Why small modular reactors are suitable underground

• Main Authors: Chew, Alvin, Zhou, Yingxin
• Other Authors: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
• Format: Commentary
• Language: English
• Published: 2024
• Subjects: Social Sciences; Country and region studies; Energy security
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/181442
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

The advent of Small Modular Reactors offers hope for a nuclear renaissance as newcomer countries consider the nuclear option to meet their net-zero carbon emissions target. These reactors if located underground, not only provide superior safety and security protection, but the construction and life-...