Techno-economics of nuclear heat integration. Techno-economics of nuclear heat integration: Martin Krýcha, ČEZ

Can nuclear power do more than generate electricity? Yes—and it could transform district heating?

In this talk, Martin Krýcha presents real-world cases from the Czech Republic, showing how surplus heat from nuclear power plants can be used to supply cities with reliable, low-carbon district heating.

The presentation walks through concrete projects—from small-scale pipelines to large commercial systems—highlighting how nuclear heat can be transported over long distances with minimal losses and integrated into existing energy infrastructure.

You’ll gain insight into both the technical setup and the key economic drivers: how utilities balance heat sales against reduced electricity output, and what it takes to make these projects financially viable.

Takeaway: Nuclear heat integration is no longer theoretical—it’s operational, scalable, and a serious option for decarbonising urban heating systems