Map of CANDU Reactors
CANDU reactors, developed in Canada, are a type of nuclear power reactor that uses natural uranium as fuel and heavy water as both a coolant and a moderator. Unlike light water reactors, CANDU reactors can be refuelled without shutting down, enhancing efficiency. Their design also allows for the use of alternative fuels such as thorium and recycled uranium. The reactors feature a unique horizontal fuel channel configuration, improving neutron economy. Known for their safety and reliability, CANDU reactors are widely used in Canada and internationally, contributing significantly to nuclear energy production while ensuring a stable and sustainable power supply. Find out where all CANDU reactor sites are located, and what goes on at each of them, on our interactive map of CANDU reactors.
Quick Guide to using the Map of CANDU Reactors
MAP – Click and drag to move the map around. Hold Ctrl and use the mouse wheel to zoom in or out. Alternatively use the zoom buttons in the top right corner.
POPUPS – Hovering over a specific point on the map will show you a popup containing additional information about the site.
Data
Below is the full data set used to create the CANDU Reactors Map. You can use it to look up specific nuclear sites.
| Name | Country | Number | Latitude | Longitude | Status | First Reactor Online | Last Reactor Shut-Down | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce | Canada | 8 | 44.31879339 | -81.60257683 | Operational | 1977 | / | 2x CANDU 791, 2x CANDU 750A, 4x CANDU 750B |
| Cernavoda –1 | Romania | 2 | 44.31798377 | 28.06006904 | Operational | 1996 | / | 2x CANDU 6 |
| Darlington | Canada | 4 | 43.86983895 | -78.72309706 | Operational | 1990 | / | 4x CANDU 850 |
| Embalse | Argentina | 1 | -32.23222795 | -64.44170164 | Operational | 1984 | / | 1x CANDU |
| Gentilly | Canada | 2 | 46.39394928 | -72.35471252 | Operational | 1983 | / | 1x Prototype CANDU, 1x CANDU 6 |
| Kaiga | India | 6 | 14.86644317 | 74.43999957 | Operational | 2000 | / | 4x IPHWR-220 (Based on CANDU), 2x IPHWER-700 (Based on CANDU) |
| Kakrapara | India | 4 | 21.23721864 | 73.35292405 | Operational | 1993 | / | 2x IPHWR-220 (Based on CANDU), 2x IPHWER-700 (Based on CANDU) |
| Kanupp | Pakistan | 1 | 24.85191089 | 66.77601081 | Operational | 1972 | / | 1x CANDU |
| Madras | India | 2 | 12.55914488 | 80.17746527 | Operational | 1984 | / | 2x IPHWR-220 (Based on CANDU) |
| Narora | India | 2 | 28.15832705 | 78.41143111 | Operational | 1991 | / | 2x IPHWR-220 (Based on CANDU) |
| Pickering | Canada | 4 | 43.809601 | -79.063859 | Operational | 1971 | / | 2x CANDU 500A, 4x CANDU 500B |
| Point Lepreau | Canada | 1 | 45.0689786 | -66.45247584 | Operational | 1983 | / | 1x CANDU C6 |
| Qinshan | China | 2 | 30.43621554 | 120.9578933 | Operational | 2002 | / | 2x CANDU 6 |
| Rajastan | India | 8 | 24.872222 | 75.613889 | Operational | 1973 | / | 2x CANDU, 4x IPHWR-220 (Based on CANDU), 2x IPHWR-700 (Based on CANDU) |
| Wolsung | South Korea | 4 | 35.71467803 | 129.4782053 | Operational | 1983 | / | 4x CANDU 6 |
