Nuclear Power Market by Plant Lifecycle Stage (EPC, Decommissioning, Operation & Maintenance), Type (Nuclear Power Plant, SMR), Application (Power Generation, Desalination, Industrial), Connectivity, Capacity, and Region - Global Forecast to 2029
The nuclear power market is forecasted to reach USD 44.71 billion by 2029 from an estimated USD 38.84 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 2.9% during the forecast period. The rising demand for clean energy is significantly driving the nuclear power market, as countries increasingly recognize nuclear energy's potential to address both energy security and climate change challenges. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), global projections for nuclear energy capacity have been revised upward, anticipating a 25% increase by 2050. Nuclear power plays a crucial role in enhancing energy security and reliability, providing a stable and low-emission source of electricity that is essential for modern economies. As a baseload power source, nuclear plants operate continuously, ensuring that they can supply energy day and night, regardless of weather conditions. This reliability is underscored by nuclear power's high-capacity factor, which averages over 92%, significantly surpassing that of fossil fuels and renewable sources like wind and solar.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2020-2029
Base Year
2023
Forecast Period
2024-2029
Units Considered
Value (USD Million/Billion)
Segments
Nuclear Power Market by type, capacity, connectivity, plant lifecycle stages, capacity application, and region
Regions covered
Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa
"SMR segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period."
SMRs are manufactured in factories and erected on-site, which significantly reduces both the time and cost of construction. Modular production enables the quality control of enormous scales and does not suffer from delays. The flexibility of deployment is enhanced because additional reactors can be installed incrementally as the need arises, thus permitting much faster expansion and integration into the grid. More importantly, SMRs are loaded with enhanced safety features, and one of them is the passive safety component that does not rely on the need for human intervention or external power sources. These features make reactors more accident-resistant or resilient to malfunctions that could lead to a failure type known as meltdown, which precisely is a catastrophic type of failure. This kind of safety feature accelerates its adoption by both public and regulatory support.
"Off-grid segment is expected to emerge as the fastest segment by connectivity."
The off-grid segment will be driven by the need for energy access in remote and undeveloped areas, growth in the uptake of renewable energy systems, and advancements in energy storage. Increasing reliance on decentralized power solutions for disaster recovery, rural electrification, and achieving sustainable development goals propel demand further. Other key applications include off-grid systems which find interest in greenhouse gas emissions reduction and energy security improvement.
"Americas to grow at the highest CAGR in the nuclear power market."
In the Americas region, the United States, Canada, and Argentina are driven by advancing investments in clean energy, advanced nuclear technologies, and integrating renewable energy. Investing in nuclear plant upgrades, targeted policies towards net-zero emissions support the US and Canada. Energy security and diversification efforts combined with government-backed initiatives play a significant role in supporting growth in Argentina.
Increased electricity demand, decarbonization policies, and an increase in energy resilience make the region's market attractive. Progresses in small modular reactors, as well as cross-border cooperation on energy, will also supplement the growth of nuclear power and renewable energy in this region.
In-depth interviews have been conducted with various key industry participants, subject-matter experts, C-level executives of key market players, and industry consultants, among other experts, to obtain and verify critical qualitative and quantitative information, as well as to assess future market prospects. The distribution of primary interviews is as follows:
By Company Type: Tier 1- 65%, Tier 2- 24%, and Tier 3- 11%
By Designation: C-Level- 30%, Managers- 25%, and Others- 45%
By Region: Americas- 27%, Europe- 20%, Asia Pacific- 33%, and the Middle East & Africa- 20%
Note: Others include product engineers, product specialists, and engineering leads.
Note: The tiers of the companies are defined based on their total revenues as of 2023. Tier 1: > USD 1 billion, Tier 2: From USD 500 million to USD 1 billion, and Tier 3: < USD 500 million
The State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM (Russia), EDF (France), MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD. (Japan), AtkinsRealis (Canada), Westinghouse Electric Company LLC. (US), Rolls-Royce plc (UK), NuScale Power, LLC. (US), China National Nuclear Corporation (China), Holtec International (US), and ULTRA SAFE NUCLEAR (US) are some of the key players in the nuclear power market. The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the nuclear power market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage:
The report defines, describes, and forecasts the nuclear power market by type (Nuclear power plant and Small modular reactor), by connectivity (Off-grid and Grid-connected) by Application (Power Generation, Desalination, and Industrial), by capacity (Small, Medium and Large) and by region (Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa). The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the nuclear power market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, solutions, and services; key strategies; Contracts, partnerships, agreements. new product & service launches, mergers and acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the nuclear power market. Competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the nuclear power market ecosystem is covered in this report.
Key Benefits of Buying the Report
Analysis of key drivers (Escalating Demand For Clean Energy, Increasing Nuclear Power Projects, Surging adoption of SMR technology), restraints (Requirement For High Initial Investment, Nuclear Waste Management Concerns), opportunities (Significant focus on modernizing energy infrastructure, Strengthening global partnerships to advance nuclear power), and challenges (Complex decommissioning process and high cost of modification, Risks associated with nuclear proliferation, Safety issues in nuclear power plants) influences the growth of the nuclear power market.
Product Development/ Innovation: The developments such as the SMRs (Small Modular Reactor). SMRs are a huge innovation in the nuclear industry, envisioned to be much smaller, flexible, and scalable than the traditional reactor. They can be constructed in factories and brought to the site of installation, hence much quicker construction and reducing costs. This is prudent for places with lower energy demand or even distant regions, risking less financially but equipped with better safety features.
Market Development: in September 2024, EDF (France) launched a Flamanville 3 reactor, marking the start of its first nuclear reaction. After months of testing, the reactor will generate a low-power stable nuclear reaction at 0.2% capacity, with plans to gradually increase power. Once it reaches 25%, the reactor will be connected to the electricity grid by autumn 2024, followed by further testing and power ramp-up.
Market Diversification: In June 2023, Ontario Power Generation Inc. (Canada) and Bruce Power (Canada) collaborated to complete their respective refurbishment and major component replacement (MCR) projects. The Darlington Nuclear Refurbishment Project (DNRP) and the Bruce Power MCR Project are multi-year, multi-phase mega-projects that will provide the Province of Ontario with low-cost, carbon-free, and reliable electricity for 30 years and beyond.
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like The State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM (Russia), EDF (France), MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD. (Japan), AtkinsRealis (Canada), Westinghouse Electric Company LLC. (US), Rolls-Royce plc (UK), NuScale Power, LLC. (US), China National Nuclear Corporation (China), Holtec International (US), ULTRA SAFE NUCLEAR (US), and Seaborg Technologies (Denmark) among others in the nuclear power market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3.2 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.5 UNITS CONSIDERED
1.6 LIMITATIONS
1.7 STAKEHOLDERS
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.2 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY RESEARCH
2.2.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.2.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.2.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.2.2.1 Key industry insights
2.2.2.2 Breakdown of primaries
2.3 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.3.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.3.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.3.3 DEMAND-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.3.3.1 Demand-side metrics
2.3.3.2 Assumptions for demand-side analysis
2.3.3.3 Calculations for demand-side analysis
2.3.4 SUPPLY-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.3.4.1 Calculations for supply-side analysis
2.3.4.2 Assumptions for supply-side analysis
2.4 MARKET BREAKDOWN AND DATA TRIANGULATION
2.5 FORECAST
2.6 RISK ANALYSIS
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN NUCLEAR POWER MARKET
4.2 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY REGION
4.3 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY TYPE
4.4 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY CONNECTIVITY
4.5 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.6 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY PLANT LIFECYCLE STAGE
4.7 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY CAPACITY
4.8 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY CONNECTIVITY AND COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Escalating demand for clean energy
5.2.1.2 Increasing nuclear power projects
5.2.1.3 Surging adoption of SMR technology
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Requirement for high initial investment
5.2.2.2 Nuclear waste management concerns
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Significant focus on modernizing energy infrastructure
5.2.3.2 Strengthening global partnerships to advance nuclear power
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Complex decommissioning process and high cost of modification
5.2.4.2 Risks associated with nuclear proliferation
5.2.4.3 Safety issues in nuclear power plants
5.3 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
5.4 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
5.5 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
5.6 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
5.6.1 QINSHAN NUCLEAR PLANT TACKLES NUCLEAR ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES THROUGH SAFETY AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
5.6.2 OSGE ADVANCES POLAND'S ENERGY TRANSITION WITH SMALL MODULAR REACTORS
5.6.3 POLAND HAS ADOPTED THE WESTINGHOUSE AP1,000 REACTOR TO IMPROVE ITS ENERGY SECURITY AND SUPPORT DECARBONIZATION EFFORTS
5.7 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
5.8 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
5.8.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
5.8.1.1 Power reactor technology
5.8.1.2 Pressurized water reactors
5.8.1.3 Pressurized heavy water reactors
5.8.1.4 Boiling water reactors
5.8.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
5.8.2.1 Generation IV nuclear technology
5.8.2.2 High-temperature reactors
5.8.2.3 Molten salt reactors
5.8.2.4 Sodium-cooled fast reactors
5.8.2.5 Supercritical water-cooled reactors
5.8.2.6 Gas-cooled reactors
5.8.2.7 Lead-cooled fast reactors
5.8.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
5.8.3.1 Energy storage technologies
5.9 INVESTMENTS FROM DATA CENTERS/AI COMPANIES IN NUCLEAR ENERGY
5.10 PATENT ANALYSIS
5.11 TRADE ANALYSIS
5.11.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 8401)
5.11.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 8401)
5.12 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2024-2025
5.13 PRICING ANALYSIS
5.13.1 INDICATIVE PRICING OF NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS, BY TYPE, 2023
5.13.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS, BY REGION, 2019-2023
5.14 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
5.14.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
5.14.2 STANDARDS
5.15 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.15.1 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.15.2 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.15.3 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.15.4 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.15.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.16 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.16.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.16.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.17 GLOBAL MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
5.17.1 GDP GROWTH
5.17.2 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT EXPENDITURE
5.17.3 INVESTMENTS IN NUCLEAR POWER TECHNOLOGY
5.18 IMPACT OF GENERATIVE AI/AI ON NUCLEAR POWER MARKET
5.18.1 INTRODUCTION
5.18.2 ADOPTION OF GENERATIVE AI/AI APPLICATIONS IN NUCLEAR POWER MARKET
5.18.3 IMPACT OF GENERATIVE AI/AI ON APPLICATIONS, BY REGION
5.18.4 IMPACT OF AI IN NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY REGION
5.19 LIST OF KEY NUCLEAR POWER PLANT PROJECTS, BY REGION
5.19.1 MAJOR OPERATIONAL PROJECTS
5.19.2 IMPORTANT UPCOMING PROJECTS
5.19.3 KEY DECOMMISSIONING PROJECTS
6 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY TYPE
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS
6.2.1 PRESSURIZED WATER REACTOR (PWR)
6.2.1.1 Reliable, safe, and efficient properties of PWRs to spike demand
6.2.2 PRESSURIZED HEAVY WATER REACTOR (PHWR)
6.2.2.1 Excellence in carrying out safer operations under high temperatures and pressures to boost demand
6.2.3 BOILING WATER REACTORS (BWR)
6.2.3.1 Wide global usage due to its efficiency and straightforward design to drive market
6.2.4 OTHER NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS
6.3 SMALL MODULAR REACTORS
6.3.1 HEAVY WATER REACTORS
6.3.1.1 Increased emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to boost demand
6.3.2 LIGHT WATER REACTORS
6.3.2.1 Pressurized water reactors
6.3.2.1.1 Increasing global energy needs to drive adoption
6.3.2.2 Boiling water reactors
6.3.2.2.1 Simple and compact design to efficiently generate electricity to fuel market growth
6.3.3 HIGH-TEMPERATURE REACTORS
6.3.3.1 Increasing use in various industrial applications to boost segmental growth
6.3.4 FAST NEUTRON REACTORS
6.3.4.1 High efficiency in fuel use and power densities to drive segmental growth
6.3.4.2 Lead-cooled reactors
6.3.4.3 Lead-bismuth reactors
6.3.4.4 Sodium-cooled reactors
6.3.5 MOLTEN SALT REACTORS
6.3.5.1 High efficiency and low waste generation to augment market growth
7 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY PLANT LIFECYCLE STAGE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 EPC
7.2.1 TYPE
7.2.1.1 New build
7.2.1.1.1 Adherence to regulatory standards, and integration of advanced safety measures to fuel demand
7.2.1.2 Refurbishment & modernization
7.2.1.2.1 Modernization and extended plant life to boost demand
7.2.2 EQUIPMENT TYPE
7.2.2.1 Nuclear island
7.2.2.1.1 Reactor pressure vessel
7.2.2.1.1.1 Durable reactor pressure vessels design and enhanced safety and longevity to foster market growth
7.2.2.1.2 Steam generator
7.2.2.1.2.1 Reliability, safety, and long-term nuclear power production to augment market growth
7.2.2.1.3 Control rod device mechanism
7.2.2.1.3.1 Safe, stable, and responsive nuclear reactor operation to propel market growth
7.2.2.1.4 Other nuclear islands
7.2.2.2 Conventional (turbine) island
7.2.2.2.1 Turbine
7.2.2.2.1.1 Ability to maximize energy output and efficiency and reduce operational costs to spike demand
7.2.2.2.2 Generator
7.2.2.2.2.1 Potential to extend operational lifespan and reduce operational costs to increase demand
7.2.2.2.3 Instrumentation and control systems
7.2.2.2.3.1 Capability to enhance plants efficiency and ensure safe operations to boost demand
7.2.2.2.4 Other conventional islands
7.2.2.3 Balance of plant
7.2.2.3.1 Efficient power distribution through switchyard and transformer to propel market growth
7.3 MAINTENANCE & OPERATION SERVICES
7.3.1 EFFICIENCY, SAFETY, AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE TO DRIVE MARKET
7.4 DECOMMISSIONING
7.4.1 SAFE SHUTDOWN, DISMANTLING, AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OF FACILITIES TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
8 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY CONNECTIVITY
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 OFF-GRID
8.2.1 RISING DEMAND FOR CLEAN, RELIABLE POWER IN REMOTE AREAS TO ACCELERATE MARKET GROWTH
8.3 GRID-CONNECTED
8.3.1 LOW-CARBON ENERGY, SUPPORTING ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY, TO DRIVE MARKET
9 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY CAPACITY
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 SMALL (LESS THAN 500 MW)
9.2.1 GROWING DECARBONIZATION EFFORTS AND ENERGY SECURITY NEED TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
9.3 MEDIUM (500-1,000 MW)
9.3.1 GROWING INTEREST IN NUCLEAR ENERGY AS CLEANER ALTERNATIVE TO SUPPORT MARKET GROWTH
9.4 LARGE (ABOVE 1,000)
9.4.1 INCREASING GLOBAL ELECTRICITY CONSUMPTION AND BASELOAD POWER REQUIREMENTS TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
10 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY APPLICATION
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 POWER GENERATION
10.2.1 ADVANCEMENTS IN NUCLEAR REACTOR TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT MARKET GROWTH
10.3 DESALINATION
10.3.1 WATER SCARCITY WITH FUSION OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY TO AUGMENT MARKET GROWTH
10.4 INDUSTRIAL
10.4.1 GROWING DEMAND FOR CLEAN ENERGY SOURCES TO PROPEL MARKET
11 NUCLEAR POWER MARKET, BY REGION
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 ASIA PACIFIC
11.2.1 CHINA
11.2.1.1 Pressing need to maintain stable energy mix to fuel requirement
11.2.2 JAPAN
11.2.2.1 Growing focus on SMRs, seismic safety, and public support to drive market
11.2.3 INDIA
11.2.3.1 Government-led initiatives, decarbonization, and energy security to accelerate market growth
11.2.4 SOUTH KOREA
11.2.4.1 SMR development and strong nuclear infrastructure to boost demand
11.2.5 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
11.3 EUROPE
11.3.1 RUSSIA
11.3.1.1 Technological advancements, energy security, stability, and self-sufficiency to fuel market growth
11.3.2 FRANCE
11.3.2.1 Rising focus on sustainable financing and technology development for exports to propel market
11.3.3 UK
11.3.3.1 Advancements in nuclear power to boost energy security and reduce emissions to foster market growth
11.3.4 REST OF EUROPE
11.4 AMERICAS
11.4.1 US
11.4.1.1 Growing incorporation of renewable energy sources to support market growth
11.4.2 CANADA
11.4.2.1 Rising focus on achieving clean energy goals to accelerate demand
11.4.3 ARGENTINA
11.4.3.1 Reliable nuclear energy framework and future innovations to foster market growth
11.5 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
11.5.1 GCC COUNTRIES
11.5.1.1 UAE
11.5.1.1.1 Government-led initiatives and support in energy sector to foster market growth
11.5.1.2 Saudi Arabia
11.5.1.2.1 Strong commitment to sustainable national development to spike demand
11.5.2 SOUTH AFRICA
11.5.2.1 Strong commitment to nuclear energy as a stable and sustainable power source to drive market
11.5.3 REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
12 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN, 2020-2024
12.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2019-2023
12.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
12.5 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS, 2024
12.6 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON
12.7 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
12.7.1 STARS
12.7.2 EMERGING LEADERS
12.7.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
12.7.4 PARTICIPANTS
12.7.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
12.7.5.1 Company footprint
12.7.5.2 Region footprint
12.7.5.3 Type footprint
12.7.5.4 Connectivity footprint
12.7.5.5 Application footprint
12.7.5.6 Plant lifecycle stage footprint
12.7.5.7 Capacity footprint
12.8 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023