Swedish state to lend $30bn to build new reactors - Global Construction Review

Swedish state to lend $30bn to build new reactors - Global Construction Review

The government of Sweden is planning to issue state loans to fund its planned fleet of four nuclear reactors instead of seeking private finance. Energy minister Ebba Busch said the move was a “decisive step” to cement the country’s nuclear future, news site NyTeknik reports.  The government also established the legal framework for state support, and the power-purchase agreement that will eventually be signed. It paves the way for public money…