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Heat affects nuclear power production in Europe
Warm rivers and low water levels lead to reduced output in nuclear power plants, impacting European networks and prices.
According to reports from Deutsche Welle, rising heat combined with low water levels is forcing nuclear power plants (NPPs) to reduce their output. Warm rivers can impair the cooling capacity of NPPs, resulting in a decrease in electricity production.
Although the overall losses throughout the year are minimal, several gigawatts can be missing on critical days. These shortages have potential implications for the stability of networks and price trends across Europe.