Voices for Nuclear Energy

"We don't want the nuclear future owned by the Russians and the Chinese. We want the nuclear future exactly where the nuclear start came."

"SR-1 Freedom will establish flight-heritage nuclear hardware, set regulatory and launch precedent, and activate the industrial base for future fission power systems across propulsion, surface and long‑duration missions. "

"Getting new nuclear projects off the ground is a financial risk many companies simply can’t take. I’m proud to introduce [the bipartisan ARC Act] with Senator Risch to reduce that risk and accelerate investment in advanced nuclear."

"The U.S. must remain the undisputed global leader when it comes to nuclear energy. To do so, we need advanced reactors that can meet growing energy demand here at home and that we can deliver to customers around the world."

"Nuclear energy is reliable, providing electricity all year, around the clock. … In the last years, we see a global revival of nuclear energy. And Europe wants to be part of it."

"The phaseout of nuclear was a huge mistake, a huge mistake and we miss this energy."

"Illinois is already number one in clean nuclear energy production. That is a leadership mantle we must hold onto. Producing even more energy is vital to keep up with increasing demand and bring down prices." 

"I am directing our Department of Energy to build pathways to foster the next generation of nuclear power right here in New Hampshire."

"Last summer, I took the bold step of greenlighting the first nuclear power project in a generation … We set a goal of building one gigawatt … I’ve decided to raise the bar to five gigawatts. That’s more nuclear energy than has been built anywhere in the United States in the last 30 years!"

"Ladies and gentlemen, there are moments in history when technologies redefine what is possible in a nation. Advanced nuclear for national security belongs in that lineage."

"There are large tech companies that urgently need energy for high-tech manufacturing facilities and data centers. … Nuclear can provide them a dedicated, off-grid solution without impacting the electric rates of Floridians. "

"Nuclear energy will help power our AI future, strengthen our country's energy infrastructure, and provide clean, reliable electricity for everyone. These projects are going to create thousands of skilled jobs in Ohio and Pennsylvania, add new energy to the grid, extend the life of three existing nuclear plants, and accelerate new reactor technologies."

"To break the infrastructure bottleneck and shift the [nuclear industry] from ambition to delivery, Microsoft is announcing an AI for nuclear collaboration with NVIDIA, to provide end-to-end tools that streamline permitting, accelerate design, and optimize operations across the industry."

"We've got an abundance of energy resources that should be developed for the economic benefit of our country, for the security of our country, and we've got great industries across the board, including in wind and solar, but also in oil and gas and nuclear. We truly should encourage all of the above."

"The ETF that we offer that benefits the most is nuclear. … Data centers can’t be down. They can’t take an hour off. They need the highest level of industrial reliability that exists … so reliability is something that’s also benefitting nuclear."

"In the past, some nuclear companies and proponents had criticized the NRC for being too sluggish, overly strict and incapable of dealing with novel reactor designs. In 2024, Congress overwhelmingly passed a law aimed at speeding up the agency’s reviews. Those changes appear to have had an impact. The NRC reviewed TerraPower’s construction permit application in just 18 months — far faster than the 27 months it had initially estimated."

"A majority of Americans in both political parties have come to favor an expansion of nuclear energy. Polls from the Pew Research Center and Gallup show the highest support in years."

"[100% renewables is] not enough to balance the golden triangle of affordability, reliability and sustainability … I'm committed to balancing that triangle, because it has to work for working-class people, and it has to work from a sustainability standpoint. I think with nuclear … it allows for a high-energy lifestyle that still lessens our impact on Earth."

“Under President Trump’s leadership, America will usher in a nuclear energy renaissance. After decades of stagnation and shuttered reactors, President Trump is providing a path forward for nuclear innovation. Today’s executive orders allow for reactor design testing at DOE labs, clear the way for construction on federal lands to protect national and economic security, and remove regulatory barriers by requiring the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to issue timely licensing decisions.”

“As energy demand continues to surge, expanding our existing nuclear fleet and investing in advanced nuclear technologies ensures we have reliable energy to power our homes, fuel for President Trump’s manufacturing revolution, and a stronger electric grid.”

“In these overwhelming votes that we have in the House and Senate, I think nuclear is not only here to stay, but it’s going to just thrive and flourish over the next several years.”

“More zero-emission nuclear power can help meet our growing energy demand while strengthening our energy independence and national security. By making it easier to safely recycle spent nuclear fuel, we can reduce nuclear waste, lower energy costs, and further America’s longstanding global leadership in nuclear energy.”

“To usher in America’s new Golden Age, we must have abundant, affordable, and reliable power. I am committed to ensuring that the United States leads in new nuclear and power generation so America’s future prosperity, energy independence, and national security are secured for generations to come. The time to act is now.”

“To lower costs for consumers and combat climate change, the U.S. and the rest of the world need to be able to rely on sources of clean and abundant power, including nuclear energy.”

“It’s important that we make it easier to produce more energy in this country – not less. The Nuclear REFUEL Act will streamline nuclear regulatory licensing and increase investment of nuclear energy right here in the United States, helping to unleash American energy."

“We are protecting Ontario by building the most resilient energy future any country has ever seen. We are taking our true place as a global clean energy superpower and a leader in nuclear innovation and technology.”

“South Carolina is ready to usher in a nuclear power renaissance. Few states can rival our leadership in nuclear energy. With over half of our state’s electricity generated by nuclear energy and with seven operating reactors, South Carolina has both the experience and infrastructure needed to help implement President Trump's nuclear policy.”

“But without major breakthroughs in storage, wind and solar alone can’t reliably keep the lights on. In the near term, more than half the electricity powering data centers must come from dispatchable sources … Where does dispatchable power come from? One source is nuclear.”

“We won't be able to do any significant exploration or extended stays or build a colony on Mars or the Moon without nuclear power.”

“Americans’ support for the use of nuclear energy as an electricity source in the U.S. has risen six percentage points, to 61%, since Gallup’s last measurement, in 2023. This is just one point shy of the 2010 record high for this question that has been tracked since 1994; it includes 29% of U.S. adults who say they “strongly” and 32% who “somewhat” favor nuclear energy.”

"What if a single technology could help meet many of Europe’s challenges — accelerating decarbonization, enhancing international competitiveness and ensuring the security of energy supplies? Nuclear power has the potential, if Europe’s leaders give it the chance.”

"Nuclear power, which remains the world’s largest source of non-carbon-based energy, will be essential to fighting climate change. Reactors provide enormous amounts of “always-on” electricity generation the grid needs. … With demand for electricity rising, new nuclear developments are imperative.”

"Microreactor power plants represent a significant technological advancement, in safety, security and waste management. They are safe by design, not by intervention protocols. The Janus Program is leveraging the Department of Energy and its network of National Labs to ensure the appropriate expertise is applied to the evaluation of proposed designs, operational plans, and emergency preparedness plans. "