Nuclear

South Korea Builds Reactors Fast; Licensing Slows Them Down

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Briefings

South Korea spent two decades constructing four 1,400 MW nuclear reactors at the Barakah site in the UAE, which were completed on schedule and budget. However, licensing processes have significantly slowed the deployment of these units, creating a bottleneck for the country's nuclear energy expansion plans.

Key points

• South Korea completed four 1,400 MW nuclear reactors at the Barakah site in the UAE on time and on budget after two decades of construction.
• Licensing delays have stalled the deployment of these completed reactors, limiting the country's ability to utilize its existing infrastructure immediately.

Context

This finding highlights a critical gap between completed nuclear infrastructure and regulatory readiness, as South Korea's rapid reactor construction contrasts with the slow licensing timeline that prevents immediate operational use.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a guest blog post from 2026; specific dates for licensing delays are not provided, and the impact of these delays on national energy security remains unquantified.

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