“Texas is the energy capital of the world, and we’re ready to be No. 1 in advanced nuclear power.”
Greg Abbott
Governor of Texas
.…on Monday’s release of the Texas Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group’s final report.
Earlier this week, Governor Abbott announced the release of the Texas Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group’s final report on Texas’ plan to build “a world-leading advanced nuclear power industry to enhance electric reliability and energy security, promote economic development, and unleash new opportunities for the growing Texas workforce.”
The working group sees cutting-edge approaches to building nuclear reactors as a key element of bolstering the Texas grid.
“Today we have an incredible opportunity to build a world-leading advanced nuclear industry that will deliver safe, reliable power for generations to come,” Public Utility Commissioner Jimmy Glotfelty said in a statement. “The economic and policy recommendations we’ve outlined will inspire swift action and help Texas become the leader in advanced nuclear energy.”
In August 2023, Abbott directed the PUCT to form the working group. In the year-plus since, the group developed key recommendations and strategies to position Texas as “No. 1 in the advanced nuclear industry.”
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