Small Modular Reactors

Small Modular Reactor Potential Lies In Industry, Not Grid Power, Says Study

By Nigel Davies
28 September 2026

Success hinges on US government’s hydrogen production tax credit

Small Modular Reactor Potential Lies In Industry, Not Grid Power, Says Study
The success of SMRs could hinge on the US government’s hydrogen production tax credit. Courtesy X-energy.
Small modular reactors (SMRs) have a stronger business case in industrial applications, especially hydrogen production for ammonia, refining and steel, than in wholesale electricity markets, where they struggle to compete with renewables and large reactors, a study has concluded.

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