Dukovany Nuclear Power Station
One of the largest power plants in Czech Republic
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History & Background
Commissioned in 1985, Dukovany Nuclear Power Station is a nuclear power plant located in Czech Republic with an installed capacity of 2.0 GW. It is operated by ČEZ. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Czech Republic.
Why It Matters
Dukovany Nuclear Power Station is a major source of low-carbon baseload electricity for Czech Republic, producing enough power for roughly 1.6 million US-equivalent households per year. Nuclear plants like this one operate at very high capacity factors (~90%), meaning they generate near their full nameplate capacity around the clock—a profile that complements variable renewables like wind and solar.
Environmental Impact
Compared to a coal-fired plant of the same output, Dukovany Nuclear Power Station prevents approximately 15.6 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Nuclear plants do produce radioactive waste, but the volume is small (a single household's lifetime nuclear waste fits in a soda can) and storage technology has improved significantly over the past 40 years.
Fun Facts
- One of the 10 largest power plants in Czech Republic.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 1.6 million US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 41 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Dukovany Nuclear Power Station produce?▾
Dukovany Nuclear Power Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 2.0 GW. At typical capacity factors for nuclear plants (~92%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 1.6 million US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Dukovany Nuclear Power Station located?▾
Dukovany Nuclear Power Station is located in Czech Republic at approximately 49.0844°, 16.1322°.
When was Dukovany Nuclear Power Station built?▾
Dukovany Nuclear Power Station was commissioned in 1985.
Who owns Dukovany Nuclear Power Station?▾
Dukovany Nuclear Power Station is owned and operated by ČEZ.
About Nuclear Power
Nuclear power plants use nuclear fission to generate heat, which produces steam to drive turbines. They provide reliable baseload power with virtually no direct carbon emissions, though they produce radioactive waste.
Other Nuclear Power Plants in Czech Republic
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Temelín Nuclear Power Station | 2.1 GW | ČEZ |
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Data Information
Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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