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Queensland’s Nuclear Ambitions Face Water Supply Hurdles and Safety Scrutiny
Proposed nuclear reactors at Callide and Tarong could significantly exceed current water usage, raising concerns about strain on local water supplies and emergency preparedness. Experts are divided, with critics citing inadequate infrastructure and planning, while...
Auto Germany Moves Forward with Laser Fusion Power Plant at Former Biblis Nuclear Site
In a significant step toward advancing nuclear fusion technology, political leaders, industry representatives, and scientists have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a laser-based nuclear fusion power plant in the German state of Hesse by 2035....
Texas A&M Leads the Charge in Advanced Nuclear Innovation with SMR Proving Ground
Texas A&M University System has launched "The Energy Proving Ground" at its RELLIS campus, selecting four nuclear developers—Terrestrial Energy, Kairos Power, Natura Resources, and Aalo Atomics—to explore the deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs) with...
Energizing the Future: Southeast Asia’s Nuclear Ambitions Amid Global Energy Shifts
Rising Nuclear Interest in Southeast Asia – Countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia are exploring nuclear energy to meet growing electricity demand and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, despite historical setbacks and safety concerns. Financial...
Nuclear Energy’s Resurgence: Policy Shifts, Market Momentum, and the Future of Uranium
Uranium’s Critical Status & Market Surge – The Trump administration is considering reclassifying uranium as a critical mineral, potentially unlocking federal support, while uranium prices remain strong despite fluctuations. Geopolitical & Domestic...
Poland Strengthens Nuclear Ties with Canada to Power Its Technological Future
Poland and Canada have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation on nuclear energy, with Poland advancing plans for its first nuclear plant with Westinghouse and preparing to select a partner for a second plant. Poland is investing in small modular reactors...
Oklo Expands Nuclear Energy Reach Through Key Partnerships
Oklo is advancing nuclear fuel recycling through a partnership with Lightbridge to explore co-located fuel fabrication facilities. Additionally, the company is expanding into the data center market through an MOU with RPower, addressing the rising demand for clean...
The History and Current State of Uranium Mining in the United States
Uranium mining in the U.S. peaked in 1980 with 43.7 million pounds of uranium oxide produced annually. However, declining prices in the 1980s led to mine closures, and by 2001, production had drastically reduced with only three operational mines using in-situ leaching...
France and Italy Forge Strategic Collaboration to Advance Small Modular Reactors
EDF, Edison, and ENEA have committed to accelerating Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology through collaborative research on safety systems, new technologies, and cogeneration applications for industrial sectors. After decades of nuclear energy phase-out, Italy has...
Rising Power: The Global Resurgence of Nuclear Energy and Its Role in Meeting Decarbonization Goals
Nuclear energy is set to generate a record amount of electricity in 2025, with over 70 gigawatts of new capacity under construction worldwide and more than 40 countries planning to expand nuclear power as part of their energy systems. Despite well-known challenges...
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...
