The head of the Bushehr nuclear power plant announced the completion of the fuel load and completion of the plant preparations for the operational startup, saying “we are ready to start electricity production from the month (from June 22nd in Iran) (from June 22nd).”
According to Mehr’s news agency, Reza Banazadeh said in a press conference that energy production at nuclear power plants is a very important national need that must be given special priority.
“The preparation stage for the Bushehr nuclear power plant has been completed and the plant is ready to enter the reoperation phase. According to the Ministry of Energy’s schedule and requirements, the power generation will begin.”
Banazadeh also spoke about the water supply plan at the Bushehr nuclear power plant, saying, “The completion and operation of the 75,000 cubic meter desalination unit of the plant will play an important role in providing drinking water to locals.”
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