Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Power player
The industry will increasingly rely on demand for maintenance from nuclear generators, as high regulations hamper domestic construction. Nuclear generation forms will continue using power uprates to boost nuclear generating capacity, increasing nuclear power production and strengthening industry demand. Nevertheless, a continued focus on construction and design in China and Europe will limit domestic growth.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Locations Chapter
In most cases, power consumption closely matches generation (from all fuel sources). While older nuclear facilities need more maintenance and upgrades, all facilities require regular maintenance.
The Southeast region is the nation's largest generator of nuclear power, representing about 32.8% of output. North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama produce the most nuclear power in the region. As a result, these states require more maintenance of nuclear infrastructure and generate a significant portion of industry demand. The substantial share held by the Southeast is largely due to the size of the population, which amounts to about 25.0% of the nation's total... purchase to read more