A massive steel dome has been lifted into place at the Haiyang Nuclear Power Plant in east China's Shandong Province, marking a significant milestone for the project. This dome forms a critical part of the nuclear island for Unit 3, symbolizing the near completion of the plant's main building.
Construction progress is impressive as both Unit 3 and Unit 4 are slated to enter full operation by 2027. Once the plant is fully online, the four nuclear power units are expected to generate up to 40 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, a capacity that could meet the power needs of nearly half of Shandong's population.
This achievement highlights cutting-edge engineering and the role of nuclear energy innovation in supporting large-scale power demands. The project sets a strong example of how advanced technology and robust infrastructure can drive sustainable energy solutions on the Chinese mainland and inspire similar initiatives worldwide.
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Massive steel dome lifted into place at China's Haiyang nuclear plant
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