Global nuclear capacity projected to grow 44% by 2036, led by China (legrandcontinent.eu)

• Global nuclear capacity to increase 44% by 2036.
• China leads construction with 59 GW, set to surpass US.
• Small modular reactors gain traction; EU plans deployment by early 2030s.

"A BloombergNEF report published July 8, 2026 forecasts global nuclear capacity will increase by 44% from 372 GW in 2025 to 535 GW in 2036. China, with 59 GW under construction, is expected to surpass the United States as the largest nuclear power. The revival follows a post-Fukushima slowdown, driven by rising electricity demand, decarbonization goals, and data center growth. Small modular reactors (SMRs) are attracting investment, especially from tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google."