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Assessment of Small Modular Reactor Suitability for Use on or Near Air Force Space Command Installations

Middleton, Bobby M.; Boland, Thomas R.; Schlafli, William E.; Landrey, Bruce

This is the initial milestone report of the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Suitability study by Sandia National Laboratories and the Scitor Team (Scitor Corporation and Landrey & Company). This study reflects the intent of the memorandum of understanding between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Defense (DOD) to enhance national energy security and demonstrate leadership in transitioning to a low carbon economy. This report summarizes existing guidance and studies relating to SMRs and includes an update on light water reactor SMR technology. A key product of this phase of the study is identification of Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado and Clear Air Force Station, Alaska for detailed use case SMR suitability analyses. The final report in December 2015 will assess the feasibility of SMRs for energy security and clean energy for Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) installations.