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France’s EDF takes stake in new UK nuclear reactor, laying the ground for final investment decision

Published 14:51 on July 8, 2025 / Last updated at 14:51 on July 8, 2025 / / EMEA (Europe), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification)

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French power utility EDF confirmed on Tuesday that it will take a stake in the UK's next planned nuclear reactor, Sizewell C, becoming the first confirmed shareholder after the UK government decided to back the project with £14.2 billion.
French power utility EDF confirmed on Tuesday that it will take a stake in the UK's next planned nuclear reactor, Sizewell C, becoming the first confirmed shareholder after the UK government decided to back the project with £14.2 billion.


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