Swedish Municipalities & New Nuclear Power: Perceptions, Planning & Decision-Making Processes
Heading: Swedish municipalities embrace the challenge of determining whether new nuclear power is the carbon-free energy solution they need and want Introduction: New nuclear power has become a hopeful energy frontrunner for numerous Swedish municipalities due to increased need for energy access in Sweden and the ever prevalent need for fossil-free energy. This study explores municipal percepSwedish municipalities are placed in a decision-making position as the nation looks to bolster the nation's energy strategy with increased nuclear power. New nuclear power is posed as an exciting potential solution to the energy crisis and the need for more decarbonized energy sources. New nuclear power also consists of uncertainty, emerging technologies, and planning difficulties. This thesis