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KHNP Secures Continued Operation Approval for Kori Units 3 and 4, Targets Restart in First ...
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Fusion42 · 28 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) has received regulatory approval to extend the operational life of Kori Nuclear Power Plant Units 3 and 4 until 2034 and 2035, respectively, targeting a sequential restart in the first half of 2027 after upgrades and inspections.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Energy Storage, and 5 sources have reported it between 27 Oct 2026 and 28 Oct 2026.
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You can expect more stable electricity supply for power-intensive industries like semiconductors and AI as Kori units 3 and 4 prepare to restart. This opens a clear window to engage in energy-dependent industrial sectors in South Korea before the reactors go offline again.
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5 sources · first reported 27 Oct 2026 · latest 28 Oct 2026
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