Europe’s Nuclear Plants Can’t Beat the Heat

The extreme heat wave gripping Europe is causing significant disruptions to the continent's energy security, leading to plant shutdowns and a heightened risk of rolling blackouts. As temperatures soar, electric grids are overstressed, and rivers that supply cooling water to power plants are drying up, severely impacting operations. France has already taken steps by reducing output at several nuclear plants. This situation underscores the vulnerability of Europe's energy infrastructure to climate change and highlights the urgent need for more resilient energy systems.