Why climate extremes will not stop expansion of China’s nuclear power industry

Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and droughts, are causing disruptions to nuclear power generation in Europe, leading to significant capacity shortfalls in countries like France. These conditions have resulted in reactor shutdowns due to low river levels and high water temperatures. However, an industry specialist believes these climate extremes will not halt China's ambitious expansion of its nuclear power industry. While Europe faces challenges, China's nuclear sector is expected to continue its growth trajectory despite global climate impacts.