China has hit a major green energy milestone, with its nuclear power installations now exceeding 120 million kilowatts in operation and under construction, according to the National Energy Administration (NEA). ⚡ This leap underscores the country’s ambitious push toward cleaner energy and climate goals.
Zhang Xing, an NEA official, highlighted China’s commitment to ‘safety first’ in nuclear development, noting the nation now boasts a complete industrial system and ranks among global leaders in nuclear tech. 🌐
In 2024 alone, nuclear power generated 450.9 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity – a 3.7% jump from last year – meeting 4.5% of the country’s total energy needs. 📈 This shift slashed coal use by 140 million tonnes and CO2 emissions by a staggering 370 million tonnes, giving climate activists a reason to cheer. 🌱
With all operational reactors maintaining world-class safety records, China’s nuclear sector is proving how innovation and sustainability can go hand-in-hand. 💡 Will this spark a global clean energy domino effect?
