Map of South Korean Nuclear Sites
Nuclear power plays a pivotal role in South Korea’s energy strategy. As one of the world’s largest consumers of nuclear energy, the country operates 25 reactors that generate approximately 30% of its electricity. The government has traditionally viewed nuclear power as a means to ensure energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support economic growth. South Korea is also a global leader in exporting nuclear technology, with significant projects in countries like the UAE. The nation’s nuclear path reflects its technological ambition and energy challenges. Find out where the country’s nuclear sites are located, and what goes on at each of them, on our interactive map of South Korean nuclear sites.
Quick Guide to using the Map of South Korean 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 South Korea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGN-201K SUWON | Research Reactor | 37.245195 | 127.078945 | In Service | Unknown | 1982 | / | Homog (S) |
| Dry Storage Facility for Spent Nuclear Fuel (SNF) | Waste Management | 35.71648 | 129.474559 | In Service | Unknown | Unknown | / | On-site dry storage facility for Spent Nuclear Fuel |
| Hanbit / Yonggwang | Power Station | 35.415000 N | 126.423889 E | In Service | 1981 | 1986 | / | 6x Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) |
| Hanul / Ulchin | Power Station | 37.092778 N | 129.383611 E | In Service | 1983 | 1988 | / | 8x Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) |
| High-Flux Advanced Neutron Application Reactor (HANARO) | Research Reactor | 36.423892 | 127.370277 | In Service | Unknown | 1995 | / | Pool |
| KEPCO Nuclear Fuel | Fuel Production | 36.429158 | 127.370436 | In Service | Unknown | 1982 | / | Provides nuclear fuels to 24 nuclear power plants in South Korea |
| Kijang Research Reactor (KJRR) | Research Reactor | 35.325058 | 129.246985 | Under Construction | Unknown | / | / | Pool |
| Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute | Research Institution | 36.420636 | 127.375134 | In Service | Unknown | 1959 | / | Research-oriented institute for nuclear power |
| Korea Research Reactor No. 1 (KRR-1) | Research Reactor | 36.428408 | 127.37402 | Dismantled | Unknown | 1962 | 1997 | TRIGA Mark II |
| Korea Research Reactor No. 2 (KRR-2) | Research Reactor | 36.427066 | 127.374566 | Dismantled | Unknown | 1972 | 1997 | TRIGA Mark III |
| Korea Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR) | Research Reactor | 36.372571 | 127.352221 | In Service | Unknown | 2008 | / | Tokamak Type Nuclear Fusion Device |
| Kori / Saeul | Power Station | 35.316944 N | 129.300000 E | In Service | 1972 | 1978 | / | 10x Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PWR) |
| Wolseong | Power Station | 35.7111° N | 129.4750° E | In Service | 1975 | 1983 | / | 4x Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR), 2x Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) |
| Wolsong LILW Disposal Center (WLDC) | Waste Management | 35.729243 | 129.481984 | In Service | 2008 | 2010 | / | Silo-type Low- and Intermediate-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal |
