Russia’s floating nuclear power plant starts generating electricity

The Academic Luminosov, a floating power plant, was connected to the grid in Pevek, Russia. It embarked on a journey from Murmansk, towed by tugboats, and arrived on September 14th. Designed by Rosa Tom, the vessel is 144 meters long and 30 meters wide, equipped with two 35 MW reactor systems. These reactors produce steam for turbines to generate electricity. The plant can power cities and offshore platforms, supporting up to 100,000 inhabitants.

Where did the Academic Luminosov power plant first produce power?

• Murmansk

• Pevek

• Moscow

• St. Petersburg

How was the Academic Luminosov transported to Pevek?

• By road

• By a fleet of tugboats

• By air

• By rail

Which company designed the floating power plant?

• Gazprom

• Lukoil

• Rosatom

• Novatek

What is the length of the Academic Luminosov vessel?

• 100 meters

• 120 meters

• 160 meters

• 144 meters

What is the total capacity of the reactor systems on the vessel?

• 100 MW

• 35 MW

• 140 MW

• 70 MW