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As oil and gas prices spiral, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer
Europe is reconsidering nuclear energy as a solution to energy insecurity and high prices caused by geopolitical tensions, with leaders like Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron advocating for its role in energy independence and decarbonization. However, challenges include long construction times, high costs, safety concerns, and competition from renewables, with small modular reactors emerging as a potential future option.
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8 tagsnuclear energyenergy securitygas pricessmall modular reactorsrenewablesdecarbonizationEU policyenergy independence
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As oil and gas prices spiral, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer
Apr 4, 2026, 7:14 AM
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