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South Korea's power demand set to soar on AI boom as nation weighs expanding nuclear energy
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Fusion42 · 8 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
South Korea's power demand is expected to surge due to chipmaking expansion and AI data centres, prompting the government to consider extending its long-term energy roadmap and potentially building new nuclear reactors. The country faces rising electricity needs from AI, electric vehicles, and heating shifts while balancing nuclear expansion and renewable energy goals.
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South Korea's leap in power demand means you need to prepare for energy cost and supply chain shifts, especially if your product or service depends on chip manufacturing or AI infrastructure. Nuclear energy expansion and roadmap changes open new pathways but also regulatory hurdles to navigate.
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