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France asks Brussels for state-aid approval for nuclear projects

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Posted on December 8, 2025

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PARIS, Dec 5 (Reuters) - A request for approval has been sent to the European Commission for a state aid package to cover costs of six nuclear reactors planned by French utility EDF, a spokesperson

France Requests EU Approval for Nuclear Project Aid

PARIS, Dec 5 (Reuters) - A request for approval has been sent to the European Commission for a state aid package to cover costs of six nuclear reactors planned by French utility EDF, a spokesperson for the French energy ministry said on Friday.

France is planning to build six nuclear reactors under a new design with the first expected to come online in 2038. The French state agreed to issue a subsidised loan covering at least half the construction costs of six nuclear reactors earlier this year.

(Reporting by Forrest Crellin, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • France seeks EU approval for state aid for nuclear reactors.
  • Six reactors planned by EDF with new design.
  • First reactor expected online by 2038.
  • Subsidised loan to cover half of construction costs.
  • Approval request sent to European Commission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are nuclear reactors?
Nuclear reactors are facilities that use nuclear fission to generate heat, which is then used to produce electricity.
What is the European Commission?
The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing the EU's day-to-day operations.

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