Economics of SMRs for resource extraction

Everyone agrees Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) economics are important, but what does that mean? What does this mean for resource extraction? What can we do to change the story? Economic competitiveness is measured differently by different groups.SMRs can be a competitive option in terms of capital costs and electricity prices - SMR Roadmap. Is there potential in mining? Preliminary economic estimates show SMRs are economically competitive with diesel in remote communities and off-grid mines. Is there potential in the Oil Sands? How can SMRs compete in Resource Extraction? Vendors should focus on lowering overnight capital costs. Utilities/Users require levelized costs of electricity/energy comparable to alternatives. Communities expect indirect economic benefits. Governments need to continue to support clean energy policies.