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Several industry leaders spoke about the potential of small modular reactors (SMRs) in addressing the urgent energy needs, particularly as data centers require constant power. Joe Dominguez, CEO of Constellation Energy, presented the significant role that nuclear energy could play in meeting the energy demands of hyperscale companies reliant on 24/7 operations. He explained how the regulatory environment has historically delayed advancements, expressing optimism about the forthcoming changes facilitated by the new executive orders.