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In a study published in Sustainable Cities and Society, Jessica explores the potential of new (tiny) nuclear technologies as a cost-competitive, carbon-free option for off-grid communities that are often fully dependent on fossil fuels.
🔑 Key Points
- This study specifically looks at powering off-grid communities with micro-nuclear technologies, in contrast to the studies that often focus on renewables with diesel serving as a backup.
- The findings indicate a microreactor plus battery combination could be the lowest-cost option where diesel costs are high, but are not yet cost-competitive with wholesale grid electricity.
