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Global nuclear capacity projected to triple by 2060

Global nuclear capacity is projected to triple by 2060, with small modular reactors expected to play an important role. This is a forecast, not a confirmed change in capacity.

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A major expansion could reshape long-term electricity supply, energy security and nuclear safety risks.

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  1. CAPACIDADE GLOBAL NUCLEAR DEVE TRIPLICAR ATÉ 2060, COM PARTICIPAÇÃO IMPORTANTE DE PEQUENOS REATORES MODULARES ↗petronoticias.com.br · Recorded source date: Sep 15, 2026, 9:01 AM UTC
  2. La energía nuclear gana terreno y podría triplicar su capacidad global para 2060, según la IAEA ↗rionegro.com.ar · Recorded source date: Sep 15, 2026, 2:47 PM UTC

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