Hinkley Point C nuclear power station
GPTKB entity
Statements (65)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fusion
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| gptkbp:benefits |
provides community benefits through local initiatives
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| gptkbp:challenges |
overcame significant construction challenges
faced various project challenges during construction |
| gptkbp:climate_impact |
addresses climate change concerns through low carbon energy
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| gptkbp:collaboration |
involves international engineering expertise
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| gptkbp:community_engagement |
ongoing community engagement initiatives
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| gptkbp:community_support |
gained community support through outreach efforts
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| gptkbp:construction_method |
modular construction techniques
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| gptkbp:construction_started |
gptkb:2018
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| gptkbp:cooling_system |
once-through cooling system
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| gptkbp:disbandment_date |
in place
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| gptkbp:electrification |
3.2 GW
low carbon increases energy generation capacity in the UK |
| gptkbp:emergency_services |
regular safety drills conducted
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| gptkbp:emissions_standard |
very low emissions during operation
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| gptkbp:employees |
around 25,000 jobs
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| gptkbp:energy_policy_impact |
significant impact on UK energy policy.
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| gptkbp:energy_transition |
part of the energy transition strategy in the UK
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| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
aligned with UK energy policy goals
aligned with government energy policy objectives |
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
underwent environmental assessments prior to construction
assessed during planning process |
| gptkbp:fuel_type |
uranium
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| gptkbp:funding |
funded through private investment
no public funding involved secured through contracts for difference |
| gptkbp:future_plans |
potential for further nuclear projects in the UK
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| gptkbp:grid_position |
gptkb:National_Grid
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Hinkley Point C nuclear power station
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| gptkbp:investment |
£22-23 billion
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| gptkbp:local_economy |
significant boost to local economy
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Somerset,_England
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| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:EDF_Energy
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| gptkbp:owner |
gptkb:China_General_Nuclear_Power_Group
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| gptkbp:power_source |
contributes to UK energy independence
diversifies the UK energy mix expected to produce energy for decades expected to provide reliable energy output |
| gptkbp:power_supply |
to power 6 million homes
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| gptkbp:project |
managed by a consortium of companies
potential for future technology advancements in nuclear energy delays reported due to various factors |
| gptkbp:provides_oversight_for |
subject to project oversight by regulatory bodies
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| gptkbp:public_perception |
mixed public perception regarding nuclear energy
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| gptkbp:regulatory_body |
gptkb:Office_for_Nuclear_Regulation
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| gptkbp:risk_management |
comprehensive risk management strategies in place
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| gptkbp:safety |
promotes a strong safety culture among workers
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| gptkbp:safety_features |
advanced safety systems
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| gptkbp:safety_measures |
subject to strict safety regulations
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| gptkbp:security |
enhances energy security for the UK
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| gptkbp:significance |
first new nuclear power station in the UK in over 20 years
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| gptkbp:status |
under construction
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| gptkbp:supply_chain |
focus on local supply chain development
involves UK and international suppliers |
| gptkbp:support |
conducted prior to approval
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| gptkbp:sustainability |
aims to contribute to sustainable energy goals
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| gptkbp:technology |
EPR (European Pressurized Reactor) technology
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| gptkbp:turbine_type |
2
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| gptkbp:type |
pressurized water reactor
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| gptkbp:waste_management |
plans for nuclear waste management in place
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| gptkbp:year |
2026
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Bechtel
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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