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Expert Explains: Why Thorium-based nuclear power generation is key to securing India’s energy independence
['Anil Sasi', 'Anil Sasi Is The National Business Editor At The Indian Express', 'Where He Steers The Newspaper S Coverage Of The Indian Economy', 'Corporate Affairs', 'Financial Policy. As A Senior Editor', "He Plays A Pivotal Role In Shaping The Narrative Around India'S Business Landscape. Professional Experience Sasi Brings Extensive Experience Some Of India S Most Respected Financial Dailies. Prior To His Leadership Role At The Indian Express", 'He Worked With', 'The Hindu Business Line', 'Business Standard', 'His Career Trajectory Across These Premier Publications Demonstrates A Consistent Track Record Of Rigorous Financial Reporting']
The Indian Express
To what extent does the scale up of our PHWR capacity now potentially offer an opportunity for faster transition to thorium-based nuclear power generation in India?
Transitioning to thorium based nuclear power generation in India is critical to our securing energy independence.
This scale-up is clearly an opportunity to start producing fissile U233 at scale in PHWRs and enable a faster transition to thorium-based nuclear power generation in India.
Nuclear fuel breeding would be necessary to meet our emerging energy needs, at least till fusion energy arrives on the scene.
Further we should prioritise our development effort for futuristic technologies needed for our country (metal fuel reactors, molten salt reactors, high temperature reactors, thorium fuel cycles etc.