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The U.S. is the location where a fleet of approximately 100 commercial nuclear reactors currently operates to provide electricity, as detailed in [1] and [2]. These reactors are integral to the nation's energy infrastructure, with their construction, operational status, and environmental impact documented in [3], [4], and [5].
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Congressional testimony of Bob Perciasepe on advanced nuclear ... c2es.org 3 facts
measurementThe 99 currently operational nuclear reactors in the U.S. avoid the emission of 320 million to 578 million metric tons of carbon dioxide each year.
measurementThe annual carbon dioxide emissions avoided by U.S. nuclear reactors equal between one-fifth and one-third of the emissions produced by the entire fossil-fired portion of the U.S. electric generating sector.
claimThe premature retirement of any U.S. nuclear reactors makes it more difficult to achieve air pollution, emissions, and climate goals.
The Power of Change: Innovation for Development and Deployment ... nationalacademies.org 3 facts
measurementThe United States currently operates approximately 100 nuclear power reactors, which are largely amortized after 30 or more years of operation and provide competitive, low-cost electricity to the grid.
claimFive operating nuclear reactors in the United States have recently closed or are scheduled to close soon, and additional unannounced retirements may occur in the near future.
claimThe United States has four new nuclear reactors under construction and one additional reactor being completed after a long delay, but there are no firm plans to build further nuclear capacity to replace the existing fleet, nor does the nation have a strategy for sustaining or expanding nuclear energy generation.
Clean Energy Solutions Must Include Nuclear | ClearPath clearpath.org 2 facts
measurementOperators of 12 additional nuclear reactors in the United States have announced plans for premature shutdowns.
claimThe U.S. fleet of 98 operating nuclear reactors has maintained a record of reliability and performance while operating under a highly regulated environment with exacting safety standards.