Fessenheim is a specially symbolic place for all those who demand the end of atomic power production. During October 2009, the production of this, the oldest French atomic power station, will be stopped for its third ten-year visit. The inspection is to decide whether to shut down the plant and its two reactors, or to continue production for 10 more years. EDF wants to continue to use Fessenheim despite the fact that it is dangerous and un-economic, and despite the risk it represents for the surrounding population.
