small modular reactors
Coverage of small modular reactors in the Nexus archive.
- How Louisiana is preparing to capitalize on a nuclear energy boom
Louisiana is positioning itself as a leader in the U.S. nuclear energy industry by expanding nuclear infrastructure, with Turner Industries creating 1,000 jobs through nuclear-grade manufacturing. The state is collaborating with government agencies and educational institutions to develop a skilled nuclear workforce, driven by rising demand from energy-intensive industries and climate goals.
- US nuclear firm aims to get UAE plans back on track
US-based nuclear energy startup Nano Nuclear aims to resume its partnership with the UAE to develop small modular reactors (SMRs) after delays caused by the Iran war. The company signed an agreement with EHC Investment, linked to UAE National Security Adviser Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed, and is exploring potential investments and dual listings in Abu Dhabi. Discussions with Saudi Arabia about SMRs and plans for a first reactor in Illinois by 2030 are also mentioned.
- Fincantieri calls for nuclear-powered ships and AI
Fincantieri advocates for the development of nuclear-powered ships and artificial intelligence. The company emphasizes that advancements in small modular reactors for land and maritime applications should be integrated.
- Hobbs vetoes bill to fast-track small nuclear reactors at Arizona data centers
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill that would have allowed utility companies to build small nuclear reactors at data centers without environmental studies or public hearings, while restricting most counties from regulating them. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Frank Carroll, aimed to exempt the technology from local regulations if co-located with high-power-demand facilities like data centers, but Hobbs called the approach 'irresponsible' for an emerging technology.
- Rolls-Royce under fire for outsourcing parts of UK nuclear project to South Korea
Rolls-Royce is facing criticism for outsourcing parts of a UK nuclear project to South Korea. A multibillion-pound contract to build three small modular reactors was signed with a government body in April.
- Climate tech companies are going public. What’s next?
Climate tech companies like Solv Energy, X-energy, and Fervo Energy have successfully gone public in 2024, achieving high market valuations. These firms are advancing renewable energy solutions, including geothermal, nuclear reactors, and solar/battery technologies, amid rising electricity demand driven by data centers.