This will play a vital role in supporting China’s efforts to transition to low-carbon energy, helping reduce emissions while meeting the country’s growing power demands with reliable, sustainable sources.
“Hualong-1 has become the world’s most widely deployed third-generation nuclear technology, both in operation and under construction,” Mei concludes. “This marks that China’s nuclear technology and overall competitiveness have reached the front ranks globally.”
Nuclear power currently accounts for only 5 percent of China’s electricity generation, with Beijing aiming to double that share to 10 percent by 2035, and 18 percent by 2060.