Javier Milei and Emmanuel Macron strengthened Argentina–France cooperation on lithium and copper extraction, nuclear energy, and the Mercosur–EU trade deal during a meeting at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, despite their opposing views on climate change.
Spain is open to extending the life of the Almaraz nuclear plant, with negotiations centered on a short-term timeline and fiscal relief for energy firms.
Two back-to-back power outages in southern France, including during the Cannes Film Festival, raise alarms over sabotage and weaknesses in the country’s critical energy infrastructure.
Spain holds major uranium reserves, yet mining is banned. As the EU pushes for resource sovereignty, the nuclear debate returns amid grid instability and rising global tensions.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez defends the lengthy data review after the April 28 energy disruption and challenges nuclear operators’ demands for tax cuts as they weigh extending Almaraz operations.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen signals Denmark may lift its nuclear energy ban as the country reevaluates its green strategy in light of global energy challenges.
Goldman Sachs warns that Spain must overhaul its energy strategy following the April 28 blackout, putting billions in green and tech investments at risk.
A new report warns that Spain’s plan to shut down all nuclear plants by 2032 could raise energy prices by 36%, cost 30,000 jobs, and compromise grid stability.
Beatriz Corredor, President of Redeia, dismisses claims that renewables triggered the Iberian blackout and defends Spain’s electric grid as “exemplary.” She urges policymakers not to politicize the energy mix or undermine renewables.
France says a blackout like Spain’s is less likely in its territory thanks to nuclear energy, reigniting the Iberian debate on energy strategy.