Achieving Net-Zero Emissions Through Nuclear: The “New Clear” Energy of the Future

The report discusses the potential of nuclear energy, specifically high temperature gas-cooled reactors, in achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, highlighting safety, economic, and technological advancements.

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The research employs a qualitative analysis of nuclear energy technologies, focusing on high temperature gas-cooled reactors and small modular reactors. It examines safety features, economic viability, regulatory standards, and cogeneration capabilities, using case studies and expert opinions to support its findings.

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The report explores nuclear energy's role in achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, emphasizing high temperature gas-cooled reactors (HTGRs) and small modular reactors (SMRs). It highlights nuclear energy's affordability, reliability, and sustainability, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The report discusses HTGRs' safety features, such as helium coolant and TRISO fuel particles, and their cogeneration capabilities for hydrogen production. It addresses regulatory challenges, particularly in fuel tracking for pebble-bed modules, and the role of artificial intelligence in optimizing hydrogen production and safeguarding operations. The report underscores nuclear energy's environmental benefits, citing Finland's energy success with nuclear power. It concludes that nuclear energy is the only viable option for a sustainable, carbon-free future.

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Categories: 2050 time horizon | 2050s time horizon | English publication language | 2024 publication year | China geographic scope | Finland geographic scope | Global geographic scope | Japan geographic scope | Singapore geographic scope | artificial intelligence | economic viability | high temperature reactors | hydrogen production | net-zero emissions | nuclear energy | regulatory standards | safety features | small modular reactors