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Türkiye's first Akkuyu nuclear reactor to begin operations by end of 2026
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Fusion42 · 6 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Türkiye’s first Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant unit, featuring a Russian-designed VVER-1200 reactor, is expected to start operations by end-2026, initially covering 2–2.5% of the country's electricity demand, rising to 10% with all four units operational.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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Türkiye’s move to bring Akkuyu nuclear online marks a clear shift to diversify electricity sources away from fossil fuels. You in climate tech or clean energy supply should watch for new opportunities around nuclear support services and data centre projects at the plant.
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