Sizewell C: Adapting RAB to new nuclear
New nuclear’s construction risk and development timelines have made it difficult to bank – until now. The RAB revenue model means that Sizewell C’s funding package...
New nuclear’s construction risk and development timelines have made it difficult to bank – until now. The RAB revenue model means that Sizewell C’s funding package...
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New nuclear’s construction risk and development timelines have made it difficult to bank – until now. The RAB revenue model means that Sizewell C’s funding package includes an ECA-covered bank piece, but RAB may not provide value for money.