CNL Welcomes Release of Small Modular Reactor Action Plan CNL Welcomes Release of Small Modular Reactor Action Plan CHALK RIVER, Ontario, Dec. 18, 2020 — Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, welcome today’s release of Canada’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Action Plan, by the Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Minister of Natural Resources. This important document outlines a compelling case for new nuclear technology, and the necessary actions to bring this clean energy option forward to deployment. “Climate change is the greatest challenge facing our world. This action plan makes clear that the path to a zero-emissions future in Canada will include new nuclear technology,” explains Joe McBrearty, President and CEO of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories. “As Canada’s national nuclear laboratory we have been working closely with government and with the private sector to enable small modular reactor deployment by providing the scientific expertise necessary in these important endeavours. We welcome this Action Plan and are proud to play our part in achieving the vision it sets out.”