Rolls-Royce SMR (Unit 1)
Rolls-Royce SMR Unit 1 is a planned small modular reactor (SMR) project in the UK, with a specific site yet to be finalized. This unit is notable for advancing SMR technology in the UK, offering a capacity of 470 MWe net to support flexible, low-carbon energy production. It remains in the planning s
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Rolls-Royce SMR (Unit 1)
Status: PLANNED Category: SMR Country: UK UK Type: PWR-SMR PWR-SMR Capacity: 470 MWe
Overview
Rolls-Royce SMR Unit 1 is a planned small modular reactor (SMR) project in the UK, with a specific site yet to be finalized. This unit is notable for advancing SMR technology in the UK, offering a capacity of 470 MWe net to support flexible, low-carbon energy production. It remains in the planning stage as part of Rolls-Royce's innovative nuclear strategy.
Key Facts
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- Rolls-Royce SMR Official Page [UNVERIFIED] — Official information on the Rolls-Royce SMR project and its development.
- World Nuclear Association - UK Profile — Overview of nuclear energy in the UK, including details on SMR initiatives.
- World Nuclear News - Rolls-Royce SMR [UNVERIFIED] — Article on the submission of the Rolls-Royce SMR design for UK regulatory assessment.
- Reuters - Rolls-Royce SMR Funding [UNVERIFIED] — News on funding secured for the Rolls-Royce SMR project.
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