Erdogan to push controversial nuclear expansion

Officials have indicated that Turkey is to build at least five nuclear power plants

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  • Planned nuclear plants
  • Rationale for nuclear power
  • Nuclear strategy concerns
  • Import dependence
  • Crony capitalism
  • Crowding out renewables
  • Seismic activity
  • Optimistic demand forecasts
  • Lack of clarity

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