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The U.S. lacks large-scale nuclear plants due to financial structure issues, not safety. Project finance is proposed to address this, separating liabilities and allowing investors to fund assets directly.

With projected industrial electricity demand rising significantly, nuclear is positioned as a crucial baseload power source. A structured approach involves standardized designs, equity partners, debt providers supported by the Department of Energy, long-term power purchase agreements from major tech companies, and government incentives.

This could reduce costs and improve competitiveness, allowing nuclear LCOE to match commercial viability. The current regulatory framework needs reform to encourage investment, as stable regulations could significantly reduce project costs. Project finance could revitalize U.S. nuclear energy and align it with economic and environmental objectives.