Providing nearly 25 percent of the UAE’s electricity needs.
Adherence to the highest international standards of quality
Safe Start-up of Unit 1 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant Successfully Achieved
Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant Unit 1 Successfully Connects to UAE’s Transmission Grid
Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant
The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant is located in the Al Dhafra of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi on the Arabian Gulf, approximately 53 km west-southwest of the city of Ruwais. The Plant’s four APR1400 design nuclear reactors will supply up to 25% of the UAE’s electricity needs once fully operational.
Construction of the plant commenced in July 2012, following the receipt of the Construction License from the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) and a No Objection Certificate from Abu Dhabi’s environmental regulator, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD).
The Barakah plant is an important part of the UAE’s efforts to diversify its energy sources, and will provide clean and efficient energy to homes, businesses and government facilities while reducing the nation’s carbon footprint. When fully operational, the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant is expected to prevent up to 22 million tons of carbon emissions every year, equivalent to removing 4.8 million cars from the roads.
For the UAE’s first nuclear program, our main goals are very clear.
01
Electricity provision to the UAE
The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant will deliver safe, clean and reliable electricity to the UAE grid, commencing in 2020.
02
Economic growth for the Country
The development of a nuclear energy industry in the UAE will support the Country's future economic growth and diversification.
03
Building a platform for recruitment
The youth of the nation, particularly UAE Nationals, have a unique opportunity to become involved in one of the country’s most exciting industries.