The brief

Analyst view

• UK government largest clean energy project with financial close November 4, 2025.
• Twin EPR: 3,200 MW supplying 6 million homes for 60+ years.
• Over 2,000 workers on site January 2026; construction targets mid-to-late 2030s operation.

Technical approach

As reported

EPR Reactors

Twin third-generation pressurised water reactors

Two independent safety systems, passive cooling without active pumps, double containment structure.

Grid integration

Large base-load capacity

3,200 MW supplies 7-8% UK demand as reliable dispatchable power, replacing retiring coal and gas.

Supply chain

UK and international manufacturing

Major components from specialized suppliers globally, transported to Suffolk coast for assembly.