Proposed Kazakh nuclear power referendum
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A referendum on the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan in near future had been proposed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in September 2023, responding to the nation's need to develop nuclear power using the world's largest uranium production.[1][2] This initiative aimed to reduce fossil fuel reliance, curb greenhouse gas emissions, and bolster national electricity generation in light of frequent power outages in recent years.[3][4][5] The idea of holding a referendum was first raised in 2019 by Tokayev, which emerged amidst public controversy stemming from Kazakhstan's history of environmental and public health issues due to Soviet nuclear weapon testing at the Semipalatinsk Test Site, as well as concerns about Russia's potential involvement in nuclear power development.[6] The Kazakh government engaged in public deliberations regarding the proposed construction of the Ülken Nuclear Power Plant, emphasizing careful consideration over haste in making their decision.[7]
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- ^ "Kazakhstan to hold referendum on nuclear plant construction". Nikkei Asia. 2023-09-01. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ "Kazakhstan to hold referendum on first nuclear plant". www.euractiv.com. 2023-09-01. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ Satubaldina, Assel (2023-09-01). "Kazakhstan to Hold Referendum on Nuclear Power Plant Construction". The Astana Times. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ Konurbaeva, Aigerim (2022-01-27). "Blackout in Central Asia. Countries Need to Expand Power Capacity". CABAR.asia. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ "Kazakhstan dispatch: President Tokayev announces nuclear power plant proposal will be decided in a national referendum". JURIST. 2023-09-05. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ Kozhanova, Nazira (2021-10-01). "Nuclear Energy in Kazakhstan? The Problem of Accountability". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ Abbasova, Vusala (2021-09-05). "President Tokayev Says Kazakhstan Needs Nuclear Power Plant". caspiannews.com. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
