Representative N-VA calls on the government to stop preparations for the dismantling of Doel 3 | interior

N-VA has always been in favor of keeping nuclear power plants open for a longer period. In accordance with the Nuclear Phase Out Act, Doel 3 will be closed on October 1. Wollants reported that operator Engie began preparations for irreparable damage to vital parts of the Doel 3 reactor in October. This will be followed by chemical decontamination, making it impossible to consider an extension at a later time. He fears that this is essentially a measure to avoid discussion of extending this reactor, that is, by making it non-extendable as quickly as possible.

In Engy, he mentioned that the Nuclear Phase Out Act already contains a mandatory shutdown on October 1 and that after that stop, the shutdown will be implemented as soon as possible, because you want to reduce nuclear risks as soon as possible. as possible. The regulations are intended for quick and safe disassembly, explains spokeswoman Nele Scheerlinck. The goal is to ensure that as little radioactivity as possible is left as quickly as possible. This immediate dismantling is also a principle that FANC, our country’s nuclear regulator, anticipates.

Demolition work will not begin immediately after Doel 3 is shut down. A few days after shutdown, the nuclear fuel is removed from the reactor and taken to separate docks to cool underwater for a few more years. After the reactor is discharged, chemical cleaning of the reactor circuit can begin.