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Ireland reopens debate on nuclear power ban

Filed: Aug 23, 2026 at 2:13 AM ET
Summary: Ireland is reconsidering whether to lift a nuclear power ban that has been in place since 1999. The article links the renewed debate to data-centre demand and the need for additional electricity supply in Dublin.
WHO: Dublin
WHAT: Dublin reconsiders reopening the nuclear power debate after a ban on atomic energy in place since 1999.
WHEN: Jan 01, 1999
WHERE: Ireland
WHY: Data-centre demand is driving renewed consideration of nuclear power to meet electricity needs.
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