Warsaw – The Slovak Republic views emission-free energy as a crucial component of the European Union’s (EU) security, with nuclear energy serving as a fundamental aspect of its strategy. This message was conveyed by MP Branislav Škripek (KDH) during his address on behalf of the Slovak National Council at a meeting of EU member states’ environmental committee representatives on Monday, as reported by the Warsaw correspondent for TASR.
Škripek noted that Slovakia’s stance diverges from that of several other EU nations, particularly concerning nuclear energy’s role. With 60 percent of its electricity produced by nuclear plants, Slovakia is among the leading EU countries in this category, a figure that is expected to rise following the activation of the fourth block at the Mochovce power plant.
The MP emphasized Slovakia’s commitment to advocating for the recognition of nuclear energy as a strategic resource within the EU’s energy policy framework.
Simultaneously, Slovakia is advancing its renewable energy initiatives, aiming for these sources to constitute a quarter of its energy mix by 2030. The country is particularly focusing on geothermal, wind, solar energy, and biomass.
Moreover, Škripek underscored the importance of modernizing energy infrastructure, investing in research and development, and establishing hydrogen and battery storage solutions. He characterized the shift towards emission-free energy as essential not only for climate protection but also for geopolitical stability and self-sufficiency. Slovakia is prepared to engage actively in collaborative efforts to promote sustainable energy solutions.
This meeting, coinciding with Poland’s rotating presidency in the EU Council, was inaugurated by Malgorzata Kidawa-Blońska, the Chairwoman of the Polish Senate. The Slovak delegation included Škripek and Kristína Bobáková from the National Council of the Slovak Republic. (April 14)
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