“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.” The scientific advisory board of VGB PowerTech, the technical association of heat and power producers in Europe, in a report entitled, Power Plants 2020+.
“Nuclear energy accounts for around one third of electricity generation in Europe and represents a secure and competitive low-carbon energy source.” José Manuel Barroso, President of the European Commission