Press releases
Paks II nuclear project state aid legally justified, says ECJ
Today, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has given its full backing to the European Commission’s decision to approve the state aid mechanism applied to the construction of the new nuclear power plant in Hungary, Paks II. The case was brought by Austria. In its...
Joint statement of the global nuclear industry regarding the critical role of nuclear energy within the current geopolitical context
The current global geopolitical context has underlined more than ever the importance of a resilient, decarbonized and independent energy system. Security of energy supplies and affordable prices for citizens and businesses are pressing matters for decision makers...
Poland gives green light to new large-scale nuclear reactor
Brussels, 4 November 2022: nucleareurope welcomes the resolution adopted by the Council of Ministers of the government of the Republic of Poland on Wednesday 2 November to build a large-scale nuclear reactor in the north of the country. This decision will contribute...
Small Modular Reactors
Brussels, 26 November 2022: nucleareurope has today published a position paper highlighting the benefits which Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) can bring to Europe’s energy system. In addition to providing an overview of ongoing SMR projects and potential challenges...
Radioactive waste management in the nuclear sector
Brussels, 27 September 2022: nucleareurope has today published a series of background papers on radioactive waste management and decommissioning activities. These documents summarise how radioactive waste is dealt with by the sector and provide further indepth...