Carbon - UK Nuclear Energy Flashcards
1
Q
Which project has restarted UK nuclear initiatives?
A
Hinkley Point C
2
Q
When is Hinkley Point scheduled for commissioning?
A
2027
3
Q
What is the current estimated cost of Hinkley Point?
A
£25-26 billion
4
Q
What is the energy production capacity of Hinkley Point?
A
7% of UK electricity needs
Power roughly 5m homes
5
Q
How much CO2 will Hinkley Point offset?
A
9m tonnes per year
600m over its lifespan
6
Q
Where is Hinkley Point located?
A
North Somerset coast
7
Q
How has Hinkley Point improved employment provision?
A
25,000 jobs
1000 apprenticeships
8
Q
Where is the UK’s primary nuclear waste storage facility located?
A
Sellafield, Cumbria
