The European Parliament voted with an overwhelming majority (Photo votes below) In favor of supporting SMRs, thus bringing Europe closer to an accessible energy source.The Romanian atomic forum welcomes this decision, recognizing the potential of small modular reactors (SMR) to revolutionize the energy landscape.
The adopted resolution not only supports the development of SMRs, but asks the European Commission to elaborate and finance a specific industrial strategy for their implementation.In addition, he urges the Commission to demonstrate a firm commitment for the successful implementation of this innovative technology throughout the European Union.
Teodor Chirica, The honorary president of the Romanian Atomic Forum applauds the decision of the European Parliament, declaring: "The support of the SMRs by the European Parliament, with an overwhelming majority of votes, changes the paradigm on nuclear energy and represents an important step towards a sustainable energy future. Small modular reactors offer a practical solution for our energy needs, combining accessibility, responsibility towards the environment and safety.Carbon reduced, competitive and safe for the European Union. ”
Daniel Predescu, Interim President Romatom said, in turn, that "The vote in the European Parliament favorable to the development of energy production capacities based on SMR technologies shows that the strategy of developing the Romanian energy system is sustainable and in full consonance with the European trends."
The vote in the European Parliament, supporting the SMRs, means a major change in the Nuclear Energy narrative in the EU.After decades of skepticism, decision makers have recognized the role that nuclear energy can play in achieving ambitious climate change.The realization that the renewable energies alone cannot meet the energy requirements has led to a re -evaluation of the potential of nuclear energy to contribute to a green and competitive energy mix.
Although the vote represents a significant victory, the process towards operating small modular reactors in Europe will take several years.The current estimates in the industry indicate the commercial implementation of the SMRs in the early 2030s, conditioned by the fulfillment of the various conditions and the development of a common European regulatory framework.
The public's education on nuclear energy also plays a crucial role, both in attracting people to nuclear science and in the conviction of young people that nuclear energy is fundamental for decarbonization.
The Romanian Atomic Forum applauds the resolute support of the European Parliament for SMRs, recognizing the pivotal role they can play in outlining a sustainable and resistant energy future.
The Romanian atomic forum represents the voice of the nuclear industry in Romania.With over 60 members, the association aims to promote the nuclear industry in Romania.
