This study says otherwise: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0360544223015980
- We present a unique cost data set on 19 small modular reactors.
- Manufacturer cost estimates are mostly too optimistic compared to production theory.
- A Monte Carlo simulation shows that no concept is profitable or competitive.
- Median NPVs are negative ranging from 3 (HTR) to 293 (SFR) million USD/MWel.
- Median LCOEs start at 116 USD/MWh for HTRs and at 218 USD/MWh for PWRs.
I agree that fear and NIMBYs are one key issue that hinders us into progressing into a green future. Although we may not agree how to proceed best, it is important that we take quick and large steps, and stay united against continuing the emissions of CO2.
Thanks for the discussion :)