Big Things In Small Packages: Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Featured In Canada's Plans For Economic Growth And Decarbonization

Following on the heels of the recently-released federal Climate Plan, the Government of Canada has unveiled its Small Modular Reactor Action Plan (the "Action Plan"). Recognizing the potential of nuclear innovation to reduce emissions, decarbonize heavy industry, address energy needs in more remote communities and resource extraction locations, and spur economic development, the Action Plan sets out Canada's vision for the development, demonstration, and deployment of Small Modular Reactors ("SMRs") for multiple applications at home and abroad.

For more analysis of the federal government's new comprehensive climate change plan, see our articles on the  Climate Plan, the  Hydrogen Strategy, and the  Clean Fuel Standard.