Map of Argentine Nuclear Sites
Argentina is a notable player in nuclear power development, boasting a long history in the field. It operates three nuclear power plants: Atucha I, Atucha II, and Embalse. Together, they generate a significant portion of the country’s electricity, contributing to energy diversification and security. Argentina has also achieved technological independence by designing and constructing nuclear reactors domestically, including small modular reactors like CAREM. The nation’s commitment to nuclear energy extends to research, education, and medical applications, making it a leader in Latin America. Challenges remain, such as financing and waste management, but nuclear power remains central to Argentina’s energy strategy. Find out where the country’s nuclear sites are located, and what goes on at each of them, on our interactive map of Argentine nuclear sites.
Quick Guide to using the Map of Argentine Nuclear Sites
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.
POINTS – Points are coloured based on the purpose of the nuclear site.
COUNTER – The counter in the top left displays the number of nuclear sites under each purpose. Clicking on a specific counter lets you see only sites that fall within that category.
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 Argentina Nuclear Sites Map. You can use it to look up specific nuclear sites.
| Name | Purpose | Latitude | Longitude | Status | Construction Start | Start of Operations | End of Operations | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atucha | Power Station | -33.967500 S | -59.205000 W | In Service | 1968 | 1974 | / | Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) |
| Central Argentina de Elementos Modulares (CAREM 25) | Research Reactor | -33.967818 | -59.213016 | Under Construction | 2014 | / | / | Pwr Propulsion |
| Centro Atómico Constituyentes (CAC) | Research Institute | -34.572947 | -58.511851 | In Service | Unknown | 1993 | / | Centred on nuclear technology, ranging from basic and applied research to development and technology transference, including a pre-competitive production as pilot plant, and training of human re-sources. |
| Centro Atómico Ezeiza | Research Institute | -34.823333 | -58.57434 | In Service | Unknown | 1957 | / | Scientific, academic and productive activities |
| Complejo Minero Fabril San Rafael | Fuel Production | -34.653814 | -68.601661 | Permanently Shut Down | Unknown | 1975 | 1997 | Uranium mining and processing |
| Complejo Tecnológico Pilcaniyeu | Fuel Production | -41.192784 | -70.870649 | In Service | Late 1970s | 1984 | / | Uranium Enrichment |
| CONUAR FAE | Fuel Production | -34.821424 | -58.574421 | In Service | Unknown | 1982 | / | Manufacture of fuel elements |
| Córdoba plant | Fuel Production | -31.376101 | -64.187545 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Plant |
| DIOXITEK Plant | Fuel Production | -26.107115 | -58.277029 | Under Construction | 2016 | / | / | Fuel Conversion and Manufacturing |
| Dry Spent Fuel Storage Facility (ASECQ) | Waste Management | -33.967251 | -59.207461 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Temporary storage of spent fuel |
| Embalse | Power Station | -32.232000 S | -64.443000 W | In Service | 1974 | 1984 | / | CANDU (PHWR) |
| RA-0 | Research Reactor | -31.419288 | -64.188767 | In Service | Unknown | 1965 | / | Tank |
| RA-1 Enrico Fermi | Research Reactor | -34.572403 | -58.512351 | In Service | 1957 | 1958 | / | Tank |
| RA-10 | Research Reactor | -34.830475 | -58.563083 | Under Construction | Unknown | 2023 | / | Pool |
| RA-2 | Research Reactor | -34.572931 | -58.512006 | Permanently Shut Down | Unknown | 1966 | Unknown | Crit Assembly |
| RA-3 | Research Reactor | -34.824137 | -58.573354 | In Service | Unknown | 1967 | / | Pool |
| RA-4 | Research Reactor | -32.967607 | -60.62429 | In Service | Unknown | 1972 | / | Homog (S) |
| RA-6 | Research Reactor | -41.121581 | -71.414272 | In Service | Unknown | 1982 | / | Pool |
| RA-8 | Research Reactor | -41.19599 | -70.88072 | Temporarily Shut Down | Unknown | 1997 | / | Crit Assembly |
