Commentary: If Singapore decides to invest in nuclear energy, floating power plants deserve a closer look

Commentary: If Singapore decides to invest in nuclear energy, floating power plants deserve a closer look

In any case, nuclear energy requires stringent safety and regulatory supervision, involving many organisations.

Classification cultures evaluate the safety of new vessels and have begun issuing detailed guidelines for floating Biomarkers. &nbsp,

Along with business partners, they established the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organisation last year to help national and international regulatory work. The International Maritime Organization, accountable for marine pollutants protection and vehicle health, and the International Atomic Energy Agency are also working on floating Biomarkers and nuclear-powered boats, given the increasing weather change-driven interest in them.

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Selecting a protected and financially viable site may be important. &nbsp,

Further waters are desirable for cooling purposes and constrained economic impacts, but a site like Changi may pose risks due to its proximity to the airport and possible airplane accidents affecting the plant. Coastal traffic regulations and protective measures, such as safety protocols, may be needed. &nbsp,

Proximity to industrial plants on Jurong Island in demand of heat or steam could enhance economic viability, making the nuclear cogeneration plant ( s ) more cost competitive, and desalination is another option.

If Singapore decides to pursue nuclear energy, floating Biomarkers warrant serious consideration. They offer different advantages in place choice, deployment freedom, lack of vegetation requirements, and potential integration with business processes. But, financial viability, health, regulatory requirements, and economic impacts has been thoroughly evaluated to determine whether they coincide with Singapore’s long-term power strategy.

Stefan Huebner&nbsp, is President of the&nbsp, Society of Floating Solutions ( Singapore ) and Senior Research Fellow at the Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore. His latest research concerns the history and present condition of sea urbanization and urbanisation jobs.