Hey energy enthusiasts! Big news from the Chinese mainland's northeast region! 📰 On Wednesday, the construction of the No. 2 power unit at the Xudapu Nuclear Power Plant in Liaoning Province officially kicked off, signaling a major step forward in clean energy development. 🌱
Located in the bustling city of Huludao, the No. 2 power unit isn't just any reactor—it’s the fourth unit to start construction at Xudapu and boasts an impressive installed capacity of 1.29 gigawatts! ⚡️ Set to power up in 2029, this unit uses a cutting-edge, third-generation domestically developed pressurized water reactor. Translation? Improved safety and top-notch performance! 🔒🔥
Xudapu is carving its name as the second nuclear power station in northeastern China, a region known for heavy industry that's shifting gears towards cleaner, greener energy. 🌐 With a hefty investment of 140 billion yuan (about $19.6 billion 💰), the plant is designed to house six of these powerful reactors, combining to a whopping 7.6 GW capacity. Once fully operational, it'll churn out 54 billion kWh of electricity every year! That's a whole lot of sustainable energy keeping the lights on. 💡🌃
The brains and brawn behind this mega-project? China National Nuclear Power Co., Ltd., a key subsidiary of the China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC). 🎯 Units No. 3 and No. 4 are already ahead in the game, moving into the device installation phase after their domes were put in place. And guess what? Construction of the No. 1 power unit kicked off in November 2023, marking a rapid progression in the plant's development. 🏗️
As the world pivots towards renewable energy, projects like Xudapu's nuclear power plant are lighting the way. 🔦 Not only does it signify technological advancement, but it also echoes a commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future. 🌏✨
Stay tuned, energy trailblazers! The future is bright, and it's powered by innovation. 🚀⚡️
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China's Xudapu nuclear power plant starts new power unit construction
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