magazineIn the wake of the Chernobyl disaster, Italians voted on nuclear power, believing they had defeated the devil.Thirty-nine years ago, a series of traumatic events in everyday life filled the country with fear. But thanks to the referendum, we became a nation of exorcists, with the consequences we are all too familiar with.byPierluigi Battista5 OCT 26
Gran MilanoLombardy pins its hopes on nuclear power (and fears a new referendum)New-generation power stations are essential for an energy-intensive region. Brescia is in the running to host them. Regulations are neededbyDaniele Bonecchi3 OCT 26
Energy wantedThe energy puzzle needs nuclear power. The book by Testa and ZollinoThe two authors, who voted against nuclear power in 1987 before later changing their minds, discuss the global energy landscape and the Italian situation in particular. An unbiased analysisbyCarlo Stagnaro1 OCT 26
editorialsItaly needs an ‘energy disarmament’The government is lagging behind, whilst the opposition is focusing on other issues. We need both renewables – which can be installed quickly – and nuclear power to ensure a continuous supply of decarbonised electricity.byRedazione25 SEP 26
editorialsGas and nuclear power: four years wastedIf only the government had followed through on its 2022 election promises15 SEP 26
