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Four Contracts Announced by Biden-Harris Administration to Boost Domestic HALEU Production & Supply
Domestic HALEU Production: The Biden-Harris Administration, through the Department of Energy, announced contracts for the domestic production of high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU), essential for advanced nuclear reactors, aimed at improving efficiency and...
Meta Teams Up with Reuters to Enhance AI Chatbot News Responses
Meta’s AI chatbot will soon begin quoting Reuter’s articles when answering news related queries. The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, and Dotdash Merdith have all inked deals with Open AI, signaling a market trend towards collaboration between AI companies and news...
Japan’s Takahama Nuclear Power Plant Rekindles Energy Future: A Safe and Strategic Restart
In a significant development for Japan's energy landscape, the Takahama Nuclear Power Plant, situated in Fukui Prefecture, has successfully resumed its operations. This restart marks a pivotal moment in Japan's pursuit of safe, efficient, and sustainable nuclear...
X-Energy Secures Contract Option from US Department of Defense for Advanced Transportable Nuclear Microreactor in Project Pele
X-Energy was awarded a contract option by the US Department of Defense (DoD) to develop an enhanced design for a transportable nuclear microreactor as part of Project Pele. Project Pele is a DoD Strategic Capabilities Office initiative. The project’s objective is to...
Empowering Carbon Neutrality: The Role of Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy plays a pivotal role in the quest for carbon neutrality and addressing the urgent global challenge of climate change. Its contributions are significant and multifaceted, making it an indispensable component of a low-carbon energy portfolio. Here, we...
Championing Nuclear Energy: A Guide to Becoming an Advocate
"Becoming a nuclear advocate involves sparking curiosity, addressing safety concerns, and highlighting the tangible benefits of nuclear energy." "Advocates should encourage diversity in the nuclear industry and understand that changing perceptions is a long-term...
Advancements in Uranium Enrichment Technology
In the realm of uranium enrichment technology, significant advancements have occurred over the past five years. These developments have primarily aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing safety protocols. Here are some key advancements: Advanced...
Navigating Nuclear Waste: Current Strategies and Innovations in Responsible Management
In the realm of nuclear energy, one of the most pressing challenges is the safe and responsible management of nuclear waste. Nuclear waste, often referred to as radioactive waste, is a byproduct of nuclear power generation and other nuclear applications. It contains...
Orlen Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) Collaborate to Develop Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) based on GE-Hitachi Technology
On September 7, Polish company Orlen Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) began their collaboration to develop a framework to create additional small modular reactors (SMRs). ENEC Managing Director and CEO Mohamed Al Hammadi...
Unleashing the Potential of Nuclear Energy: A New Global Campaign Emerges
The World Nuclear Symposium 2023 hosted a pivotal campaign launch, uniting industry leaders and government officials, with the mission to elevate nuclear energy's role in global carbon reduction efforts. The campaign emphasizes the necessity of tripling nuclear energy...
Argonne National Laboratory Triumphs at the 2023 R&D 100 Awards
Argonne National Laboratory and its collaborators earned top honors at the 2023 R&D 100 Awards for pioneering projects spanning cancer research, nuclear reactor simulation, and climate resilience tools. The laboratory's groundbreaking innovations, such as the...
