Axpo has announced plans to decommission the Beznau nuclear power plants in Döttingen, Switzerland, by 2032. The interest in nuclear energy in the country began post-World War II, leading to the establishment of the first nuclear facility in Beznau in…
Axpo’s CEO Christoph Brand has outlined plans for the future of the Beznau nuclear power plant, confirming that it will operate until 2033, extending its life beyond the originally planned 2029 shutdown. The decision comes after a year-long analysis of…
The Swiss Federal Council is contemplating lifting the ban on new nuclear power plants, citing concerns over the pace of renewable energy expansion. Energy Minister Albert Rösti emphasizes the need to keep nuclear options available. Experts like Annalisa Manera from…
A factory in Niedersachsen, Lingen is collaborating with the Russian state-owned company Rosatom to produce hexagonal nuclear fuel elements for Eastern European nuclear power plants. The joint venture aims to reduce dependence on Russian fuel, yet concerns about industrial espionage…
Former President Donald Trump aims to revive the US nuclear power industry, focusing on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a solution to energy needs. With the National Energy Council set to take shape, Trump plans to analyze and boost nuclear…
