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Washington va investir 80 milliards dans de nouveaux réacteurs nucléaires Westinghouse

Agence France-Presse October 28, 2025 3 min read
Le Devoir - Actualités
Washington va investir 80 milliards dans de nouveaux réacteurs nucléaires Westinghouse
AI Article Summary

The U.S. government will invest $80 billion in building new nuclear reactors in collaboration with Westinghouse Electric Company. This initiative is part of a nuclear industry revival driven by the increasing energy demands of data centers. The announcement is part of a broader strategy for energy diversification, following recent market tensions. This project highlights a shift in attitude towards nuclear energy in the U.S., despite previous challenges faced by the sector.

What This Means for Canadian Contractors

This project demonstrates how U.S. investment can influence global trends in nuclear energy, potentially increasing the demand for advanced technologies and specialized materials. For Quebec builders, this means a possible rise in the costs of imported materials and an opportunity to export specialized engineering and construction skills.