Hinkley Point C Nuclear Plant Becomes Most Expensive in History with £49 Billion Cost
FUSION & ADVANCED NUCLEAR POWER
Hinkley Point C, the UK’s first new nuclear plant in 30 years, has a revised cost of £49 billion and a startup date pushed to 2030. EDF, the project’s developer, has faced significant cost overruns and delays, citing regulatory challenges and design changes. The UK government continues to support nuclear energy as a low-carbon power source and seeks to streamline regulations for future projects.

Feb 27, 2026, 3:12 PM