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Global nuclear construction reaches 79 reactors, highest since Chernobyl

Nov 2, 2026 02:44 (3h ago)

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Nuclear developers had 79 reactors under construction worldwide as of Oct. 16.
Data-center electricity demand is projected to rise from 485 TWh in 2025 to 950 TWh by 2030.
China leads construction with 38 reactors, followed by India with eight and Russia with seven.