The system is being developed as part of the Breakthrough project and is being constructed in Seversk, Siberia. The system promises to reuse 95% of the consumed fuel, solving issues related to waste and fuel sources.
“Rosatom” is the largest civil nuclear company in the world, involved in building and maintaining plants and covering the entire fuel cycle, from uranium mining to waste management, for clients worldwide.
Russia is also a leader in uranium enrichment, accounting for 40-46% of global production capacity. It conducts mining operations in Kazakhstan, the world’s largest uranium producer, through joint ventures. Russia plans to increase domestic uranium production to 4,000 tons annually by 2030 (current production is about 2,700 tons).
