Safety concerns, rising costs, inadequate socioeconomic studies mar Koeberg life extension plans

Koeberg Nuclear Power Station. (Photo: Brenton Geach)

Kristin Engel – 10 September 2024

Eskom is pushing ahead with its plan to extend the life of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station despite concerns about costs and a lack of data on the potential release of radioactive materials.

Eskom’s recent presentation to Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy revealed gaping holes in the plan to extend the life of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station by 20 years…

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