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EDF to outline plan for eight new reactors at end of 2026, says CEO

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Posted on July 24, 2025

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PARIS (Reuters) -France's EDF will outline details on a plan for eight new reactors at the end of 2026, after taking a final investment decision on six already in planning, CEO Bernard Fontana told

EDF to outline plan for eight new reactors at end of 2026, says CEO

EDF's Nuclear Expansion Strategy

PARIS (Reuters) -France's EDF will outline details on a plan for eight new reactors at the end of 2026, after taking a final investment decision on six already in planning, CEO Bernard Fontana told reporters on Thursday.

Current Nuclear Operations

The state-owned utility currently operates 57 nuclear reactors in France, but is planning a major new construction programme to revamp ageing plants and secure future energy needs.

Future Energy Needs

(Reporting by Forrest Crellin, Writing by Dominique Patton; Editing by Kevin Liffey)

Key Takeaways

  • EDF plans to outline a strategy for eight new reactors by 2026.
  • The decision follows investment in six reactors already in planning.
  • EDF operates 57 reactors but aims to revamp ageing plants.
  • The expansion is part of securing France's future energy needs.
  • CEO Bernard Fontana shared these plans with reporters.

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