The nation's first small modular reactor is nearing certification by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission - NRC bringing more flexibility and versatility to the nuclear fleet. See what the BIG deal is about SMRs 👇 | U.S. Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy

11K views · 124 reactions | WATCH : See what the BIG deal is about small modular reactors— a new generation of reactors that are expected to bring clean, reliable nuclear power to more places than ever before. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2tD3lLh | U.S. Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy | Facebook

Small modular reactors are emerging as a promising new nuclear technology. While potentially safer, more affordable, and producing less waste than traditional reactors, new tech brings new questions. A team here at Michigan Engineering, led by Nuclear Engineering & Radiological Sciences Associate Research Scientist Dr. Denia Djokić, has released a set of policy recommendations to help ensure that these reactors are deployed safely and responsibly, with real benefits for the communities around th