Almaraz
- Aug 14
Spain extends Almaraz nuclear plant to 2030, citing Iran war fossil fuel risks and splitting governing coalition
Spain extended the Almaraz nuclear plant's two reactors to June 2030, overriding planned 2027-2028 shutdowns, citing the Iran war's impact on fossil fuel prices and splitting the governing coalition.
- Jul 16
Spain's nuclear regulator backs Almaraz plant extension to 2030, putting pressure on government to decide by September
Spain's Nuclear Safety Council issued a favourable technical report on Thursday, clearing the way for the Almaraz plant to operate until 2030. The government now has two months to make a final decision, with a deadline in mid-September.
