Reviving Domestic Uranium Production: South Texas is becoming a focal point for the resurgence of uranium mining, driven by the U.S. push to reduce reliance on foreign uranium and support the growing demand for nuclear energy in high-tech industries. Environmental and...
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Orano SA Loses Control of Uranium Mine in Niger Despite Majority Stake
Loss of Operational Control: Orano has lost control of its SOMAÏR uranium mine in Niger, with the Nigerien government taking over amid increasing pressure on foreign investors following a military coup. Governance and Licensing Challenges: Orano's board decisions are...
Fusion’s Revolutionary Potential
Fusion as the Ultimate Clean Energy Source: Fusion energy, which combines hydrogen atoms at extreme temperatures to produce immense power with minimal radioactive waste, holds transformative potential as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, promising a clean and...
Oklo Cleared to Begin Site Characterization for First Commercial Advanced Fission Power Plant
Oklo Inc. has received official approval to begin site characterization activities for its first commercial advanced fission power plant in Idaho, a significant step forward in the development of its innovative Aurora reactor. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and...
Russia’s Places Temporary Ban on Exported Enriched Uranium to the United States
Russia's Temporary Export Ban: On November 15, 2024, Russia announced a temporary ban on enriched uranium exports to the U.S., amending Government Decree No. 313. The ban applies to exports to the U.S. and contracts involving U.S.-affiliated entities, with exemptions...