Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer

Author: bbc.comPublished on: April 3, 2026Country: Europe
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Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer

Families and industries across Europe are anxiously watching gas and petrol prices rise. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the continent's move away from nuclear energy as a strategic mistake, noting that nuclear electricity production in Europe has fallen to 15%, making the continent dependent on fossil fuel imports. France, generating 65% of its electricity from nuclear power, stands out in this context.

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