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Türkiye wants to develop its own nuclear technology, says energy minister
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Fusion42 · 22 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Türkiye aims to develop its own nuclear energy technology with a focus on small modular reactors as part of its broader plan to reach 20,000 MW nuclear capacity by 2050, while also beginning electricity generation at the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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Türkiye’s push for homegrown nuclear tech signals new opportunities now open for suppliers and developers in SMRs and nuclear components. You can position yourself to serve Ankara’s national ambition for local energy tech and a 2050 capacity target.
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