Nuclear

New Nuclear Investment Could Deliver Reliable Energy, Lower Costs, and Thousands of Skilled Jobs As electricity demand continues to rise across the United States, advocates...

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A fast‑moving week of infrastructure milestones, energy policy shifts, nuclear developments, and regional projects reshaping transportation, reliability, and economic growth across the region. We scour the internet, so you don’t have to!

New Jersey once again turns toward nuclear energy as policymakers confront rising electricity demand, aging infrastructure, and the need for carbon‑free generation. But local environmental groups oppose the Sherrill administration’s openness to next‑generation reactors and state lawmakers advancing new procurement legislation.

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New Jersey’s nuclear story is entering a new era. From Oyster Creek’s historic beginnings to Salem and Hope Creek powering millions of homes today. After decades of limits on new development, the state is once again opening the door to nuclear energy to help meet rising demand and strengthen grid reliability.

Governor Mikie Sherrill signed legislation at the Salem Nuclear Power Plant removing a decades-old barrier that effectively blocked new nuclear development. With demand rising and energy costs climbing, state leaders are positioning New Jersey to lead the next generation of clean, carbon-free power.

"And while their carbon emissions have dropped at least 32% since 2000, Germany 'simply doesn’t have enough energy-generation capacity,' Merz said."