The Kola NPP has accumulated 500 billion kWh of generated electricity since its launch. The plant, located beyond the Arctic Circle, crossed this milestone on October 12, 2026, at 02:20 Moscow time. According to Rosenergoatom, this volume would be enough to supply electricity to the entire Northwest of Russia for five years.
The plant has been operating since 1973 and remains one of the key sources of electricity for the Murmansk region. It accounts for more than 60% of regional generation. Over decades of operation, the Kola NPP has become an important part of the energy supply for the Arctic region, where the reliability of the energy system is of particular importance for industry and infrastructure.
Currently, the plant operates four power units with VVER-440 reactors. Their total installed electrical capacity is 1760 MW. The first unit was launched in June 1973, and the fourth in October 1984.
The next stage in the development of nuclear energy in the region is associated with the Kola NPP-2 project. In the summer of 2026, preparations for its construction began. According to previously published plans by Rosatom, the project envisages two power units, each with a capacity of 600 MW. The new plant is intended to support the energy supply of the Murmansk region as existing capacities age.
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