Small modular reactor

Small modular reactor

Topic

Heard in 3 episodes across 2 shows since Aug 2026

A small modular reactor (SMR) is an emergent class of nuclear fission reactors with a rated electrical power of less than 300 megawatts. They utilize modular design principles to achieve streamlined factory construction, enhanced scalability, and easier transportation to installation sites compared to traditional large-scale nuclear reactors.

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3
across 2 shows

First heard

Aug 2026

Expert statements

8
6 positive · 2 negative

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What experts have said about Small modular reactor

8 statements · 6 positive · 2 negative

  1. Carol MassarNegativeSep 11, 2026· Stock Movers

    Small modular reactors are not yet commercially deployed and remain years away.

    “They're still not out in the wild at this point. These things are still quite a ways away”

    Listen at 4:26

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  2. Salim IsmailPositiveSep 5, 2026· Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

    Small modular reactors will begin deployment within three to four years.

    “SMR is going to be in the next 3 to 4 years.”

    Listen at 2:15:53

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  3. Ramez NaamNegativeAug 15, 2026· Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

    No commercial small modular reactor is expected before 2030–2031.

    “I don't expect anyone to actually have a commercial small modular reactor in 2030, 2031.”

    Listen at 1:15:45

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