Zurich: The majority of the Swiss population is in favor of nuclear energy, according to a new survey.

According to Anadolu Agency, the survey conducted by the Association for the Promotion of Applied Social Research (GFS.bern) institute showed that 79% of respondents want to continue operating nuclear power plants as long as they remain safe, as reported by Swiss Info news. Additionally, 59% of those surveyed support the construction of next-generation facilities.

The outlet highlighted that the popularity of nuclear power reflects a growing fear of electricity shortages. The research found that most people still prefer renewables to cope with the shortage. Urs Bieri, a political scientist at GFS.bern, told public broadcaster RTS, “Security of supply is a major issue in Switzerland in 2026. We are wondering whether renewable energies will be sufficient. We are therefore looking for alternatives, and nuclear power is one of them.”

Patrick Berstchy, the director of Networks at Romande Energie, also emphasized to RTS that energy issues are currently at the forefront of Swiss concerns. He stressed the importance of expanding renewable energy, improving energy storage capabilities, and accelerating the development of new power plants. “We mustn’t pit different forms of energy against each other. We’ll need them all,” he added.