EDF Diversifies Uranium Suppliers To Reduce Dependency
EDF is diversifying its uranium suppliers to avoid dependence on single nations following the crisis in Niger. The utility company currently purchases approximately 7,000 tonnes of uranium annually. Sourcing includes Canada, Kazakhstan, and upcoming supplies from Mongolia or Uzbekistan. France previously operated 256 mines that extracted 80,000 tonnes of uranium, but domestic exploitation has ceased. Future supply plans include sourcing from Mongolia and Uzbekistan. This strategy follows concerns regarding supply stability, such as the crisis in Niger.
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“EDF achète environ 7 000 tonnes d'uranium par an au Canada, au Kazakhstan, bientôt en Mongolie ou en Osbécistan. EDF diversifie ses fournisseurs pour ne pas dépendre d'un seul.”
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