WANA (Aug 15) – The Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant produced 1,395,290 megawatt-hours of electricity over the past 60 days, which is equivalent to the electricity needs of 2.3 million households.

 

This was achieved with a record capacity factor of 96.9%, the highest among various power plants in Iran.

 

After completing major maintenance and refuelling, the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant has been operating at total capacity since June 18 of this year.

 

 

Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant: A Key Contributor to Iran’s Energy Needs

The Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, located in the southwestern coastal city of Bushehr, Iran, is a critical component of the country’s energy infrastructure. As the first nuclear power plant in the Middle East, it symbolizes Iran’s commitment to diversifying its energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

 

Operational since 2011, the plant has a single reactor with a capacity of 1,000 megawatts (MW). In the summer of 2024, the Bushehr plant achieved a significant milestone by producing 1,395,290 megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity over a 60-day period. This output was sufficient to meet the electricity needs of approximately 2.3 million households, underlining its importance in supporting the national grid during peak demand periods.

 

The plant operates with a high capacity factor, recently achieving a record of 96.9%, making it one of Iran’s most efficient power stations. This performance is particularly notable following the completion of significant maintenance and refuelling, allowing the plant to run at maximum capacity.