The increasing demand for clean energy solutions is driving the Nuclear Power Market

Author : Purvaja Jadhao | Published On : 18 Jan 2024

Nuclear power provides a clean, reliable and affordable source of energy to millions of homes and businesses worldwide. Nuclear power plants generate electricity through the radiation and heat produced during nuclear fission or the splitting of uranium atoms in a contained space. These plants produce virtually no greenhouse gases and have the capacity to provide huge amounts of energy with an adequate supply of uranium fuel. Nuclear power currently avoids over 2 billion tons of carbon emissions annually. The global nuclear power market is estimated to be valued at US$56 billion in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.3% over the forecast period 2023-2031, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.

Market key trends:

One of the major trends driving growth in the nuclear power market is the increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions. With rising environmental concerns due to climate change, many countries are investing heavily in nuclear power as a clean, low-carbon energy alternative. Nuclear energy produces no direct emissions and can help nations transition away from high-emission fossil fuels towards sustainable energy sources. Countries around the world have announced plans to invest in new nuclear reactors to meet their commitments under the Paris Agreement and reduce dependence on coal and natural gas. For instance, the UK recently announced plans to build 8 new reactors by 2030. China and India also have ambitious nuclear programs to meet rising energy demands through sustainable means. Therefore, the emphasis on clean energy transition globally is expected to boost adoption of nuclear power over the coming years.

Porter's Analysis
Threat of new entrants: The nuclear power market requires huge capital investments and involves strict regulatory compliance which acts as a major entry barrier for new companies.
Bargaining power of buyers: Countries rely heavily on nuclear energy for electricity generation so their bargaining power is relatively low.
Bargaining power of suppliers: A few companies dominate the nuclear power equipment supply chain globally so they wield significant influence over buyers.
Threat of new substitutes: Alternate sources of clean energy like solar and wind power pose a potential threat, though nuclear is a dispatchable source.
Competitive rivalry: The nuclear power market remains an oligopoly with a few large players competing on technology innovation, operational efficiency and after-sales service.

Key Takeaways
The Global Nuclear Power Market Share is expected to witness high growth over the forecast period driven by expanding energy demand and climate change initiatives.

Regional analysis comprises - Asia Pacific dominates the global nuclear power generation led by China, India and South Korea. China currently has the world's third-largest nuclear power capacity after USA and France and is aggressively expanding its nuclear fleet to meet emission reduction targets.

Key players operating in the nuclear power market are GE Hitachi, Rosatom, Westinghouse Electric Company, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, and China National Nuclear Corporation. GE Hitachi and Westinghouse Electric Company are major suppliers of nuclear reactors and turbines globally while Rosatom, CNNC and KHNP have a large domestic market presence in Russia, China and South Korea respectively.

For more details on the report, Read- https://www.ukwebwire.com/nuclear-power-market-trends-size-and-share-analysis-2/