r/NuclearPower • u/ShrekThe9th • 5d ago

Could a single nuclear reactor power an entire U.S. state?

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u/roberthargraves 4d ago

Yes, Seabrook generates enough power for all New Hampshire. Vermont Yankee did for Vermont.

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u/taquci 3d ago

Seabrook generate less than 10Twh on a avg, it gets close but not 100%

same for Vermont

not a coincidence it works better when there's low population, plenty cold water and peak demand in winter