Top 10 Countries by Operating Nuclear Power Plants

Key Facts and Trends:

• The Leader: The United States remains at the top due to its massive, established nuclear fleet, although its pace of adding new reactors has stabilized.
• Growth Driver: China is currently the primary driver of global nuclear growth, leading the world in both active construction and commissioning speed.
• European Divergence: France maintains the highest share of electricity from nuclear power, while Germany has completely phased out its nuclear program, marking a drastic shift in energy policy.

Nuclear power remains a critical tool for meeting global climate goals, with its role becoming increasingly prominent in future energy portfolios.