Jessica Johnson, Communications & Advocacy Director at nucleareurope, outlines nuclear energy’s role in achieving Europe’s sustainability goals and urges policymakers to establish a balanced net zero energy system. Europe is at a decisive energy crossroads. To stay competitive, resilient, and on track for climate neutrality, we must make tough decisions fast. The challenge is clear: decarbonise, secure our energy supply, protect industrial competitiveness, and keep energy affordable. For more than 70 years, nuclear has delivered stable, clean power across Europe. Indeed, as highlighted in the Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC), nuclear energy brings significant benefits in terms of: Building a decarbonised EU energy system. Ensuring the stability of the electricity system, by contributing to flexibility, as well as inertia. Supporting the competitiveness of European industry. With this in mind, nucleareurope calls on policymakers to ensure technology neutrality and a level playing field between all net zero energy technologies, including nuclear and renewables. Bridging net zero technologies for a competitive Europe The challenge is massive: Europe needs 24/7 access to clean and affordable energy sources. Therefore, the …