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The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission of South Korea has finished all nine inspections necessary for the pre-operation of the Saeul unit 3 reactor, allowing it to proceed to its initial criticality.
Read full articleThe Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (ARPA-E) has announced a $135 million investment in fusion technology over the next 18 months, marking its largest commitment to date in this area. This funding will double the agency's total investment in commercial fusion since the initiation of its ALPHA program in 2014.
Read full articleThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved a significant overhaul of the Force-on-Force inspection program for security drills at commercial nuclear power plants, transitioning from NRC-led drills to those conducted by the licensee, with NRC oversight, by 2028.
Read full articleUranium Energy Corp has commenced production at its Burke Hollow project in Texas, marking the first new in-situ recovery uranium operation in the United States in more than ten years.
Read full articleA Florida startup, AMPERA, is developing factory-produced nuclear systems using subcritical thorium microreactors that can operate for 30 years without refueling and are designed to fit in shipping containers. This initiative aims to address the increasing global demand for electricity driven by various sectors, including data centers and industrial electrification.
Read full articleEDF and NTPC have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development of new nuclear power projects in India.
Read full articleFramatome has partnered with four utilities to develop its 100% sovereign European VVER 440 nuclear fuel design through a newly signed contract.
Read full articleThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission has finalized the sunset of its aircraft impact assessment rule, setting a conditional end date of April 8, 2027, after addressing significant public concerns that previously delayed the decision. The final rule was published in the Federal Register and reflects the agency's response to contentious comments received.
Read full articleA report indicates that local businesses in Zeeland could gain up to EUR4.6 billion (USD5.4 billion) in economic value from the construction of two proposed nuclear power plants over a 12-year period.
Read full articleTexas has initiated a $350 million funding program for nuclear projects, following recommendations from the Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group established by the Texas Public Utility Commission under Governor Greg Abbott. The funding aims to support the state's strategic nuclear vision and attract new nuclear projects.
Read full articleFramatome has entered into an agreement with four European energy companies to develop a fully European fuel for VVER-type nuclear power plants. The companies involved are ČEZ, Fortum, MVM Paks NPP, and Slovenské elektrárne.
Read full articleAvalanche Energy has received a $5.2 million contract from the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop advanced technology for compact nuclear batteries as part of the Rads to Watts program.
Read full articlePrinceton Plasma Physics Laboratory is spearheading a project to develop new X-ray imaging systems for two tokamak projects, WEST in France and JT-60SA in Japan, to enhance understanding of plasma in fusion machines and support ITER's development.
Read full articleKenya and Rwanda are advancing their plans to deploy their first nuclear reactors, reflecting ongoing developments in their nuclear energy ambitions.
Read full articleWestinghouse Electric Company has submitted a proposal to the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission to integrate insights from the construction of Vogtle units 3 and 4 into the design control document, designating Vogtle 4 as the standard reference plant for AP1000 deployments in the United States.
Read full articleThe Balakovo nuclear power plant in Russia has initiated pilot operations with accident-tolerant MOX fuel assemblies in Unit 1.
Read full articleThe Department of Energy's GAIN has awarded vouchers to Constellation, Nano Nuclear, and NuCube to aid in the development of advanced nuclear technologies, providing access to resources at Oak Ridge and Argonne National Laboratories, with each company required to contribute at least 20 percent in cost share.
Read full articleThe Norwegian Nuclear Commission has advised the government against initiating nuclear power development currently, while suggesting that it should prepare for potential future use of nuclear energy.
Read full articleDeep Isolation has been awarded funding through the ARPA-E SCALEUP Ready program to conduct full-scale field testing of its Universal Canister System.
Read full articleProject Omega has received a contract from the Department of Energy’s ARPA-E to enhance its molten salt electrochemical recycling platform for used nuclear fuel, aiming to recover valuable isotopes and address long-term waste management issues.
Read full articleAFRY, a Swedish engineering and advisory firm, has partnered with GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy to assist in the deployment of BWRX-300 small modular reactor technology.
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