The latest reports and academic papers exploring the feasibility and implications of the Repower initiative.
June 6, 2024
Repower Initiative is focused on delivering tangible alternatives to coal fired power plants in Asia and across the globe. With philanthropic funding from HSBC, the Repower Initiative is undertaking research to explore the feasibility of repowering in Asia, including identifying potential sites for conversion.
October 31, 2024
Governance Challenges and Possible Solutions
September 10, 2024
The study included an analysis of hydrological conditions from 2010 to 2023 at selected locations, which determined the potential for siting high-power nuclear reactors. An analytical model was used to calculate the required water intake for cooling, and the results were compared with actual river flow measurements. The findings suggested that constructing an inland nuclear power plant in Poland is feasible while complying with legal standards regarding maximum cooling water temperature.
March 28, 2023
This article presents the results of a techno-economic analysis of repowering a coal-fired power plant’s steam turbine system to instead accept heat produced by a pressurized water reactor-type small modular nuclear system
August 11, 2022
This paper presents the results of a techno-economic analysis of three repowering cases of a 460 MW supercritical coal-fired unit in Poland.
April 29, 2021
This paper analyses the future of the existing Polish coal-fired power fleet and proposes retrofitting existing coal-fired units by replacing coal-fired boilers with small modular reactors.
December 28, 2020
This study assesses the future of the coal power sector by evaluating the full spectrum of retrofit decarbonization options (e.g. carbon capture, fuel conversion and replacing coal boilers with new low-carbon energy sources)
October 1, 2023
The need to decarbonize the energy sector will leave infrastructure and workers of retired coal-fired power plants behind, designing these plants in a way that they can be swiftly transformed to provide low-carbon energy could make them nuclear-ready.
January 31, 2022
A three-stage strategy to explore the potential of repowering coal power by nuclear energy in China is proposed. Namely, coastal plants followed by inland plants close to the coast and finally inland plants.
August 19, 2022
The study assesses the potential to convert retired coal plants into nuclear energy sites in the U.S., finding that 80% of evaluated sites are suitable. A case study shows this transition could cut costs by 15-35% and boost local economies by adding jobs and increasing regional economic activity.
The System Analysis and Integration Campaign (SA&I) conducted a study to estimate the potential for siting new 600 MWe+ facilities at operational and recently retired coal and nuclear power plant sites. Using updated 2024 data and prior analysis tools, they assessed CPP sites, current NPP sites with canceled unit plans, and others based on aerial and visual analysis of site footprints.
September 25, 2024
This study examines the effects of converting coal-fired power plants to nuclear (C2N) on Guangdong Province's energy system. Through three hypothetical scenarios, it finds that increased nuclear capacity reduces fuel consumption, costs, and carbon emissions, potentially achieving near energy self-sufficiency by 2060. C2N is highlighted as a key strategy for carbon reduction and sustainable energy development.
Retrofitting coal-fired power plants with nuclear reactors presents a viable pathway for reducing carbon emissions in China's power industry. This study recommends using High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactors (HTGR) due to their compatibility with existing coal plant infrastructure. The results highlight the potential of HTGR retrofitting, specifically the 210 MWe HTR-PM reactor, as a promising approach for decarbonization.
The diversity in nuclear restrictions and energy prices across sites significantly influenced their suitability for nuclear deployment. The study also highlights the importance of regional attributes. It provides a targeted approach for policymakers, utilities, and energy modelers in prioritizing C2N transitions, marking a critical step toward the United States’ deep decarbonization goals.
April 24, 2024
Coal-to-nuclear transitions could dramatically increase the supply of reliable, clean electricity to the grid and make progress toward the nation’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
March 12, 2024
The report assesses the potential impact and market size of ETES technologies, identifies regulatory and policy gaps, and outlines necessary enablers to achieve this tipping point. Additionally, action plans for several countries are provided to guide policymakers and grid operators in scaling up ETES deployment.
January 15, 2024
As the global energy sector moves away from fossil fuels, communities are facing complex decisions on transitioning to sustainable energy and economic development. In response to requests from Net Zero World Initiative delegations, an analysis examined pathways for environmental remediation, economic recovery, and infrastructure repurposing in select U.S. and Chilean communities.
December 14, 2023
November 28, 2023
This report discusses the cost-benefit analysis of coal plant repurposing in developing countries.
This report examines the power situation in three developing countries, South Africa, Chile and India, based on their economic prowess within respective regions, predominance of coal in economic activities, and vulnerability to climate change, which make an interesting case for an analysis of repurposing coal plants in developing countries.
March 1, 2013
This report explains the approach that the ORNL developed for screening a sample set of “small” coal stations for possible repowering with SMRs, including spatial modelling and initial results.
September 1, 2021
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) developed the Oak Ridge Siting Analysis for Power Generation Expansion (OR-SAGE) tool in response to studies on national electrical energy supply.
October 1, 2021
How new nuclear power plants can re-energize communities when coal plants close
December 1, 2021
The purpose of this report is to provide information to utilities and other stakeholders for their consideration in transitioning a coal power plant to nuclear power.
December 22, 2021
The NuScale Power Company published a report advocating the use of small modular reactors (SMRs) to replace coal-fired power plants.
September 13, 2022
The report evaluates the potential for coal-to-nuclear (C2N) transitions by siting nuclear reactors at retired coal power plants in the United States.
The report discusses whether advanced nuclear energy can help repower the Coal Country, i.e., the United States.
October 10, 2023
This report discusses key issues to consider and understand when evaluating whether closing coal-fired plants can effectively be repurposed for nuclear power generation.
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