Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Enhances Safety Measures Amid Rising Summer Energy Demand

As the summer power supply measures take effect, Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) has conducted a comprehensive review of its nuclear power plant safety operations. With anticipated increases in electricity demand due to heatwaves and the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) industries, the company is reinforcing its emergency response systems to ensure stable power supply.

On June 29, KHNP held a meeting on nuclear safety operations in preparation for summer power supply, chaired by President Kim Hoe-cheon and attended by heads of nuclear power plants nationwide. The meeting focused on assessing the readiness of facilities against summer natural disasters such as heatwaves and typhoons, as well as reviewing the emergency response protocols at each plant.

During the meeting, participants examined the integrity of key equipment and the effectiveness of emergency response systems to ensure they function smoothly in real situations. They also shared strategies for maintaining stable nuclear operations.

KHNP is committed to enhancing safety management at its nuclear plants to prevent any disruptions in summer power supply.

After the meeting, President Kim visited the Wolseong Nuclear Power Plant for an on-site inspection. He urged staff to be thoroughly prepared for predictable natural disasters, including heatwaves and typhoons, as well as various emergency situations. He also encouraged employees working under the sweltering heat to continue their efforts in operating the facilities.

Kim Hoe-cheon stated, "With ongoing volatility in the global energy market and increasing electricity demand driven by the growth of the AI industry, coupled with expected heatwaves this summer, the importance of stable power supply has never been greater. We will do our utmost to ensure a reliable power supply that the public can trust through rigorous nuclear safety operations."