Page contentsPage contents About the programme The Ignalina Nuclear Decommissioning (Lithuania) programme will ensure the safe removal of two older soviet-design nuclear reactors, thereby protecting the environment and human health. The programme provides EU funds for decommissioning and waste management, to support knowledge sharing and to deliver a safer Union. It will assist Lithuania in implementing the decommissioning of the Ignalina nuclear power plant (two Chernobyl type reactors), with specific emphasis on managing the radiological safety challenges. Programme website Budget and performance Includes performance highlights, key performance indicators, and the performance framework and assessment. Programme performance webpage Programme features Programme duration2021-2027Lead Directorate-GeneralEnergyPredecessor programmeNuclear Decommissioning LithuaniaManagement modeDirect and indirect managementMFF headingSecurity and DefenceClusterSecurityClimate contributionNo target set in the legal basis (ℹ)Total budget 2021-2027€ 552 million (ℹ) (current prices) Relevant regulationCouncil Regulation (EU) 2021/101. Documents Decommissioning of nuclear facilities