New York publishes paper on new nuclear options, launches Nuclear Reliability Ba

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New York publishes paper on new nuclear options, launches Nuclear Reliability Backbone

https://www.ans.org/news/2026-06-17/article-8129/new-york-publishes-paper-on-new-nuclear-options-launches-nuclear-reliability-backbone/

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Source: ans.org.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and the Department of Public Service released a preliminary policy paper on June 12. The report evaluates pathways to deploy 5 gigawatts of advanced nuclear power. Concurrently, the Public Service Commission launched the Nuclear Reliability Backbone initiative to examine integration strategies.

The report estimates public support costs between $15.4 billion and $23.9 billion over 25 years, depending on reactor technology and site selection. It highlights the trade-offs between mature light water reactors and small modular designs. These findings provide a framework for addressing construction risks and revenue sufficiency to attract private investment.

New York's ambitious efforts to add at least 5 gigawatts of new nuclear power raise several questions: How much will it cost the state, the federal government, and ratepayers? Where does private investment fit into the picture? What nuclear reactor designs should developers pursue?

To provide clarity and direction to these and other concerns, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and Department of Public Service issued the preliminary draft of its advanced nuclear policy options paper on June 12.

About the paper: The 91-page report—and its five appendices—evaluates a "broad range of policy mechanisms" and identifies options at New York's disposal to deploy new nuclear facilities that are feasible, cost-effective, and minimize risk to the public.

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https://www.ans.org/news/2026-06-17/article-8129/new-york-publishes-paper-on-new-nuclear-options-launches-nuclear-reliability-backbone/