"I will work to ensure the operation of our safe nuclear power plants in Germany is extended," "I do not believe that we can solve the problem of climate change with atomic energy alone... But we will not be able to ensure our supply for the foreseeable future in a way that protects the climate without atomic energy." German Chancellor Angela Merkel, on 14 July
“The European power supply must incorporate all energy sources including coal and gas, renewables, and nuclear energy to meet goals of environment protection and security of supply.”


