NPP in Jizzakh: concrete works begin under a new model
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has taken a major step toward developing nuclear energy: initial concrete works have begun in the Jizzakh region, while the project adopts a unique configuration with no global precedent.
Uzbekistan’s Atomic Energy Agency and Rosatom have signed a cooperation roadmap and an agreement for the construction of a nuclear power plant. The documents were signed by Azim Akhmedkhodjaev and Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev.
The project will follow a new configuration combining two large power units (VVER-1000, 1 GW each) and two small modular units (RITM-200N, 55 MW each), with a total capacity of 2,110 MW.
Once fully operational, the plant is expected to generate up to 17.2 billion kWh annually, covering about 15% of the country’s electricity demand.
At the same time, concrete works have started in the Farish district of Jizzakh region as part of the small-scale NPP project. Around 900 cubic meters of concrete will be poured at this stage, with completion expected by April 2026.
According to Uzbek officials, this marks a key milestone in the national nuclear energy program, supported by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Rosatom noted that the simultaneous construction of large and small reactors at one site is unprecedented globally and offers both technological and economic advantages.
The project also includes workforce training, scientific development, and the creation of a modern “nuclear city.” Commissioning of the power units is scheduled for 2029–2035.
The project will follow a new configuration combining two large power units (VVER-1000, 1 GW each) and two small modular units (RITM-200N, 55 MW each), with a total capacity of 2,110 MW.
Once fully operational, the plant is expected to generate up to 17.2 billion kWh annually, covering about 15% of the country’s electricity demand.
At the same time, concrete works have started in the Farish district of Jizzakh region as part of the small-scale NPP project. Around 900 cubic meters of concrete will be poured at this stage, with completion expected by April 2026.
According to Uzbek officials, this marks a key milestone in the national nuclear energy program, supported by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Rosatom noted that the simultaneous construction of large and small reactors at one site is unprecedented globally and offers both technological and economic advantages.
The project also includes workforce training, scientific development, and the creation of a modern “nuclear city.” Commissioning of the power units is scheduled for 2029–2035.
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