Italy revives nuclear power debate four decades after Chernobyl
Italy's government is laying groundwork to bring nuclear power back as the country seeks to improve energy security.
Four decades after the Chernobyl disaster deterred Italy from nuclear energy, the country's government is now considering a return to nuclear power. The push comes as Italy seeks to strengthen its energy security. The shift marks a significant generational divide in how the country views nuclear power.
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Four decades after Chernobyl, a generational divide reshapes Italy's nuclear debate
ROME (AP) — Four decades after the Chernobyl disaster spewed radiation across Europe and turned Italy off nuclear power, Premier Giorgia Meloni ’s government is laying the groundwork to bring it back as the country seeks to improve its energy…