Nivelul scăzut al Dunării dă peste cap extinderea CNE Kozlodui / Noile reactoare ar putea necesita turnuri de răcire / Cheltuieli în plus de 20 de miliarde de euro

The low water levels of the Danube have raised concerns about the construction of two new nuclear reactors in Bulgaria, potentially increasing costs. The project relies on existing cooling channels, but one is under repair, leading to operational challenges. Alternatives, such as building cooling towers, are being considered, which could lower initial costs but raise long-term operational expenses. Delays in approvals and uncertainties about financing persist, despite promises of loans from American and Korean banks. Political dynamics may also influence the future of Bulgaria's nuclear landscape, including the potential revival of the Belene nuclear project.