The generation III+ EPR™ reactor: multiple benefits

3D representation of an EPR ™ power plant

The EPR™ nuclear reactor provided by AREVA is currently the latest development in pressurized water reactors (PWR). Thanks to its experience, AREVA has designed a reactor with greater competitiveness and safety. Already under construction in Finland, France, and China, the EPR™ is also a front runner in terms of sustainable development.

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A state-of-the-art reactor

The EPR™ reactor is the latest model in pressurized water reactors. Innovative, it provides increased performance and safety.

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Continuity in technology

As a descendant of N4 and KONVOI reactors, the EPR™ reactor benefits from the experience of both of these reactors.

An EPR reactor under construction

The EPR™ reactor: an adapted response

The EPR™ reactor has been approved and authorized by the most exacting bodies. Its construction has begun in Finland, France, and China.

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An even safer reactor

The EPR™ reactor guarantees an extremely high level of safety. It is designed to withstand both external hazards and an internal accident.

A competitive reactor

The extremely high competitiveness of the EPR™ is down to both its optimized fuel management and its extended service life.

EPR plant under construction on OL3 site, in Finland

Designed for sustainability

The EPR™ reactor features improvements in terms of sustainable development, in particular a reduced production of radioactive waste.

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Enhanced radiation protection

The EPR™ reactor is designed to improve radiation protection for personnel: the collective dose of radioactivity is less than natural doses.

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