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We recently spoke with Tor Reier Lilleholt, Head of Analysis at Insight by Volue, about the potential for nuclear energy in Norway. “At Insight by Volue, we now believe there is more than a 50% chance that Norway will explore the possibility of building nuclear power plants by the 2040s. This approach makes sense considering the future needs of the power system, which requires a mix of baseload production, weather-driven production, and available flexibility. There is much to be done before this can become a reality. The Norwegian government has recently initiated an investigation into the possibilities and challenges of nuclear power—something that was unthinkable not long ago. There is hope that in the future, the costs of building small modular units will be competitive with other production technologies that also need cost reductions to be realised, such as production from floating offshore wind." Read more in the article in the comments. #EnergyFuture #NuclearPower #InsightbyVolue

If you are looking for insights and demonstrations of Nuclear Energy's contribution to Energy Transition, have a look at the IAEA's website where rationals and facts have been collected: they constantly illustrate how nuclear footprint is one of the most limited among means to generate electricity, but also that it is key in supporting the emergence of renewables. https://lnkd.in/e-Xu3VsZ #NuclearEnergy #NetZero #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #IAEA

If you are looking for insights and demonstrations of Nuclear Energy's contribution to Energy Transition, have a look at the IAEA's website where rationals and facts have been collected: they constantly illustrate how nuclear footprint is one of the most limited among means to generate electricity, but also that it is key in supporting the emergence of renewables. https://lnkd.in/dTHxZNvq #NuclearEnergy #NetZero #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #IAEA

Interested in understanding more about Nuclear power and its role in the UK’s energy mix? Check out our guide: "Is Nuclear Power Considered Renewable?" Dive into the complexities and controversies surrounding nuclear energy's sustainability and its potential contribution to a cleaner future. https://lnkd.in/eDB-f6DN ⏱️Read time : 5 mins #NetZero #RenewableEnergy #NuclearPower #SustainabilityGuide

If you are looking for insights and demonstrations of Nuclear Energy's contribution to Energy Transition, have a look at the IAEA's website where rationals and facts have been collected: they constantly illustrate how nuclear footprint is one of the most limited among means to generate electricity, but also that it is key in supporting the emergence of renewables. https://lnkd.in/e5SeSMes #NuclearEnergy #NetZero #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #IAEA

Emphasising the pivotal role of nuclear energy is crucial in addressing the increasing demand for clean and reliable energy worldwide. According to a recent guide published by LRQA, nuclear power - accounting for approximately 10% of global electricity production - offers a carbon-free energy source crucial for combating climate change. Despite challenges such as public perception, initial costs, regulatory hurdles, and waste management, nuclear energy stands as a vital component of the transition to a sustainable energy future. Source - https://lnkd.in/egCSvmFJ Visit our website to explore more about GET Congress, our initiatives, and how you can be part of this global movement: https://bit.ly/3qe6AZT Together, let’s shape our energy transition! #GETcongress #Decarbonisation #NetZero

Why Are Nuclear Power Plants More Reliable? Nuclear power plants are typically used more often because they require less maintenance and are designed to operate for longer stretches before refueling (typically every 1.5 or 2 years). Natural gas and coal capacity factors are generally lower due to routine maintenance and/or refueling at these facilities. Renewable plants are considered intermittent or variable sources and are mostly limited by a lack of fuel (i.e. wind, sun, or water). As a result, these plants need a backup power source such as large-scale storage (not currently available at grid-scale)—or they can be paired with a reliable baseload power like nuclear energy.

Sustainable energy goals are within reach! Repost from Office of Nuclear Energy, U.S. Department of Energy: Look at what 45 years of safely stored spent nuclear fuel looks like at Dominion Energy's North Anna nuclear power plant. Each storage cask has helped avoid more than 3 million metric tons of CO2 emissions and generated around 5 billion kilowatt hours of clean power. That's enough to power nearly half a million homes each year! #nuclearpower #cleanenergy #sustainability

COP28's pledge to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050 is a significant step, a nod to its unique contribution as a baseload power source and potential in decarbonizing industrial sectors. However, challenges in the current U.S. nuclear landscape, including rising costs and setbacks in SMR projects, emphasize the need for realistic analysis and strategic planning to achieve this ambitious goal, writes John Deutch in The National Interest. Read: https://bit.ly/3NPX9bO #BelferInTheNews

Could nuclear energy be a possibility by 2030? ⚡ Our climate team likes to share projects they're excited about, and this one has our attention right now. Why? Because energy demand is expected to significantly increase between now and 2050 and we’re excited to see great progress happening in the nuclear space after years of dormancy. Partially funded by the IRA, TerraPower expects to have its first reactor built and licenses by 2030. As we transition from coal to non-greenhouse-gas emitting alternatives, projects like TerraPower’s Natrium reactor are pivotal. They give hope for a greener energy future and the revival of the nuclear sector in the U.S. Read the full article at Reuters: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7FFHeAN You can also see what else the NovaTech Automation climate team is reading about at keepitcool.earth 🌎 #NuclearEnergy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NetZero