Germany to Shutter All Nuclear Plants
The German government announced Monday plans to shut all of the nation’s nuclear power plants within the next 11 years, marking a sharp reversal for Chancellor Angela Merkel after the Japanese disaster at Fuku- shima. The plan calls for phas- ing out all of Germany’s 17 nuclear reactors and expanding the use of renewable resources. The decision was based on recommendations of an expert commission appointed after the Japanese disaster. The announcement, which still faces legislative approval, was applauded by environmentalists and expected to be popular among voters. (NYT)
