POLITICO Energy How US nuclear power is getting a presidential push
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May 28, 2025 The discussion highlights President Trump's recent executive orders aimed at boosting the U.S. nuclear industry. Key initiatives focus on strengthening supply chains and expediting reactor approvals. Bipartisan support for nuclear power is emphasized, stressing its reliability and zero-carbon potential. However, challenges like high construction costs and foreign dependencies remain. The reactions within the industry reveal a divide between those hopeful for growth and skeptics concerned about safety and regulatory changes.
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Trump's Nuclear Power Push
- President Trump signed four executive orders to boost the U.S. nuclear power industry, focusing on supply chain, regulatory reform, and national security.
- The orders aim to speed up reactor licensing, expand fuel supply domestically, and integrate nuclear into defense strategy.
Bipartisan Support and Challenges
- Nuclear power gains bipartisan support for its carbon-free, 24-7 dispatchable capability amid rising energy demand.
- Challenges remain high costs, supply chain dependence on Russia and China, and slow licensing processes.
Safety Concerns on NRC Reforms
- Critics worry that streamlining NRC licensing may risk safety, raising concerns over nuclear accident impacts.
- Some fear reforms could cut regulatory corners despite the push for faster nuclear deployment.