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Nuclear Power
Axpo maintains nearly 60 percent of installed production capacities in Swiss nuclear power plants.
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10 facts about nuclear power
What’s true and what’s false with regard to nuclear power?
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The unaffordability of autarky
Scenarios for climate neutrality and security of supply for Switzerland
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50 years Beznau nuclear power plant
The benefits of a secure domestic power supply
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Management change at Beznau Nuclear Power Plant
On 1st September 2020, the Beznau Nuclear Power Plant (KKB) will undergo a management change. After ten years, Power Plant Manager Michael "Mike" Dost (59) will stand down. The decision comes following divergent views regarding the future management of the plant and cooperation with other Group companies. These divergent views are expressly not related to safety issues. Under the leadership of Michael Dost, the KKB has fulfilled all safety requirements at all times.
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Axpo will operate the Beznau nuclear power plant until 2033, investing a further CHF 350 million while doing so
After a comprehensive review, Axpo decided on 4 December 2024 to secure the operation of the Beznau nuclear power plant until 2033 by investing CHF 350 million. This means that in 2033, Beznau will be able to look back on 64 years of reliable and low-carbon electricity production.
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"The most independent, reliable energy supplier"
The beginnings of nuclear energy in Switzerland
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Christoph Brand on the response to the new Power Switcher
“The solution is a good mix of different technologies”
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Earthquake hazard "exaggerated"
The supervisory authority ENSI’s statement on a hazardous nuclear power plant incident occurring only every 10,000 years
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Nuclear energy as a key bridging technology
Where do things stand with the Energy Strategy 2050 goals?
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“Then as now: I have great confidence in the plant”
40 years of Leibstadt nuclear power plant
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Roland Schmidiger definitely takes over the management of the Beznau nuclear power plant
At the beginning of October 2020, Roland Schmidiger, the long-time deputy and current interim manager, will definitely take over the management of the Beznau nuclear power plant (KKB). With his management team, Roland Schmidiger has the task to ensure the reliable and safe operation of the power plant also in future and to further strengthen the acknowledged high safety culture in the team.
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How is electricity generated?
Electricity is generated in a variety of ways. Whether hydropower or nuclear energy, wind or solar energy, each form of production has its strengths and weaknesses. Do you know them?
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"Beznau – an engineering masterpiece"
The importance of the Beznau nuclear power plant in the Canton of Aargau
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"Wir von der Insel" – the book on the occasion of the Beznau 50-year anniversary
The Beznau nuclear power plant (KKB) took up operation five decades ago. This marked the beginning of half a century of climate-friendly power production and an important part of Swiss industrial and technological history. The initial euphoria about using the new technology was huge, but soon a wave of criticism washed over the nuclear power plant. Axpo has published a book on the occasion of the Beznau 50-year anniversary. "Wir von der Insel" tells the story of the three generations that worked and still work at Beznau with a strong commitment.
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Strengthening security of supply: Axpo is giving a clear Yes to the new electricity law, assessing the potential of operating Beznau for longer, and is prepared to construct a reserve power plant
Switzerland needs more electricity to achieve its climate goals. In order for the expansion of renewable energies to become a reality, we need a clear Yes to the draft of the new electricity law on 9 June. To further strengthen security of supply, Axpo has decided to clarify the technical feasibility of operating the Beznau nuclear power plant beyond 60 years. Axpo has also responded to the federal government’s tender (which ends today) and submitted a project for a reserve power plant for emergencies.
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Overview of all media releases
Find all media releases about our various business areas.
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Bearish momentum persists despite cold spell
European Energy Markets Monthly, February 2024
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No radiation risk
Beznau safe in the case of earthquakes
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"At Axpo, I face new challenges and can make an impact - learning never ceases here"
Trainee at Axpo: Felipe Vielba Gómez
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