Advanced Reactor Demonstrations Program
| Type | Initiative |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Department of Energy |
| Top Organization | N/A |
| Creation Legislation | Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program Authorization |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | The 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.[1] It seeks to deploy advanced reactors on a commercial scale, enhancing energy security and economic benefits.[2] |
| Program Start | 2020 |
| Initial Funding | $230 million |
| Duration | Ongoing |
| Historic | Yes |
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.[1] 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.[2]
Goals
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.[1]
Partners
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.[2] 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.[1] Over time, the program has expanded, with ongoing projects and new partnerships forming to address technical, operational, and regulatory challenges.[3]
Funding
The program was initially funded with $230 million for the fiscal year 2020.[1] Additional funding has been authorized over the years, including a significant $2.5 billion from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for two specific demonstration projects.[1] The funding mechanism involves cost-sharing with industry partners, ensuring investment from both public and private sectors.[2]
Implementation
Implementation includes:
- Selection of two companies, X-energy and TerraPower, for initial demonstrations.[1]
- Phased approach to technology development, from design to construction and operation.[2]
- Leveraging national laboratories for testing and validation.[3]
The program does not have a definite end date but aims to establish operational reactors within a decade from its start.[1]
Related
External links
- https://www.energy.gov/ne/advanced-reactor-demonstration-program
- wikipedia:Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 "Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/ne/advanced-reactor-demonstration-program.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 "US DOE launches advanced reactor demonstration programme". World Nuclear News. May 14, 2020. https://www.world-nuclear-news.org/Articles/US-DOE-launches-advanced-reactor-demonstration-pro.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "It’s Happening… US to Build Two New Advanced Nuclear Reactors". ClearPath. https://clearpath.org/advanced-reactor-demonstration/.