(Korovoslavskiy Atomnaya Energeticheskiy Kompleks — KAЭK)
The Korovoslavia Nuclear Power Complex (KNPC) is the principal hub of nuclear energy generation and research within the Socialist Republic of Korovoslavia. Located near the industrial city of Novkarin, it was constructed between 1963 and 1971 as part of the Fourth Five-Year Industrial Modernization Plan, under the direction of the Ministry of Energy and Technological Advancement (META).
The facility provides more than 42% of the national power supply, sustaining both civilian industries and strategic defense systems. Beyond energy production, the plant serves as a center for nuclear research, radiological medicine, and materials testing placing Korovoslavia among the foremost scientific powers in the region.
The complex consists of three main reactor units, a research annex, and an auxiliary defense and monitoring perimeter.
| Division | Function |
|---|---|
| Reactor Unit I – “Rodin” | Original graphite-moderated reactor built in 1965. Primarily responsible for baseline energy output to the Central Industrial Grid. |
| Reactor Unit II – “Prometey” | High-efficiency pressurized water reactor constructed in 1974. Used for stable urban energy supply and isotope production. |
| Reactor Unit III – “Zarya” | Experimental fast-breeder reactor operating under limited capacity since 1992. Designed for advanced energy research and fuel regeneration. |
| Research Annex | Conducts studies in radiation shielding, atomic metallurgy, and reactor safety simulations. |
| Security & Control Sector | Houses the KNIB liaison office and rapid-response containment units. |
The KNPC operates under direct state control, reporting jointly to:
The plant’s personnel include over 3,000 state engineers, scientists, and security specialists, each sworn under the Oath of Technological Duty a code emphasizing loyalty, precision, and secrecy.
Korovoslavia maintains one of the strictest nuclear safety doctrines in the region. The National Radiation Control Authority (NRCA) conducts quarterly audits, and automated systems within the plant provide triple-redundant failsafes and sealed-core pressure stabilization.
Public drills in nearby municipalities are held annually under the Korovoslavia Emergency Response Authority (KERA), ensuring readiness in the unlikely event of containment breach or radiological incident.
The complex is home to the Korovoslavian Institute for Nuclear Science (KINS), collaborating with the State Academy of Engineering Sciences on several key initiatives:
These programs aim to achieve full national energy independence by the end of the current decade.
The KNPC stands as a symbol of scientific progress and national self-reliance. Its emblem an atom encircled by a red cog appears on postage stamps, murals, and educational posters promoting technological literacy.
Each year, on Energy Workers’ Day (June 28), the facility opens selected areas to workers’ delegations and students, reaffirming the Republic’s commitment to “Power through Knowledge, Progress through Discipline.”
The plant continues to operate at 96% capacity efficiency, exporting surplus energy to allied states through the Union Energy Exchange Treaty. It remains a cornerstone of Korovoslavia’s industrial power and a testament to its enduring scientific resilience.