EDF’s Ability to Make Nuclear Power Affordable Still in Doubt
- Auditor sees 6.7 billion euros of extra costs for Flamanville
- Utility needs state funding to construct new reactors
The domed containment building of Flamanville-3 reactor stands in Flamanville, France.
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Electricite de France SA’s ability to build new nuclear plants at an acceptable cost and within a reasonable time frame remains in doubt despite the French industry’s efforts to avoid past mistakes.