“Nuclear Rats”: How a Radioactive Rodent Swarm Halted the UK’s Flagship Nuclear Project Britain’s flagship nuclear power project has encountered an unexpected safety hazard. Hundreds of rats scuttle through the construction site, their fur contaminated with radiation from the nuclear materials being used. This unforeseen infestation has forced authorities to halt construction temporarily, raising concerns […]
Italy making new radioactive waste graveyard at its biggest nuclear power plant site
Italy’s Controversial Decision: Creating a New Radioactive Waste Graveyard Italian nuclear authorities have begun demolishing and reconstructing a low-level radioactive waste storage facility at the site of the country’s largest nuclear power plant, sparking a wave of concern and debate among environmentalists, government officials, and the general public. Located in the picturesque countryside of Italy, […]
Bill Gates vs Rolls-Royce? 345MW Terrapower nuclear reactor to shake up UK energy race
Bill Gates-backed Terrapower has decided to give a challenge to Rolls-Royce in the United Kingdom by introducing a groundbreaking 345MW nuclear reactor. This move is set to shake up the UK’s energy race and revolutionize the way nuclear power is perceived and utilized in the country. Terrapower, founded by Bill Gates in 2006, is known […]
1,400 times faster nuclear reactor monitoring possible with US professor’s new system
1,400 Times Faster Nuclear Reactor Monitoring Possible with US Professor’s New System The rise of nuclear power as an alternative energy source to conventional energy has changed the landscape of energy production globally. As countries seek to reduce their carbon footprint and transition to cleaner energy sources, nuclear power has emerged as a viable option. […]
France’s NAAREA advances 40 MW reactor that uses spent fuel as energy source
France’s NAAREA Advances 40 MW Reactor That Uses Spent Fuel as Energy Source As the world scrambles to decarbonize energy systems and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, a groundbreaking innovation is on the horizon in the form of France’s NAAREA and their 40 MW reactor. This revolutionary technology not only provides a significant power output […]
Underground nuclear reactors get waste solution boost with US firm’s breakthrough tech
Underground Nuclear Reactors Revolutionized by US Firm’s Innovative Waste Solution Technology A Berkeley-based nuclear energy firm has collaborated on spent fuel management for advanced underground reactors. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the quest for sustainable nuclear energy solutions. With the ever-increasing global demand for clean energy sources, the need for efficient waste […]
US scientists create first stable promethium complex in rare earth breakthrough
US Scientists Create First Stable Promethium Complex in Rare Earth Breakthrough Researchers in the United States have successfully characterized a promethium coordination complex for the first time, marking a significant breakthrough in the field of rare earth elements. Promethium, a highly radioactive element with limited practical applications due to its scarcity and instability, has posed […]
US nuclear firm readies first ZEUS microreactor core block for testing
US Nuclear Firm Readies First ZEUS Microreactor Core Block for Testing NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. has achieved a major milestone in pursuing clean, on-demand nuclear power. The company is gearing up to test the first core block of its innovative ZEUS microreactor, a cutting-edge technology that could revolutionize the energy industry. The ZEUS microreactor is […]