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In accordance with the Euratom Treaty, the European Commission shall publish periodically a Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). The PINC provides a comprehensive overview of investment needs in the EU’s nuclear ecosystem, encompassing all stages of the nuclear lifecycle.

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Eurelectric Urges EU To Include Nuclear In Green Funding

Eurelectric aisbl, 12 May 2025

Eurelectric requests that nuclear power be recognized as a neutral net-zero energy source. They advocate for removing the exclusion of nuclear projects from EU funds.
Shifting financial risks to the public sector would lower costs for private energy investors.

Enel urges EU to grant nuclear equal climate funding

ENEL SpA, 12 May 2025

Enel wants nuclear energy integrated into EU climate financing and policy frameworks. They advocate for equal access to investment instruments and funding for new technologies.
This would lower financial risks for Enel and help attract private capital.
Public services lose funding if non-energy levies are removed from electricity bills.

EDF Demands Nuclear Inclusion in All EU Energy Regulations

ELECTRICITE DE FRANCE, 9 May 2025

EDF advocates for a regulatory framework that integrates nuclear energy into all EU energy and funding policies. They seek streamlined state aid processes and increased budgets for Euratom and clean industry innovation. The group also requests a unified European framework for recognizing nuclear technical skills.
Opening EU financial tools to nuclear projects would significantly reduce capital costs and accelerate fleet deployment.
Non-European industrial actors would face tougher market entry due to stricter trade defense and subsidy rules.

Eni Urges EU to Adopt Dedicated Fusion Energy Strategy

Eni S.p.A., 12 May 2025

Eni requests a risk-based regulatory framework for fusion energy separate from fission. They also advocate including fusion in strategic industrial frameworks and the EU Taxonomy.
This benefits Eni by creating a stable environment to market and commercialize fusion projects.

Fortum calls for nuclear-friendly EU investment and funding rules

Fortum Oyj, 12 May 2025

Fortum demands technology neutrality and equal access to EU funding. They propose streamlining state aid approvals and harmonizing regulations to accelerate deployment.
Access to affordable public financing would significantly cut their nuclear production costs.
Renewable energy providers may face increased competition for previously exclusive EU funding pots.

Finnish Energy urges equal EU funding for nuclear power

Finnish Energy - Energiateollisuus ry, 12 May 2025

The association demands technology neutrality in EU financing and equal incentives for nuclear-produced hydrogen. They also propose harmonizing safety licensing to support a common market for nuclear reactors.
Inclusion in EU funds would reduce financing barriers for planned Finnish nuclear expansion.
Renewable energy industries would lose their exclusive access to certain green subsidies.

Italian lender CDP urges EU to de-risk nuclear investments

Cassa Depositi e Prestiti s.p.a., 9 May 2025

CDP proposes an EU-backed facility to combine public grants with long-term loans for nuclear projects. They also advocate for harmonised licensing frameworks to simplify international cooperation on next-generation reactors.
EU funding and guarantees would reduce the financial risks for CDP's nuclear subsidiaries.

Orano Urges EU Investment and Quotas on Russian Nuclear Imports

Orano, 12 May 2025

Orano calls for nuclear fuel cycle activities to be included in the EU taxonomy. They propose import quotas on non-OECD materials to ensure market predictability for European projects. Finally, they request full access to EU funding and streamlined regulatory procedures.
These policy changes would de-risk Orano’s multibillion-euro investments and provide long-term market predictability.
Russian and Chinese state companies would lose market access due to proposed import quotas.

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Clean Air Task Force, Inc., 12 May 2025

To strengthen Europes nuclear leadership and address challenges to energy security whilst working towards achieving industrial competitiveness goals and decarbonisation targets, CATF recommends that the 2025 update of the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC) incorporate the following key elements:…

Nucleareurope urges EU to prioritize nuclear expansion and funding

Forum Atomique Européen, 12 May 2025

The organization requests a stable policy framework and a level playing field for nuclear against other technologies. They advocate for streamlined State Aid processes and access to public and private financing. The group calls for an ambitious 2040 framework focused on clean electricity rather than specific technology targets.
This would reduce financial risks and provide the certainty required for long-term investments.
Renewable energy industries may lose dedicated funding and their privileged status in policy frameworks.

Fincantieri urges EU to prioritize nuclear maritime propulsion

FINCANTIERI SpA, 12 May 2025

Fincantieri calls for including civil nuclear maritime transport as a pillar of the EU's decarbonization strategy. They urge the Commission to recognize Small Modular Reactors as a strategic priority for shipping.
This would allow the company to regain international competitiveness against shipbuilders in the Far East.
Shipbuilders in the Far East would lose market dominance in specific high-tech vessel segments.

Urenco urges EU to strengthen nuclear fuel supply resilience

Urenco, 12 May 2025

Urenco urges the EU to strengthen the nuclear fuel chain and reduce dependence on Russia. They request that the fuel cycle be recognized as a sustainable activity under green finance rules. They also advocate for clear policy frameworks and financial incentives to attract investors.
Strengthening domestic supply chains would provide Urenco with long-term certainty and investment.
Russian nuclear suppliers would lose access to the European market due to restrictions.

COGEN Europe Urges Support for Nuclear Cogeneration Solutions

The European Association for the Promotion of Cogeneration, 12 May 2025

The group wants the EU to promote small reactors using combined heat and power. They request technology-neutral financing to support the market uptake of nuclear heat.
This would increase the commercial traction of specialized cogeneration technologies in Europe.
Traditional fossil fuel providers would lose market share to efficient nuclear heating systems.

French CEA urges EU funding for native nuclear technologies

Commissariat à l'Energie atomique et aux énergies alternatives, 12 May 2025

The organization requests that nuclear energy become eligible for all European transition funds. They also advocate for a European preference where subsidies only support native technologies.
These policies would guarantee funding for CEA research facilities and protect domestic market share.
Global competitors from outside Europe would be barred from receiving EU reactor subsidies.

Solvay urges EU investment framework for small modular reactors

Solvay SA, 12 May 2025

Solvay proposes a simplified licensing process and dedicated investment framework for modular reactors. They request that nuclear power receive the same financing and communication tools as renewable energy. Furthermore, they call for state aid and new funding instruments to support industrial decarbonization.
A supportive framework would lower decarbonization costs for energy-intensive industrial processes.
Renewable energy industries may lose exclusive access to climate-related funding and state subsidies.

WISE demands nuclear reality check in new EU energy programme

Wise Ltd, 8 May 2025

The organization calls for a reality check by including a zero-nuclear scenario in all assessments. They recommend prioritizing nuclear waste management and decommissioning over unrealistic plans for new reactor construction. They argue that current projections ignore the high costs and long timelines of nuclear energy.
Focusing on realistic data prevents political distraction from more effective and lower-cost climate actions.
Future generations suffer if the financial burden of waste management continues to be delayed.

EREF urges EU to prioritise renewables over nuclear investments

European Renewable Energies Federation asbl, 9 May 2025

EREF calls for the EU to prioritise renewable energy and stop equating nuclear power with sustainable solutions. They demand a revision of the EURATOM Treaty to end the privileged status for nuclear projects.
Renewable energy producers would secure more investment by removing competition from heavily subsidised nuclear projects.
The nuclear energy industry would lose the extensive government subsidies and legal privileges it currently enjoys.

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Bond Beter Leefmilieu Vlaanderen vzw, 24 Apr 2025

1) Nuclear Energy is Not Necessary to Meet Climate Targets: Several global climate scenarios demonstrate that climate targets according to the Paris Agreement can be achieved without a significant expansion of nuclear energy. Notably, even in scenarios with high nuclear energy production, achieving…

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MVM Energetika Ltd., 12 May 2025

MVM Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to this call for evidence regarding the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). We are honored to contribute to this important initiative. Please find our contribution attached.

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UAP Coalitie Nederland, 5 May 2025

On behalf of UAP Coalition Netherlands, please find attached our feedback submission in response to the European Commission's call for evidence regarding the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). Our submission highlights the importance of incorporating Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) into…

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Proxima Fusion, 7 May 2025

Please see our feedback in the attachment.

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Westinghouse Electric Company, 12 May 2025

We welcome the European Commissions call for evidence ahead of the of the new Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). This initiative is a timely and necessary step toward ensuring that nuclear energy can continue to play a vital role in delivering Europes climate, energy security, and industrial…

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Third Way, 11 May 2025

Carbon-Free Europe (CFE) welcomes the opportunity to provide evidence to the Commissions forthcoming Nuclear Illustrative Program (PINC). CFEs mission is to support the EUs 2050 net-zero target using a technology-inclusive approach that combines renewables, nuclear, hydrogen, and carbon management.…

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Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe sp. z o.o., 12 May 2025

Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe sp. z o.o is 100% State-owned company established to carry out the investment process for the construction of nuclear power plants in Poland under Polish Nuclear Power Programme. PEJ appreciates the opportunity to contribute to the call for evidence on nuclear investment…

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Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform, 12 May 2025

SNETP expresses its gratitude to the European Commission for the opportunity to respond to this call for evidence regarding the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). We are honored to contribute to this important initiative. Please find our contribution attached.

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Helen, 9 May 2025

Helen Ltd is Helsinki city owned utility company with approximately 600,000 customers in Finland. In addition to production of electricity, heating and cooling, we offer solutions for energy services and electric transport. We are developing a smarter, carbon-neutral energy system that enables our…

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Confédération Française de l'Encadrement- Confédération Générale des Cadres des Industries Electriques et Gazières, 9 May 2025

La CFE Énergies salue l'opportunité de remettre lénergie nucléaire au cœur des politiques européennes, conformément au Traité Euratom et au principe de subsidiarité. Un socle de souveraineté énergétique et de sécurité dapprovisionnement. Face aux tensions géopolitiques et au défi de…

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weCARE, 2 May 2025

It will be important that the PINC fully integrates all pillars of the energy policy (environment/decarbonisation, economics/affordability, security/reliability of supply), and considers the societal sustainability from the global energy mix perspective, and not solely the nuclear element. Indeed…

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International Network for Sustainable Energy - Europe, 12 May 2025

Comments and Proposals from International Network for Sustainable Energy Europe to EU nuclear illustrative program (PINC) 2025. International Network for Sustainable Energy Europe (INFORSE-Europe) is a network of 60 independent organisations working for the transitions to a world based on…

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Österreichisches Ökologie-Institut, 12 May 2025

We welcome the opportunity to submit a statement before the PINC will be finalized and hope that our comments will be properly taken into account. We call for a realistic assessment of the role of nuclear power in the EU The number of NPPs in the EU is constantly decreasing. 100 reactors are in…

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HEXANA, 12 May 2025

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European Nuclear Society, 12 May 2025

The European Nuclear Society (ENS), together with its Young Generation Network (ENS-YGN), welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the update of the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC). Representing over 12 000 nuclear professionals and young experts across Europe, we believe that the EUs…

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NUCLEARELECTRICA, 9 May 2025

Societatea Națională Nuclearelectrica (SNN) supports a strategic and action-driven revision of the EUs Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC), positioning nuclear energy as a key pillar of the Unions climate, energy security, and industrial goals. The paper urges the European Commission to go beyond…