Press releases
EU needs nuclear energy to ensure a sustainable, low-carbon future
Brussels, 7 February 2019: Nuclear energy can help the European Union achieve a sustainable and low-carbon future while at the same time providing people with reliable and affordable electricity. In a dedicated position paper, FORATOM highlights nuclear energy’s three...
FORATOM announces priorities for 2019: Climate change, sustainability and jobs
Brussels, 14 January 2019: FORATOM President Teodor Chirica and Director General Yves Desbazeille highlight the association’s priorities for 2019.2018 ended on a high for the nuclear industry. At international level, the IPCC made it clear that nuclear power is...
EU confirms nuclear as backbone of 2050 carbon-free Europe
Brussels, 29 November 2018: The European Commission has confirmed that nuclear will form the backbone of a carbon-free European power system, together with renewables. With each Member State free to choose its own energy mix, the Commission underlines that those which...
Nuclear must account for one quarter of the energy mix to ensure that Europe meets its 2050 low-carbon targets
Brussels, 22 November 2018: If Europe is serious about decarbonising its economy by 2050 then one quarter of the electricity produced in the EU will need to come from nuclear. This will ensure that citizens and industry have access to the low-carbon electricity they...
Today, Europe has a window of opportunity to make the right decision for its citizens and industry
Wholesale electricity prices across Europe have recorded an unprecedented increase between 2017 and 2018, and could have a significant negative impact on European economies. Interestingly, in France, a country where nuclear accounts for a major share of the energy...