Nuclear power by country

Nuclear power by country refers to the use of nuclear power in different countries around the world. Nuclear power is a significant source of electricity generation and plays a crucial role in the energy mix of many countries.

Overview

Nuclear power is the use of nuclear reactions to generate heat, which is most usually then used in steam turbines to produce electricity in a nuclear power plant. As of 2020, there are over 440 commercial nuclear power reactors operable in 32 countries, with over 390,000 MWe of total capacity. Approximately 90 more reactors are under construction.

Nuclear power by country

United States

The United States is the world's largest producer of nuclear power. As of 2020, it has 93 operable reactors with a combined capacity of over 100,000 MWe.

France

France is the second-largest producer of nuclear power, with 56 operable reactors. The country relies heavily on nuclear power, which accounts for about 70% of its total electricity production.

China

China is rapidly expanding its nuclear power capacity. As of 2020, it has 49 operable reactors and several more under construction.

Russia

Russia has a significant nuclear power industry, with 38 operable reactors. The country is also a major exporter of nuclear technology.

Japan

Japan has 33 operable reactors. However, the country's nuclear industry has been in decline since the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011.

See also

• List of countries by electricity production from renewable sources
• List of countries by nuclear power
• Nuclear power debate
• Nuclear energy policy by country