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Russia and China Plan Lunar Nuclear Power Plant by 2036

12/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities (Roscosmos) plans to build a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2036 to support lunar missions.
The project envisions a joint lunar research station with China, with the Lavochkin Association as a development partner.
The plan is a significant step toward a permanent lunar research base and broader international collaboration in space exploration.

History

Historical Context

The Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969, marked humanity's first moon landing, fulfilling President John F. Kennedy's 1961 challenge. Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin planted the U.S. flag, showcasing American technological prowess amid the Space Race. This achievement paved the way for future international collaborations, such as the International Space Station, and renewed interest in lunar exploration, exemplified by current plans for a lunar nuclear power plant.

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Story summary

Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities (Roscosmos) plans to build a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2036 to support lunar missions.
The project envisions a joint lunar research station with China, with the Lavochkin Association as a development partner.
The plan is a significant step toward a permanent lunar research base and broader international collaboration in space exploration.

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