Former Slovenian State Secretary and climate negotiator Zoran Kus has filed a petition with the Constitutional Court challenging the legality of the national spatial plan procedure for the proposed second unit at the Krsko nuclear power plant. Representing public interest, Kus argues that the process was initiated without constitutional, legal, or strategic justification and violates principles of the rule of law, environmental protection, sustainable development, and EU obligations.
Kus has submitted a file of 14 documents to state institutions, including proposals, comments, and appeals urging an immediate suspension of the procedure. He contends that the Government is advancing the siting of Slovenia’s largest energy project without first determining national interest, selecting the most appropriate energy scenario, conducting a thorough environmental impact assessment, or ensuring meaningful public participation.
Data from Gen Energija show that between 2006 and the end of 2024, approximately 48 million euros were spent on studies and analyses for the project without a solid legal basis. Projections indicate an additional 75 to 125 million euros could be spent by 2028. Kus asserts that this reflects a misuse of resources and a pattern of bypassing legal frameworks. He urges the Government and relevant Ministries to withdraw the national spatial plan initiative, halt all siting procedures, and develop an optimal energy strategy for Slovenia based on comprehensive analysis of all options with active involvement of experts and the public. He emphasizes that the issue affects the constitutional rights of current and future generations and Slovenia’s international commitments, calling for urgent attention from the Constitutional Court.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Spatial Planning launched the initiative for the national spatial plan for the second Krsko unit in early July, describing it as the first concrete step in the siting process. The initiative will remain open for public consultation until the end of September, allowing citizens to submit proposals and comments.
