Article 3WBVB UK should support mini nuclear reactor projects, says official review

UK should support mini nuclear reactor projects, says official review

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Subsidies similar to those for offshore wind could help meet emissions targets and boost exports, experts say

Britain should offer developers of mini nuclear plants subsidies similar to those made available to the offshore wind industry, an independent review commissioned by the government has recommended.

Britain needs to invest in new power-generating capacity to replace ageing coal and nuclear plants that are due to close in the 2020s, and is seeking low-carbon options to help meet its emission reduction targets.

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