CNSC Approves License for Darlington Nuclear Project's SMR
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) has granted a power reactor construction license for the first unit of the Darlington New Nuclear Project. This development marks a step forward in Ontario's energy sector, involving the deployment of a small modular reactor (SMR) at the Darlington site near Bowmanville.
The announcement was made by Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines, following the CNSC's decision. Small modular reactors are smaller and more flexible nuclear reactors that offer a different approach compared to traditional large-scale nuclear facilities.
The Darlington project aims to incorporate this technology as part of Ontario's existing energy infrastructure. Further details regarding the construction timeline and operational specifics of the reactor are yet to be detailed by the project stakeholders.