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Increasing American Effort and Funding for SMRs
Increased Interest in SMRs: The U.S. is experiencing a surge in interest for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), with major companies like TVA, GE Hitachi, and Duke Energy seeking federal funding to accelerate deployment, including a coalition applying for $800...
Powering the AI Revolution: The Role of Nuclear Energy in Meeting Data Center Demands
AI-driven data centers are expected to increase power demand by over 160% by 2030, requiring a mix of nuclear, natural gas, renewables, and battery technology to meet round-the-clock energy needs. Nuclear power offers low-carbon, reliable baseload energy, but...
Dacthal Herbicide Pulled from Market After EPA Links to Birth Defects
The EPA issued an emergency order to remove Dacthal (DCPA) from the market due to its harmful effects on unborn babies, following research linking it to birth defects and developmental challenges. In 2023, the EPA's assessment revealed Dacthal exposure during...
A.I. Chronicles: Microsoft wants to outlaw A.I. abuse and scams
AI's rapid advancement has led to significant societal impacts, prompting calls for stricter regulation to address misuse, especially affecting vulnerable populations like the elderly and children. In response, the U.S. has seen a surge in legislative activity with...
Rising Tides, Rising Anxiety: The Psychological Toll of Climate Change
Climate anxiety, intensified by climate change, is a growing psychological distress, especially in heavily impacted regions like South Florida, where younger generations are particularly affected. Over 45% of youths globally report climate-related concerns affecting...
Cameco, Kazatomprom reveals their mid-year results
Cameco and Kazatomprom's Performance: Cameco's uranium delivery forecast remains stable, with a 47% increase in Canadian production. Kazatomprom raises its 2024 production guidance due to a strong mid-year performance, with a 6% increase in 100% production and...
Taiwanese reactor closed for decommissioning
Unit 1 of Taiwan's Maanshan nuclear power plant has been shut down for decommissioning after its 40-year license expired, aligning with Taiwan's nuclear phase-out policy. Only Unit 2 of the Maanshan plant remains operational, with its license expiring in May...
The Land of the People Step Up: Germany Uses Solar Panels to Fight Off Climate Change
Germany has simplified solar panel installation, allowing homeowners and retirees to easily hang compact systems on balconies, leading to widespread adoption with approximately 500,000 systems installed by early 2024. Legislative measures, including laws...
Revolutionizing Power: The Future of Long-Lasting Nickel-63 Nuclear Batteries
Innovative Power Source: Nickel-63 nuclear batteries offer a reliable and long-lasting power supply, with a lifespan of up to 50 years, ideal for various high-demand applications. Wide Range of Applications: These batteries can power medical implants,...
U.S. Hiring Slowdown Hits Stock Market
The U.S. added only 114,000 jobs in July, missing expectations, and the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, the highest level since 2021. This has led to increased worries about an economic slowdown. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 600 points on...
Kamala Harris Chooses Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota as Running Mate
Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, highlighting his proven leadership and dedication to middle-class families. As a two-term governor and current chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, Walz...
