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Nuclear Industry: Brazilian State-Owned Company Receives Mega Shipment of 21 Tons of Russian Uranium to Strengthen Angra 1

Written by Roberta Souza
Published on 22/02/2024 at 11:27
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Russian Uranium: Boosting the Brazilian Nuclear Industry

The Brazilian Nuclear Industries (INB) will receive this Thursday about 21 tons of enriched uranium from Russia to supply the demand for Angra 1, Brazil’s first nuclear power plant, according to a publication by the jornal floripa. This vital supply of raw material highlights the importance of international cooperation for the national nuclear industry, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our facilities.

Angra 1 and the Uranium Supply

With the arrival of these 21 tons of uranium, the INB Nuclear Fuel Factory, located in Resende, in the State of Rio de Janeiro, will be able to produce the 44 fuel elements necessary for the refueling of Angra 1. This refueling is essential to maintain the electricity generation capacitya of the plant, which is sufficient to power approximately 1 million people for a year.

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Performance of Angra 1 and the Importance of the Nuclear Industry

Angra 1, inaugurated in 1985, uses a pressurized water reactor (PWR), the most commonly used type in nuclear power plants around the world. With a capacity of 640 megawatts, the plant plays a crucial role in supplying energy to large urban areas, comparable to powering cities like Porto Alegre or São Luís.

In its early years of operation, Angra 1 faced technical challenges that affected its efficiency. However, over time, these issues were resolved, and the plant began to operate according to international safety and performance standards. In 2023, Angra 1 reached a significant milestone by recording the highest energy generation in a single month since its inauguration, demonstrating its ongoing importance in the national energy landscape.

The partnership between INB and international uranium suppliers, such as Russia, highlights the need for global cooperation in the development and safe maintenance of the Brazilian nuclear industry. This collaboration not only ensures the electricity supply for millions of people but also drives technological advancement and operational excellence in our nuclear facilities.

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Roberta Souza

Autora no portal Click Petróleo e Gás desde 2019, responsável pela publicação de mais de 8.000 matérias que somam milhões de acessos, unindo técnica, clareza e engajamento para informar e conectar leitores. Engenheira de Petróleo e pós-graduada em Comissionamento de Unidades Industriais, também trago experiência prática e vivência no setor do agronegócio, o que amplia minha visão e versatilidade na produção de conteúdo especializado. Desenvolvo pautas, divulgo oportunidades de emprego e crio materiais publicitários direcionados para o público do setor. Para sugestões de pauta, divulgação de vagas ou propostas de publicidade, entre em contato pelo e-mail: santizatagpc@gmail.com. Não recebemos currículos

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