EO 14301
Reforming Nuclear Reactor Testing at the Department of Energy
Energy & EnvironmentGovernment ReformTechnology
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Summary
This executive order directs the Department of Energy to streamline and accelerate the review, approval, and deployment of advanced nuclear reactor designs at national laboratories, with the goal of making qualified test reactors operational within 2 years of application submission. The order asserts that advanced reactors used for research purposes fall under DOE jurisdiction rather than commercial nuclear regulation.
Key Points
- 1DOE must issue guidance within 60 days defining what qualifies as a 'qualified test reactor' for purposes of this order
- 2DOE must revise its regulations, guidance, and procedures within 90 days to significantly expedite review and approval of advanced reactors, with a target of 2-year deployment timelines
- 3DOE must establish coordinated review teams including relevant offices and national laboratories to assist applicants and expedite processing
- 4The order clarifies that advanced reactors used for research and development at DOE facilities fall under DOE jurisdiction rather than commercial nuclear regulatory oversight
- 5Advanced reactor technologies covered include microreactors, small modular reactors, and Generation III+ and Generation IV reactors
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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