Nuclear power delivers low-carbon, reliable electricity. As more countries aim for net-zero emissions, nuclear energy is increasingly seen as a crucial partner to renewable sources like wind and solar. The IAEA’s Power Reactor Information System (PRIS) tracks the status of nuclear power reactors globally. All information and data items are provided voluntarily by countries and collected by the IAEA via data providers nominated officially by Member States.
Here are six key trends from the Nuclear Power Status in 2025 that show how nuclear energy uptake is evolving:
- This growth would make nuclear a key player in the clean energy transition.
- 416 Nuclear Reactors are in operation around the world.
- PRIS tracks reactor-level data, and reactor status is updated on an ongoing basis, which can cause daily variations.
- In 2024, nuclear electricity production exceeded 417.5 TWh.
- Nuclear energy plays a significant role in Europe’s electricity mix.
- The status and data related to nuclear reactors continue to evolve as part of the global energy transition.
Note: All information is provided by member states and compiled by IAEA through the PRIS database.
Авторское резюме: Нуклеарная энергия остается важной частью перехода к низкоуглеродной энергетике, поддерживая устойчивый баланс между надёжностью и декарбонизацией в составе мировой энергосистемы.