Hey there! Did you hear the big news? China’s nuclear power capacity has just topped 120 million kilowatts! ⚡ That’s a huge number, but what does it mean?
Imagine turning on 120 million super-powerful light bulbs all at once! 💡 Nuclear power plants generate electricity by splitting atoms in a process called nuclear fission. This creates a lot of energy without producing the smoke that comes from burning coal or oil.
By using nuclear power, China is making a big step towards cleaner energy. In fact, in 2024, China’s nuclear power plants produced 450.9 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity. 🔋 That’s enough to power millions of homes!
This switch to nuclear energy helped reduce the use of about 140 million tonnes of coal and cut down around 370 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. That’s great news for our planet! 🌍
Safety is super important when it comes to nuclear power. China’s nuclear power plants have an excellent safety record, keeping everything running smoothly and securely. 🛡️
So, why is this exciting? Because it shows how countries can use advanced technology to create energy in a way that’s better for the environment. Maybe one day, you’ll help invent even cleaner ways to power our world! 🚀
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China nuclear power installed capacity tops 120 million kilowatts
cgtn.com
