On 9 October, the China Institute of Atomic Energy (CIAE) marked the start of construction of its base in Huludao City, Liaoning Province, accompanied by a seminar on the development of nuclear science and technology innovation.The Huludao base is poised to develop an integrated nuclear science and technology innovation system. This system will be anchored by a series of large-scale research facil

On 8 October, local time in Switzerland, the World Economic Forum recognized Sanmen Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. as part of its latest list of Lighthouse Factories, according to an announcement on the Forum’s official website. Sanmen Nuclear Power stood out from thousands of candidate factories worldwide, marking a first for the global nuclear power industry.The Lighthouse Factory title is awarded t

An important milestone was reached on 27 September with the pouring of the first concrete for the nuclear island of Unit 4 of Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Plant Phase II project, amid the simultaneous batch construction of Hualong One reactor series. As the first project of the Hualong One series, Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Plant has started the construction of four units with strict adherence to safety a

Ambassador Li Song, Permanent Representative of China to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), delivered an important statement at the IAEA Board of Governors meeting on 10 September. In his address, Li Song outlined China’s progress in nuclear science, technology and applications, and reiterated China’s proactive stance on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology for the ben

On 31 August 2024, Liu Jing, Vice Chairman of the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), and his team visited the Beishan underground research laboratory. During the visit, Liu Jing highlighted several key areas of focus.Stressing the need to maximize developer’s proactivity, Liu Jing called for enhanced process control and coordination, as well as scientific and rational allocation of resourc

Dong Baotong, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and Administrator of the National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA), and his team visited CNNC-Shaanxi Uranium on 6 September. During the visit, Dong Baotong emphasized several key points:It is imperative that personnel at all levels deepen their understanding of the paramount importance of nuclear safety, approach their w

Chinese Premier Li Qiang sent a message of congratulations to the 68th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on 16 September. On behalf of the Chinese government, Li Qiang extended his congratulations on the convening of the General Conference. Premier Li stressed the importance of nuclear energy as a clean energy source and noted President Xi Jinping’s call for a g

On 29 September 2024, the State Council Information Office of China has released a white paper entitled “China's Energy Transition”, which provides a comprehensive overview of China’s strategic approach to a sustainable energy future. The document, including a preface and conclusion, is organized into six sections: China’s Path of Energy Transition in the New Era, Promoting Green Energy Con

On 19 August, after deliberation by the executive meeting of the State Council, five nuclear power projects were approved, including the Bailong Phase I project in Guangxi. Located at the southern end of the Jiangshan Peninsula in Fangchenggang City, the project marks the State Power Investment Corporation’s (SPIC) first foray into nuclear power development in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Re

On 19 August, the executive meeting of the State Council approved the construction of new nuclear power projects in Zhaoyuan, Shandong; Lufeng, Guangdong; and San’ao, Zhejiang, marking an important milestone for China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN).CGN’s newly approved units include Zhaoyuan Units 1 & 2, Lufeng Units 1 & 2, and San’ao Units 3 & 4. The Zhaoyuan project is CGN’s fi