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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Euan O'Byrne Mulligan and agencies

Finland opens nuclear power plant amid concerns of European energy war

Olkiluoto 3 nuclear power plant.
Olkiluoto 3 had been due to open in 2009 but was plagued by technological problems. Photograph: Reuters

Europe’s first nuclear power plant to open in 15 years began production in Finland on Saturday, at a crucial moment for energy supply following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The much-delayed Olkiluoto 3 nuclear reactor started test production, delivering power to the national grid, which over time is expected to reduce the need for electricity imports and lead to lower prices.

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