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The report from AIEE and Federmanager asserts that Italy's heavy energy import reliance necessitates a long-term strategic approach to nuclear energy. The document recognizes the role of renewables but points out their structural limitations and the need for a balanced technological mix to ensure electrical system security.

It promotes Small Modular Reactors (SMR) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMR) for their ability to provide continuous energy production and predictability in costs. Hydrogen is considered a targeted energy vector for hard-to-electrify sectors. Government and industry leaders emphasize the need for a cohesive national energy strategy to ensure supply security, price stability, and industrial competitiveness.