This report examines the social dimensions of the Coal-to-Nuclear (CtN) transition in Poland, focusing on public attitudes towards the deployment of Generation III/III+ and Generation IV nuclear reactors as part of the decarbonisation and modernisation of the national power sector. Developed within the DEsire project, the study explores both the global and Polish context surrounding perceptions of nuclear energy and presents the findings of a qualitative social diagnosis conducted in Opole during the second half of 2024.
The report also includes insights from a workshop involving representatives of the Polish energy sector, aimed at identifying key stakeholders and their perspectives on CtN projects. Particular attention is given to the role of local communities, social acceptance, and communication strategies in supporting future nuclear deployment and coal plant transformation initiatives.
The report is relevant to coal plant repowering and transition planning because it focuses on the social acceptance of converting coal-based infrastructure into nuclear energy facilities. It highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement, community perspectives, and public communication in the implementation of Coal-to-Nuclear pathways. The study also contributes to discussions around the social challenges associated with long-term energy transition strategies.
