Leading in a Big Way: The Future of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in Canada

03/05/2022 35 min Temporada 1 Episodio 152
Leading in a Big Way: The Future of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in Canada

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This week John Gorman, President and Chief Executive Officer at the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) joins the podcast.  John recently wrote an op-ed titled “Examining the role of nuclear in Canada’s Emissions Reduction Plan.”  Here are some of the questions Peter and Jackie asked John: What is the scale and size of the new Small Modular Reactors (SMR)?  Is SMR technology safe?  What about the waste issue? When will the first SMRs be in operation? Is the electricity affordable? And, do you think Canada is poised for leadership in this new generation of reactors? To learn more about the Canadian Nuclear Association visit: https://cna.ca/Please review ARC Energy Institute disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/

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