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
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 1,576,709 | 49.5 |
Against | 1,606,777 | 50.5 |
Invalid/blank votes | 75,996 | – |
Total | 3,259,482 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | 5,083,673 | 64.1 |
Source: Nohlen & Stöver |
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