Finland’s Electricity Prices Fall Below Zero
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Electricity bills have spiked across Europe. But, in Finland it’s going in the other direction. In recent weeks prices have effectively dropped below zero. Some suggest the opening of Europe’s first new nuclear reactor in 15 years is the reason. Others suggest it’s hydropower. What exactly is Finland doing differently? Guests: Rauli Partanen Science writer and analyst on energy and climate. Paul Dorfman Chair of the Nuclear Consulting Group Thomas O'Donnell Global Fellow at the Wilson Center in Washington
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