The US government plans to invite bids for $3.4 billion in contracts to enhance domestic nuclear fuel production, aiming to reduce reliance on Russian imports. Centrus Energy Corp. and other companies, including ConverDyn and Global Laser Enrichment, are expected to...
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Fueling the Future of HALEU and The DOE’s Vision for Nuclear Energy
The Department of Energy's budget request outlines significant investments in nuclear energy, including securing a supply of high-assay low-enriched uranium and supporting advanced reactor projects. Funding allocations also extend to establishing testing facilities,...
From Labs to Reactors: Idaho National Laboratory’s Milestone in Nuclear Energy Research
Innovative Fuel Technology: Westinghouse, with support from national laboratories and DOE funding, has developed advanced nuclear fuel technology aimed at extending the operational cycle of nuclear power plants from 18 to 24 months. Economic and Operational Benefits:...
The Untapped Energy Giant: Thorium’s Role in Tomorrow’s Power
Abundant and Efficient: Thorium is three times more abundant in nature than uranium and has the potential to be a more efficient fuel source. Safer and Sustainable: Utilizing thorium can lead to safer nuclear reactors with less hazardous waste and a reduced risk of...
Solar Symphony: Harnessing the Sun’s Melody for Clean Energy
USNC unveils a groundbreaking update to the Modular Multi Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (MMR) reactor, making it versatile and capable of using different enriched uranium fuels. Breakthrough technologies in 3-D printing and advanced manufacturing...