Poland delays start of first nuclear plant to 2036
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- On 3 Oct 2026 the government publishes the first update of its nuclear programme in six years
Unit 1 at Choczewo (Westinghouse AP1000, 3.75 GW for three units) goes online only in 2036, three years later than planned; first concrete in 2028
The second plant (Bełchatów or Konin) is to start in 2032 and operate around 2040. Nuclear is to supply 15 to 16% of electricity by 2040; the EU-approved state aid is PLN 60.2bn (€13.8bn). The construction licence application has been with the regulator since April 2026 (Notes from Poland, 3 Oct 2026; ANS, 2 Apr 2026).
Source: notesfrompoland.com ↗ · Archived copy ↗
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