Nuclear
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Delivery partner confirmed for Wylfa nuclear
A joint venture of Hitachi Nuclear Energy, Bechtel and JGC Corporation, has been confirmed as delivery partner for the Wylfa Newydd nuclear power project in Wales. -
EDF bosses called back to Parliament to explain further Hinkley delay
MPs on the Energy and Climate Change Select Committee want an explanation for latest delay to Hinkley Point. -
Small modular reactors: coastal sites under consideration
Coastal towns are being considered as locations for a wave of mini nuclear power stations, as part of Government plans to boost the UK’s power generation. -
WYG bags £5.4m Sellafield contract
Three-year contract at Sellafield is won by WYG. -
EDF still backing Hinkley
EDF’s CEO tells MPs that “categorically” the Hinkley Point nuclear plant will go ahead, but experts still concerned over spiraling costs. -
Still no decision on Hinckley C as life of four nuclear stations extended
EDF Energy has pushed back closure dates for four of its seven nuclear power stations -
EDF delays Hinkley decision amid new worries over finances
Energy group EDF postpones a decision on financing Hinkley Point. -
China to invest £6bn in Hinkley as Government fixes fuel price at £92.50/MWh
Deal with China General Nuclear Corporation could open door to new reactors at Bradwell and Sizewell. -
Our nuclear future
All eyes are on Hinkley C this week as China commits to invest in the plant but Julianne Antrobus says attention should also be on small modular reactors as the future of our energy supply. -
Majority of the UK public back nuclear power “to keep the lights on”
A survey by IMechE of 2,000 members of the public found 56% support for the UK using nuclear power in the future but 44% would protest against a nuclear waste facility near their home.