CANDU

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf nuclear reactor
gptkbp:communityEngagement local outreach programs
gptkbp:communitySupport heavy water
gptkbp:coolingSystem heavy water
gptkbp:country gptkb:Argentina
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:China
gptkb:India
gptkb:Romania
gptkb:South_Korea
gptkbp:decommissioningDate requires careful management
gptkbp:design refueling while operating
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Atomic_Energy_of_Canada_Limited
gptkbp:economicImpact provides jobs in nuclear sector
gptkbp:energyEfficiency around 30% to 35%
gptkbp:environmentalImpact low greenhouse gas emissions
gptkbp:firstGeneration 1968
gptkbp:fuelType natural uranium
gptkbp:futurePlans export opportunities
potential for new builds
upgrades to existing plants
gptkbp:historicalSignificance influenced global nuclear policies
pioneered heavy water reactor technology
contributed to nuclear research
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label CANDU
gptkbp:internationalCooperation gptkb:IAEA
gptkbp:notableFeature modular design
can use recycled fuel
high neutron economy
flexible fuel cycle
none major reported
gptkbp:operatingHours 40 years or more
gptkbp:partnerships with universities for research
with international nuclear organizations
with government agencies for policy development
gptkbp:powerOutput up to 900 MW per reactor
gptkbp:publicAccess about environmental impacts of nuclear energy
about nuclear energy benefits
about safety measures in place
gptkbp:publicPerception mixed opinions
gptkbp:regulatoryBody gptkb:Canadian_Nuclear_Safety_Commission
gptkbp:researchAndDevelopment ongoing improvements
gptkbp:safetyFeatures multiple redundant safety systems
gptkbp:sustainabilityPractices focus on waste reduction
emphasis on safety culture
investment in renewable energy research
gptkbp:technology waste management solutions
heavy water production
fuel fabrication
reactor control systems
gptkbp:trainingPrograms for operators and engineers
gptkbp:type pressurized heavy water reactor