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What are small modular reactors (SMRs)?

By Adam Neely
Quick answer: SMRs are smaller, factory-built nuclear reactors designed to be cheaper and faster to deploy than giant traditional plants. Several designs are nearing…

SMRs are smaller, factory-built nuclear reactors designed to be cheaper and faster to deploy than giant traditional plants. Several designs are nearing approval and could power grids and data centers within the decade.

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