El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant
Egypt's first step towards sustainable nuclear energy
The Plant
Egypt's First Nuclear Power Plant
Located in El-Dabaa, Matrouh Governorate on Egypt's Mediterranean coast, the plant is a cornerstone of Egypt's plan to diversify its energy sources and meet growing demand for electricity.
Key Facts
- 4 reactors of the VVER-1200 type (Generation III+)
- 4,800 MW total capacity
- Built in partnership with Russia's ROSATOM
- Construction of the first unit began in July 2022
4
Reactors
4,800
MW Total Capacity
The School & the Plant
Built to Power the Plant
ATSNEE was established to prepare the future scientists and engineers the El-Dabaa plant needs to operate safely and efficiently.
- Internships with the Nuclear Power Plants Authority
- Direct employment opportunities for graduates
- Training on the safety standards of the nuclear industry
