Meticulous Research(R)의 조사 보고서 "소형 모듈 원자로 시장 : 유형별(경수로, 고온로), 냉각재별(물, 액체 납), 전개 방식별, 연료 유형별(우라늄), 용도별(발전, 해수담수화), 지역별 - 2031년까지의 세계 예측"은 주요 5개 지역의 소형 모듈 원자로 시장을 상세히 분석하여 현재 시장 동향, 시장 규모, 시장 점유율, 최근 동향, 2031년까지의 예측 등에 대해 조사 분석하였습니다.
소형 모듈 원자로 시장은 2024년부터 2031년까지 2.4%의 CAGR로 2031년까지 63억 달러에 달할 것으로 예상됩니다.
발전용 SMR의 채택 증가, 탈탄소화 추진을 위한 정부의 노력 증가, 신뢰성과 유연성이 높은 원자력 발전에 대한 수요 증가 등이 이 시장의 성장을 촉진하고 있습니다. 그러나 SMR 도입에 대한 엄격한 규제 정책과 기준은 이 시장의 성장을 저해하고 있습니다. 또한, 에너지 분야에서 순배출량 제로와 탈탄소화에 대한 관심이 높아지면서 시장 성장 기회가 창출될 것으로 예상됩니다. 그러나 표준화된 라이선스 프로세스의 부재는 이 시장에서 사업을 전개하는 기업들에게 큰 도전이 되고 있습니다. 또한, 깨끗하고 신뢰할 수 있는 에너지원에 대한 수요 증가는 이 시장에서 두드러진 추세로 작용하고 있습니다.
Small Modular Reactors Market by Type (Light-water Reactors, High-temperature Reactors), Coolant (Water, Liquid Lead), Deployment Mode, Fuel Type (Uranium), Application (Power Generation, Desalination) and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031
The research report titled 'Small Modular Reactors Market by Type (Light-water Reactors, High-temperature Reactors), Coolant (Water, Liquid Lead), Deployment Mode, Fuel Type (Uranium), Application (Power Generation, Desalination) and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031' from Meticulous Research(R) provides an in-depth analysis of the small modular reactors market in five major geographies and focuses on the current market trends, market sizes, market shares, recent developments, and forecasts to 2031.
The small modular reactors market is projected to reach $6.3 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 2.4% from 2024 to 2031.
The growth of this market is driven by the rising adoption of SMRs for power generation, increasing government initiatives aimed at promoting decarbonization, and growing demand for reliable and flexible nuclear power. However, stringent regulatory policies and standards for deploying SMRs restrain the growth of this market. Furthermore, the increasing focus on net zero emission and decarbonization in the energy sector is expected to create market growth opportunities. However, the lack of a standard licensing process is a major challenge for the players operating in this market. Additionally, the rising demand for clean and reliable energy sources is a prominent trend in this market.
The small modular reactors market is segmented by type (light-water reactors [pressurized water reactors and boiling water reactors], heavy-water reactors, high-temperature reactors, fast neutron reactors, molten salt reactors, and fast breeder reactors), coolant type (liquid lead, gases, water, and other coolants), deployment mode (land-based deployment and marine-based deployment), fuel type (uranium and other fuel types), application (power generation [single-module power plants and multi-module power plants] process heat, desalination, and other applications), and geography. The study also evaluates industry competitors and analyses the market at the regional and country levels.
Based on type, the small modular reactors market is segmented into light-water reactors, heavy-water reactors, high-temperature reactors, fast neutron reactors, molten salt reactors, and fast breeder reactors. In 2024, the light-water reactors segment is expected to account for the largest share of the small modular reactors market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing use of light-water reactors due to the higher efficiency of generating energy from water and the growing ability to serve both as a moderator and coolant to carry away the energy generated by nuclear fission. Also, this segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on coolant type, the small modular reactors market is segmented into liquid lead, gases, water, and other coolants. In 2024, the water segment is expected to account for the largest share of the small modular reactors market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing need for water coolant to convey heat from the reactor core to the steam turbines and the growing adoption of water coolant to maintain manageable pressures within the core. Moreover, the water segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on deployment mode, the small modular reactors market is segmented into land-based and marine-based deployment. In 2024, the land-based deployment segment is expected to account for the larger share of the small modular reactors market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the cost-efficiency of land-based deployment. Operational and maintenance costs are generally lower for land-based SMRs due to easier accessibility for maintenance crews and reduced logistical challenges. However, the marine-based deployment segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Marine-based deployment of SMRs can mitigate environmental impacts associated with land use, making it a viable option for densely populated coastal regions or areas with limited land availability. Offshore SMRs also offer off-grid power solutions for remote communities or industrial operations, reducing reliance on onshore grid infrastructure. These benefits are anticipated to drive the growth of this segment in the coming years.
Based on fuel type, the small modular reactors market is segmented into uranium and other fuel type. In 2024, the uranium segment is expected to account for the larger share of the small modular reactors market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the increasing demand for uranium, primarily for its capability to generate large-scale, low-carbon baseload electricity in nuclear power plants through nuclear fission reactions. Moreover, the uranium segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on application, the small modular reactors market is segmented into power generation, process heat, desalination, and other applications. In 2024, the power generation segment is expected to account for the largest share of the small modular reactors market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the rising need for low-carbon alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-based power generation and government policies & incentives aimed at promoting the adoption of SMRs. Moreover, the power generation segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on geography, the small modular reactors market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. In 2024, Asia-pacific is expected to account for the largest share of the small modular reactors systems market, followed by Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Asia-Pacific's major market share can be attributed to the presence of leading industry players offering SMRs, increasing deployments in coastal, island, and offshore areas, and the rising trend of integrating renewable energy sources with SMRs, and the growing demand for low-carbon, reliable, and flexible power generation solutions in the region. Moreover, the market in Asia-Pacific is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
The key players operating in the small modular reactors market include Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (Canada), Fluor Corporation (U.S.), General Electric Company (U.S.), Holtec International (U.S.), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (Japan), Rolls-Royce plc (U.K.), Terrestrial Energy Inc. (Canada), X Energy, LLC (U.S.), Westinghouse Electric Company LLC (U.S.), Kairos Power (U.S.), TerraPower, LLC (U.S.), Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (Japan), ARC Clean Technology, Inc. (Canada), and Leadcold (Sweden), and General Atomics (U.S.).
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment- by Type
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment-by Coolant Type
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment-by Deployment Mode
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment-by Fuel Type
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment-by Application
Small Modular Reactors Market Assessment-by Geography