Global Clean Energy Innovation

Axios reports that the U.S. has fallen behind China in advanced nuclear industries, per a new ITIF analysis.

Quartz reported that China's systemic and organizational innovation is driving its rapid advancement in nuclear power, as detailed in Stephen Ezell's latest report on China's ability to innovate in the sector.

Politico reports Congress is set to pass a bipartisan bill to speed up licensing for new nuclear technology, marking the most significant federal support in 20 years. The urgency is fueled by China's competitive edge in developing next-generation reactors.

Though China built upon a foreign base of technology, it has become the world’s leading proponent of nuclear energy. Chinese firms are well ahead of their Western peers, supported by a whole-of-government strategy that provides extensive financing and systemic coordination.

FDi Intelligence reported the US, with its aging nuclear reactors, is lagging behind China in developing small modular reactors (SMRs), key for climate goals. Russia dominates as the sole supplier of enriched uranium for SMRs. This puts US efforts to revive its nuclear industry at a disadvantage against aggressive moves by Russia and China.

Reuters covered Stephen Ezell's report on China's rapid advance in nuclear innovation, and the implications that their rise entails.

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Please join ITIF for an expert panel discussion about a new report examining the role of federal funding for clean energy research conducted by colleges and universities.

We need new breakthroughs in clean energy technology to address climate change. Recent discoveries in areas such as nuclear fusion and biofuels illustrate how government investment in early-stage research is a critical part of the process.

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