WASHINGTON—Nuclear energy innovations are progressing faster than expected with the advancement of small, modular reactors, President Donald Trump, accompanied by industry leaders, announced on July 24 in the White House.
“Today we’re celebrating an historic milestone for civilian nuclear energy and the renaissance of nuclear power in America,” Trump said during the Oval Office ceremony.
The president set a goal—by the nation’s 250th anniversary on July 4—of three reactors reaching criticality, the point where enough atomic energy is produced to create a self-sustaining nuclear reaction.
Four companies met the challenge, exceeding Trump’s target. …
Trump, Industry Leaders Announce Nuclear Innovation Milestones
