In Kazakhstan, the next meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission for the Development of the Nuclear Industry of the Republic was held, dedicated to the consideration of the proposals of potential suppliers of reactor technology for the first nuclear power plant in the country. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan.
As you know, Kazakhstan is considering the possibility of building a nuclear power plant to meet the growing needs of the country in electricity. At the same time, key priorities are the safety, reliability and environmental friendliness of the future nuclear power plant.
As part of the open and competitive dialogue procedure, the interdepartmental commission studies the proposals of the leading world suppliers of reactor technologies. Previously, detailed issues related to technological solutions, security systems, financing conditions and environmental aspects were sent to companies that were included in the Short List.
Currently, the CNNC (PRC, HPR-1000 reactor), Rosatom Civil Code (RF, VVER-1200), KHNP (South Korea, APR-1000, APR reactors, APR are considered as potential suppliers. -1400) and “EDF” (France, EPR1200 reactor).
“Work on a thorough and comprehensive study of the proposals of reactors’ suppliers will continue. The final decision will be made taking into account all the factors and in the interests of the Republic of Kazakhstan,” -examines from the message of departments.
Previously, Kazakhstan has already determined the site for the construction of the first nuclear power plant in the country.
“Decide on the area of construction of the nuclear installation” Nuclear Electric Station ” – Zhambyl district of the Almaty region,” the government decree published on the website of the official framework of regulatory legal acts.
October 6, 2024 in Kazakhstan, a referendum was held in which most citizens supported the idea of building nuclear power plants in the country.
January 28 President Kasym-Zhomart Tokaev said that Kazakhstan needs nuclear energy, since without it the progressive development of the republic will be in question.