EDF boss hints at nuclear strike price of under £140/MWh

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Vincent de Rivaz tells the Telegraph energy giant will seek level of support for Hinkley Point plans that ensures nuclear is competitive with offshore wind

EDF Energy's chief executive, Vincent de Rivaz, has rejected recent suggestions that the company's proposed new nuclear power plant would require more financial support than offshore wind farms. Speaking...

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