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Usina Nuclear Wylfa — 1,190 MW Nuclear

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Usina Nuclear Wylfa é uma usina de 1,190 MW de nuclear localizada em Reino Unido. Veja localização, capacidade e detalhes técnicos.

Capacidade
1,190 MW

Installed

Comissionada
1971

Year online

Proprietário
Magnox Ltd

Operator

Localização
53.42, -4.48

Coordenadas

Insights

#34
largest in Reino Unido
#303
largest Nuclear worldwide
#2,079
largest worldwide
1971
17 yrs older than avg
6
operated by Magnox Ltd
36
plants within 100 km

Localização

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Detalhes Técnicos

Tipo de Combustível
Nuclear
Capacidade
1,190 MW
Comissionada
1971
Status
Operational
Proprietário
Magnox Ltd
País
United Kingdom
Coordenadas
53.417, -4.483
Wikipedia
Link

Pegada de carbono

CO₂ anual
106,329 t

tonnes / year

CO₂ de Vida Útil
5,316,444 t

over ~50 yrs

Intensity
12 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Emissões anuais equivalentes a

23,115
carros por ano
14,177
residências por ano
4,833,131
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

Wylfa Nuclear Power Station, located in the United Kingdom, is a notable nuclear energy generation facility with a capacity of 1190 MW. This power plant has played a pivotal role in the UK’s energy strategy, particularly in its efforts to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining energy security. Nuclear power is a key component in the UK’s energy mix, providing a stable and low-carbon source of electricity. The geographical coordinates of 53.4167, -4.4833 position Wylfa in a region that benefits from both a skilled workforce and supportive infrastructure, making it an ideal site for nuclear energy production. Operated by Magnox Ltd, the plant has undergone various upgrades to enhance its efficiency and safety, reflecting the UK’s commitment to maintaining high standards in nuclear energy. As the world moves towards a more sustainable energy future, Wylfa Nuclear Power Station serves as a critical example of how nuclear technology can contribute to a reliable energy supply while minimizing environmental impacts. The facility is not only vital for local energy consumers but also plays a crucial part in the national grid stability, demonstrating the importance of nuclear power in the broader context of energy generation in the UK.

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