Opinion: Nuclear energy needs to be a priority to prosper

Opinion: Nuclear energy needs to be a priority to prosper
The federal government must have supportive policies for nuclear power if the U.S. is to continue benefiting from it as a "reliable, zero-emission" energy source, writes Doug McCuistion, chief operating officer of X-energy. "We call on the [Energy Department] to consider licensing support and siting assistance for prototype designs," McCuistion writes. "We call on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to consider tailored licensing paths that reflect the particular concerns of ultra-safe advanced reactors. And we call on Congress to enact tax credits and incentives for all clean energy generation, not just solar and wind." The Hill (7/24)http://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/energy-environment/248691-reimagining-nuclear-energy