Texas Moves Toward Nuclear Power Expansion with Small Modular Reactors

Governor Greg Abbott announces plans to significantly increase nuclear power generation in Texas, eyeing small modular reactors to ensure reliable, clean energy.

• Texas considers expanding nuclear power for the first time in over three decades, focusing on small modular reactors.
• Governor Greg Abbott emphasizes the need for reliable, dispatchable power to support Texas's growing energy demand.
• The state's current nuclear plants, supplying about 10% of its energy, may be decommissioned in the 2030s, highlighting the urgency for alternative solutions.
• Small modular reactors are seen as a safer, less financially risky option than traditional large nuclear plants, potentially revolutionizing Texas's energy sector.
• Challenges remain, including regulatory approval, public trust, and addressing the disposal of radioactive waste.

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