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Nuclear Economics and Innovations
This chapter provides an in-depth analysis of the costs and timelines associated with various baseload power generation methods, with a special focus on coal, gas, and nuclear plants. It highlights the advantages and drawbacks of traditional nuclear reactors compared to emerging technologies such as small modular and thorium breeder reactors. The discussion also evaluates the complexities of nuclear waste management, reprocessing, and the historical regulatory landscape impacting the future of nuclear energy.