This opinion piece examines the role of nuclear power in the US energy transition, arguing that public fear and regulatory burdens have slowed the adoption of a low carbon energy source. It highlights the potential for nuclear energy to provide stable, high capacity power without the land use requirements of large scale solar and wind installations. The author specifically points to Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a solution for the growing energy demands of data centers. By deploying off grid nuclear power, these facilities could scale their operations without increasing costs for residential consumers or straining existing grid infrastructure.
