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Spain's Nuclear Phase-Out Sparks Concerns Over Energy Stability

5/23/2025

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Spain is set to close all nuclear reactors by 2035, targeting 81% of its electricity from renewable sources. Yet, a recent blackout impacting 60 million people underscores the dangers of this shift. Critics warn that abandoning nuclear energy could jeopardize the stability of Spain's energy grid, serving as a stark warning for other countries considering similar paths.

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Spain is set to close all nuclear reactors by 2035, targeting 81% of its electricity from renewable sources. Yet, a recent blackout impacting 60 million people underscores the dangers of this shift. Critics warn that abandoning nuclear energy could jeopardize the stability of Spain's energy grid, serving as a stark warning for other countries considering similar paths.