WorldEuropePresident Macron announced plans to construct eight new nuclear reactors

President Macron announced plans to construct eight new nuclear reactors

Type of event:
Nuclear Policies

Victims

Wounded

Date

June 13, 2024

What happened

French President Macron announced the construction of eight new nuclear reactors. This marks a decisive step regarding the French energy aspect. This declaration aims to accelerate the energy transition by reducing dependence on fossil fuels. This underlines the importance of nuclear energy for France, becoming a priority on the country’s chessboard. The French Minister of Economic Affairs, Bruno Le Maire, has recently emphasized the significant challenges posed by this project to the French nuclear sector. The project’s success hinges on sustained dedication to training, investment in research, and adherence to stringent safety and innovation standards. Furthermore, investing in nuclear energy serves as an effective means to rejuvenate the industry and generate highly skilled employment opportunities.

Where it happened

Main sources