China continues to lead the world in the number of nuclear power units under construction, according to a blue book issued by the China Nuclear Energy Association (CNEA) on Wednesday.
The country has 24 nuclear power units under construction with a total installed capacity of 26.81 million kilowatts (kWs), said the blue book.
It demonstrates that China has operated its nuclear power units in a safe and stable manner over the long term, while making steady progress in their construction.
Since 2022, China has approved 10 new nuclear power units, putting three new units into commercial operation and starting the construction of six new ones.
Up till now, the country has 54 commercial nuclear power units with a total installed capacity of 56.82 million kWs, ranking third in the world.
At the same time, China has also operated its nuclear power with safety performance which has been maintained at international advanced level.
Source: CGTN
