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Advanced Gas-cooled Reactor (AGR) – A Second Generation for UK Nuclear

The Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor, or AGR, is the UK's second generation reactor design. Locations of AGRs include Hartlepool, Heysham and Torness.
Cherenkov radiation causing a blue shine under water in a research nuclear reactor, research providing perhaps one of the foundations for next generation technology such as advanced modular reactor design.

Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) – The Future of Nuclear Energy Explained

The concept of an Advanced Modular Reactor, or AMR, has the potential to create an exciting nuclear future - innovating in technology, safety and more.

Atomic Weapons – How do they work?

Atomic weapons, also known as nuclear weapons, are the most powerful devices ever created by humans by releasing massive energy from a nuclear reaction.
Aerial view of Olkiluoto Power Station, featuring two large reactor buildings and a tall chimney against a backdrop of greenery and water. The facility is known for its two boiling water reactors, which are housed in the distinctively shaped containment structures at the centre of the image. The third reactor on site is an EPR, a type of Pressurised Water Reactor.

Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) – an introduction to this type of nuclear power plant

Boiling Water Reactors, or BWRs, are the second most common nuclear reactors in the world today.​ A Boiling Water Reactor directly boils water within the
View of Wolseong Nuclear Power Plant in South Korea. This station uses CANDU type reactors.

CANDU Reactor

What's a CANDU you ask? Take a tour of the world of CANDU to find out...

Cherenkov Radiation – The Ethereal Blue Glow

Cherenkov radiation is a fascinating phenomenon that occurs when charged particles travel through a medium resulting in a characteristic and eerie blue glow.
Aerial view of Chernobyl nuclear power plant with sarcophagus in place.

Chernobyl

Chernobyl Incident, 26 April 1986

Control Rods – How to control a nuclear reactor

Control Rods control the fission reaction in a nuclear reactor. Find out how they work and what else they are used for...

Decommissioning – What goes up, must come down

Decommissioning is a lengthy and complicated process to safely dismantle nuclear plants and facilities. Explore how it works and where it's happening...

Defence Nuclear Safety Regulator (DNSR) – Who are they and what do they do?

Come and learn how our Defence Nuclear Safety Regulator (DNSR) regulates and how it is different from our Civil Regulator.

Environment Agencies – How do they protect the environment?

Learn about how and where UK environment agencies tie into nuclear.

Fission – How splitting an atom creates energy

Nuclear fission is the process of splitting an atomic nucleus into smaller parts. This reaction releases an enormous amount of energy.
Aftermath of the Fukushima accident by Digital Globe.

Fukushima Accident

Fukushima accident , 11 March 2011

Fusion – Harnessing the unlimited power of the sun

Stars release unfathomable amounts of energy thanks to nuclear fusion. Learn about what Nuclear Fusion is, how it works, and what it can be used

Gas-Cooled Fast Reactor (GFR) – High-Efficiency, Next-Gen Nuclear Power

Discover the Gas-Cooled Fast Reactor (GFR), an advanced nuclear technology designed for high efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced safety. Utilizing a fast neutron spectrum and helium
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Torness nuclear power station as viewed from a nearby beach. The power plant consists of two advanced gas cooled reactor units (AGRs).

Map of Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactors

Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactors are the UK's second generation nuclear plants. Find out where all AGR reactor sites are located.

Map of Argentine Nuclear Sites

Argentina's commitment to nuclear energy makes it a leader in the field in Latin America. Find out where all Argentine nuclear sites are located.

Map of Armenian Nuclear Sites

Armenia remains committed to nuclear energy as a reliable and low-carbon source. Find out where all Armenian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Belgian Nuclear Sites

A frontier in nuclear research, Belgium also produces a significant amount of nuclear energy. Find out where all Belgian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Brazilian Nuclear Sites

Brazil excels in nuclear fuel production, with large uranium reserves and fabrication capabilities. Find out where all Brazilian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Bulgarian Nuclear Sites

Nuclear Power is the backbone of Bulgaria's nuclear energy production. Find out where all Bulgarian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Canadian Nuclear Sites

Canada is a global leader in the production of uranium and the development of nuclear technology. Find out where all Canadian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Czech Nuclear Sites

Nuclear energy accounts for nearly 40% of Czechia's electricity production. Find out where all Czech nuclear sites are located.

Map of Dutch Nuclear Sites

While not the biggest generator of nuclear energy, the Netherlands are heavily involved in nuclear research. Find out where all Dutch nuclear sites are located.

Map of Finnish Nuclear Sites

Finland is constructing the world's only final disposal facility for spent nuclear fuel. Find out where all Finnish nuclear sites are located.

Map of French Nuclear Sites

France is a global leader in nuclear energy, maintaining low carbon dioxide emissions and energy security. Find out where all French nuclear sites are located.

Map of German Nuclear Sites

Once a major player in nuclear energy, Germany has now phased out nuclear power entirely. Find out where all German nuclear sites are located.

Map of Hungarian Nuclear Sites

Hungary has committed to expanding its nuclear capacity with the ambitious Paks II project. Find out where all Hungarian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Indian Nuclear Sites

India has 22 operational nuclear reactors, with ambitious plans to expand capacity further. Find out where all Indian nuclear sites are located.

Map of Italian Nuclear Sites

Italy has a complex history with nuclear power, gradually shutting down all plants by 1990. Find out where all Italian nuclear sites are located.
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Uranium glass predates the 'Atomic Age', being discovered in 1789. The addition of uranium gave the pieces a recognisable green or yellow colour and meant that they glow under ultraviolet light.

Artefacts of the Atomic Age

Children's toys with real Uranium? Cocktails? Atomic Tourism? Beauty Pageants? Explore the time popular culture went mad for nuclear...

Changing the world – The defining moments of nuclear history

Immerse yourself in some of the world-changing moments of nuclear history, captured by a collection of breath-taking photographs.

Faces of Nuclear – The people that made it happen

Behind each and every discovery there were people who made it happen. Explore their incredible lives and what they contributed to make nuclear possible.

Frozen in time – Unique views into the past

Breath-taking photographs of the early civil nuclear age. Things were moving fast, innovation was radical, and nuclear was on track to change the world.
The Calder Hall nuclear power station in the United Kingdom, the world's first commercial nuclear power station.

Life at Calder Hall – An insider perspective

Explore a unique insider perspective at the very start of the civil nuclear age and find out what life was like at Calder Hall.

Sneak peek – Objects from behind the fence

Sneak behind the metaphorical fence and explore a collection of unique objects and facilities you might encounter on different nuclear sites.
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