According to an announcement by China General Nuclear Power (CGN): “On the morning of 10 June, the mobilisation meeting for the construction of unit 3 of CGN Guangdong Taipingling Nuclear Power Project was held in Huizhou. The project completed the pouring of the first batch of concrete on the nuclear island, marking the official start of construction of the main project.”
The Taipingling plant is designed to include a total of six Hualong One units. Construction of Units 1 and 2 began in 2019 and 2020, respectively. Unit 1 is expected to enter operation in 2025, followed by Unit 2 in 2026.
Approval for the construction of Units 3 and 4 was granted by China's State Council on December 29, 2023, as part of the second phase of development at the site. The phased construction is aligned with long-term energy planning in the region.
CGN stated that the Taipingling project will contribute to clean energy supply and support the sustainable economic growth of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Once all six Hualong One reactors are completed and operational, the plant’s total annual power output is projected to reach approximately 50 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh).
In terms of environmental impact, CGN noted that full operation of all units at the Taipingling site will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by around 41.6 million tonnes per year. The company emphasized that the project aims to provide reliable and clean energy to meet regional energy demand while supporting broader environmental objectives.
The Hualong One reactor design, developed by China, is a third-generation pressurized water reactor known for its enhanced safety features and efficiency. The construction progress at Taipingling reflects ongoing efforts to expand nuclear power generation as part of the national energy strategy.
CGN continues to coordinate closely with regulatory authorities and local partners to ensure timely construction and operational readiness of the Taipingling units. Further developments and updates on the project will be shared as construction advances.
