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Italy's Chamber Passes Nuclear Bill, Targets 2030 Power

6/5/2026

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The Italian Chamber of Deputies approved the nuclear energy bill with 155 votes for, 86 against and 8 abstentions, sending it to the Senate.
Officials say the bill will give Italy energy freedom, let municipalities host new nuclear sites and require dismantling existing plants.
Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said rules will be finalised by year-end, authorisations by decade’s end and production in the early 1930s, delivering stable, affordable power.

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The Italian Chamber of Deputies approved the nuclear energy bill with 155 votes for, 86 against and 8 abstentions, sending it to the Senate.
Officials say the bill will give Italy energy freedom, let municipalities host new nuclear sites and require dismantling existing plants.
Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said rules will be finalised by year-end, authorisations by decade’s end and production in the early 1930s, delivering stable, affordable power.