The Clean Energy Edge is your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on the evolving energy landscape. Hosted by industry experts Russ Bates and Brian Scott, the podcast delves into topics centered around clean energy while also exploring broader aspects of the energy sector. From renewable technologies and policy developments to traditional energy sources and emerging innovations, Russ and Brian provide in-depth analysis and real-world insights to help listeners navigate the complexities of the energy transition. Whether you’re an industry professional, policymaker, or energy enthusiast, The Clean Energy Edge delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay informed and ahead in the dynamic world of energy.
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The Clean Energy Edge is your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on the evolving energy landscape. Hosted by industry experts Russ Bates and Brian Scott, the podcast delves into topics centered around clean energy while also exploring broader aspects of the energy sector. From renewable technologies and policy developments to traditional energy sources and emerging innovations, Russ and Brian provide in-depth analysis and real-world insights to help listeners navigate the complexities of the energy transition. Whether you’re an industry professional, policymaker, or energy enthusiast, The Clean Energy Edge delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay informed and ahead in the dynamic world of energy.
Episode 17: Are Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) the future of clean energy — or just an expensive distraction?
The Clean Energy Edge
33 minutes
4 months ago
Episode 17: Are Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) the future of clean energy — or just an expensive distraction?
In this episode of The Clean Energy Edge Podcast, Russ Bates and co-host Brian Scott dive deep into the real story behind SMRs — exploring the cost per watt, deployment timelines, fuel supply challenges, and why no SMR is commercially operating yet in the U.S. or globally.
We examine canceled projects like NuScale’s VOYGR, stalled efforts like TerraPower’s Natrium, and the hype around data centers and defense applications. Is nuclear power finally going modular — or is this just another decades-long promise?
👉 What you’ll learn in this episode:• What is an SMR and how does it differ from traditional nuclear?• SMR cost per watt: real-world data vs industry projections• Timelines: How long SMRs actually take to deploy (spoiler: not 2 years)• Why SMRs are still not economically viable• Security, nuclear waste, and regulatory challenges• SMR fuel issues — the HALEU problem• Are Amazon and Google really going nuclear?• What should the clean energy sector focus on now?
✅ If you care about clean energy, climate solutions, or grid reliability, this episode breaks through the noise.
🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your shows.
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The Clean Energy Edge
The Clean Energy Edge is your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on the evolving energy landscape. Hosted by industry experts Russ Bates and Brian Scott, the podcast delves into topics centered around clean energy while also exploring broader aspects of the energy sector. From renewable technologies and policy developments to traditional energy sources and emerging innovations, Russ and Brian provide in-depth analysis and real-world insights to help listeners navigate the complexities of the energy transition. Whether you’re an industry professional, policymaker, or energy enthusiast, The Clean Energy Edge delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay informed and ahead in the dynamic world of energy.
