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South Korea to build two new nuclear reactors by 2038

Published 08:44 on January 26, 2026 / Last updated at 08:45 on January 26, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Asia), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification)

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South Korea's plan to build two additional nuclear plants around 2038 will proceed as scheduled, the climate ministry said Monday.
South Korea's plan to build two additional nuclear plants around 2038 will proceed as scheduled, the climate ministry said Monday.


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