Map of Brazilian Nuclear Sites
Brazil’s nuclear energy program is integral to its energy diversification and technological progress. It operates Angra 1 and Angra 2 nuclear power plants, with Angra 3 under construction. Beyond energy generation, Brazil is a leader in nuclear research, housing the renowned Nuclear Energy Research Institute (IPEN) and developing advanced technologies in reactor design and medical isotopes. The country also excels in nuclear fuel production, with substantial uranium reserves and capabilities in mining, processing, and fuel fabrication. Managed by Indústrias Nucleares do Brasil (INB), Brazil’s fuel cycle is nearly self-sufficient. These achievements highlight Brazil’s commitment to leveraging nuclear technology responsibly. Find out where the country’s nuclear sites are located, and what goes on at each of them, on our interactive map of Brazilian nuclear sites.
Quick Guide to using the Map of Brazilian 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 Brazil 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angra | Power Station | -23.008123 | -44.457975 | In Service | 1971 | 1985 | / | 2x Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) |
| Argonauta | Research Reactor | -22.865032 | -43.225881 | In Service | 1962 | 1965 | / | Argonaut |
| Caetité Complex | Fuel Production | -13.835393 | -42.277341 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Uranium Concentrate Unit |
| Centro Industrial Nuclear de Aramar | Military Research Site | -23.398345 | -47.59844 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Nuclear research by the Brazilian Navy |
| IEA-R1 | Research Reactor | -23.564081 | -46.735849 | In Service | Unknown | 1957 | / | Pool |
| IPEN/MB-01 | Research Reactor | -23.565423 | -46.737625 | In Service | Unknown | 1988 | / | Pool |
| Laboratório de Geração de Energia Nucleoelétrica (LABGENE) | Military Research Site | -23.40213 | -47.59512 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Validation of design conditions and testing all possible operating conditions for a nuclear propulsion plant |
| Nuclear and Energy Research Institute (IPEN) | Research Institute | -23.566367 | -46.738023 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Conducting research in the areas of nuclear materials and processes, nuclear reactors, applications of nuclear techniques, and nuclear safety |
| Nuclear Engineering Institute (IEN) | Research Institute | -22.865635 | -43.226651 | In Service | Unknown | 1962 | / | Development of technologies in the nuclear and other related fields |
| Nuclear Sciences Regional Centre of the Central-West (CRCN-CO) | Research Institute | -16.751266 | -49.427833 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Radioactive waste management and deposit, and nuclear technology in the Central-West Region of Brazil |
| Nuclear Sciences Regional Centre of the Northeast (CRCN-NE) | Research Institute | -8.058718 | -34.948002 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Inspection and control of facilities and radioactive materials in the Northeast Region of Brazil |
| Nuclear Technology Development Centre (CDTN) | Research Institute | -19.873381 | -43.966688 | In Service | Unknown | 1952 | / | Research of radioactive mineral occurrences, studies in nuclear physics field, metallurgy and in materials of nuclear interest |
| Poços de Caldas | Fuel Production | -21.948946 | -46.498825 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | 1997 | Uranium Mine |
| Radiation Protection and Dosimetry Institute (IRD) | Research Institute | -23.583429 | -46.636778 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Radiological protection and dosimetry of ionizing radiation, and conducts inspection of radioactive use in industry, power plants, and other areas |
| Reator Multipropósito Brasileiro (RMB) | Research Reactor | -23.383343 | -47.623068 | In Service | Unknown | 1978 | / | Pool |
| Resende Nuclear Fuel Factory (FCN) | Fuel Production | -22.504926 | -44.640563 | In Service | 2000 | 2006 | / | UO2 powder reconversion, pellet manufacturing and nuclear fuel assembly |
| Santa Quiteria | Fuel Production | -4.575437 | -39.796108 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Uranium Mine |
| TRIGA IPR-R1 | Research Reactor | -19.870722 | -43.963357 | In Service | Unknown | 1960 | / | Pool (TRIGA Mark I) |
| Unidade de Concentrado de Urânio (URA) | Fuel Production | -13.833915 | -42.293657 | In Service | Unknown | 1999 | / | Uranium Mine |
| Unidade de Tratamento de Minério (UTM) | Fuel Production | -21.972773 | -46.504716 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Ore Treatment Unit |
| Uranium Hexafluoride Pilot Unit (USEXA) | Fuel Production | -23.400594 | -47.603008 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | Uranium Hexafluoride Production |
