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Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant

Sector: Nuclear • Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Source: One Arabia

Project
Operational

The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the UAE consists of four APR1400 reactor units supplying 25% of the UAE's electricity. It supports energy security and sustainability by generating clean electricity and significantly reducing carbon emissions. Construction began in July 2012, with Unit 4 completed in December 2023 and operational since September 2024. The plant is recognized for efficient, time

Status
Under Construction
Sector
Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT)
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
One Arabia

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The project “Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant” is an infrastructure initiative in the Nuclear sector, located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Taiyo aggregates data on it from One Arabia.

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operational

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Under Construction

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2026-07-22

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The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the UAE consists of four APR1400 reactor units supplying 25% of the UAE's electricity. It supports energy security and sustainability by generating clean electricity and significantly reducing carbon emissions. Construction began in July 2012, with Unit 4 completed in December 2023 and operational since September 2024. The plant is recognized for efficient, timely, and cost-effective construction, serving as a global example for nuclear projects.

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Energy

Location

Country

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

State

Abu Dhabi

City

Abu Dhabi

Source

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One Arabia

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Sector

Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT)

Article published date

2025-09-16

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