President Zelenskyy Announces Expansion of Khmelnytskyi NPP with Westinghouse Amid Ukraine's Nuclear Energy Breakthrough
KYIV, Ukraine, February 21, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- During his speech at the 61st Munich Security Conference on February 15, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed plans to expand the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), emphasizing the key role of nuclear energy in ensuring Ukraine's viability amid ongoing Russian attacks on the energy sector.
"We are currently preparing a project to expand our Khmelnytskyi NPP with the involvement of American business, including Westinghouse. Just a day before Munich, I was there at the plant. This project will strengthen energy security not only of Ukraine but of the entire European region," stated President Zelenskyy.
Khmelnytskyi NPP Expansion and the Role of Westinghouse
Khmelnytskyi NPP is a key facility within NNEGC Energoatom, operating 9 power units in Ukrainian-controlled territory. CEO Petro Kotin confirmed plans to:
Complete the construction of power units No. 3 and No. 4, which are already 80% and 25% finished.
Begin construction of power units No. 5 and No. 6, utilizing the latest Westinghouse AP1000 reactor technology.
This expansion solidifies Ukraine's position as a leader in nuclear energy development in Europe and ensures long-term energy stability for the region.
High-Level Discussions with the U.S.
President Zelenskyy also revealed that nuclear energy was a key topic in his conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, underlining Ukraine's strategic partnership with the United States in securing a stable nuclear future.
About Energoatom
Energoatom, officially known as the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company of Ukraine, is the state-owned operator of Ukraine's nuclear power plants. Established to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient generation of nuclear power, Energoatom is a key player in Ukraine's energy sector, providing nearly half of the country's electricity needs. With 15 reactors across four nuclear power plants, Energoatom ranks as Europe's second-largest nuclear power generator by installed capacity.
Since the start of the conflict, Energoatom has not only maintained operations under challenging conditions but also expedited efforts to achieve full independence from Russian nuclear fuel and materials. In partnership with international companies like Westinghouse and Holtec International, Energoatom is advancing Ukraine's nuclear energy infrastructure to ensure long-term energy security, economic resilience, and alignment with international safety and environmental standards.
For more information, visit https://energoatom.com.ua.
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