Dungeness A
Dungeness A is a decommissioned nuclear power station located on the Dungeness headland in Kent, England. It was commissioned in 1965 and operated until 2006, generating electricity using Magnox reactor technology. The facility was one of the first commercial nuclear power plants in the UK and played a significant role in the country's energy production during its operational years.
After its closure, Dungeness A entered a lengthy decommissioning process, which involves safely dismantling the plant and managing radioactive materials. The site is now monitored and maintained, with plans for eventual restoration of the surrounding environment, contributing to the ongoing discussions about nuclear energy and its impact on sustainability.