The European Pressurised Reactor (EPR) is a new reactor design developed by the French company AREVA in co-operation with the German firm Siemens. Serious doubts have been raised about the safety and cost of the EPR. Study of the
EPR’s blueprints and experience at the two sites where EPRs are under construction, in Finland
(Olkiluto 3) and France (Flamanville 3) has revealed weaknesses in design, problems during construction phases and soaring costs.
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| Authors: |
Jan Beranek |
| Date published: |
20 July 2008 |
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