Our Work

Research

Good Energy Collective conducts rigorous, objective research that addresses foundational challenges and questions in advancing responsible nuclear deployment for climate action. Our research portfolio explores the multifaceted dimensions that will shape nuclear energy's responsible scaling in the coming decades. Our work goes beyond traditional nuclear research programs by systematically examining the full range of technological, policy, and social barriers to nuclear energy development. We strive to deliver research that transforms complex challenges into clear, actionable pathways—producing evidence-based analyses that are rigorously researched, accessible to decision-makers, and directly answer important questions that lead to practical, implementable solutions for responsible nuclear energy deployment

The Cost of Nuclear

Jessica explains why nuclear reactor construction is seemingly so much cheaper in South Korea than in the U.S.

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November 16, 2023

Lessons from NuScale’s Terminated Project will Help Pave the Way for Advanced Nuclear Energy

In an op-ed for Utility Dive, Jessica, alongside co-authors Judi Greenwald of the Nuclear Innovation Alliance and Jeremy Harrell of ClearPath, delves into takeaways from NuScale’s recent project halt with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems.

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February 6, 2024

Advanced Nuclear: An Explainer

What is advanced nuclear? What makes it different from traditional nuclear technologies, and what does it mean for communities?

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March 11, 2024

State of Play: Atomic Diplomacy

Khalil gives an overview of post-World War II international cooperation on nuclear energy.

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June 22, 2023

FAQ: Recycling Nuclear Waste

Cleo explains the mechanics of recycling and weighs the benefits against the challenges.

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October 12, 2023

Megatons to Megawatts: An Explainer

Khalil delves into the profound impact and lasting legacy of the Megatons to Megawatts program, a pivotal disarmament agreement between the U.S. and Russia.

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December 20, 2023

Host Communities and Nuclear Energy: Benefits for Some, Risks for Others

Cleo's analysis finds an inequitable spread in the benefits and risks of historical nuclear power projects in the United States.

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June 29, 2022