Slovakia, US sign nuclear deal for new 1,200 MWe power reactor

Slovakia and the United States have signed a significant intergovernmental agreement to enhance cooperation in civil nuclear energy, including plans to build a new 1,200 MWe nuclear power reactor at Slovakia’s Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant. This deal, signed by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, is a key part of Slovakia’s long-term energy strategy aimed at strengthening energy security, sustainability, and technological advancement. The agreement covers a broad spectrum of nuclear activities such as reactor technology, supply chains, safety standards, workforce training, and project planning, supporting both Slovakia’s existing nuclear fleet and future large-scale construction. The new reactor, potentially using Westinghouse technology, is expected to be operational by 2040 or 2041 and represents one of the largest infrastructure investments in Slovak history. The U.S. emphasized the strategic and industrial benefits of the project, highlighting its role in bolstering European energy security and supporting American manufacturing and job creation