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The four nuclear units that would be refurbished are all Candu reactors that date back to the early 1980s, collectively known as Pickering B. The refurbishment would supply 2,000 megawatts of power, comparable to the current output of those existing units. The Ford government says the nuclear expansion is needed because the auto sector's looming transition to electric vehicles, the steel industry's planned shift away from coal-fired furnaces, and Ontario's growing population will all combine to create a gap between the projected demand for electricity and the available supply. #ontariocanada #nuclearpower

What are the steps to building nuclear power stations – by Peter Farley In this, the third part of a series about Coalition plans for nuclear power in Australia, Peter Farley asks the question – How would we establish a nuclear power industry? #manufacturing #nuclearpower electricity #renewables Peter Farley https://lnkd.in/g8cURqhb

The Government has confirmed that Wylfa in Anglesey is the first choice site for a new large-scale gigawatt nuclear power plant. While it is still early days, this will necessitate the increased compulsory purchase of land, as well as new build and upgraded infrastructure across North Wales, particularly with regards to the electricity transmission network, in order to get power from Wylfa into the grid. #Rostons #Surveyors #Infrastructure #Advice #Compensation # Utilities https://lnkd.in/eMcRvxC6

Interesting read if you’ve followed the history of nuclear power. We seem to be stuck in an infinite loop. Nuclear is our best, cleanest option to meet the demand.

“Since around 60% of nuclear’s lifetime costs are incurred during construction, one way to reduce costs is to use existing infrastructure from mothballed coal-fired power stations. Countries with previously large coal fleets can benefit from this. Placing a nuclear reactor at the site of a recently retired coal power plant means that many of the costs of new builds are removed by the existing infrastructure, which can lead to construction cost savings of 15-35%.” https://lnkd.in/e9zxqAUg

Palisades has passed the final financial hurdle to making its return to service viable. This is not intended to be a polarizing issue but if we are stretched to the limits from a capacity perspective and are in need of low carbon dispatchable generation, bringing Palisades back is the best bang for the buck for safe reliable generation at our disposal. This will be the first time a nuclear power plant in the US will be recommissioned and I have no doubt that there are still a lot of hurdles to overcome. That said, I'm optimistic for Palisades but even more for the slightest turning of the conversation for the need for nuclear generation in our country. https://lnkd.in/e46icYpA

#renewables Decommissioned Nuclear Plant Could Be First In US to Reopen  Michigan's 800 MW Palisades plant could be the first decommissioned nuclear plant in US history to be recommissioned and returned to service. Nuclear reactor component maker Holtec, which specializes in decommissioning and nuclear waste management, bought the Palisades plant from Entergy shortly after it closed, with plans to mothball it, but has changed course and has ambitious plans to restart it by the end of 2025. During its operational life, the plant had had a history of shutdowns due to equipment failures, broken fuel rod and guel spills. However, Michigan Governor Whitmer and a bipartisan coalition support the reopening with $150 MM of state funding, and the plant has received a $1.5 Bn conditional loan guarantee from the US DOE Loan Programs Office. It would also be expected to qualify for investment and/or production tax credits, and incentives under the U.S. Civil Nuclear Credit Program.

In this, the second in an occasional series about The Hon. Peter Dutton MP’s Coalition plans for nuclear power in Australia, Peter Farley finds the earliest conventional nuclear power could be on online in Australia would be 2048-49. #manufacturing #australianmanufacturing #auspol #energy #nuclearenergy #nuclear

Great news for the US nuclear industry! The ADVANCE Act, signed into law, is a significant boost for nuclear energy. This bipartisan legislation is a positive step forward, paving the way for advancements and growth. "Nuclear power plays an important role in producing carbon-free power for our electric grid, and now our nuclear industry will have the framework it needs to strengthen America’s energy leadership,” E&C Ranking Member Pallone said. #NuclearEnergy #CleanEnergy #LegislationSigned Check out the details here: https://lnkd.in/gxcN3KsM

Well.... nice that DOE recognizes the need for nuclear power. Hoping that NRC doesn't make it unattainable with over-regulation ...DOE estimates the U.S. will need approximately 700-900 GW of additional clean, firm capacity to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Nuclear power is a proven option that could be deployed to meet this need, including the growing demand from artificial intelligence and other data centers and the reshoring of manufacturing...