Kazakhstan begins site studies for first nuclear power plant
Kazakhstan has started engineering surveys for its first modern nuclear power station at Ulken in the Almaty region. The studies mark the initial stage of the project, following a ceremony earlier this month held by the Agency for Atomic Energy and Russia’s Rosatom. The current phase involves a detailed review of the site’s suitability, including seismic and environmental assessments. The work requires drilling at least 50 wells to depths of 30 to 120 meters. The…