Small But Mighty: SMRs

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Leading the Way to a Clean Energy Future If you like this content follow me here NuScale Power’s 50 MWe reactor has become the first Small Modular Reactor (SMR) design to be certified by the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). This 50 MWe power unit could potentially provide power to around 5,000 homes.  NuScale Deisgn this unit is is 75 feet tall by 15 ft wide, Image: Nuscale In general, the modularity of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) such as NuScale’s design is one of their key advantages.  Modularity allows for production efficiency, as SMRs can be mass-produced in a factory,…...

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Mike Hassaballa Mike earned a master’s degree in applied science in 2013, then he launched his career in the data centre industry. In 2015, he shifted gears and took on a Lead Engineer role in a company developing emission reductions technology. He then moved in 2018 into energy consulting. Mike focuses on most critical issues and opportunities in business: strategy, operations, technology, transformation, advanced analytics, and sustainability. Mike writes fascinating stories meant to be read by anyone. He excels in simplifying complex subjects and bringing a fresh new perspective to pressing issues.