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Critical Minerals / Potential Growth In Demand Is ‘Massive’, But Nuclear Remains Low-Intensity

By David Dalton
5 May 2021

IEA also says China on track to become leader in nuclear power around 2030
Potential Growth In Demand Is ‘Massive’, But Nuclear Remains Low-Intensity
The Tianwan nuclear power station in China, where five reactors are in operation, one remains under construction and two more are planned. Courtesy CNEA.
The energy sector’s needs for critical minerals could increase by as much as six times by 2040, although nuclear power is one of the low-carbon technologies with the lowest mineral intensity, a report by the International Energy Agency says.

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