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Saturday, June 17, 2023
On topic: Japan joins Asia race for global talent - Nikkei Asia
On topic: Japan joins Asia race for global talent - Nikkei Asia: Prompted by its labor shortage, Japan is making it easier for foreigners to work in the country and even gain permanent residency. By doing so, it is
The Global South is forging a new foreign policy in the face of war in Ukraine, China-US tensions: Active nonalignment
The Global South is forging a new foreign policy in the face of war in Ukraine, China-US tensions: Active nonalignment: Brazil and India are among the countries pointedly not taking sides over the war in Ukraine. But this is not the nonaligned movement of yesteryear.
Friday, June 16, 2023
High point of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum: Putin on stage
High point of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum: Putin on stage: Vladimir Putin in response to a question pitched to him by Simes: “Some people are talking about Russia perhaps using tactical nuclear weapons now to re-instill in the minds of people in the West what nuclear deterrence is all about. Will Russia use these weapons?”
Putin : “The answer is No. We do not plan to use nuclear weapons in this conflict. As I have said, their use is theoretically possible only when the existence of our statehood is threatened. As for tactical weapons, I do not want to lower the threshold for use of any nuclear arms. For purposes of deterrence, there is no need to remind the West that we have a significantly bigger stockpile of tactical nuclear weapons than they do. This is, so to speak, our competitive advantage. We have made our statement by positioning nuclear weapons in Belarus. That is a clear message. We have no need to frighten the whole world.”
Environmental Groups Urge Passage of Bill to Prevent Radioactive Waste Dumping - The Hudson Indy Westchester's Rivertowns News -
Environmental Groups Urge Passage of Bill to Prevent Radioactive Waste Dumping - The Hudson Indy Westchester's Rivertowns News -: By Rick Pezzullo– Environmental groups are urging the state Assembly to join its Senate colleagues in passing legislation that would prohibit the dumping of radioactive waste from the Indian Point nuclear power plant into the Hudson River. The Senate unanimously passed the bill June 9, but the Assembly failed to follow suit after Assembly Minority Leader William Barclay and others raised some last-minute concerns. Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg (D/Ossining), who introduced the bill, is hopeful the delay is only temporary. “This […]
US Nuclear Push Brings Regulatory Growing Pains | Energy Intelligence
US Nuclear Push Brings Regulatory Growing Pains | Energy Intelligence: The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission is under increasing pressure to reform its regulatory reviews and fee structure.
Fukushima News | Fukushima Nuclear Disaster | Fukushima Accident
Fukushima News | Fukushima Nuclear Disaster | Fukushima Accident
Fukushima Update June 16, 2023 -
Tepco makes a final test for releasing wastewater... Palau's president visits F. Daiichi the day after testing began... Kepco continues to plan for used (spent) fuel to be shipped to France for recycling.
Updating America’s Asia strategy
Updating America’s Asia strategy: Ryan Hass, Bruce Jones, and Mireya Solís convened 10 Brookings scholars for a written dialogue on steps the United States could take to strengthen its overall strategy in Asia.
US regulators conclude Hermes safety review : Regulation & Safety - World Nuclear News
US regulators conclude Hermes safety review : Regulation & Safety - World Nuclear News: The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued its Final Safety Evaluation Report for Kairos Power's application to build the Hermes molten salt test reactor at a site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The company says it expects to receive a construction permit for the first-of-a-kind reactor later this year.
Centrus HALEU plant receives regulatory clearance : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News
Centrus HALEU plant receives regulatory clearance : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News: The US nuclear fuel and services company Centrus has completed its operational readiness reviews and received regulatory approval to possess uranium at its Piketon, Ohio site and introduce uranium into the cascade of centrifuges it has constructed there. The company said it remains on track to begin production of high-assay low-enriched uranium at the plant before the end of the year.
“We Need an NRC That Not Just Gets Out… | The Breakthrough Institute
“We Need an NRC That Not Just Gets Out… | The Breakthrough Institute: The Breakthrough Institute is an environmental research center based in Berkeley, California. Our research focuses on identifying and promoting…
US chipping away at semiconductor supply chains - Asia Times
US chipping away at semiconductor supply chains - Asia Times: On October 7, 2022, the US Bureau of Industry and Security issued new regulations on exports of semiconductors and certain semiconductor manufacturing
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Completion of German waste repository delayed : Waste & Recycling - World Nuclear News
Completion of German waste repository delayed : Waste & Recycling - World Nuclear News: Work to convert the former Konrad iron ore mine into Germany's first repository for low and intermediate-level radioactive waste is running about two years behind schedule, according to the country's federal radioactive waste company, Bundesgesellschaft für Endlagerung. The repository will not be completed in 2027 as planned, it said.
USA plants continue to rely on foreign sources of uranium supply : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News
USA plants continue to rely on foreign sources of uranium supply : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News: US nuclear plant owners and operators purchased less uranium in 2022 than in 2021, and at a higher price, according to the US Energy Information Administration's latest annual uranium marketing report. Most of the uranium delivered in 2022 was of foreign origin, with Canada and Kazakhstan together providing more than half the total.
FEED contract signed for Bulgarian AP1000 : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
FEED contract signed for Bulgarian AP1000 : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: Westinghouse has signed a front-end engineering and design contract with Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild for the construction of an AP1000 reactor at the Kozloduy nuclear power plant site in Bulgaria.
Centrus HALEU plant receives regulatory clearance : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News
Centrus HALEU plant receives regulatory clearance : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News: The US nuclear fuel and services company Centrus has completed its operational readiness reviews and received regulatory approval to possess uranium at its Piketon, Ohio site and introduce uranium into the cascade of centrifuges it has constructed there. The company said it remains on track to begin production of high-assay low-enriched uranium at the plant before the end of the year.
Operating permit issued for Chinese molten salt reactor : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Operating permit issued for Chinese molten salt reactor : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: The Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has been granted an operating licence for the experimental TMSR-LF1 thorium-powered molten-salt reactor, construction of which started in Wuwei city, Gansu province, in September 2018.
Biden administration rule would cut fees for renewable development on public lands | The Hill
Biden administration rule would cut fees for renewable development on public lands | The Hill: The Biden administration on Thursday announced a proposed new rule that would aim to speed the development of renewable energy on public lands. The proposed rule would cut fees for solar and wind development on public lands by 80 percent, according to an announcement by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The Bureau also updated…
The Breakthrough Institute Launches Mobilization Effort for Build Nuclear Now Campaign with Six Figure Ad Buys in Targeted States
Yahoo Finance - Stock Market Live, Quotes, Business & Finance News: Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security The Climate Can't Wait Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. e
Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: The Ministry of Economy and Slovenské elektrárne have signed a memorandum of cooperation with a range of partners in the energy field to support the development of small modular reactors in Slovakia, including applying for funding from the USA's Project Phoenix.
Westinghouse Signs Key Contract for AP1000® Reactor with Bulgaria’s Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild to Support Bulgaria’s Energy Future
Westinghouse Signs Key Contract for AP1000® Reactor with Bulgaria’s Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild to Support Bulgaria’s Energy Future: Westinghouse Electric Company today announced it signed a Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) contract with Bulgaria’s Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild for a new AP1000® reactor to be located at the Kozloduy site.
X-energy lowers SPAC deal value to $1.8 billion | Reuters
X-energy lowers SPAC deal value to $1.8 billion | Reuters: X-energy Reactor Co LLC, which laid out plans to go public by merging with a blank-check firm last year, lowered its deal value on Monday to $1.8 billion from nearly $2.1 billion.
The U.S. Is Paying Billions to Russia’s Nuclear Agency. Here’s Why. - The New York Times
The U.S. Is Paying Billions to Russia’s Nuclear Agency. Here’s Why. - The New York Times: Nuclear power companies rely on cheap enriched uranium made in Russia. That geopolitical dilemma is intensifying as climate change underscores the need for emissions-free energy.
Manchin, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Civil Nuclear Export Act of 2023 | U.S. Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia
Manchin, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Civil Nuclear Export Act of 2023 | U.S. Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia: The Official U.S. Senate website of Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia
IAEA and FAO set date for food safety event | Food Safety News
IAEA and FAO set date for food safety event | Food Safety News: IAEA and FAO are to hold an event next year focusing on the use of nuclear technologies for food safety. The International Symposium on Food Safety and
Westinghouse to enhance safety of Ukrainian VVER-440s : Corporate - World Nuclear News
Westinghouse to enhance safety of Ukrainian VVER-440s : Corporate - World Nuclear News: Westinghouse has signed a contract with Ukraine's Energoatom to design, manufacture and deliver long-term containment cooling systems as part of the modernisation of units 1 and 2 of the Rivne nuclear power plant. Meanwhile, Westinghouse is working with 11 European partners to create security of supply of fuel for VVER reactors operating in the EU and Ukraine.
Xcel’s aging nuclear plants key to clean energy plans but have risks
Xcel’s aging nuclear plants key to clean energy plans but have risks: Xcel recently asked nuclear regulators to extend the life of its Monticello plant from 60 to 80 years and expects to do the same for Prairie Island.
Judge rules $45B Hanford site WA cleanup contract invalid | Tri-City Herald
Judge rules $45B Hanford site WA cleanup contract invalid | Tri-City Herald: The losing bidder had challenged the award of the contract.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Westinghouse Strengthens Nuclear Safety in Ukraine with Advanced Cooling System Upgrades at Energoatom’s VVER-440 Reactors | Business Wire
Westinghouse Strengthens Nuclear Safety in Ukraine with Advanced Cooling System Upgrades at Energoatom’s VVER-440 Reactors | Business Wire: Westinghouse Electric Company announced today it has signed a contract with Energoatom to design, manufacture and deliver Long-Term Containment Coolin
Yahoo Finance - Stock Market Live, Quotes, Business & Finance News
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US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Certifies First Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Design | Latham & Watkins LLP - JDSupra
US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Certifies First Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Design | Latham & Watkins LLP - JDSupra: The move represents a step forward for the small modular nuclear reactor industry, but legislative uncertainty over new nuclear facilities in the US remains. As part of...
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Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
The Climate Can't Wait
Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
We Need Change Now
Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
BERKELEY, Calif., June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Breakthrough Institute (BTI), a global research center that identifies and promotes technological solutions to environmental and human development challenges, today announced the launch of mobilization efforts for the Build Nuclear Now campaign, in partnership with Stand up for Nuclear, Generation Atomic, Mothers for Nuclear, Nuclear New York and Green Nuclear Deal.
Build Nuclear Now is a national campaign engaging Americans in targeted states to call for regulatory and legislative change to accelerate the licensing and deployment of new advanced nuclear reactors in the United States. The mobilization campaign is supported by six figure ad buys in multiple U.S. states to engage the strong majority of Americans who support nuclear energy.
Build Nuclear Now is mobilizing citizens to call on their members of Congress to change the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to be in line with its legal mandate to develop, and increase the efficiency and reliability of use of, all energy sources to meet the needs of present and future generations. The campaign aims to strengthen the state level pro-nuclear groups through capacity building and resource sharing to amplify local voices advocating for advanced nuclear energy in communities across the country, with the goal of accelerating and increasing deployment of advanced nuclear energy facilities in the United States.
“Advanced nuclear energy will be the safest energy technology ever utilized by human societies and is necessary to deeply decarbonize the U.S. economy,” said Ted Nordhaus, Executive Director of The Breakthrough Institute. “We have the tools and technology to shift the tide on climate change now and move the U.S. toward greater energy independence, and the biggest thing standing in the way is much-needed regulatory change. U.S. policies and regulations must be modernized to reflect major improvements in nuclear technologies or we risk falling behind as a global leader in nuclear energy.”
Nordhaus continued, “It is critical that the NRC take a more balanced regulatory approach that considers the positive impact of advanced nuclear technology deployment on improving public health, improving overall safety of the U.S. energy system, and decarbonization.”
The two AP1000 reactors that will soon commence commercial operation represent the only reactor design that the NRC has ever licensed to be commercialized since the NRC’s founding in 1974. This inaction is halting progress toward the development of carbon-free energy needed to combat climate change. Advanced nuclear developers still do not have a clear roadmap for how to license their reactors, even as Congress has directed and funded the first-moving developers to commercialize advanced reactors by 2028.
“Overregulation of nuclear energy is imposing huge public health burdens on Americans, especially underserved communities, from air pollution,” said Adam Stein, Director of Nuclear Innovation at The Breakthrough Institute. “The NRC is not carrying out its mission and legal mandate, and is denying the American people access to clean, affordable energy. Instead, the NRC operates under a self-described mission focused primarily on a decades old understanding of nuclear safety and technology that is not applicable to the new technology and tools that are currently being commercialized. While nuclear safety is paramount, the NRC’s mission needs to be rewritten and legally mandated by Congress to modernize the regulatory framework for advanced nuclear reactors.”
To take action and urge Congress and the NRC to modernize, simplify and expedite this licensing process so developers have a clear regulatory pathway for advanced nuclear energy deployment, please join the Build Nuclear Now campaign at the following link: https://buildnuclearnow.org/
About The Breakthrough Institute
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The US Energy Department is spending $26M to help find a temporary site to store spent nuclear fuel | AP News
The US Energy Department is spending $26M to help find a temporary site to store spent nuclear fuel | AP News: Federal energy regulators are spending $26 million to find communities willing to accept a temporary federal site to store spent nuclear fuel while a permanent repository is completed. According to a recent news release from the U.S. Energy Department, 13 groups made up of industry, academic, nonprofit, government and community representatives will each get $2 million to explore the most equitable approach to picking an interim site to store highly radioactive waste from nuclear power plants. This study is being conducted with the aim of creating a federal site independent of the two private sites proposed for southern New Mexico and Texas, which are embroiled in heated political and legal battles.
World’s largest lutetium-177 radionuclide facility opens
World’s largest lutetium-177 radionuclide facility opens: The new German facility has Industry 4.0 capabilities and will produce radionuclides to help meet the rising demand for radiopharmaceuticals.
Rolls-Royce SMR puts case for producing hydrogen : Corporate - World Nuclear News
Rolls-Royce SMR puts case for producing hydrogen : Corporate - World Nuclear News: UK-based Rolls-Royce SMR says a joint feasibility report produced with Sumitomo Corporation shows its small modular reactors have an advantage over other available sources for the production of hydrogen.
Orano, Mitsubishi agree on transport package pooling : Corporate - World Nuclear News
Orano, Mitsubishi agree on transport package pooling : Corporate - World Nuclear News: The innovative package-sharing service is modelled on car-sharing, and will provide a simplified and competitive way of managing the transport of enriched uranium hexafluoride using DN30 transport casks, Orano said.
Westinghouse to enhance safety of Ukrainian VVER-440s : Corporate - World Nuclear News
Westinghouse to enhance safety of Ukrainian VVER-440s : Corporate - World Nuclear News: Westinghouse has signed a contract with Ukraine's Energoatom to design, manufacture and deliver long-term containment cooling systems as part of the modernisation of units 1 and 2 of the Rivne nuclear power plant. Meanwhile, Westinghouse is working with 11 European partners to create security of supply of fuel for VVER reactors operating in the EU and Ukraine.
Nuclearelectrica and partners sign MoU for NuScale plants : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Nuclearelectrica and partners sign MoU for NuScale plants : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: Nuclearelectrica, E-INFRA, Nova Power & Gas, Fluor Enterprises, Samsung C&T Corporation and NuScale Power have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate to implement NuScale small modular reactor plants in Romania and elsewhere in Central and Eastern Europe.
USNC delivers TRISO particle fuel to NASA : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News
USNC delivers TRISO particle fuel to NASA : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News: Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation has delivered uranium nitride coated uranium oxycarbide tristructural isotropic fuel to NASA's Space Nuclear Power and Propulsion programme. The company says this demonstrates the "flexibility, precision and value" of its Pilot Fuel Manufacturing Facility.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
The Breakthrough Institute Launches… | The Breakthrough Institute
The Breakthrough Institute Launches… | The Breakthrough Institute
The Breakthrough Institute Launches Mobilization Effort for Build Nuclear Now Campaign with Six Figure Ad Buys in Targeted States
Build Nuclear Now calls for Congress to amend the mission of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to recognize the value of nuclear energy as a critical technology for addressing climate change, reducing pollution, and enabling U.S. energy security
Think the debt fight was bad? It could be worse with climate change. - E&E News
Think the debt fight was bad? It could be worse with climate change. - E&E News: Pressure on the federal budget will grow as rising temperatures deplete economic activity and increase disaster spending, experts say. Fill […]
Study to Recycle Japan’s Used MOX Fuel in France to Start in 2030s - The Japan News
Study to Recycle Japan’s Used MOX Fuel in France to Start in 2030s - The Japan News: The Federation of Electric Power Companies of Japan announced Monday plans to begin an experimental study in France to recycle substances used in mixed oxide (MOX) fuel that contains depleted uranium and plutonium from Japanese nuclear power plants.
New nuclear power units likely in US in next decade, despite challenges: experts | S&P Global Commodity Insights
New nuclear power units likely in US in next decade, despite challenges: experts | S&P Global Commodity Insights: Yet $300 billion in federal loans untouched Advanced demonstration project in works Finance, policy and environmental factors favor the development of several new nuclear generation units over the nex
UK-US partnership for nuclear fusion rockets : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
UK-US partnership for nuclear fusion rockets : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: UK clean space propulsion systems and services company Pulsar Fusion has formed a partnership with USA-based Princeton Satellite Systems to use artificial intelligence to design a hyper-fast space rocket capable of reaching Mars in only 30 days.
Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: The Ministry of Economy and Slovenské elektrárne have signed a memorandum of cooperation with a range of partners in the energy field to support the development of small modular reactors in Slovakia, including applying for funding from the USA's Project Phoenix.
Norway to demonstrate deep borehole technology - Nuclear Engineering International
Norway to demonstrate deep borehole technology - Nuclear Engineering International: Norway’s Norsk Kjernekraft has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the US-based Deep Borehole Demonstration Center to collaborate on demonstration of deep borehole disposal technology in Norway. Recently established Norsk...
Monday, June 12, 2023
UAE to host global safety meeting of nuclear operators
UAE to host global safety meeting of nuclear operators: The Emirates will be the first Arab nation to host the three-day conference, with 120 delegates attending from more than 30 countries
OPG supports Poland’s SMR plans - Nuclear Engineering International
OPG supports Poland’s SMR plans - Nuclear Engineering International: Canada’s Ontario Power Generation (OPG) and Poland’s Orlen Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) have signed a letter of intent (LOI) to support the deployment and operation of small modular reactors (SMRs) in Europe. The signing took...
New nuclear power units likely in US in next decade, despite challenges: experts | S&P Global Commodity Insights
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NRC advisors approve construction permit for Hermes reactor - Nuclear Engineering International
NRC advisors approve construction permit for Hermes reactor - Nuclear Engineering International: Having completed its review of the construction permit application for Kairos Power’s Hermes test reactor, the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s (NRC’s) Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS) has submitted...
China’s Dominance Over U.S. Solar Market Grows Despite Efforts to Stem It - WSJ
China’s Dominance Over U.S. Solar Market Grows Despite Efforts to Stem It - WSJ: China’s share of the U.S. solar market is expected to rise, new data show, even as Congress debates tariffs to limit it.
Fossil fuel generation retiring faster than renewables are added, causing ‘declining reliability,’ NYISO says | Utility Dive
Fossil fuel generation retiring faster than renewables are added, causing ‘declining reliability,’ NYISO says | Utility Dive: Utility industry news and analysis for energy professionals.
Beaming Solar Energy From Space Gets a Step Closer - WSJ
Beaming Solar Energy From Space Gets a Step Closer - WSJ: Scientists are testing how satellites could collect power from the sun and send clean electricity to Earth—and getting encouraging results
Wells Fargo Says Flood of US Renewable Projects Risks ‘Breaking’ Power Markets - Bloomberg
Wells Fargo Says Flood of US Renewable Projects Risks ‘Breaking’ Power Markets - Bloomberg: The potential for a flood of US renewable projects driven by new tax incentives is at risk of “breaking” power markets by pushing electricity prices to negative levels, according to Wells Fargo.
S. Korea to begin preparatory construction of Shin Hanul nuclear reactors this week | Yonhap News Agency
S. Korea to begin preparatory construction of Shin Hanul nuclear reactors this week | Yonhap News Agency: SEOUL, June 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will begin work this week to build the foundations ...
Commonwealth Fusion Systems tour and CEO interview
Commonwealth Fusion Systems tour and CEO interview: Commonwealth Fusion Systems CEO Bob Mumgaard explains to CNBC why he believes we're about to enter the fusion era.
US-UK declaration includes nuclear partnership : Nuclear Policies - World Nuclear News
US-UK declaration includes nuclear partnership : Nuclear Policies - World Nuclear News: The Atlantic Declaration for a US-UK Economic Partnership, announced by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden, says the two nations aim to build resilient, diversified, secure supply chains and reduce strategic dependencies - and includes a new high-level US-UK civil nuclear partnership.
Daily on Energy: Sen. Dan Sullivan discusses his travel to sell Asian allies on gas from Alaska | Washington Examiner
Daily on Energy: Sen. Dan Sullivan discusses his travel to sell Asian allies on gas from Alaska | Washington Examiner: Subscribe today to the Washington Examiner magazine and get Washington Briefing: politics and policy stories that will keep you up to date with what's going on in Washington. SUBSCRIBE NOW: Just $1.00 an issue!
Getting the nuclear waste off sites like San Onofre - Los Angeles Times
Getting the nuclear waste off sites like San Onofre - Los Angeles Times: Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm unveils program to jump-start a process to attract communities to take waste from power plants until a permanent site is built
DOE Awards $26 Million to Support Consent-Based Siting for Spent Nuclear Fuel | Department of Energy
DOE Awards $26 Million to Support Consent-Based Siting for Spent Nuclear Fuel | Department of Energy: Funding Provides Engagement and Training Resources for Communities Interested in Learning More About Interim Storage
Saudi foreign minister: wants U.S. to bid in domestic nuclear programme | Reuters
Saudi foreign minister: wants U.S. to bid in domestic nuclear programme | Reuters: Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said on Thursday the kingdom would prefer to have the U.S. as one of the bidders for its civilian nuclear programme.
Grossi heads to Ukraine, aims to assess Zaporizhzhia situation : Regulation & Safety - World Nuclear News
Grossi heads to Ukraine, aims to assess Zaporizhzhia situation : Regulation & Safety - World Nuclear News: International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi is travelling to Ukraine to meet President Volodymyr Zelensky and says he also aims to assess the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant following last week's damage to the Nova Kakhovka dam.
Škoda JS boss hopes Czech firms get big share of new nuclear work : Corporate - World Nuclear News
Škoda JS boss hopes Czech firms get big share of new nuclear work : Corporate - World Nuclear News: Škoda JS Director General František Krček says he believes Czech industry could handle a majority of the work for new nuclear plants in the country - and says he also hopes for orders relating to small modular reactors within five years.
Second German region selected for geological studies : Waste & Recycling - World Nuclear News
Second German region selected for geological studies : Waste & Recycling - World Nuclear News: A second research area has been identified by Germany's Federal Company for Radioactive Waste Disposal for investigating terrestrial and airborne geophysical exploration methods that can provide reliable information for identifying a suitable site for hosting a high-level radioactive waste repository.
Site work for Shin Hanul 3 and 4 set to start : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Site work for Shin Hanul 3 and 4 set to start : New Nuclear - World Nuclear News: Preparatory groundwork is set to begin for the construction of units 3 and 4 of the Shin Hanul nuclear power plant following the approval by the South Korean government of the project's implementation plan. Construction of the units is expected to begin next year when a construction permit is set to be granted.
Number of nuclear weapons held by major powers rising, says thinktank | Nuclear weapons | The Guardian
Number of nuclear weapons held by major powers rising, says thinktank | Nuclear weapons | The Guardian: There are now an estimated 12,512 warheads across the globe, with most of the new ones in military stockpiles said to be China’s
Nuclear Power Is A Viable Option For Replacing Coal
Nuclear Power Is A Viable Option For Replacing Coal: As coal-fired power plants are retired, there is a need for reliable and affordable zero-emission power replacements.