New era for nuclear energy is emerging

NUCLEAR power, a crucial part of the global energy mix, is set to reach a record high in power generation from nearly 420 active reactors in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

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This is due to Japan restarting production, France completing maintenance works, and new reactors starting commercial operations in China, Europe, India, and Korea.

Meanwhile, more than 60 nuclear reactors are currently under construction representing over 70 gigawatts (GW) of capacity - and governments' interest in nuclear power is at its highest level since the oil crisis in the 1970s, reflecting efforts to bolster energy security, accelerate clean energy transitions and meet rising demand for electricity.

Over 40 countries now have plans to expand its use.