Atomic Atlas

In: History Interactive Maps Science

17 Mar 2011

The FT has created two maps of the world’s nuclear power plants. The first is a fairly comprehensive collection of information on distribution, types, and history:

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The second is an interactive googlemaps-based version which locates operating, under construction, planned, and shut down plants. (related article)

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2 Responses to Atomic Atlas

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Terry

March 17th, 2011 at 1:39 pm

No way there are only 2,000 MW of existing nuclear power plants now. FT is confused or confusing.

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GoneToPlaid

March 18th, 2011 at 8:31 pm

Terry, you are right. As of January 19, 2011 there were 442 nuclear reactors in operation, producing a total of 374,958 MW.

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