Nuclear Set to Surge: Global Capacity Nearing 500GW by 2035, Fueled by SMR Momentum

First up, the numbers are starting to speak louder than predictions – global nuclear power capacity is on track to reach nearly 500GW by 2035, thanks in large part to the momentum behind smaller, more agile reactor technologies. Are we finally seeing a scale-up that matches ambition?

Meanwhile, one landmark project in the USA is edging closer to realization, having now passed a key environmental milestone. The road ahead might still be long, but the groundwork for next-gen energy is being laid, quite literally.

Across the Atlantic, a new entrant is stirring competition in the UK’s nuclear field. It’s a bold move, especially in a market where legacy and innovation are often at odds. Could this be the shake-up needed to accelerate deployment?

Over in Italy, analysis suggests a potential return to nuclear could boost energy autonomy – but only if regulatory clarity and investment appetite catch up. Will sentiment align with strategy?

On a related note, another advanced reactor developer has just submitted a final proposal to get a build underway. If approved, it could become a showcase for what modular deployment looks like at a national level.

From policy to pricing, energy trade tensions are heating up. New tariff proposals are reigniting debates about domestic manufacturing and national resilience. Are these moves protectionist – or just overdue?

At the same time, a cleantech startup in the energy storage space just raised a substantial round to expand its grid capabilities. It's a reminder that batteries are no longer just about storing power – they’re about unlocking system-level flexibility.

And here's a fresh perspective: solar isn’t just a clean energy source – it’s becoming a financial asset. A recent article likens fossil fuels to paying rent, while solar delivers the long-term payoff of ownership. Which side of the equation would you rather be on?

Finally, a public listing is on the horizon for a company working on mobile energy systems. Their focus? Bringing versatile, deployable power to where it's needed most. Could this signal a broader shift toward decentralization by design?

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1️⃣ Global Nuclear Power Capacity to Reach 494GW by 2035, Driven by Advancements in SMRs and Clean Energy Shift, says GlobalData

2️⃣ TVA Advances Clinch River SMR

3️⃣ Trump’s Energy Tariffs Are a Wake-Up Call for U.S. Energy Security