Alexey Likhachev,CEO of Rosatom,stressed need for regulatory overhaul to keep Russia ahead in small nuclear plant sector. Writing in Strana Rosatom,he called low-power nuclear plants (LPPP) a key future trend but warned of big regulatory challenges.
Authorities view these facilities with caution due to their newness,Likhachev noted. For Russia to stay at forefront of small nuclear market,it must rethink licensing approach. He called this shift nationally important.
Rosatom chief pointed to global trend away from excessive conservatism in nuclear rules,mentioning U.S . regulator's role in industry progress . He hopes Russia will do same,revamping regulations to speed up LPPP projects while keeping safety intact .
Nuclear energy's shifting terrain... Likhachev's take shows critical moment for Russia's strategy,balancing innovation and safety as industry changes fast.
