Policy Options for States to Support New Nuclear Energy

The transition to a clean energy system depends on nuclear carbon-free energy, both the existing fleet and innovative advanced nuclear technology. New reactor designs will pair with wind and solar generation as well as new battery storage technology to achieve state and federal carbon reduction goals.

Governors, legislators, and regulators will play a critical role in shaping policies that enhance the development and commercial deployment of these technologies. This document identifies policy tools already in use or being considered by state decisionmakers to achieve energy, environmental, climate, job creation and energy security goals by supporting the deployment of advanced nuclear technologies.