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How much more can nuclear power plants give?
Nuclear power plants are already among the most reliable electricity sources, but analysts are asking whether existing reactors can be pushed further. Discussion is focused on uprating output, extending plant lifetimes, and reusing retired sites to meet rising electricity demand. With energy security and data-centre power needs growing, nuclear capacity gains are drawing renewed attention from policymakers and energy experts.
Why now: Rising electricity demand and interest in nuclear energy as a low-carbon source are driving debate over how much extra output existing plants can provide.
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- How much more can nuclear power plants give? · MIT Technology Review
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