The end of nuclear power at Chernobyl marked a pivotal moment in energy history. After the catastrophic 1986 disaster, which released massive radioactive contamination and displaced thousands, the remaining reactors continued to operate for years to supply Ukraine with electricity. However, ongoing safety concerns and the lasting impact of the accident led to the final shutdown of Reactor 3 on December 15, 2000. This closure symbolized not only the end of energy production at the site but also a

CHERNOBYL RUNNING ON BACKUP GENERATORS: The site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster has been completely cut off from Ukraine’s power grid, after Russian forces took control on the first day of the invasion. | CBS Mornings