Armenian Nuclear Power Plant Modernization and New Small Modular Reactor Project
Sector: Nuclear • Location: Metsamor, Armenia
Source: Finport.am
The project involves extending the service life of Unit 2 of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP) by 10 years until 2036, planning to build a new nuclear power unit in Armenia, and exploring the construction of small modular nuclear reactors using American technology to enhance energy independence. The project also includes cooperation agreements worth $9 billion for small modular reactor techn
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government
- Location
- Metsamor, Armenia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Finport.am
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Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The project involves extending the service life of Unit 2 of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP) by 10 years until 2036, planning to build a new nuclear power unit in Armenia, and exploring the construction of small modular nuclear reactors using American technology to enhance energy independence. The project also includes cooperation agreements worth $9 billion for small modular reactor technology and considerations for extending the operational life of the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant until 2046. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Country | Armenia |
City | Metsamor |
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Source | Finport.am |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government |
Article published date | 2026-04-23 |
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