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Swiss nuclear plant fully back online after heatwaves

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28 August 2026

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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The Beznau nuclear power plant in Switzerland, Europe's oldest operational nuclear reactor, has fully resumed operation after temporary shutdowns caused by summer heatwaves and elevated river temperatures affecting its cooling system.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech, and 3 sources have reported it between 28 Aug 2026 and 29 Aug 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your energy or climate tech venture should factor in rising heat risks disrupting cooling-dependent power generation like nuclear. This event signals demand for solutions that help plants cope with climate extremes or diversify grid resiliency.

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3 sources · first reported 28 Aug 2026 · latest 29 Aug 2026

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