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Energy Secretary Chris Wright advocates for a nuclear energy "renaissance" amid rising U.S. demand.

He emphasizes nuclear's safety improvements and potential cost-effectiveness in future energy needs.

Sen. John Curtis supports an "all-of-the-above" energy approach.

SALT LAKE CITY — U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright told a Salt Lake crowd it's time for a nuclear energy "renaissance" as the U.S. faces increased demand for energy amid an artificial intelligence arms race with China.

Wright said innovation has made nuclear energy significantly safer and further advancements will likely make small reactors cheaper and more accessible, while speaking at the 4th Conservative Climate Summit on Friday. He initially planned to address the several

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