Khmelnytsky, Rivne and South Ukrainian NPPs restore full capacity

Khmelnytsky, Rivne and South Ukrainian NPPs fully restore power after Russian attacks - IAEA

IAEA reported that Khmelnytska, Rivne and South Ukrainian nuclear power plants fully restored their capacity, which was lowered after the latest Russian attacks on the Ukrainian energy system. The updated information was made public in a statement by the agency's director general.

Details

According to the IAEA:

• all three NPPs returned to nominal generation levels;

• The agency's specialists are on site and confirm the stable operation of the reactors;

• The reduction in power was temporary and was caused by the need to balance the power system after the Russian strikes.

The IAEA also emphasised that the situation in the Ukrainian nuclear energy sector remains extremely sensitive, and attacks on energy infrastructure are unacceptable risks for safety.

Context.

After the recent massive shelling, Ukraine was forced to temporarily limit generation at a number of energy facilities to stabilise the system. Nuclear power plants play a key role in supplying the country with electricity, especially in winter.

The IAEA calls for Immediate cessation of any attacks on critical infrastructure, as it poses threats not only to Ukraine but also to the region.