Italia deschide calea pentru revenirea la energia nucleară, la 40 de ani după Cernobîl

The Italian Senate has approved a law to establish a legal framework for the country's return to nuclear energy, nearly four decades after abandoning its nuclear program. The government argues that nuclear energy is essential for energy security and climate goals. The law does not permit the construction of nuclear reactors yet, but sets the groundwork for future projects. The government has one year to develop regulations for reactor authorization and safety standards. Despite public support for new nuclear technologies, challenges remain, including the lack of a permanent waste storage facility and potential local opposition to new projects. Analysts express concerns about the high costs of nuclear reactors, particularly small modular reactors, which are not yet commercially viable in Europe.