Louisiana wants to pave the way for small nuclear reactors, an untested technology in the U.S.

Louisiana wants to pave the way for small nuclear reactors, an untested technology in the U.S.

A small modular nuclear reactor is shown in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Last Energy)The Louisiana Legislature is working to speed up the permitting process to allow small nuclear reactors to be added to the state’s portfolio of energy production. Although the technology is not yet in use in the United States, proponents see it as a low-emissions option to provide electricity in areas that struggle to get reli…

‘I guarded Britain’s nuclear sites – our security can’t cope with new mini reactors’

mini reactors do not pose miniature hazards. “On security, size doesn’t matter. When it comes to the fuel and the byproducts, they are equally dangerous.” “You get less energy, but you’re still going to have exactly the same security concerns,” says Okuhara. “How enthusiastic is a site operator going to be paying for security when that’s eating into their bottom line?” INTERVIEW . Matthew Okuhara, a former armed officer with the Civil Nuclear Co…

While new nuclear projects are flourishing around the world, in response to environmental challenges and energy sovereignty, these projects are not without consequences for the fuel supply chain – especially when they are innovative. And this can become a major issue in the deployment schedule of these reactors. Let's see why. It is a real effervescence that we are witnessing in the nuclear sector, and especially in the concept of small modular …

How state lawmakers are trying to facilitate the use of small nuclear reactors

Louisiana lawmakers are working to quicken the permitting process to allow small nuclear reactors to be added to the state’s portfolio of energy production, Louisiana Illuminator reports.  Although the technology is currently not used in the U.S., supporters say it’s a low-emissions option to provide electricity in areas that struggle to get reliable power. Energy analysts say prohibitive costs are a reason small modular reactors are not more co…