The Argentine government has announced a private initiative to construct a new nuclear power plant in the country, backed by US capital.
The project, led by Meitner Energy in partnership with the Ansari Group and with participation from the state-owned nuclear technology firm Invap, proposes building a 300 MWe modular reactor at the Atucha site.
2 billion. This development marks a significant pivot in Argentina's energy strategy, moving toward private international partnerships for critical infrastructure.
The total investment is estimated at USD 1.2 billion.
This development marks a significant pivot in Argentina's energy strategy, moving toward private international partnerships for critical infrastructure.
The involvement of Meitner Energy, a US-based developer of small modular reactors (SMRs), suggests an attempt to modernize the nation's nuclear fleet with advanced technology.
The project is expected to be eligible for the Súper RIGI (Super Regime for Investment Incentives), a framework designed to attract foreign direct investment by offering tax and regulatory benefits.