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DOE Report on Nuclear
A 2021 blog by the DOE’s headline reads: “nuclear power is the most reliable energy source and it’s not even close.”
According to the 2021 report from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy, nuclear energy, provides unparalleled reliability and minimal maintenance, requiring refueling every 1.5 to 2 years.
Further, nuclear provides reliable baseload power (always on) a metric that is linked to its capacity factor.
The capacity factor (see chart above) is the metric that indicates how a plant is running at full potential.
Why does this matter?
With its unmatched capacity factor, low emissions, and ability to complement renewable energy, nuclear energy is an essential piece of a clean, sustainable energy future.
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