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Belgium's planned phase-out of nuclear energy is likely to lead to greater use of gas-fired generation and increased emissions, according to a new policy review by the International Energy Agency (IEA).
- Source: World Nuclear News
- Date: Friday, 22 April 2022
- Original article: world-nuclear-news.org/Articles/IEA-highlights-concerns-over-Belgian-nuclear-phase
In a review of Spain's energy policy, the International Energy Agency (IEA) says the country should consider the usefulness of nuclear energy, including for non-electricity applications, for diversifying technical options to achieve long-term carbon neutrality by 2050. Under Spain's current policy, operation of its fleet of seven nuclear power reactors will be phased out by 2035. The country aims to generate all of its electricity from renewable sources by 2050.
- Source: World Nuclear News
- Date: Friday, 28 May 2021
- Original article: world-nuclear-news.org/Articles/Nuclear-could-help-Spain-reach-net-zero-goal-says