21 January 2021
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The UK government must continue to support nuclear power generation if the country is to meet an expected doubling of electricity demand by 2050 while meeting its Net Zero ambitions, according to a new report from the Centre for Policy Studies (CPS). The think tank recommends the government explore innovative financing methods for the construction of new nuclear power plants.
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In its report -
Bridging the gap: The case for new nuclear investment - CPS says the construction of at least one additional nuclear power plant would provide a significant boost to the UK s energy security while its older plants are decommissioned over the coming years. The new plant would complement Britain s booming renewables portfolio and help to manage periods of variability, it suggests.
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