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Hungary shuts down Paks nuclear reactor due to drought

The Paks nuclear reactor was shut down due to the historically low level of the Danube.

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The lack of cooling water forced the government to make this decision.

This measure could affect energy supply in Central Europe.

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Why it matters

Cette décision illustre les vulnérabilités des infrastructures énergétiques face aux aléas climatiques. Elle pourrait avoir des conséquences sur les marchés européens de l'électricité, déjà sous tension.

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