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全球小型模组化反应器市场 - 2024-2031Global Small Modular Reactor Market - 2024-2031 |
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概述
全球小型模组化反应器市场将于 2023 年达到 95 亿美元,预计到 2031 年将达到 128 亿美元,2024-2031 年预测期间CAGR为 3.8%。
小型模组化反应器被设计得更小、更模组化,从而提供了部署和可扩展性。全球小型模组化反应器市场需求来自发电、远端和离网、采矿和资源开采等各个领域的成长。小型模组化反应器具有独特的安全设计和冷却系统,与传统大型反应器相比具有安全特性。
北美小型模组化反应器市场显着成长,俄罗斯和加拿大等国家是主要贡献者。在北美,小型模组化反应器提供的能源组合可以减少对传统燃料的依赖。它提高了能源效率并减少了脆弱性。例如,2023 年 3 月 15 日,GE Hitachi BWRX-300 推出了小型调製反应器,在加拿大实现了里程碑。该专案分为两个阶段,这些阶段由第一个小型模组化反应器技术 BWRX300 完成。
动力学
低碳氢的成长因素
小型模组化反应器为氢气生产提供低碳和永续的能源解决方案。它可以产生大量的低碳,这使得它们适合氢气生产。小型模组化反应器可减少温室气体排放,而脱碳创造了对清洁氢气作为化石燃料替代品的需求。小型模组化反应器采用模组化设计,具有部署灵活性和可扩展性。它可以轻鬆运输并安装在各种地点,包括远端或临时设施,从而能够在难以建立大规模设施的地区生产氢气。
例如,2023 年 6 月 12 日,住友商事株式会社为罗罗公司的小型模组化反应器提供支持,该反应器在英国提供清洁氢气设施。在罗尔斯·罗伊斯进行的这项研究中,他们分析了用于低碳生产氢气的电解小型模组化反应器的热能和电力。罗尔斯·罗伊斯小型水反应器已完成英国通用设计评估的第二阶段。
核电的多功能性
核电提供了多功能性,可以实现更清洁的社会。太阳能、风能、水力发电以及太阳能与核能相结合等清洁技术的各种进步提供了高效的永续能源系统。核能的重大进步,它具有确保持续可靠的电力供应的基载电力。
核电能量密度高,可产生大量电力。它提供了广泛的应用,包括偏远社区和工业园区。其固有的安全特性和降低的建设成本使其成为寻求扩大清洁能源基础设施的国家的有吸引力的选择。
小型模组化反应器的局限性
与传统的大型核电厂相比,最初建造小型模组化反应器所需的投资可能相对较高。小型模组化反应器的开发、授权和建造可能涉及大量财政资源。与传统核反应器相比,小型模组化反应器通常具有较小的功率输出。
批准和许可小型模组化反应器的监管过程可能漫长而复杂。政府与核子技术相关的严格安全标准和监管要求可能会给小型模组化反应器带来挑战和延误。克服公众阻力并获得社会认可可能是小型模组化反应器广泛采用的重大挑战。
Overview
The Global Small Modular Reactor Market reached US$ 9.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 12.8 billion by 2031 growing with a CAGR of 3.8% during the forecast period 2024-2031.
Small modular reactors are designed to be smaller and modular, which provides deployment and scalability. The global small modular reactor market demand increases from various sectors such as power generation, remote and off-grid, mining and resource extraction. The small modular reactor has unique safety designs and cooling systems that offer safety characteristics when compared with traditional large reactors.
North America witnessed significant growth in the small modular reactor market, countries like Russia and Canada being major contributors. In North America, a small modular reactor offers an energy mix that reduces dependency on traditional fuels. It enhances energy efficiency and leads to decrease vulnerability. For instance, on 15 March 2023, GE Hitachi BWRX-300 launches a small modulator reactor that achieves milestones in Canada. The project is segmented into two phases and these phases are completed by BWRX300 the first small modular reactor technology.
Dynamics
Growth Factors for Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production
Small modular reactors offer low-carbon and sustainable energy solution for the production of hydrogen. It can generate large amounts of low carbon which makes them suitable for hydrogen production. Small modular reactors offer less greenhouse gas emissions and decarbonization created a demand for clean hydrogen as an alternative to fossil fuels. Small modular reactors have a modular design, allowing for flexibility in deployment and scalability. It can be easily transported and installed in various locations, including remote or temporary settings, enabling hydrogen production in areas where it may be challenging to establish large-scale facilities.
For instance, on 12 Jun 2023, Sumitomo Corporation support Rolls-Royce's small modular reactors that provide clean hydrogen facility in UK. The study conducted by Rolls-Royce in which they analyze both heat and power from small modular reactor used by electrolyzes for low-carbon production of hydrogen. Rolls-Royce small water reactor has processed the second stage of UK generic design assessments.
Versatile Nature of Nuclear Power
Nuclear power offers versatility that leads to achieving a cleaner society. Various advancements in clean technologies such as solar, wind, hydropower and solar power integrated with nuclear energy provide highly efficient sustainable energy systems. The major advancement of nuclear energy, it has baseload power that ensures a constant and reliable electric supply.
Nuclear power has high energy density which generates a large amount of electricity. It offers a wide range of application which includes remote communities and industrial complexes. Its inherent safety features and reduced construction costs make them an attractive choice for countries looking to expand their clean energy infrastructure.
Limitations of Small Modular Reactors
Initially building small modular reactors require an investment that can be relatively high compared to traditional larger nuclear power plants. The development, licensing and construction of small modular reactors may involve significant financial resources. Small modular reactors generally have a smaller power output compared to conventional nuclear reactors.
The regulatory process for approving and licensing small modular reactors can be lengthy and complex. Government stringent safety standards and regulatory requirements associated with nuclear technology can pose challenges and delays in bringing small modular reactors. Overcoming public resistance and gaining social acceptance can be a significant challenge for the widespread adoption of small modular reactors.
The global small modular reactor is segmented based on reactor, connectivity, location, deployment, applications and region.
Advancement of Light-water Small Modular Reactor
Small modular reactor light water nuclear reactors are used for easy transportation. The small modular reactor has various advancements that offer mobility and flexibility in situations where power is needed in remote or temporary settings, such as mining operations, military bases, disaster response or small communities.
Light-water small modular reactors offer potential cost advantages compared to larger nuclear power plants. The reduced size and weight can lead to lower construction and maintenance costs, streamlined manufacturing processes and shorter project timelines. The light-water small modular reactor uses renewable energy resources which provides consistent and reliable power generation.
Silicone Market Growth in Asia-Pacific Driven by Innovations and Infrastructure Development
North America and Asia-Pacific witnessed a rise in demand for small modular reactors. Advancements in innovations and technology rapidly growing in these countries such as China, India, Russia and Canada. The countries have major nuclear reactor plants. Collaboration between governments which leads to increase growth and development of infrastructure in these countries, which leads to increased demand for small modular reactors market.
For instance, on 4 June 2023, In an interview with Science and technology ministry, India said that they working on developing new technologies such as small modular reactors which holds a capacity of 300MW. The minister also said first time in India, the Indian government approved a proposal to construct 10 nuclear reactors. The innovation and initiative will boost the growth of the small modular reactor market.
The economic uncertainty cause during the pandemic has affected the financing of small modular reactor projects. Investors have taken back their investments which led to a slowdown in funding for new projects. The uncertainty surrounding energy markets and future energy demand has also made it difficult to secure long-term financing for small modular reactors deployments.
The pandemic has affected the regulatory processes involved in the licensing and approval of small modular reactors projects. Safety assessments, inspections and public consultations have been impacted, leading to delays in the regulatory approval timeline. Governments change their priority towards short term energy needs.
Government policies and trade affected the growth of the small modular reactor market. Due to war, there is economic instability and cost fluctuation which affected the overall demand of the small modular reactor market. Due to conflict, there is a limitation and trade restriction that limits the supply chain management of small modular reactor between countries.
For instance, on 5 oct 2022, Due to war between Russia and Ukraine has brought attention to the challenges and vulnerabilities associated with small modular reactors (SMRs) in wartime situations. Russian army seizes Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant from Ukraine which raise safety concern. The attacks on the Zaporizhzhia plant, involving shelling and rocket strikes, have resulted in operational disruptions and forced shutdowns, impacting the electricity supply in Ukraine.
The major global players in the market include Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, NuScale Power, LLC., Terrestrial Energy Inc., Moltex Energy, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy, X Energy, LLC., Rolls-Royce, Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation, LeadCold Reactors, General Atomics.
The global small modular reactor market report would provide approximately 77 tables, 74 figures and 205 Pages
Target Audience 2024
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