Kenya Plans First Nuclear Power Station by 2027 to Meet Rising Electricity Demand
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Kenya plans to begin constructing its first nuclear power station in 2027, with an anticipated capacity of 1,000 Megawatts.
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The nuclear power project aims to reduce reliance on polluting thermal power facilities.
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Rising electricity demand and Kenya's 2030 economic goals are driving the investment in nuclear power.
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Ideal sites being considered are Kilifi and Kwale counties, pending further scientific study.
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Kenya will need to upgrade its electrical transmission system to supply future nuclear plants with reliable off-site power.