US EditionAlberta Seeking Public Input in Establishing Nuclear Power Industry
Alberta considers nuclear power to diversify energy, with plans for small modular reactors or full-scale plants and potential Crown corporation involvement if needed.
- On Aug. 25, 2025, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced a new public consultation panel to gather feedback on building reactors in Alberta, Canada.
- Facing a grid largely powered by natural gas, Alberta is exploring small modular reactors for oilsands and full-scale nuclear plants to diversify its energy mix.
- Officials say choices range from SMRs to full-scale plants, with options including small modular reactors for oilsands operations and traditional plants to feed Alberta's electricity grid.
- Premier Danielle Smith said she expects the private sector to lead nuclear development, while Utilities Minister Nathan Neudorf warned a plant could take five to 10 years to be built.
- If private investment falls short, the government is prepared to establish a Crown corporation for nuclear generation, with decisions now shaping Alberta's energy options years ahead, Smith said.
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her government will establish a new expert panel to gather public feedback on the possibility of building a reactor. She expects the private sector to play a leading role in bringing nuclear power to Alberta.
Alberta seeking public input in establishing nuclear power industry - The Turtle Island News
By Lauren Krugel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she expects the private sector to lead the way on potentially bringing nuclear power to the province, but her government would set up a Crown corporation if needed. “Because we have a power market where generation is privatized, we would anticipate that the private sector would pay for it,” Smith said Monday as she announced a new panel to gather public feedback on the possibility of building …
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