X-energy has begun a vendor design review with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for its Generation IV Xe-100 small modular reactor design.
The Maryland, US-based company said Canada is the ideal environment to develop and deploy the 75-MW plants, scalable to a 300 MW four-unit plant, to meet the growing need for clean energy solutions.
The review will demonstrate X-energy’s understanding of Canadian requirements and confirm there are no fundamental licensing barriers for the Xe-100 in Canada. The process will also provide the company valuable early feedback to further strengthen its design.
The Maryland, US-based company said Canada is the ideal environment to develop and deploy the 75-MW plants, scalable to a 300 MW four-unit plant, to meet the growing need for clean energy solutions.
The review will demonstrate X-energy’s understanding of Canadian requirements and confirm there are no fundamental licensing barriers for the Xe-100 in Canada. The process will also provide the company valuable early feedback to further strengthen its design.
Want to keep reading?
Register free and get full access to NucNet for 14 days. No card required.
- Daily news briefing on the global nuclear industry
- Weekly, monthly and topical newsletters
- 24/7 coverage during nuclear incidents and safety events
- Full searchable archive, 30,000+ articles since 1991
- SMR and AMR project database
- Analysis, Focus pieces and infographics
- NucNet Style Guide for nuclear reporters and communicators
After the trial, keep a free account for a newsletter and a complimentary Plus article every two weeks. Or see our subscription plans for individuals and organisations.
See subscription options
