The Brussels-based nuclear industry group Foratom welcomed a European Commission proposal to increase its 2030 CO2 emissions reduction target to at least 55%.

The group said this is essential if the EU is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. “The nuclear sector stands ready to play its part by providing a stable supply of low-carbon electricity, as well as other energy carriers such as hydrogen,” Foratom said.

Foratom said that in terms of decarbonising the electricity sector, it has identified two challenges: ensuring security of supply and costs.