Italia se întoarce la energia nucleară, la aproape 40 de ani după Cernobîl. Senatul a dat undă verde noii legislații

Italy is preparing to reintroduce nuclear energy after nearly four decades, following the Senate's approval of legislation to create a framework for this transition. The law, passed with a majority vote, aims to enhance energy security and meet climate goals. However, it does not authorize immediate construction of nuclear plants but sets the legal groundwork for developing next-generation nuclear technologies. The focus is on small modular reactors (SMRs), which proponents argue are safer and quicker to build. Public opinion appears to be shifting, with a recent survey indicating support for new nuclear technologies. Despite this, challenges remain, including the lack of a permanent waste storage solution and concerns over costs and investor interest. Environmental groups and opposition parties have expressed their disapproval of the government's plans, and further disputes are anticipated regarding site selection for reactors and waste management.