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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. […]

Monster AI belly to devour 945 TWh power by 2030—US, China to fuel the feast

Monster AI Belly to Devour 945 TWh Power by 2030—US, China to Fuel the Feast In the realm of data centers and power consumption, a looming behemoth is on the horizon – Monster AI. This insatiable beast is projected to devour a staggering 945 terawatt-hours (TWh) of power by the year 2030. To put this […]

Hualong-1: World’s largest nuclear reactor base nears fueling after hot test

Hualong-1: World’s largest nuclear reactor base nears fueling after hot test The second unit of the Zhangzhou nuclear power plant in China has hit an important milestone on its journey towards operation. This unit features the Hualong-1 reactor design, which is a significant player in the nuclear power industry. The Hualong-1 is a pressurized water […]

RTGs: The nuclear heart that runs spacecraft far beyond the sun’s reach

RTGs: The Nuclear Heart that Runs Spacecraft Far Beyond the Sun’s Reach Ever wonder how a spacecraft millions or even billions of miles from the Sun can still function with power and precision? The answer lies in Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs), the unsung heroes powering numerous deep space missions. These compact nuclear powerhouses have been […]

Canada nuclear body allows modular reactor’s manufacturing for emissions-free energy

Canada Nuclear Body Allows Modular Reactor’s Manufacturing for Emissions-Free Energy A Canadian nuclear body has issued a license to construct small modular reactors (SMRs). Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) is paving the way for a groundbreaking development in the energy sector by allowing the manufacturing of these innovative reactors. This decision marks a significant step […]

US chemical firm eyes 100 MW nuclear reactors to cut 500,000 tons CO2 emissions

US Chemical Firm Eyes 100 MW Nuclear Reactors to Cut 500,000 Tons CO2 Emissions Dow and X-energy are moving forward with an ambitious plan to power Dow’s massive chemical facilities using small modular nuclear reactors. The goal is to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions by up to 500,000 tons annually, marking a substantial step towards […]

Russia pitches nuclear power for Elon Musk’s Mars dream, despite US tensions

Russia’s Proposal to Power Elon Musk’s Martian Vision with Nuclear Energy Russia has expressed interest in supplying a small nuclear power plant for a future Mars settlement, a move that could potentially revolutionize the way we think about sustainable energy sources in space exploration. This bold proposal comes at a time of strained relations between […]

World’s first fusion-fission plant aims to generate 100MW nuclear power by 2030

China Set to Build World’s First Fusion-Fission Plant to Generate 100MW Nuclear Power by 2030 China is set to build the world’s first fusion-fission hybrid power plant, a revolutionary step that could potentially change the landscape of nuclear energy production. This innovative project aims to generate 100MW of nuclear power by the year 2030, marking […]

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 […]

Sewage to nuclear power: US backs new recovery tech to extract uranium from wastewater 

Sewage to Nuclear Power: US Backs New Recovery Tech to Extract Uranium from Wastewater As global demand for nuclear power surges, so does the need for uranium. To address this pressing issue, innovative technologies are being developed to extract uranium from unconventional sources. One such groundbreaking technology that has caught the attention of the United […]

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