Event Brief
Swiss Federal Council backs nuclear reactor life extension
Filed: May 15, 2026 at 9:06 AM ET
Summary: Switzerland’s Federal Council supports extending the operation of Gösgen and Leibstadt reactors beyond 60 years.
WHO: Switzerland’s Federal Council (Bundesrat)
WHAT: Backed extending the operation of the Gösgen and Leibstadt nuclear power plants up to 80 years
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 8:52 AM ET
WHERE: Switzerland
WHY: A report found long-term operation up to 80 years for Gösgen and Leibstadt is technically feasible and likely profitable.
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