Nuclear Power Poised to Triple Global Capacity by 2050, Led by China and India
Published on: Jan. 21, 2026, 11:26 p.m. | Source: scanx.trade
The World Nuclear Association projects global nuclear capacity will triple to over 1,400 GW by 2050, with China, India, US, France, and Russia contributing nearly 1,000 GW. Nuclear generation hit record levels in 2024, currently providing 10% of global electricity. India targets 100 GW by 2047 with private sector participation, while technology companies like Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon are forming nuclear partnerships for reliable 24/7 power.
