Nuclear Power Makes Comeback in Swiss Energy Policy

• The Federal Council has officially adopted a message supporting an indirect counter-proposal to the 'Stop the blackout' initiative.
• The proposed amendment to the Nuclear Energy Act would allow the authorization of new nuclear power plants in Switzerland.
• The Green Party has threatened to launch a referendum against the counter-proposal.
• A majority of Swiss cantons opposed the Federal Council's plan during the consultation process.
• There are currently no concrete projects or financing plans for new nuclear plants.

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