OECD Nuclear Energy Agency 224d ago

Many countries are working to phase out coal while keeping energy systems reliable and affordable. Small modular reactors (SMRs) could offer a practical path forward — potentially leveraging existing coal sites, workers, and infrastructure to provide stable, low-carbon power. This webinar followed the launch of the NEA report "SMRs for Replacing Coal: Opportunities and Challenges for Small Modular Reactors". The report explores how SMRs can help regions with coal plant sites transition to low-carbon energy, the technical and economic challenges involved, and the policies needed to make it happen. During the webinar, energy experts discussed where SMR-to-coal replacement makes the most sense, what barriers remain, and how international collaboration can support the transition. More information about the event: https://www.oecd-nea.org/jcms/pl_111081/webinar-smrs-for-replacing-coal-opportunities-and-challenges-for-small-modular-reactors