The dream of reviving nuclear power in the U.S. rests on a new generation of smaller reactors meant to be easier to build. But major obstacles loom.

cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/3944411

In a major setback last week, the first serious effort to build small reactors in the United States was abruptly canceled amid soaring costs. While other projects are still moving forward, the industry has consistently struggled to build plants on time and on budget.

    • silence7@slrpnk.netOP
      21·
      8 months ago

      The article is about how nuclear isn’t cost competitive, so none is getting built.

      • cristo@lemmy.world
        Esperanto
        21·
        8 months ago

        Why is the title of the article that then? Confusing ass title