IEA declares nuclear renaissance 'well underway', but can industry now deliver projects on time and on budget?

Stuart Stone
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An artist's render of Sizewell C nuclear power station | Credit: EDF
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An artist's render of Sizewell C nuclear power station | Credit: EDF

IEA report predicts nuclear is set to generate a record level of electricity in 2025, but warns governments and industry must overcome 'significant hurdles' if sector is to successfully enter new era

A new era for nuclear energy beckons as new projects, policies, and investments are poised to propel nuclear power to a record share of the global power mix in 2025, bolstering energy security and decarbonisation...

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