Austrian nuclear power referendum, 1978
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A referendum on the use of nuclear power was held in Austria on 5 November 1978.[1] Voters were asked whether they approved of a law allowing the peaceful use of nuclear power, particularly relating to the start-up of the Zwentendorf Nuclear Power Plant.[2] Voters narrowly rejected it, with 50.5% voting against. As a result, although the Power Plant was finished, it was never operated and has since been dismantled.
Voter turnout was 64.1%.[2]
Results [edit]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 1,576,709 | 49.5 |
| Against | 1,606,777 | 50.5 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 75,996 | – |
| Total | 3,259,482 | 100 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
References [edit]
- ^ Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p196 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
- ^ a b Nohlen & Stöver, p207
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