Renewable Energy

Aug72023

Visual Primer: Georgia’s New Nuclear Reactor Signifies Broad Implications for U.S. Energy Industry

August 7, 2023

The completion of a new reactor at Georgia’s Plant Vogtle is viewed as a significant milestone for the U.S. nuclear industry despite massive cost overruns and years of delays. The lessons learned are expected to inform best practices for new projects even as a host of advanced technologies ranging from small modular reactors to microreactors are being developed. The development comes at a time when focus on decarbonization and energy security has elevated the importance of nuclear power as a critical technology to achieve national and state goals.

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May292023

Visual Primer: Massive Subsidies Support Advanced Reactor Design While Protecting Traditional Nuclear Plants

May 29, 2023

Policy developments around nuclear energy continue to evolve driven by new reactor technologies and the need for carbon-free power to support clean energy goals. Nuclear operators can have their yellowcake and eat it too as massive federal and state subsidies protect traditional nuclear power plants while underwriting the development of advanced reactors.

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Mar132023

Visual Primer: Intensifying Climate Push Signals Greater Role for Nuclear Power

March 13, 2023

The focus on decarbonization and energy security has elevated the importance of nuclear power as a critical technology to achieve national and state goals. Recent actions include the second award cycle of a $6 billion federal program established to maintain the existing reactor fleet and proposals to explore the feasibility of deploying advanced nuclear technologies.

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Nov282022

Visual Primer: U.S. Advances Initiatives to Increase Competitiveness of Nuclear Power

November 28, 2022

Efforts to preserve and expand the U.S. nuclear fleet are figuring more prominently across the U.S., spurred by the growing demand for emission-free energy. In particular, policy actions and initiatives are geared towards making nuclear power more competitive.

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