Slovakia’s proposed €15 billion nuclear project at Jaslovské Bohunice has divided its political scene. The government argues the new 1,200 MW block is essential to meet rising electricity needs and maintain economic competitiveness. In contrast, opposition politician Igor Matovič and his Slovensko party claim Slovakia already produces surplus nuclear power and doesn’t need to build more—especially as Mochovce power plant’s fourth reactor will position the country at the top of per-capita nuclear generation globally.
Critics warn of massive costs, potential overruns, and production prices far above current market rates, projecting possible annual losses near €500 million. Analysts caution that energy prices remain uncertain and call for rigorous feasibility studies. Meanwhile, the final decision on which global supplier—Westinghouse, EDF, or Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power—will build the plant has not yet been made.
Source: TASR
