Jan 9, 2024
EDF Energy aims to extend life of UK nuclear plants
EDF Energy has outlined plans to extend the lives of its operational nuclear power stations in the UK. The French state-owned firm said it would make a decision on whether to extend the lives of four UK plants by the end of the year. The firm revealed its investment plans for its UK nuclear fleet on Tuesday and said in a statement that it hopes to boost energy security and cut carbon emissions. EDF Energy manages all five nuclear power stations that are currently generating electricity in the UK, along with three that are defueling, the first stage of winding down operations. One expert group that includes some vocal opponents of nuclear power, the International Nuclear Risk Assessment Group, said in a report in 2021 looking at ageing nuclear power plants that extensions inevitably increase the risk of accidents, including the release of radioactive substances into the environment. Helen MacInnes, an energy sector analyst, said that the investment by EDF in the "Highly regulated" nuclear power sector should be viewed positively as the UK tries to move away from fossil fuels.
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