Rosatom begins engineering surveys for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power project

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Yahoo Finance

Updated: Aug 11 2025

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Source: Yahoo Finance

Kazakhstan's Nuclear Power Project: Rosatom has begun preliminary work on Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant in the Zhambyl district, including engineering surveys and site evaluations to ensure safety and reliability for the future high-capacity facility.
Strategic Development Goals: The project aims to contribute to Kazakhstan's energy strategy of achieving 2.4GW nuclear capacity by 2035, with advanced VVER-1200 reactors that meet international safety standards, promoting regional economic growth and infrastructure development.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.