NAEC “Energoatom” has announced the revival of the construction project for the Chyhyryn Nuclear Power Plant. The unfinished nuclear power station near Chyhyryn in the Cherkasy region will have four power units using the American AP1000 technology, each with a capacity of 1.1 GW.
The Chyhyryn NPP and the nearby town for nuclear workers named Orbita were initiated during the Soviet era but construction was halted in 1989. The plant is located near the Kremenchuk Reservoir. Orbita will also be completed alongside the plant. The Chyhyryn City Council has already granted permission for the development of land management projects to allocate land plots for the use of “Energoatom”, providing over 38 hectares for the energy-generating company.
“Energoatom intends to revive Orbita, transforming it into one of the most modern towns akin to Netishyn, South Ukraine, or Varash. The successful implementation of these plans is undoubtedly a significant investment in post-war recovery and in supporting the energy security of the state. The introduction of innovative nuclear technologies will position Ukraine as a leader in the nuclear energy sector with unique expertise and its own technological solutions,” noted the head of NAEC “Energoatom”, Petro Kotin.
Additionally, to enhance energy security, a decision was previously made to construct units 5 and 6 of the Khmelnytsky Nuclear Power Plant using American technology. The AP1000 project developed by Westinghouse features a water-water reactor with two cooling loops, improved use of passive safety measures, and an emphasis on economic efficiency in construction and operation.
Source: NAEC "Energoatom"
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