Shin Kori Unit 6
Shin Kori Unit 6 is an operational nuclear power reactor located at the Shin Kori site in South Korea, playing a key role in the country's civilian energy supply. Built with the APR1400 design, it exemplifies South Korea's commitment to safe and efficient nuclear power generation. It is currently in
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Shin Kori Unit 6
Status: OPERATIONAL Category: POWER Country: South Korea [South Korea](/library/wiki/countries/South Korea) Type: APR1400 APR1400 Capacity: 1400 MWe
Overview
Shin Kori Unit 6 is an operational nuclear power reactor located at the Shin Kori site in South Korea, playing a key role in the country's civilian energy supply. Built with the APR1400 design, it exemplifies South Korea's commitment to safe and efficient nuclear power generation. It is currently in operation, though specific start dates are not available in this context.
Key Facts
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA PRIS - Shin Kori 6 — Official record of Shin Kori Unit 6 in the IAEA Power Reactor Information System.
- Wikipedia - Shin Kori Nuclear Power Plant — General information on the Shin Kori site, including Unit 6.
- KHNP - Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power — Official website of the operator managing Shin Kori Nuclear Power Plant.
- WNA - Nuclear Power in South Korea — Country profile detailing South Korea's nuclear energy program, including Shin Kori.
- World Nuclear News - Shin Kori Units Update [UNVERIFIED] — News article on the approval and construction status of Shin Kori Units 5 and 6.
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