The Global Race for Small Modular Reactors: How Russia, China and India Are Revolutionizing Nuclear Energy

Sep 27, 2025 08:05 pm CST

Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are emerging as game-changers in the global energy landscape. This article explores how Russia is constructing land-based SMRs, China has commissioned operational units, and India is developing its indigenous Bharat Small Modular Reactor. With their compact design, factory assembly, and versatile applications, these reactors offer promising solutions for reliable clean energy across remote locations and data centers, potentially accelerating India's ambitious 100GW nuclear power goal while supporting AI-driven infrastructure needs.