Tag: small_modular_reactor
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Media Monitor: CSIS Nuclear Policy News Roundup Covers Reactor Approval, Russia Warning, Iran Talks
CSIS's Nuclear Policy News reports the NRC approved the first U.S. commercial small modular reactor, Russia warned NATO over Kaliningrad, and Trump denied offering Iran sanctions relief.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWorldRussiaJapanIranNorth KoreaGeneral PoliticsMilitaryEnergyArtificial IntelligenceMiddle EastAsiaEuropeLegal CSISNuclear Policy NewsNuclear Regulatory Commissionsmall modular reactorTennessee Valley AuthorityKaliningradIran nuclear program
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NRC Approves Construction of Nation's First Small Modular Reactor at TVA's Clinch River Site
The NRC has approved a construction permit for the Tennessee Valley Authority to build the nation's first commercial small modular reactor at its Clinch River site in Roane County, Tennessee.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEnergyEnvironmentFederal GovernmentLegalUSA Nuclear Regulatory CommissionSmall Modular ReactorTennessee Valley AuthorityClinch RiverHo K. NiehNuclear PowerConstruction PermitU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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Port of Long Beach, MARAD Partner on Nuclear Energy for Maritime Future
The Port of Long Beach and MARAD have partnered to advance small modular reactor technology for commercial maritime use. This first-of-its-kind agreement aims to power vessels and port operations, ensuring future energy demands are met while establishing safety protocols with…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyTradeTransportationEnergy Port of Long BeachMARADSmall Modular ReactorMaritime EnergyNuclear TechnologyCommercial ShippingPort Operations
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NRC Begins Environmental Review for Michigan Small Modular Reactor Project
The NRC has initiated an environmental review for Palisades SMR's Pioneer project in Michigan, seeking public comments by July 15. This project aims to provide 600 megawatts of electricity through two SMR-300 units, supporting national energy needs.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnergyEnvironmentLegal NRCPalisades SMRPioneer projectMichiganSmall Modular ReactorEnvironmental ReviewPublic ParticipationU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)