Nuclear power will play a key role in Belgium’s most cost-effective path to climate neutrality, a new study by the Federal Planning Bureau (FPB) has found.
The study sees electricity demand to rise from 88 TWh in 2020 to about 202 TWh in 2050.
The FPB looked at three scenarios in its analysis: one with a nuclear phaseout in 2035 and limited offshore wind, one with a nuclear phaseout but maximum offshore wind development including North Sea imports, and a third “optimal” scenario without constraints on nuclear or offshore capacity.
Want to keep reading?
Register free and get full access to NucNet for 14 days. No card required.
- Daily news briefing on the global nuclear industry
- Weekly, monthly and topical newsletters
- 24/7 coverage during nuclear incidents and safety events
- Full searchable archive, 30,000+ articles since 1991
- SMR and AMR project database
- Analysis, Focus pieces and infographics
- NucNet Style Guide for nuclear reporters and communicators
After the trial, keep a free account for a newsletter and a complimentary Plus article every two weeks. Or see our subscription plans for individuals and organisations.
See subscription options
