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The National Reactor Innovation Center held an industry day to discuss the Nuclear Energy Launch Pad, a program designed to expedite regulatory processes for new reactors and fuel facilities, building on lessons from previous pilot programs. The event provided insights into program operations, timelines, and collaboration opportunities for participating companies.
Read full articleThe US Nuclear Regulatory Commission plans to finalize its technical review of Orano Enrichment USA's application for a license to construct and operate the Project IKE uranium enrichment facility within a year.
Read full articleArgentina's Nuclear Regulatory Authority has extended the operating licence for the Atucha II Nuclear Power Plant for an additional ten years, valid until May 2036.
Read full articleThe Kazakh government has approved a resolution to enhance the domestic industrial base for nuclear power plant construction projects.
Read full articleThe UK's Low Level Waste Repository, approaching its 70th anniversary, is likely the oldest operational facility of its type globally and has evolved from a traditional landfill system to a more sophisticated method involving containerized waste and engineered vaults.
Read full articleThe VVER-TOI unit at the Kursk II nuclear power plant, which has a capacity of 1,250 MW, began commercial operation on May 1 and has produced over 2 billion kWh of electricity since its grid connection in December, according to Rosatom.
Read full articleAntares has entered into a long-term agreement with Urenco for the supply of high-assay low-enriched uranium, which will support Antares' plans to deploy microreactors in North America and other regions.
Read full articleSteady Energy has partnered with Alva-yhtiöt to explore the potential of small-scale nuclear power for district heating in Jyväskylä, Finland.
Read full articleThe Pathways to Trade Summit, held on May 14 at the Pollard Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, aimed to address the development of a skilled nuclear workforce in response to significant industry growth, and was co-sponsored by ORAU, North America’s Building Trades Unions, and the Tennessee Nuclear Network.
Read full articleTerraPower has chosen HD Hyundai's shipbuilding subsidiary as the preferred manufacturer for components of its Natrium Reactor Enclosure System, part of a series of agreements to expedite the commercialization and deployment of Natrium plants.
Read full articleThe U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee held a hearing to discuss three bipartisan nuclear energy bills, including the recently introduced Build Nuclear with Local Materials Act and drafts for revitalizing energy communities. Experts and bill sponsors provided insights on the proposed legislation aimed at advancing nuclear energy initiatives.
Read full articleThe US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has accepted the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's application to build a KRONOS micro modular reactor on its campus, initiating a comprehensive safety and environmental review of the project.
Read full articleDuring Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, three memorandums of understanding concerning nuclear energy were signed between China and Russia.
Read full articleGreat British Energy - Nuclear has chosen Jacobs, along with subconsultants AtkinsRéalis and AECOM, to conduct environmental assessments at the Oldbury site in the UK, which is designated for new nuclear capacity.
Read full articleBlykalla has submitted an application to construct a facility in Sweden that will include six lead-cooled small modular reactors, each with a capacity of 55 MWe, totaling 330 MWe. The reactors are intended for use by hyperscalers and energy-intensive industries.
Read full articleThe UK's National Audit Office warns that the financing model for the Sizewell C nuclear power plant could initially burden UK consumers with up to GBP4 billion, but may ultimately provide net benefits of GBP18 billion for energy bills in the long run.
Read full articleExecutive Order 14300, signed by President Trump, has led the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to implement significant changes, resulting in historic milestones, a backlog of regulatory updates, and an upcoming internal reorganization aimed at expediting nuclear deployment.
Read full articleX-energy has received an Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact (EA/FONSI) from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for its Xe-100 reactor project at a Dow chemical facility, marking a significant advancement for the second demonstration project under the Department of Energy's Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program.
Read full articleHoltec International and the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board have entered into a development agreement to deploy SMR-300 units. Additionally, Rwanda has signed a memorandum of understanding with the USA regarding civil nuclear cooperation during the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa.
Read full articleIAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi cautioned the UN Security Council about the severe risks associated with attacks on nuclear facilities, following a drone strike near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant.
Read full articleDeep Fission, a California company focused on deploying small modular reactors in underground boreholes, is planning an initial public offering that would value the company at approximately USD1.66 billion.
Read full articleThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing significant changes to its regulations on the use of nuclear materials in response to Executive Order 14300, which aims to reform the agency. The proposed amendments, published in the May 18 Federal Register, focus on licensing for nuclear byproduct material, certain source materials, and some special nuclear materials, and the NRC is inviting public comments on these changes.
Read full articleMaine Maritime Academy will introduce a nuclear engineering technology major, making it the first maritime academy in the U.S. to do so, in an effort to meet workforce demands and promote clean energy solutions.
Read full articleOak Ridge National Laboratory has successfully conducted experiments to measure the viscosity and thermal conductivity of various uranium-bearing molten salts, which may aid in the advancement of molten salt reactor technology.
Read full articleSteady Energy has partnered with Alva-yhtiöt Oy to explore the potential use of small modular reactors for district heating in Jyvaskyla, Finland, marking the fourth municipality in the country to consider this option.
Read full articleThe 2026 Waste Management Conference, held from March 8-12 in Phoenix, Arizona, focused on "Efficient and Innovative Nuclear Materials and Technology Solutions," highlighting the enthusiasm in the nuclear community regarding advancements in waste management and technology.
Read full articleThe US regulator has finished its environmental assessment of the Long Mott Generating Station advanced reactor facility in Texas, which is located at Dow Chemical's manufacturing site, ahead of schedule.
Read full articleThe Rockefeller Foundation and Temasek Trust have launched the Global Coalition for Nuclear Philanthropy to encourage philanthropic investment in nuclear energy, aiming to enhance clean energy security, economic growth, and human development.
Read full articleConcrete is currently being poured for the foundation of the turbine and generator for the BREST-OD-300 lead-cooled fast neutron reactor in Seversk, located in Russia's Tomsk region.
Read full articleNOS Security is a new cybersecurity platform tailored for the nuclear industry, aimed at enhancing the security of nuclear energy infrastructure and facilities in the United States and allied nations.
Read full articleThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission has completed its environmental assessment for the proposed 320-MW Long Mott Generating Station in Texas, issuing a Finding of No Significant Impact, and marking a significant milestone for the commercial advanced nuclear project by finishing the review in under a year.
Read full articleBlykalla has applied to the Swedish government to build a power plant in Norrsundet, Gävle, featuring six SEALER reactors, which utilize lead-cooled small modular reactor technology.
Read full articleWilliam D. Magwood IV, director general of the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency, spoke at the University of Missouri's President’s Distinguished Lecture Series on May 13, discussing the increasing global interest in nuclear energy and the associated opportunities and challenges.
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