Small Reactors, Big Promises: What the Nuclear Trend Can Really Do

TL;DR AI-generated Small modular reactors (SMRs) are promoted as a faster, more space-saving alternative to large nuclear power plants. While they may offer safety advantages due to lower radiation per unit, the decentralized distribution of many SMRs carries an increased accident risk. Practical testing and solutions for issues like radioactive waste and water scarcity are still pending.