#2026 Energy Outlook

Nuclear Energy's Resurgence: Global Capacity Poised for 2026 Boom Amid Investment Surge

A global investment surge is set to ignite a significant increase in new nuclear energy capacity projects in 2026. This resurgence is driven by an urgent need for decarbonization, energy security, and the escalating power demands of an increasingly digital world, particularly from AI and data centers. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are leading this transformative shift, making nuclear power more flexible, economical, and attractive to investors and nations worldwide.