Westinghouse Supports MO Electric ISRS Legislation
Jefferson City, MO — The company behind the development of the next-generation in small modular reactor technology, Westinghouse Electric Company, is partnering with Missouri’s electric utilities in strong support of ISRS legislation to modernize the state’s aging electrical grid.
Westinghouse is focused on Missouri as a location to develop and manufacture cutting-edge small modular reactors. Over the past year, Westinghouse has worked with scientists at the University of Missouri and the Missouri University of Science and Technology researching SMRs. Just today, it was reported that Westinghouse will compete for a second Department of Energy funding opportunity supporting the development of small modular reactors.
“Missouri has an opportunity to be on the forefront of an emerging industry that will bring jobs and economic development to the Show-Me State, but currently, our state’s aging electrical infrastructure is holding us back,” said Irl Scissors, spokesman for Missourians for a Balanced Energy Future.
“We are proud to officially welcome Westinghouse to our coalition supporting this important ISRS legislation. Their support shows once again why updating our electrical grid and streamlining outdated regulations is critically important to Missouri’s future growth and opportunity presented by small modular reactors.”
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To schedule an interview with Irl Scissors, call (314) 368-4330 or email irl@moenergyfuture.org
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