Calder Hall: Powering the Nuclear Energy Revolution
In the heart of Cumbria, England, lies Sellafield, a site of immense historical and engineering significance. One of its most iconic landmarks is Calder Hall, often referred to as the birthplace of commercial nuclear power. Calder Hall was conceived during a time when the world was beginning to recognise the potential of nuclear energy. In the aftermath of World War II, as nuclear technology rapidly developed, the UK sought to harness this newfound knowledge for peaceful purposes. The government's Atomic Energy Authority (AEA) saw an opportunity to generate electricity on a large scale using nuclear reactors Construction and Design Construction on Calder Hall began in 1953, and it was completed in just four years, a testament to the dedication and expertise of the engineers and workers…