Energy and Natural Resources
Co-Sponsors: 3 – 1 Democrat, 2 Republicans
The bill amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to further the research and development of domestic advanced, affordable, and clean nuclear energy. The DOE must participate in at least one contract that establishes at least four advanced nuclear reactor demonstration projects. Further, the DOE must establish goals relating to the research of advanced nuclear reactors. These goals must coordinate with private industry members to support the demonstration of various designs of advanced nuclear reactors.
This bill addresses Green New Deal goal 4(D)p.12 to invest in new clean technologies.
This bill addresses Green Real Deal goal 2(B)p.4 to invest in next-generation low- and zero-emission energy sources including nuclear energy.