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DougBee

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11. What about the nuclear plant construction costs and the waste fuel.
Wed Jan 28, 2026, 04:15 PM
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The. Cost of energy production from nuclear reactors will be much higher and where are the spent fuel going for 10,000 + years, that has been produced since 1960. Oh Thats right, There is no plan.

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Solar PV Key Cost and Development Comparisons Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE):

Utility-scale solar PV is estimated at ($24 )/MWh, while nuclear remains one of the most expensive, often exceeding ($100)/MWh.

Capital Cost: Solar installation costs have plummeted by 90% since 2009, with utility-scale projects costing less than ($1,000) per kW. In contrast, nuclear construction costs are extremely high, often cited around ($6,500) to over ($12,000) per kW.

Construction Time: Solar farms can be built in months (e.g., 9-24 months), whereas nuclear plants frequently take 7 to 10+ years to complete.

Operational Costs: Nuclear has high maintenance, security, and waste disposal costs. Solar requires minimal maintenance and is projected to become even cheaper by 2050. 

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