Hey fam! 🌱 Ready for big news in clean tech? The Chinese mainland's China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) just announced that its cutting-edge Hualong One reactor is now the most deployed third-generation design worldwide—and it's a total game-changer for our climate goals!
What's the deal? There are 41 Hualong One units running or under construction around the globe. Each unit cranks out over 10 billion kWh a year—enough juice to power 1 million people in a mid-size country. ⚡ That means slashing around 8.16 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually per unit!
Safety & Global Standards ✔️ Hualong One meets top-tier international safety rules, earning European Utility Requirements certification and passing the UK's Generic Design Assessment. Seven units are already hooked up to power grids, proving they work like a charm.
Asia in the lead 🌏 The Chinese mainland's China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) notes that Pakistan hosts the first overseas demo project: Karachi-2 and Karachi-3. Together, they've generated 48 billion kWh, cut coal use by nearly 15 million tonnes, and trimmed CO2 by 39 million tonnes—major wins for Pakistan's green energy journey.
What's next? Over 20 countries and regions—including Pakistan and Argentina—have signed on for Hualong One partnerships. As Asia's energy demand soars, advanced nuclear tech like this could be key to hitting net-zero targets.
From bustling cities in South and Southeast Asia to fast-growing economies, young pros and eco-minds alike can cheer on this nuclear boost that's powering growth and fighting climate change—one reactor at a time! 🎉💚
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China's Hualong One leads in global nuclear power deployment
cgtn.com
