Chinese government acknowledges problems for nuclear power due to climate change

Govt orders new nuclear power plants to carefully consider water intake safety

By Global Times Aug 28, 2023

The National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA) has urged China’s newly-built and projected nuclear power plants to fully consider water intake issues, in a bid to ensure the safe operation of nuclear power facilities.

During a recent meeting, the administration emphasized that relevant departments should improve water intake procedures due to changes in climate and sea environment over the years, to further ensure the smooth operation of nuclear power plants. This was stated by NNSA’s official social media account on Monday………………………………………….  https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202308/1297149.shtml

August 30, 2023 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | China, climate change