Nizhny Novgorod 2 is a 1,255MW nuclear reactor planned in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. The nuclear reactor is currently in permitting stage. The construction on the reactor is likely to commence in 2025. The plant proponent is expected to achieve the first power from the reactor in 2030 and is planned for commissioning in the same year.
| PID | Project Type | Total Capacity (MW) | Active Capacity (MW) | Pipeline Capacity (MW) | Project Status | Project Location | Project Main Contractor | 744 | Nuclear | 1,255 | – | 1,255 | Permitting | Nizhny Novgorod, Russia |
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Description
Nizhny Novgorod 2 is a Generation III+ nuclear reactor.
The 1,255MW reactor is currently owned and will be operated by Rosenergoatom Concern. The company has a stake of 100%.
Nizhny Novgorod 2 is a type of PWR reactor. It will feature 163 fuel assemblies in the core of reactor, the place where fission occurs and energy is released. The project cost is expected to be around $3,817.71m.
Development Status
The reactor construction is expected to commence from 2025. Subsequent to that it will enter commercial operation by 2030.
Contractors Involved
Atomenergoproekt is expected to be the architect engineer for the reactor.
Methodology
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