Al-Khobar Unit 1
Al-Khobar Unit 1 is a planned nuclear reactor in Saudi Arabia, intended for a site near Al-Khobar as part of the country's inaugural nuclear energy program. With a planned net capacity of 1400 MWe, it signifies Saudi Arabia's diversification into nuclear power to meet growing energy demands and redu
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Al-Khobar Unit 1
Status: PLANNED Category: POWER Country: Saudi Arabia [Saudi Arabia](/library/wiki/countries/Saudi Arabia) Type: PWR PWR Capacity: 1400 MWe
Overview
Al-Khobar Unit 1 is a planned nuclear reactor in Saudi Arabia, intended for a site near Al-Khobar as part of the country's inaugural nuclear energy program. With a planned net capacity of 1400 MWe, it signifies Saudi Arabia's diversification into nuclear power to meet growing energy demands and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The project remains in the planning phase with no construction started.
Key Facts
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- World Nuclear Association - Saudi Arabia — Overview of Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy plans and developments.
- World Nuclear News - Saudi Arabia Nuclear Plans [UNVERIFIED] — Article discussing Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy ambitions and planned projects.
- Reuters - Saudi Arabia Nuclear Energy [UNVERIFIED] — News report on Saudi Arabia's consideration of nuclear reactor projects.
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