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Is Tunisia ready for its first nuclear reactor
Tunisia is looking to launch its first nuclear power reactor to generate electricity after a delay of more than six decades caused by political hesitations and Cold War influences. Although the project has been ready since the 1960s and includes essential components such as a industrial product sterilization plant and an experimental reactor. The total cost of the project is estimated at 28 billion dollars, of which 25 billion dollars will be financed through a Russian loan. The reactors are expected to begin gradual operations between 2028 and 2030, aiming to meet more than 80% of Tunisia’s power grid needs. The push to adopt nuclear energy comes in response to declining oil and gas production in Tunisia, rising import bills, and a persistent energy crisis, despite Tunisia benefiting from existing technical expertise, even though many engineers have emigrated.
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