WSJ / S.CARNEY
While neighboring Germany dramatically backs away from nuclear power...the Czechs are planning to spend $25bn to build 5 new nuke plants.
The nation is seeking bids...as it hopes to move away from dependence on Russia for 75% of its oil and gas.
The Czechs currently get 30% of their energy from 6 nukes...and want to increase it to 50%.
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