General
Will the cumulative number of new nuclear reactors connected to the grid globally (2026–2030) exceed 30?
An energy prediction on the resurgence and pace of new nuclear power construction worldwide.
104 total votes
Analysis
The Nuclear Revival
Driven by decarbonization goals and energy security concerns, the nuclear power industry is seeing a resurgence (IEA, simulated late 2025 context). Currently, there are over 60 reactors under construction globally, with the vast majority in China, India, Russia, and South Korea. China alone is projected to connect over **15 new reactors** by 2030. Given the current construction pipeline, which includes both large-scale and some initial Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), the strong 'Yes' vote reflects the high certainty that the cumulative number of new reactors connected to the grid globally between 2026 and 2030 will **easily exceed 30**.