Italy approves legislation paving way for nuclear power return
They publishedItaly greenlights return of nuclear power after decades-long ban
23 Sept, 15:45ZItaly greenlights a return to nuclear energy after 40 years.
First reportBloomberg · 23 Sept, 15:24Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 24 Sept, 04:44Z
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Why it matters
What
Italy’s Senate approved nuclear legislation 81-51, with seven abstentions, establishing rules for next-generation technologies, including small modular reactors.
Why
The government says nuclear power could support energy security and climate targets amid broader European Union debates.
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Implementation decrees covering safety and waste will be drafted over the next 12 months.
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Summary
- Italy's Senate approved the legislation 81-51 with seven abstentions.
- The bill lays a regulatory framework for next-generation nuclear technologies.
- Implementation decrees will be drafted over 12 months covering safety and waste.
- The move follows past referendums and focuses on small modular reactors.
- The government cites energy security and climate targets amid EU debates.