Number of operational nuclear reactors worldwide 1954-2022
By the end of 2022, there were 411 operational nuclear reactors worldwide. That was a decrease of 26 operational nuclear reactors compared to the previous year. In 2022, the construction of eight new nuclear power plants began globally.
In 1959 there were just 11 operable reactors, and within 30 years the number had shot up to 420. Since 1989, reactor numbers have remained relatively stable, peaking at 450 in 2018.
In 1959 there were just 11 operable reactors, and within 30 years the number had shot up to 420. Since 1989, reactor numbers have remained relatively stable, peaking at 450 in 2018.
