As the advanced reactor landscape continues to evolve, interest in the licensing and deployment of microreactors is increasing. The staff has engaged with microreactor developers and other external entities to better understand their technologies and planned deployment models.
The NRC stands ready to license microreactors today under 10 CFR Part 50 and 10 CFR Part 52. The proposed 10 CFR Part 53, will provide an additional, technology-inclusive framework for licensing advanced technologies, including microreactors.
The staff is proactively reviewing the current regulatory framework and identifying ways to streamline the licensing of microreactors, acknowledging their reduced risk profiles and enhanced safety features. Further information on the staff’s activities can be found through the links below.
