France’s state-controlled nuclear operator EDF is exploring plans for new nuclear power reactors in Cumbria, northwest England, The London-based Daily Telegraph reported.
According to unconfirmed reports in the newspaper, EDF’s interest in the area would be as part of a consortium rather than as lead developer.
The French utility has met with local officials keen to revive the area’s nuclear industry after Toshiba abandoned plans to build three Westinghouse AP1000 nuclear power units at Moorside in late 2018.
According to unconfirmed reports in the newspaper, EDF’s interest in the area would be as part of a consortium rather than as lead developer.
The French utility has met with local officials keen to revive the area’s nuclear industry after Toshiba abandoned plans to build three Westinghouse AP1000 nuclear power units at Moorside in late 2018.
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