free electricity a year, tantamount to the annual electricity consumption of 5 million Chinese users... The use of this operating experience was a crucial factor in successfully completing the initial phases of the Taishan 1 construction project... tantamount to the power consumed by 5 million Chinese users The plant will prevent the emission of around 21 million tons of CO2 a year More than 200 French engineers were involved throughout the project' s duration More than 15 000 workers were mobilised during the busiest periods of the construction phase Nearly 800 people will be required to operate both reactors Nearly 40 French companies were involved in the construction of the reactor The site covers a surface area of 400 hectares This press release is certified.