Return to Nuclear Power Paves Way for Italy's Energy Security
Italy's government has adopted a law paving the way for the return to nuclear energy almost 40 years after it was banned by referendum, marking a significant shift in the country's energy strategy. The law gives the government a mandate to adopt detailed decrees for the transition to advanced modular reactors, which are expected to produce sustainable nuclear energy and decarbonise Italy's most polluting industries. The move aims to enhance energy security and self-sufficiency, with estimates suggesting that nuclear power could save 17 billion euros on the cost of decarbonising the economy by 2050.
- This decision highlights the growing recognition among European countries of nuclear energy as a vital component in their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.
- How will Italy's foray into nuclear power impact its relations with neighboring countries, particularly those with existing nuclear infrastructure?