That low operating temperature also allows the reactor to use natural circulation for cooling instead of energy-hungry pumps.
The LDR-50 aims to solve this problem by providing a more eco-friendly way to heat the water.
The simple design also allows the LDR-50 to come in a cargo container-sized package.
The company can easily drop in the reactor underground to boost safety while saving coveted urban space.
The company has not explicitly mentioned the nuclear fuel the LDR-50 uses.
The company is backed by Belgian engineering firm Tractebel’s nuclear expertise.
