Rosatom offers Armenia new nuclear energy options beyond 2036

Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom has proposed several options to Armenia for the development of new nuclear power capacity after 2036, according to the company’s chief executive Alexey Likhachev.

Likhachev said Rosatom had presented a range of proposals, including small-scale nuclear plants, modular reactors, medium-capacity reactors and large gigawatt-class units, Caliber.Az reports per Russian media. 

“We have put various combined proposals on the table,” Likhachev said, outlining Rosatom’s interest in supporting Armenia’s future energy needs.

According to the Rosatom chief, Armenia’s electricity consumption is expected to grow by 4–5% annually over the next decade, potentially creating additional demand of up to 1 gigawatt of power capacity.

Likhachev also said Rosatom is prepared to play a broader role in Armenia’s nuclear energy sector, including participation in the operation and commercial management of future nuclear facilities.

“We are ready to actively participate in the business and operation of the nuclear power unit,” he said.

In addition, Rosatom expressed readiness to purchase surplus electricity generated by Armenia’s nuclear power plant and export it to neighbouring countries.

By Sabina Mammadli