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The UK government has unveiled ambitious plans to develop small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) in collaboration with US firms, aiming to reduce dependence on Russian energy. While global players like China and Russia expand their own nuclear projects, experts express skepticism regarding the engineering and commercial viability of SMRs.

Challenges include lengthy regulatory approval processes and inherent inefficiencies compared to larger reactors. Despite the hype surrounding SMRs, many doubt their practicality for powering data centers, pointing out that building near existing energy sources may be more feasible.