Hitachi Purchases Horizon Nuclear Power

The video discusses the transition of nuclear energy projects in the UK, initially planned by Eon and RWE, which were later taken over by Hitachi after the former companies withdrew. Hitachi's involvement includes a significant investment and plans to build two nuclear reactors, creating thousands of jobs. The video also touches on the global shift in nuclear energy policies following the Fukushima disaster, with the UK maintaining its commitment to nuclear energy as a future power source.

Which companies initially planned to build nuclear reactors in the UK before withdrawing?

• Siemens and GE

• Hitachi and Toshiba

• Eon and RWE

• EDF and Areva

What was one of the reasons for the decision to sell the nuclear projects?

• Economic factors

• Environmental protests

• Lack of government support

• Technological challenges

Which event influenced some countries to reconsider their nuclear energy policies?

• Fukushima meltdown

• Three Mile Island accident

• Windscale fire

• Chernobyl disaster

What is one of the benefits Hitachi expects from the Horizon Project?

• Creation of 12,000 jobs

• Development of new nuclear technology

• Increased exports to Asia

• Reduction in carbon emissions

How many homes is the new power station expected to supply with power?

• 10 million

• 12 million

• 14 million

• 16 million