Ad
The EU says it wants to learn from Fukushima (Photo: DigitalGlobe)

Critics cry foul after EU 'stress tests' give all clear to nuclear plants

Nuclear power plants in Europe are in good enough shape to withstand a Fukushima-type scenario, the European Commission has indicated amid scathing criticism from environmental groups.

Presenting preliminary findings on Thursday (24 November) of a series of so-called "stress tests" requested by national governments after an earthquake and tsunami in March triggered nuclear meltdown in Japan, commission officials said safety margins could be improved but the bloc's 143 plants are safe to...

Get EU news that matters

Back our independent journalism by becoming a supporting member

Already a member? Login here
The EU says it wants to learn from Fukushima (Photo: DigitalGlobe)

Tags

Ad

Related articles

Ad
Ad