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The U.S. is the primary location for the development and regulatory oversight of advanced nuclear reactor systems, as evidenced by the national licensing framework [1], the role of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission [2], and the concentration of private companies developing these technologies within the country [3]. Furthermore, national research initiatives have been published to guide the integration of these systems into the U.S. energy infrastructure [4].
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The Power of Change: Innovation for Development and Deployment ... nationalacademies.org 2 facts
claimThe United States regulatory environment is generally regarded as providing a strong framework for licensing established light water reactor power plant designs, but it is less well suited for licensing more advanced nuclear reactor concepts.
claimThe U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) may lack the necessary experience and resources to establish a timely, predictable, and well-defined licensing process for advanced nuclear reactors in the United States.
Congressional testimony of Bob Perciasepe on advanced nuclear ... c2es.org 1 fact
measurementIn the United States and Canada, nearly 50 companies backed by more than $1 billion in private capital are developing advanced nuclear reactor designs.
Chapter: 5 Beyond Electricity: Nuclear Power's Potential to Play a ... nationalacademies.org 1 fact
referenceThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine published 'Laying the Foundation for New and Advanced Nuclear Reactors in the United States' in 2023, which includes the chapter 'Beyond Electricity: Nuclear Power's Potential to Play a Broader Role in the Future Energy System'.