Sizewell C-1 is a 1,670MW nuclear reactor planned in England, the UK. According to GlobalData, who tracks and profiles over 170,000 power plants worldwide, the nuclear reactor is currently at the permitting stage. Post completion of the construction, the plant proponent is expected to achieve the first power from the reactor in 2034 and is planned for commissioning in the same year. Buy the profile here.
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Description
Sizewell C-1 is a Generation III+ nuclear reactor being developed by Sizewell C, the main contractor for the project.
The 1,670MW reactor will be operated by Sizewell C. The project is co-owned by Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and Electricite de France, with their respective ownership stake of 50% each.
Sizewell C-1 is a type of PWR reactor. It will feature 241 fuel assemblies in the core of reactor, the place where fission occurs and energy is released.
The material used for the construction of the vessel will be 16MNDS.
Development status
Post completion of construction, the reactor is planned to get commission in 2034.
Contractors involved
YRM is expected to be the architect engineer for the reactor.
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About Sizewell C
Sizewell C Ltd, a subsidiary of Sizewell C (Holding) Ltd, is engaged in a production of electricity that specializes in focusing on nuclear services. It specializes in development of the low carbon electricity generation facilities and maintenance of nuclear power plants and related services. The company is headquartered in London, Greater London, the UK.
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