Nuclear Energy Race: US Fast-Tracks New Reactor Design Testing to Outdo China The United States government has announced a new pilot program which aims to unlock private investment in advanced nuclear reactor technologies. This initiative comes at a crucial time when the US is seeking to regain its competitive edge in the global nuclear energy […]
US firm plans 10 GW nuclear power from small reactors at retired energy sites
US Firm Plans 10 GW Nuclear Power from Small Reactors at Retired Energy Sites A Florida-based energy firm has planned to deploy small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Palisades nuclear power plant site in Michigan and other retired energy facilities across the United States. This ambitious project aims to generate up to 10 gigawatts of […]
US firm plans 10 GW nuclear power from small reactors at retired Palisades energy site
US Firm Plans 10 GW Nuclear Power from Small Reactors at Retired Palisades Energy Site A Florida-based energy firm has planned to deploy small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Palisades Energy Site, aiming to generate a substantial 10 gigawatts of nuclear power. This ambitious project signifies a pivotal moment in the energy sector, showcasing the […]
US’ largest 250 MWt SMR simulator to advance nuclear engineering opens in Virginia
US’ Largest 250 MWt SMR Simulator to Advance Nuclear Engineering Opens in Virginia An Oregon-based energy firm has opened its Energy Exploration (E2) Center at George Mason University’s campus in Virginia, marking a significant milestone in the field of nuclear engineering. The center houses the largest 250 MWt Small Modular Reactor (SMR) simulator in the […]
World’s first mass-producible nuclear reactor set for testing by US startup
World’s First Mass-Producible Nuclear Reactor Set for Testing by US Startup Radiant, a startup based in California, has raised $165 million in Series C funding. This substantial investment is earmarked for the development and testing of the world’s first mass-producible nuclear reactor. The innovative technology behind this groundbreaking project has the potential to revolutionize the […]
US project to shrink pool-sized nuclear fuel waste to a hot tub using liquid lead
From Pool-Sized to Hot Tub: US Project Shrinks Nuclear Fuel Waste with Liquid Lead A project led by researchers from Argonne National Laboratory on transmutation technologies for used nuclear fuel has been making waves in the scientific community. The innovative approach aims to drastically reduce the volume of nuclear waste generated from power plants, transforming […]
US races to build up to 50 MW nuclear reactors to power military bases, remote sites
US Accelerates Development of 50 MW Nuclear Reactors for Military and Remote Sites In a groundbreaking move towards energy sustainability and security, the U.S. administration is expediting the construction of the world’s first two microreactor test beds. These microreactors, each capable of producing up to 50 megawatts (MW) of power, are set to revolutionize the […]
US’ first fully digital twin nuclear reactor hits 99% accuracy in energy breakthrough
US’ First Fully Digital Twin Nuclear Reactor Achieves 99% Accuracy in Energy Breakthrough Purdue University Reactor Number One (PUR-1) is at the forefront of a nuclear energy revolution. The innovation of a fully digital twin reactor marks a significant leap in the realm of nuclear energy technology. With an astounding 99% accuracy rate, this breakthrough […]
Nuclear scientists discover new isotopes that cause fission to turn asymmetric
Nuclear Scientists Discover New Isotopes Causing Asymmetric Fission An international collaboration of scientists working with the FAIR Phase 0 program at the GSI (GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research) in Germany has made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of nuclear physics. These brilliant minds have uncovered new isotopes that have the remarkable capability […]
Canada’s floating nuclear power plants tested to withstand missile attacks and more
Canada’s Floating Nuclear Power Plants: Testing Resilience Against Threats Prodigy Clean Energy and Serco have announced progress on a prototypical test program demonstrating the robustness of Canada’s floating nuclear power plants. These innovative structures are designed to not only provide sustainable energy but also to withstand potential security threats such as missile attacks. The development […]