China’s ‘Nuclear Tourism’ Opens Atom-Splitting Plants to Public

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Cranes tower over the Zhejiang San’ao nuclear power plant during its construction in 2023. Photo: Bloomberg

(Bloomberg) — China is giving people a peek behind the curtain of its atomic energy program, hoping that “nuclear tourism” can help shore up support for a sector key to its clean energy ambitions.

China General Nuclear Power Corp. (CGN), the country’s largest atomic electricity generator, opened an online booking system to allow tourists to plan visits to nine nuclear power stations across the country. The company also published a booklet of tourist information including hand-drawn guide maps for the facilities, the company said on social media.

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China is promoting "nuclear tourism" to boost support for its clean energy goals by offering visits to nine nuclear power stations.
China General Nuclear Power Corp. (CGN) launched an online booking system and guide maps, showcased reactors, and aimed to enhance public trust and understanding of nuclear power.
China currently has 30 reactors under construction, forming nearly half of the global pipeline, contributing to its aim to achieve zero emissions by 2060.

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China General Nuclear Power Corp. (CGN): China General Nuclear Power Corp. (CGN) is China's largest atomic electricity generator, managing multiple nuclear power stations across the country. Recently, CGN launched a nuclear tourism initiative, allowing public visits to nine facilities via an online booking system. The goal is to boost local tourism and public trust in nuclear energy, crucial for China’s plan to achieve zero emissions by 2060. CGN's effort aims to enhance understanding and support for nuclear power's role in clean energy.

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2024-08-07：: China General Nuclear Power Corp. (CGN) held a launch event at the Ningde nuclear power plant in Fujian province, promoting nuclear tourism.

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