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+==SMR CP== |
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+====CP Text: Countries ought to transition to Small Modular Reactors.==== |
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+====SMRs have the ability to create emission-free power along with other applications.==== |
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+**Conca 15** James Conca, February 2016, "Can SMRs Lead The U.S. Into A Clean Energy Future?," Forbes, http://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesconca/2015/02/16/can-smrs-lead-the-u-s-into-a-clean-energy-future/~~#65d56f0626c3 – Hebron AL |
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+If you thought the nuclear industry wasn't excited about the future of nuclear energy, |
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+-generation and hybrid systems are key ingredients to our global energy future. |
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+====SMRs are cheaper than normal-sized nuclear plants.==== |
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+**Cunningham 12** Cunningham, Nick, October 2012 "Small Modular Reactors: A Possible Path Forward for Nuclear Power", American Security Project pg 4-5, http://www.uxc.com/smr/Library5CUS20National20Programs/201220-20SMRs-A20Possible20Path20Forward20for20Nuclear20Power.pdf - Hebron AL |
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+The greatest challenge facing the nuclear power industry is the upfront costs of new reactors |
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+AND |
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+nuclear reactor, a significant cost advantage for SMRs over large reactors.30 |
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+====SMRs are safer than large reactors that are currently used – solves for AC impacts.==== |
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+**Cunningham 12** Cunningham, Nick, October 2012 "Small Modular Reactors: A Possible Path Forward for Nuclear Power", American Security Project pg 4-5, http://www.uxc.com/smr/Library5CUS20National20Programs/201220-20SMRs-A20Possible20Path20Forward20for20Nuclear20Power.pdf - Hebron AL |
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+SMRs can offer improved safety and security over conventional large reactors because of specific design |
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+to conventional large reactors that require refueling every 18-24 months.22 |