Sama Bilbao y León, director-general of the London-based World Nuclear Association (WNA) global industry group, raised concerns last week about Spain’s economic future if the country proceeds with plans to phase out nuclear energy, warning that industries and consumers stand to lose out on reliable, low-carbon power.
“I am concerned about Spain’s economic future without nuclear energy,” Bilbao y León said during a visit to Madrid, pointing to the country’s plan to begin shutting down its nuclear power plants in 2027.