Because of electricity…the International Agency expects the return of nuclear energy globally

The International Energy Agency stated in a study revealed on Thursday that it will return to the global scene in light of the rise in…
The study stated that interest in nuclear energy has become greater than it was since the oil crisis in the 1970s, with more than 40 countries seeking to expand the scope of nuclear energy.
The study explained that the increased demand for electricity comes not only from traditional sectors such as industry, but also from new fields such as electric cars, data centers, and in order to operate artificial intelligence.
According to the agency, electricity generation from the global fleet of about 420 reactors will reach a new peak this year.

70 gigawatts of new nuclear power

“It is clear today that the strong return of nuclear energy, which the agency has predicted for several years, is well under way,” said Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency. “Nuclear energy is expected to generate a record level of electricity during 2025.”
He added: Moreover, more than 70 gigawatts of new nuclear energy is being built globally, one of the highest levels in the past 30 years, and more than 40 countries around the world have plans to enhance the role of nuclear energy in their energy systems.

Relying on Chinese and Russian technologies

The agency warned that the expansion of nuclear power relies heavily on Chinese and Russian technologies and resources such as uranium, which poses risks of future dependence.
China is making significant gains, while traditional nuclear powers such as the United States and France suffer from delays and increased costs of modernizing their nuclear power plants.
The agency explained that although nuclear energy has traditionally relied on government funding, there is a need for private investors for the rapid expansion of the sector.

Building new reactors globally

Nuclear power represents about 10% of the total electricity generated globally, and is the second largest source of low-emission electricity after hydropower.
Although some countries are abandoning nuclear power or decommissioning their plants, global electricity generation from nuclear power plants is increasing.
Japan is resuming production, France has completed maintenance work on its nuclear power plants, and new reactors will enter into operation in countries including China, India, South Korea, and Europe.