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Does California Need New Nuclear Power Plants?

Last updated: January 24, 2025 7:00 am
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The nuclear power industry has been generating a lot of buzz lately. From plans to restart retired nuclear power plants to corporate deals for purchasing energy from small modular reactors, the sector seems to be on the rise. The US has even pledged to triple its nuclear generating capacity by 2050. However, despite all the hype, the reality is far less promising.

In the past two decades, only three conventional nuclear reactors have come online in the US, with two of them at the Vogtle nuclear power plant in Georgia exceeding their budgets. Small modular reactors (SMRs) have also faced challenges, with NuScale canceling its first major SMR project due to cost increases and lack of customers.

California, which currently has a ban on new nuclear power plants, is considering lifting the moratorium to advance its clean energy goals. However, the high costs and uncertainties surrounding new nuclear technologies raise questions about whether California really needs new nuclear power plants or if the focus should be on other clean energy solutions.

The history of nuclear power in California is marked by shutdowns and failures, leading to the current ban on new nuclear plants. Legislation passed in 1976 prohibits the issuance of permits for new nuclear fission power plants until a solution for long-term nuclear waste disposal is found.

Recent interest in nuclear power in California has led to proposals to exempt SMRs from the ban, but none of these bills have passed. The potential role of nuclear power in California’s decarbonization efforts hinges on cost-effectiveness, with studies showing that nuclear power could play a significant role in clean electricity transitions if costs were to come down dramatically.

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However, the cost of nuclear power is just one factor to consider. Other clean energy technologies, such as geothermal, energy storage, and green hydrogen, also play a role in the transition to a low-carbon grid. Safety, security, and waste concerns associated with nuclear power further complicate the decision to lift the ban on new nuclear plants in California.

In conclusion, while new nuclear technologies hold promise for clean energy transitions, the high costs and risks associated with nuclear power plants suggest that California should focus on investing in other clean energy solutions. The state’s commitment to the clean energy transition can be better served by continuing to support technologies that are cost-competitive and have lower environmental and safety risks.

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