China’s Nuclear Power Boom Is Accelerating Faster Than Expected

China plans to put into operation seven new nuclear reactors this year, boosting its already substantial fleet of nuclear generators, which is already the largest in the world. Ground has been broken on two of the seven planned for commissioning before the end of the year. Another 16 reactors have been approved for construction, and a total of 36 are under construction, Global Times reported, citing official data. There are 60 already operating nuclear reactors in the country with an installed capacity of 125 million kW. China recently overtook…