Europe’s Nuclear Revival Plans Are Too Little, Too Late

  • Emboldened leaders are pushing for more investment in sector
  • Nuclear set to make up less than 1% of power mix by 2050
The Atomium in Brussels, Belgium.Photographer: Omar Havana/Getty Images
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European leaders are trying to move past decades of neglect to spur a renaissance in nuclear energy. The fear is that it may already be too late.

The region has set stiff targets for lowering emissions and ensuring energy security by the middle of the century, emboldening nuclear proponents who say the technology can help solve both issues.