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Deployment and uses of Floating Nuclear Power Plants powered by Small Modular Reactors

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20m
Vienna

Vienna

Oral Track 4: Transportable SMRs

Speaker

Mr Scott Edwards (Core Power)

Description

Floating Nuclear Power Plants (FNPPs) emerge as a pivotal solution for swiftly deploying additional power generation capacity in a cost-effective and scalable manner. Particularly suited for coastal regions facing energy access challenges or where the construction of terrestrial nuclear power facilities is impractical, FNPPs offer a versatile and innovative approach to energy provision. This paper delves into the technical strategies for integrating Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) into these marine platforms, featuring qualitative analyses of various hull designs to ascertain the most effective configurations. Moreover, it presents a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted applications of SMRs within FNPPs, including their role in powering desalination plants and the production of e-fuels. This examination underscores the transformative potential of FNPPs in addressing global energy needs, highlighting their flexibility, efficiency, and broad utility in supporting sustainable development goals.

Country OR International Organization WNTI
Email address scott.edwards@corepower.energy
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Author

Mr Scott Edwards (Core Power)

Co-authors

Mr Bright Ahonsi (Core Power) Dr Rory Megginson (Core Power) Mr Thomas Davies (Core Power)

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