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America's Nuclear Renaissance

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Small modular reactors are the comeback kid of nuclear energy—a promising but costly gamble being driven by state-level legislation across America.

This episode examines America's "nuclear renaissance," focusing on the legislative and technological push for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a solution for clean energy and powering AI data centers. It details the historical context of nuclear power's decline, the promises and pitfalls of SMRs, and a state-by-state analysis of over 100 bills providing incentives, regulatory reform, and funding.

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