Tag: Nuclear
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Okiluoto Nuclear Power Plant
Olkiluoto is Finland’s largest nuclear power site, with two upgraded boiling‑water reactors and Europe’s first 1,600 MW EPR, supplying over 3 GW to the national grid. Engineering highlights include redundant Baltic‑cooled safety systems, double containment, and passive third‑generation features. The free Visitor Centre offers interactive exhibits, while pre‑booked weekday group tours access the plant and Onkalo waste…
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Kelham Island Museum
The Kelham Island Museum houses exhibits related to the industrial history of Sheffield. It’s an appropriate location. Kelham Island sits on the River Don, just north of the city centre, and has been home to grinding workshops and later an iron foundry. The museum buildings were originally erected in the 1890’s to house an electricity generating station
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Hinkley Point Nuclear Power Station
Hinkley Point C, the UK’s first new nuclear plant in over 30 years, will use two 1,600 MWe EPR reactors to power six million homes. Featuring advanced safety systems and “Big Carl,” the world’s largest land crane, the project highlights major engineering feats. Public tours and a free visitor centre at Cannington Court explore the site.