Nuclear Means Stable
The year 2022 has once again demonstrated the significance of nuclear for the global energy mix. And while the focus was initially on the non-carbon nature of nuclear energy, over…
Its functional performance was verified, and the reactor was proved to be capable of operating as designed. This signaled the completion of reactor tests, with commercial operation being only a few steps away. Representatives of Russian regulator Rostechnadzor will inspect the reactor and give a final opinion on the unit’s compliance with the design. If the opinion is positive, Rosatom will obtain a permit to put the reactor in commercial operation. All the activities are scheduled to be completed by the end of September.