Press releases
EESC calls for EU to adopt a clear and comprehensive nuclear strategy
On 22 September, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) adopted its Opinion on the Illustrative Nuclear Programme (PINC) issued by the European Commission last April. The Opinion, written by rapporteur Brian Curtis, deplores that the "European Commission's...
UK government gives final go-ahead to Hinkley Point C
On 15 September, the UK government gave its final approval to the construction of two EPR reactors at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in the south-west of England. FORATOM strongly welcomes the final go ahead given to the project, which is an important milestone for the future...
HPC project to help reach EU’s climate & energy objectives
FORATOM, the trade association representing the European nuclear industry, strongly welcomes the final investment decision taken yesterday by EDF for the construction of two EPR reactors at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in the south-west of England. This is a very important...
PINC: EC opens the discussion on nuclear energy trends and investments
FORATOM, the voice of the European nuclear industry, takes note of the publication by the European Commission (EC) of the "Nuclear Illustrative Programme" (PINC). The EC is mandated by Article 40 of the Euratom Treaty to periodically issue a new PINC to...
FORATOM calls for EC to enhance effectiveness of investment communication process in nuclear field
On 22 January 2016, FORATOM published a Position Paper in response to the European Commission (EC)’s consultation on the revision of the existing information and procedural requirements under Articles 41 to 44 of the Euratom Treaty. These requirements provide that...