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'''Creating Advanced Reactor Demonstrations Program (CARDP)''' aims to accelerate the development and demonstration of advanced nuclear reactor technologies to support clean energy goals and reduce carbon emissions.<ref name="energy.gov" /> It seeks to deploy advanced reactors on a commercial scale, enhancing energy security and economic benefits. A notable aspect is its focus on both microreactors and larger scale reactors for diverse applications.<ref name="world-nuclear-news" /> {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.energy.gov/ne/advanced-reactor-demonstration-program}} ==Goals== * Demonstrate advanced nuclear reactors within 7 years of program initiation.<ref name="energy.gov" /> * Support the development of at least two advanced reactor designs to full operational capability.<ref name="energy.gov" /> * Reduce risks associated with first-of-a-kind advanced reactor technologies.<ref name="clearpath.org" /> ==Organization== The program is managed by the Department of Energy's Office of Nuclear Energy. It has a structured governance involving industry partnerships and national laboratories. The program is led by the **Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy**. Funding is through federal appropriations and cost-sharing partnerships with industry participants.<ref name="energy.gov" /> ==Partners== * [[Department of Energy]] * [[X-energy]] * [[TerraPower]] [[Category:Partnerships]] ==History== The Creating Advanced Reactor Demonstrations Program was launched by the Department of Energy in May 2020 to foster the development of advanced nuclear technologies in the United States.<ref name="world-nuclear-news" /> This initiative was part of broader efforts to restore American nuclear energy leadership, authorized through various legislative actions, with the most direct being the [[Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program Authorization]].<ref name="energy.gov" /> Over time, the program has expanded, with ongoing projects and new partnerships forming to address technical, operational, and regulatory challenges.<ref name="clearpath.org" /> ==Funding== The program was initially funded with $230 million for the fiscal year 2020.<ref name="energy.gov" /> Additional funding has been authorized over the years, including a significant $2.5 billion from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for two specific demonstration projects.<ref name="energy.gov" /> The funding mechanism involves cost-sharing with industry partners, ensuring investment from both public and private sectors.<ref name="world-nuclear-news" /> ==Implementation== Implementation includes: * Selection of two companies, X-energy and TerraPower, for initial demonstrations.<ref name="energy.gov" /> * Phased approach to technology development, from design to construction and operation.<ref name="world-nuclear-news" /> * Leveraging national laboratories for testing and validation.<ref name="clearpath.org" /> The program does not have a definite end date but aims to establish operational reactors within a decade from its start.<ref name="energy.gov" /> ==Related== * [[Nuclear energy in the United States]] * [[Advanced nuclear reactors]] ==External links== * https://www.energy.gov/ne/advanced-reactor-demonstration-program * wikipedia:Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program ==References== <ref name="energy.gov">{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/ne/advanced-reactor-demonstration-program |title=Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program |publisher=Department of Energy |access-date=January 29, 2025}}</ref> <ref name="world-nuclear-news">{{cite web |url=https://www.world-nuclear-news.org/Articles/US-DOE-launches-advanced-reactor-demonstration-pro |title=US DOE launches advanced reactor demonstration programme |publisher=World Nuclear News |date=May 14, 2020 |access-date=January 29, 2025}}</ref> <ref name="clearpath.org">{{cite web |url=https://clearpath.org/advanced-reactor-demonstration/ |title=It’s Happening… US to Build Two New Advanced Nuclear Reactors |publisher=ClearPath |access-date=January 29, 2025}}</ref> [[Category:Programs and initiatives]] [[Category:Programs]] [[Category:Department of Energy]]
