Small modular reactors (SMRs) are disrupting conventional notions surrounding nuclear power. Smaller, more compact, and producing minimal emissions, this innovative alternative to traditional nuclear power is receiving more public and private sector attention as governments scramble to meet global energy needs reliably and responsibly.
Energy and Environment Priorities for 2025
In a new white paper, Philip Rossetti and I argue that a policy agenda built on freedom, innovation, security, and transparency will supply families and businesses with affordable, reliable energy. It will also result in a more prosperous, secure America and a cleaner planet.
Nuclear Energy Market Sees Win With Kairos Power Breakthrough
Kairos Power made history on May 8 as the first small modular reactor (SMR) developer to pour concrete for a U.S. advanced reactor.
The Inflation Reduction Act’s Energy Provisions Require Reform to Benefit Society
Few laws have proven as contentious as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022. The IRA was passed exclusively by Democrats, with Republicans voicing concerns over its cost. Following the November 2024 election, Republican leadership eyed repeal or phase-out of individual IRA provisions in 2025.
Ten of the World’s Leading Small Modular Reactor Companies
Small modular reactors (SMRs) are disrupting conventional notions surrounding nuclear power. Smaller, more compact, and producing minimal emissions, this innovative alternative to traditional nuclear power is receiving more public and private sector attention as governments scramble to meet global energy needs reliably and responsibly.
Just the Facts on Nuclear Energy
Far too often, we get caught up in emotion and fiction. Take, for instance, the Three Mile Island nuclear energy generation facility incident that occurred in the early morning hours of March 28, 1979.
A Short Overview of Energy-Related Provisions in the Reconciliation Markup Text
With marathon markup sessions in full swing, these draft bills telegraph the direction of the reconciliation process and the negotiating points for the House Republicans.
Powering tomorrow: How technology is changing the energy landscape
Technology and energy have always been inseparable. Every breakthrough, from the first sailing ships to modern AI, has required energy to power its development and widespread use. In 2025, as computing and AI take center stage, the demand for energy is surging to unprecedented levels. But is this growth sustainable?
How to Breakdown the Pros and Cons of Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy, derived from an atom’s core, has been an ongoing debate for decades. The world is searching for better energy resources, and many consumers think nuclear energy is the best route to take. However, some are apprehensive as the list of pros and cons of nuclear energy grows. Breaking Down Nuclear Energy Pros and...
Nevada Lithium Breakthrough Could Lower Costs and Boost U.S. Supply
Century Lithium is making progress at its Angel Island project in Nevada, with new test results showing their process for extracting lithium is working better than expected. The company has been running a full-scale test facility, known as a Demonstration Plant, to try out improved ways of pulling lithium from clay-rich ground near Silver Peak. Read more...