Listen to this articleMr Warit said Egat has studied SMR technology from several countries, including China and South Korea. SMR ADVANTAGESWhile traditional nuclear power plants typically spark public safety concerns following the Fukushima disaster, SMR technology features a smaller reactor than traditional ones. Egat has studied SMR technology from several countries, including China and South Korea. He said South Korea is a good example of effective technology development, particularly SMR technology. Moreover, Kepco Nuclear Fuel is currently the only nuclear fuel manufacturer in the country that produces fuel cells for both light water reactors and heavy water reactors.

Source: Bangkok Post December 30, 2025 00:21 UTC