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Singapore is actively preparing for the possibility of adopting nuclear energy, with government authorities taking concrete steps to evaluate whether a nuclear power plant could be viable despite the country's small geographical size.
Dedicated teams from agencies such as the Energy Market Authority (EMA) and the National Environment Agency (NEA) have been working on nuclear energy capabilities. Since 2014, Singapore has invested more than S$150 million into building domestic nuclear research, expertise, and facilities.
In March 2026, Singapore's Energy Market Authority signed an agreement with South Korea's nuclear power company to study small modular reactors (SMRs). These compact nuclear reactors feature modern safety designs suited for smaller footprints.
Singapore's readiness will undergo international scrutiny in 2027, when experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) are scheduled to conduct an assessment across 19 areas, encompassing nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, and emergency planning.
While no final decision to construct a reactor has been made, Singapore faces pressing energy limitations. Approximately 95% of the country's electricity is generated from imported natural gas. Solar power remains heavily constrained by land scarcity, and importing renewable energy continues reliance on other nations.
The very factor that complicates nuclear deployment in Singapore—its limited landmass—is also what makes nuclear power an appealing option, given its ability to produce substantial energy output from a minimal footprint.
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