Small modular reactor - Wikipedia
Learn about small modular reactors (SMRs), a class of small nuclear fission reactors that can be built in a factory and shipped to operational sites. Compare different SMR designs, background, challenges, and contribution to net zero emissions.
What are Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)? - International …
Sep 13, 2023 · SMRs are advanced nuclear reactors that have a power capacity of up to 300 MW (e) per unit and can be factory-assembled and transported to a location. Learn about the advantages, status and role of SMRs in the clean energy transition and sustainable development.
Small Modular Reactors: Advances in SMR Developments 2024
21 hours ago · Applicability of IAEA Safety Standards to Non-Water Cooled Reactors and Small Modular Reactors 2023 Advancing the State of the Practice in Uncertainty and Sensitivity Methodologies for Severe Accident Analysis in Water Cooled Reactors of PWR and SMR Types
NRC Certifies First U.S. Small Modular Reactor Design
Jan 20, 2023 · NuScale Power is the first company to have its small modular reactor (SMR) design certified by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The company's VOYGR SMR power plant can generate emissions-free electricity with up to 12 factory-built modules.
We were promised smaller nuclear reactors. Where are they?
Feb 8, 2023 · Small modular reactors (SMRs) could be quicker and cheaper to build than traditional nuclear plants, but they face regulatory and technical hurdles. Learn about NuScale's milestone approval,...
Advanced Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) - Department of Energy
Learn about the development and deployment of SMRs, which are small, modular, and versatile nuclear reactors that can provide power, heat, or desalination. Find out how the Department supports SMR R&D, licensing, and industry opportunities.
Small Modular Reactors (LWR designs) | NRC.gov
Aug 9, 2024 · Learn about the NRC's regulatory framework and licensing activities for small modular reactors (SMRs) that generate 300 MWe or less. Find out how the NRC approved a design from NuScale Power, LLC in 2020.
Amazon goes nuclear, to invest more than $500 million to develop small …
3 days ago · Amazon is the latest large tech company to buy into nuclear power to fuel the growing demands from data centers.
AP300™ SMR | Westinghouse Nuclear
The AP300™ SMR is a small modular reactor based on the licensed and operating AP1000 pressurized light water technology. It offers advanced safety, reliability, modularity and application versatility for clean energy systems.
US opens applications for $900 million for small nuclear reactors
WASHINGTON, Oct 16 (Reuters) - The U.S. on Wednesday opened applications for up to $900 million in funding to support the initial domestic deployment of small modular reactor nuclear …