"European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Europe's turn away from nuclear energy had been a 'strategic mistake.' Brussels is now considering additional funding for nuclear, prioritizing the deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) by the early 2030s."
"Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany described the nuclear phase-out as a 'serious strategic mistake' but acknowledged it as 'irreversible.' Meanwhile, Bavaria's state premier, Markus Soder, advocates for a 'new era of nuclear energy' and plans to build SMRs."
"'The EU's renewed focus on expanding nuclear energy is a strategically sound response to the region's long-term energy security and climate goals,' said Henry Preston, spokesperson for the World Nuclear Association."
"Supporters of SMRs claim they will be cheaper, faster, and safer to deploy than traditional reactors, while opponents criticize the EU's renewed focus on nuclear as 'a misplaced strategy.'"
The Iran war has highlighted the EU's vulnerability to energy supply shocks, leading to a renewed focus on nuclear power. Member states are reconsidering their energy strategies, with calls for increased funding for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen labeled the previous turn away from nuclear as a strategic mistake. In Germany, debates are ongoing about returning to nuclear energy, with some leaders advocating for SMRs. The World Nuclear Association supports this shift as a means to enhance energy security and meet climate goals.
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