Overview

• 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.