A technical seminar titled “Nuclear Power Plant Safety” took place in Bishkek, organized by the state corporation Rosatom in collaboration with the Public Association “Council of Veterans of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic.” The event aimed to discuss critical aspects of nuclear energy and its role in ensuring safety and sustainability.
Experts from Rosatom presented their insights on various topics, including the operation of low-power reactors, seismic safety measures for nuclear facilities, and modern methods for managing and processing spent nuclear fuel. They also highlighted initiatives related to personnel training and socio-economic development in the nuclear sector.
Chorobay Akunov, Chairman of the Public Association "Council of Veterans of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic," opened the seminar by stressing the significance of establishing a nuclear power plant for Kyrgyzstan's economic growth.
"Nuclear energy can become an essential tool for meeting the growing demand for energy and fostering the development of high technologies in our country," he remarked.
Dmitry Konstantinov, head of Rosatom's offices in Kyrgyzstan, assured attendees of the reliability of the proposed technologies.
"We are ready to provide safe solutions, especially for regions with high seismic activity," he emphasized during his presentation.
Participants had the unique opportunity to take a virtual tour of the Novovoronezh Nuclear Power Plant, where they explored the reactor hall and production facilities of the world's first power unit equipped with a VVER-1200 reactor.
The seminar occurred against the backdrop of regional developments, with neighboring Kazakhstan also pursuing international cooperation in constructing nuclear power plants. First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar indicated that a consortium of no more than five countries could participate, stressing the importance of leveraging advanced technologies from various sources.
Potential bidders for Kazakhstan's nuclear projects include firms from the United States, China (CNNC), Korea (KHNP), Russia (Rosatom), and France (EDF). Furthermore, Kazakhstan has initiated negotiations with American companies NuScale and GE Hitachi regarding small modular reactor projects.
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