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Taiwan Shuts Final Nuclear Reactor Amid Energy Concerns

5/15/2025

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Taiwan is set to close its final nuclear reactor on May 17, sparking worries over energy security as demand surges from its booming semiconductor sector. While the government targets net-zero emissions by 2050, it remains dependent on imported fossil fuels. New legislation permitting nuclear plant extensions signals a significant shift in energy strategy amid escalating tensions with China.

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Taiwan is set to close its final nuclear reactor on May 17, sparking worries over energy security as demand surges from its booming semiconductor sector. While the government targets net-zero emissions by 2050, it remains dependent on imported fossil fuels. New legislation permitting nuclear plant extensions signals a significant shift in energy strategy amid escalating tensions with China.