Électricité de France sees EU probe into planned state aid for nuclear reactors
( March 31, 2026, 09:46 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into the French government's plan to support Électricité de France with the construction and operation of six nuclear reactors. The new units, whose total construction cost is estimated at €72.8 billion, are planned for commissioning between 2038 and 2044.Press release is attached. Case reference is SA.119469....
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