Nuclear power reemerges in Québec's energy debate amid electrification push
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Juliane C. Lelarge
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Summary
Nuclear power is resurging in Québec's energy debate as Ottawa accelerates nuclear development and new Liberal Leader Charles Milliard expresses openness to the sector. Presented as a decarbonized solution to meet growing electricity demand, nuclear energy continues to polarize debate in the province. The article serves as an explainer on why interest in nuclear power is returning to Québec's energy discussions.
Key quotes
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Presented by its supporters as a decarbonized solution to meet growing demand for electricity, nuclear power continues to polarize the debate.
The atom is back in Québec's energy debate
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