Welsh Hydropower Project Preventing UK Grid Crashes Receives 25-Year-Life Extension In 1984, the Dinorwig hydropower plant in North Wales was built to store low-cost energy generated during off-peak hours and release it during times of high demand. This innovative approach not only helped in balancing the grid but also prevented blackouts and crashes. Fast forward […]
Military to Mars: US nuclear battery firm gets funds to power space, defense missions
Military to Mars: US Nuclear Battery Firm Secures Funding for Space and Defense Missions Venture-backed startup Zeno Power announced it has raised $50 million in Series B funding. The company specializes in advanced nuclear batteries, a technology that could revolutionize power sources for space exploration and defense missions. With this significant investment, Zeno Power is […]
Scientists discover recipe to harness Earth’s hydrogen power for 170,000 years
Scientists Discover Recipe to Harness Earth’s Hydrogen Power for 170,000 Years Over the past billion years, the Earth’s continental crust has generated a massive amount of hydrogen through the natural radioactive decay of elements like uranium and thorium. This hydrogen resource, if effectively harnessed, could potentially serve as a clean and virtually limitless source of […]
US plasma effect breakthrough could boost nuclear fusion reactor efficiency, lifespan
US Plasma Effect Breakthrough Could Boost Nuclear Fusion Reactor Efficiency, Lifespan Scientists at the US’ Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have unveiled a new phenomenon, “backflow stabilization,” that could revolutionize the field of nuclear fusion. This breakthrough has the potential to significantly increase the efficiency and lifespan of nuclear fusion reactors, bringing us closer to […]
China seeks to outpace US by fast-tracking nuclear reactor with 5x energy output
China’s Race to Dominate the Nuclear Fusion Industry with the BEST Reactor In the realm of nuclear technology, China is making bold strides towards outpacing the United States with its cutting-edge Burning Plasma Experimental Superconducting Tokamak (BEST) nuclear fusion reactor. Located in Hefei, the BEST reactor aims to revolutionize the energy sector by fast-tracking nuclear […]
US fusion research at 180,000°F super-hot plasma reveals unexpected heat flow barrier
US Fusion Research at 180,000°F Super-Hot Plasma Reveals Unexpected Heat Flow Barrier Researchers in the US have revealed that heat does not flow as expected between different components in fusion experiments at 180,000°F. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on the challenges faced in harnessing fusion energy, bringing both new insights and potential roadblocks to the […]
US govt to complete uranium needs of five nuclear reactors to boost clean energy
US Government to Meet Uranium Needs of Five Nuclear Reactors, Driving Clean Energy Push The U.S. administration has clarified that it will provide the first allocations of high-assay, low-enriched uranium (HALEU) to power five advanced nuclear reactors across the country. This move signals a significant step towards enhancing the nation’s clean energy capabilities and reducing […]
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 […]
German firm developing fully integrated fusion power plant gets funding boost
German Firm Developing Fully Integrated Fusion Power Plant Receives Significant Funding Boost A Munich-based company that is developing a conceptual design of a fully integrated fusion power plant has recently received a substantial funding boost. The firm, which has been at the forefront of fusion energy research, aims to revolutionize the way we generate electricity […]
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 […]