14 Amendments of Pernille WEISS related to 2023/2109(INI)
Amendment 9 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 30 a (new)
Citation 30 a (new)
– having regard to the conclusions of the European Nuclear Energy Forum in 2022 which highlights the contribution of nuclear energy for the security of supply of the EU and the fight against climate change
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas the innovative developments in nuclear power technology, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), represent a promising pathway towards achieving the Union’s energy and climate objectives and offer considerable opportunities in terms of electricity production, heat for industrial heatprocesses, hydrogen generation and district heating;
Amendment 43 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas SMRs offer a lower initial capital investment, greater scalability and siting flexibility for locations unable to accommodate more traditional larger reactors, and now have the potential for enhanced safety and security compared to earlier designs benefits due to the use of novel cooling systems and fuels which offer new functionality, including inherent safety, simpler build, more efficient operation, higher outlet temperatures, reduced waste volumes and improved operational economics;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F a (new)
Recital F a (new)
Fa. Whereas nuclear power could provide up to 150 GW of installed capacity by 2050 to the European Union and, taking into account retirements, the nuclear energy sector would contribute directly and indirectly to 450,000 employees in the EU over the next 30 years, including 200,000 highly skilled people, according to the Nuclear Alliance;
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Acknowledges the benefits of a hybrid energy system combining both nuclear power, including SMRs, and renewables to help significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. SMRs are well-suited for completing an energy system, since they add flexibility and can be easily integrated alongside renewables.
Amendment 114 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Acknowledges the European nuclear fuel supply chain as a strategic asset and the important role it will play in supporting the evolution of the next generation of reactor technology.
Amendment 132 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Emphasises that continued investment in SMRs and new nuclear capabilities to accelerate the transition from fossil fuels will require tangible and meaningful policy support for the wider nuclear fuel supply chain to preserve Europe’s domestic capabilities, improve its strategic autonomy, and meet increased fuel demand for advanced nuclear fuels.
Amendment 155 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Recognises that a basic condition for SMRs to develop in the EU is to ensure that a technology-neutral conducive policy and regulatory framework is in place, particularly in the field of competition, energy market and safety;
Amendment 163 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Recognises that the implementation of appropriate contractual and financial mechanisms is needed to provide long-term predictability, such as bilateral long-term contracts, CFD, RAB and PPA, is needed to provide long-term predictability of revenues on energy markets and to foster investments;
Amendment 169 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Calls on the Commission to launch a specific industrial strategy for SMRs and the nuclear fuel supply chain to support the roll-out of the next generation of nuclear reactors;
Amendment 243 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 8
Subheading 8
Supply chain and fuel cycle adaptation
Amendment 254 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new)
Paragraph 27 a (new)
27a. Recognises the importance of the nuclear fuel supply chain to the roll-out of SMRs and that many SMRs will require new fuel types with varying levels of technological readiness;
Amendment 257 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 b (new)
Paragraph 27 b (new)
27b. Encourages the efforts of the European nuclear industry to secure the supply of the new types of fuels, or Advanced Fuels, needed for the new generation of reactor technology. European Advanced Fuels will feed SMR’s globally;
Amendment 260 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 c (new)
Paragraph 27 c (new)
27c. Recognises the need to support the development of a domestic nuclear fuel supply chain to produce advanced fuels on a commercial scale, which has the potential to create additional jobs, reduce dependencies on Russian imports, and make the EU more competitive;