Earlier this week on January 16, China kicked off construction of a cutting-edge nuclear power plant in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province 🔋.
This isn't your average reactor: the plant will pair two advanced pressurized water reactors (PWRs) – known for their reliability – with a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR), a fourth-gen design that delivers super-efficient process heat 🔥. Together, they create a 2-for-1 energy deal: electricity ⚡ for the grid and steam for local petrochemical industries.
Key highlights:
- Dual reactors: 2 third-gen PWRs + 1 fourth-gen HTGR
- Electricity & steam: balancing power output with industrial heat needs
- Sustainability boost: cleaner heat source for petrochemical hubs
Why it matters: pairing power and process steam cuts fossil fuel use and stabilizes energy supply for industries that drive daily life – from plastics to pharmaceuticals. It's a milestone in diversified nuclear energy, notes China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC).
For young innovators in South and Southeast Asia, this project offers a glimpse of how smart energy solutions can power growth and sustainability 🌍🚀. Stay tuned for more updates on this next-gen energy hub!
Reference(s):
China builds nuclear power plant with diversified utilization
cgtn.com
