X-Energy is a pebble bed reactor designer. Their web page indicates what they are doing, including designing small modular reactors that are affordable. That one thing they are doing right. They say they are correcting bad designs of the past and learning from those mistakes.
X-Energy seems to forget the issues with radioactive waste; at least they do not talk of any improvements in this area. It seems to be the same philosophy, don’t worry about the waste problem. That cost is hidden, and the government will take care of it anyway. Good Luck Xe-100, Bob Cook From: Mats Lewan Sent: Friday, January 22, 2016 12:41 AM To: mailto:[email protected] Subject: [Vo]:DoE Funds Two Advanced Nuclear Programs http://www.technologyreview.com/news/545586/energy-department-funds-two-advanced-nuclear-programs/ http://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-announces-new-investments-advanced-nuclear-power-reactors-help-meet WASHINGTON – In support of the Administration’s goal to produce more carbon-free energy, today the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the selection of two companies, X-energy and Southern Company, to further develop advanced nuclear reactor designs. These awards, with a multi-year cost share of up to $80 million for both companies, will support work to address key technical challenges to the design, construction, and operation of next generation nuclear reactors. “In order to ensure that nuclear energy remains a key source for US electricity generation well into the future, it is critically important that we invest in these technologies today,” said Secretary Moniz. “Public-private partnerships to develop advanced nuclear capabilities will enable low-carbon nuclear energy to power America for years to come.” Mats www.animpossibleinvention.com
