National Energy Administration Report: Nuclear Power to Enter Electricity Market Gradually

The China Nuclear Power Development Report (2026), released by the National Energy Administration, states that nuclear power will gradually enter the electricity market. Under the guidance of relevant policies for the national unified electricity market system, it is necessary to strengthen research on policy mechanisms for nuclear power's participation in the electricity market, and to explore the establishment of a system that reflects the low-carbon value of nuclear power, so as to enhance the competitiveness and friendliness of nuclear power in the market.

The report also shows that coastal nuclear power construction will continue to advance steadily and in an orderly manner. Nuclear power construction is moving toward a new stage of batch, standardized, modular, and intelligent building. The competitive advantages of the industrial chain and supply chain will be further strengthened, and the pattern of private capital participating in nuclear power construction will be further expanded.