According to the World Nuclear Industry Status Report released on Monday, the record level of global nuclear power production achieved in 2024 will be difficult to sustain in the coming years. The US, in particular, has emerged as a vocal proponent of nuclear energy, making it a central focus of its energy policy. Beyond the US, a diverse range of countries, from those with established nuclear programs to emerging economies, are exploring or re-evaluating nuclear power. Rise of SMRs and outlookCopy link to sectionIn 2024, global nuclear power generation rebounded to a record 2,677 terawatt-hours, primarily driven by China’s growth, according to the nuclear industry status report data. Last year, investment in renewables was 21 times greater than in nuclear power, and the added capacity from renewables exceeded net nuclear additions by over 100 times.