Russia’s nuclear regulator Rostechnadzor has granted an operating licence extension until 2031 for Unit 1 of the Rostov nuclear power station near Volgodonsk in southwest Russian.
The 950-MW pressurised water reactor unit began commercial operation in December 2001 so can now operate for 30 years.
As of 9 January, the unit had generated 148.2 TWh (gross) of electricity since it started operations in 2001, state nuclear corporation Rosatom said recently.
The 950-MW pressurised water reactor unit began commercial operation in December 2001 so can now operate for 30 years.
As of 9 January, the unit had generated 148.2 TWh (gross) of electricity since it started operations in 2001, state nuclear corporation Rosatom said recently.
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