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The Government opens the door to extending the life of nuclear power plants if electricity prices do not rise
The Government opens the door to extending the life of nuclear power plants if electricity prices do not rise
El País
Fecha: 31 Julio 2025
Authors: Juan Cruz Peña
The Ministry for the Ecological Transition is studying the proposal by Iberdrola and Endesa to delay the shutdown of nuclear power plants planned between 2027 and 2035. Minister Sara Aagesen sets three conditions: avoid extra costs for consumers, comply with CSN safety requirements, and guarantee power supply. The electric utilities claim that extending operational life would lower bills and request tax cuts such as the removal of eco-taxes. The debate focuses on Almaraz, which could extend its operation until 2030. A final decision is not expected before 2026.
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Sara Aagesen, Minister for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, conditions the extension on there being no extra cost for consumers, compliance with safety, and guaranteed power supply
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