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flag Taiwan plans to restart two nuclear plants by 2026, pending safety reviews, after ending nuclear power in May 2025.

flag Taiwan Power Company plans to submit proposals by March 2026 to restart the Kuosheng and Maanshan nuclear plants, following a government-approved assessment deeming them feasible for revival. flag The Jinshan plant was ruled unsuitable due to aging and damage. flag Restarting the two plants requires extensive safety checks, peer reviews, and manufacturer support, with Maanshan’s process expected to take 1.5 to 2 years and Kuosheng facing longer delays due to spent fuel storage issues. flag The move follows new regulations allowing extended operation beyond decommissioning. flag Taiwan’s last nuclear reactor shut down in May 2025, leaving fossil fuels to supply about 85% of electricity.

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