United Kingdom

Usina Nuclear Dungeness B — 1,120 MW Nuclear

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Usina Nuclear Dungeness B é uma usina de 1,120 MW de nuclear localizada em Reino Unido. Veja localização, capacidade e detalhes técnicos.

Capacidade
1,120 MW

Installed

Comissionada
1966

Year online

Proprietário
EDF Energy

Operator

Localização
50.91, 0.96

Coordenadas

Insights

#43
largest in Reino Unido
#316
largest Nuclear worldwide
#2,182
largest worldwide
1966
22 yrs older than avg
15
operated by EDF Energy
153
plants within 100 km

Localização

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Detalhes Técnicos

Tipo de Combustível
Nuclear
Capacidade
1,120 MW
Comissionada
1966
Status
Operational
Proprietário
EDF Energy
País
United Kingdom
Coordenadas
50.913, 0.960

Pegada de carbono

CO₂ anual
100,074 t

tonnes / year

CO₂ de Vida Útil
5,003,712 t

over ~50 yrs

Intensity
12 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Emissões anuais equivalentes a

21,755
carros por ano
13,343
residências por ano
4,548,829
árvores para compensar

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

Dungeness B power station is a nuclear power generation facility located in the United Kingdom, possessing a capacity of 1120 MW. Commissioned in 1966, this long-standing power plant has played a significant role in the UK’s energy landscape for decades. Situated at coordinates 50.9134° N and 0.9598° E, Dungeness B is strategically located on the coast of Kent, allowing for efficient cooling processes which are crucial for nuclear operations. The facility utilizes advanced nuclear technology to produce electricity with minimal greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with the UK’s energy policy focused on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy security. The plant is operated under stringent safety regulations, reflecting the UK’s commitment to maintaining high standards in nuclear energy generation. As the UK transitions towards a low-carbon future, Dungeness B remains a key player in the national energy mix, providing consistent and reliable power to the local grid while supporting the overall sustainability objectives of the nation.

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