Nuclear energy generates a significant amount of low-carbon electricity across the United States. In 2021, that amount accounted for 20% of all electricity generation in the United States. It is seen as a reliable baseload energy source that can support decarbonization efforts and provide long-term workforce opportunities.  Nuclear reactors are located in 28 states and advanced nuclear reactor projects are being explored in multiple states.  

Advanced nuclear reactors are an innovative technology with advanced safety measures and efficient and streamlined designs. State Energy Offices are exploring ways to incorporate advanced nuclear reactors into their programs and policies and better understand the intersections with other key issues such as integration of renewable energy and hydrogen production. 

The NASEO-NARUC Advanced Nuclear State Collaborative (ANSC) convenes state utility regulators, State Energy Officials, and invited experts to exchange questions, needs, and challenges relating to the planning and deployment of new advanced nuclear generation. ANSC participants will have the opportunity to share information on the regulatory, policy, and programmatic steps needed to facilitate the deployment of advanced nuclear and work with peers across different states.