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UK's First Small Modular Reactors: A New Era for Nuclear Energy

The UK government has announced plans to build three small modular reactors (SMRs) in north Wales, marking a significant step towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. However, the decision has sparked a diplomatic row with the US, which had hoped to secure a contract for its own manufacturer, Westinghouse Electric Company. The project, led by British manufacturer Rolls-Royce, aims to drive down costs and speed up installation, with the potential to generate 470 megawatts of power. The government has also committed to investing £2.5 billion in the project and exploring further large-scale reactors in Scotland. While the project faces some criticism, it represents a major opportunity for the UK to embrace nuclear energy and position itself as a global leader in clean power generation.