Serious obstacles imperil N-reactor sales to China
Despite optimistic reports that China may purchase as many as $20 billion worth of US nuclear reactors, manufacturers and vendors caution that the Chinese bureaucracy and culture may delay the country's goal of 10,000 megawatts of nuclear power by 2000. Other obstacles are China's coal, oil, and hydro resources and the inflexibility of US vendors, although manufacturers view turnkey packages as more of a strength. Despite its domestic resources, however, China is seeking hands-on experience with nuclear technology. Although China has a large potential market for electric power, the economy with its low level of personal income is a natural inhibitor. Without help from the Export-Import Bank, the Chinese may turn to subsidized technology from France or Germany.
- OSTI ID:
- 6554376
- Journal Information:
- Electr. Light Power; (United States), Journal Name: Electr. Light Power; (United States) Vol. 62:6; ISSN ELLPA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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