year
As Europe looks to move away from dependence on Russian energy, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said nuclear power needs to play a larger role.
Calm approach the right strategy for energy security, says panel
Policymakers and businesses alike need to take a calm, rational and pragmatic approach to ensure security of energy supply, according to panellists at World Nuclear Fuel Cycle 2022.
Why Germany won’t give up on giving up nuclear
With Europe scrambling for alternatives to Russian fossil fuels, Germany’s insistence on sticking with a plan to shut down its three remaining nuclear power plants by the end of this year baffles...
Spain / Nuclear Performance Shows Importance Of Reactors To Net Zero, Says Industry Group
Spain’s fleet of seven commercial nuclear power plants produced 20.8% of the electricity consumed in the country in 2021, showing its importance in the transition towards net zero, industry group...