'A golden age of new nuclear': EDF confirms investment in Sizewell C nuclear project

James Murray
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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

Flagship project takes another step towards final investment decision, as EDF confirms it will take 12.5 per cent stake

The Sizewell C nuclear project moved a step closer to a final investment decision (FID) this afternoon, with confirmation energy giant EDF is to take a 12.5 per cent stake in the project. The move makes...

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