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Russia’s Lunar Power Plant Plan

December 28 , 2025 15 hrs 0 min 12 0
  • Russia has announced plans to install a power plant on the Moon to support long-term lunar missions.
  • The project is being developed by Roscosmos, Russia’s state-owned space agency.
  • The lunar power plant is planned to become operational by the year 2036.
  • It will provide energy for lunar rovers, scientific observatories and research infrastructure.
  • The project is linked to the joint Russian–Chinese International Lunar Research Station (ILRS).
  • Rosatom and the Kurchatov Institute are involved, indicating the use of nuclear power.
  • Nuclear energy is considered suitable for the Moon due to its reliability for long-duration missions.

 

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