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Apr 2, 2026 - Why did France put the atom at the heart of its energy strategy?



In this week`s show, we turn the spotlight on France`s appetite for nuclear energy. It is one of the most nuclear-dependent countries in the world, with atomic power at the heart of its national energy strategy. When – and why – did France decide to bet so heavily on the atom? For decades, nuclear energy has been seen not just as a source of power, but as a cornerstone of national sovereignty. But is it really a “cleaner” source of energy?