Swiss Power Providers Show Little Appetite For Building Nuclear Plants

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Swiss energy companies welcome the lifting of the ban on the construction of nuclear power stations. But no company believes a nuclear project is economically viable for the moment. Select your language

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A new nuclear power station is not a realistic prospect in the short to medium term, BKW has stated in response to an enquiry from the AWP news agency.“The conditions for a new nuclear power station do not currently exist for economic reasons and given the lack of stable public acceptance.” Therefore, for BKW,“building a new plant is out of the question”.

In the nuclear sector, the company is focusing on ensuring the long-term operation of the facilities at Leibstadt and Gösgen.“Thanks to the safe operation of these two plants, Switzerland will have sufficient time to further develop renewable energy production and ensure long-term security of supply, even in winter,” BKW added.

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