€9.12 billion
Contribution to Bulgaria's GDP during construction
Socio-economic benefits
Socio-economic benefits
The environmental aspects of the project for the construction of Units 7 and 8 on Site No. 2 of the Kozloduy NPP with AP1000 technology highlight its strategic importance in the context of European climate policy, national decarbonization goals and the new regulatory regime introduced through CBAM. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism turns the carbon price into a key economic parameter that reorders the competitiveness of energy technologies and positions nuclear energy among the most preferred low-carbon solutions due to its minimal carbon footprint.
very low carbon intensity
About 12 g CO₂/kWh, while coal-fired power plants emit approximately 900 g CO₂/kWh.
Preventing nearly 7.3 million tons of CO₂ annually
At an estimated carbon price of €88 per tonne of CO₂, this equates to approximately €638 million in annual avoided costs.
With the new two units, this would save over 1.28 billion euros per year. This represents a significant economic factor that will have a direct positive effect on costs in the energy sector.
In this context, nuclear power is emerging as a critical tool for replacing carbon-intensive power plants. It saves millions of tons of CO₂ per year, reduces dependence on fossil fuels, and provides highly available baseload power with virtually zero emissions costs. Valuing avoided emissions reveals significant financial potential that supports the economic viability of the project and brings substantial societal benefits – from improved air quality and reduced health costs to stabilizing electricity prices for industry and households.
The project for new capacities at the Kozloduy NPP site offers a sustainable solution for reducing the carbon footprint, adapting to climate commitments and increasing the competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy in the context of energy transition.
A new boost for the Bulgarian economy
7 000-8 000
Direct jobs (in peak construction phase)
Over 30% share
Share of Bulgarian companies in the construction of the project
€55 billion
Effect on Bulgaria's GDP during operation
7.3 million tons
Carbon emissions saved annually by a single unit
1 nuclear capacity = millions of households
A nuclear power plant with a capacity of about 1,000 MW can provide electricity for over 2 million households, with constant and predictable operation, regardless of weather conditions.
Over 90% capacity factor
Nuclear power plants operate with one of the highest capacity factors in the energy sector—over 90% annually—ensuring near-continuous power generation.
Near zero CO₂ emissions during generation
Electricity produced from nuclear power does not emit carbon dioxide during operation, making it making it one of the cleanest energy sources available.
Designed for decades to come
Modern nuclear power plants are designed to operate for 60 years or more, with the possibility of lifetime extensions subject to strict safety requirements.
Safety through independent systems
Nuclear facilities rely on a multi-layered safety approach, incorporating independent active and passive protection systems designed to prevent and mitigate any deviations.
One of the most regulated industries in the world
The nuclear energy sector is subject to stringent national and international oversight, including continuous monitoring, inspections, and licensing requirements.
