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WSJ’s The Future of Everything
A Nuclear Power Plant in Your Backyard? Future Reactors Are Going Small
Nov 22, 2023
26:40
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NuScale Power and Bill Gates’ TerraPower are developing small modular reactors that promise to be more adaptable than conventional nuclear power plants. The podcast explores the potential of small modular reactors, discussing their advantages such as easier manufacturing and lower costs. It also delves into the role of these reactors in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, replacing coal plants, and providing electricity to various industries. The podcast examines the challenges and risks associated with their use and the potential benefits for communities and the power grid.
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- Small modular reactors offer advantages like reduced construction costs and predictable scheduling.
- Small modular reactors have the potential to play a significant role in providing low-carbon electricity and contributing to a stable power grid.
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Building Small Modular Nuclear Reactors
Small modular nuclear reactors are being developed as a more cost-effective and flexible alternative to traditional large-scale plants. Companies like New Scale Power and XEnergy are designing reactors that can be manufactured in a factory and transported easily. These reactors are compact and can produce a smaller amount of electricity, but multiple modules can be combined to generate a similar output as larger plants. The smaller size allows for easier integration into various settings, including industrial plants and data centers.
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