Nuclear Power - Phasing Out a Phase-Out | People & Politics

The future of nuclear power in Germany is more uncertain than ever. The country's various reactors were scheduled to be closed down by 2021,but the new government now wants to reverse that policy and keep some plants running longer.Those in charge of the reactors are obviously happy to hear the news and have been lobbying hard to keep their money-making assets running. The government itself,however,also stands to profit.