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Major Energy and Environmental News and Commentary affecting the Nuclear Industry.

Saturday, July 12, 2025

Texas Firm Plans Four AP1000s at Amarillo - micheletkearney@gmail.com - Gmail

Texas Firm Plans Four AP1000s at Amarillo - micheletkearney@gmail.com - Gmail
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Battle brews over Hochul push to build upstate nuclear plant

Battle brews over Hochul push to build upstate nuclear plant
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The Nuclear Energy Industry's Costs Are Holding it Back - POLITICO

The Nuclear Energy Industry's Costs Are Holding it Back - POLITICO
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Russia sends North Korea's nukes signal to US allies

Russia sends North Korea's nukes signal to US allies
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Friday, July 11, 2025

Explainer | Why do many scientists oppose Fukushima radioactive waste discharge? | South China Morning Post

Explainer | Why do many scientists oppose Fukushima radioactive waste discharge? | South China Morning Post
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Chinese tests of seawater near Fukushima nuclear plant show no impact on marine life | South China Morning Post

Chinese tests of seawater near Fukushima nuclear plant show no impact on marine life | South China Morning Post
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China will have over 100 nuclear reactors. A PLA study warns some could be hit in wartime | South China Morning Post

China will have over 100 nuclear reactors. A PLA study warns some could be hit in wartime | South China Morning Post
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Memo to Iran: The Only Thing That Will Stop Bibi Is A Nuclear Bomb, by Mike Whitney - The Unz Review

Memo to Iran: The Only Thing That Will Stop Bibi Is A Nuclear Bomb, by Mike Whitney - The Unz Review
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Misaligned interconnection, transmission planning could hurt competitive markets: FERC’s Chang | Utility Dive

Misaligned interconnection, transmission planning could hurt competitive markets: FERC’s Chang | Utility Dive
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Holtec ready for Palisades to enter operational mode - World Nuclear News

Holtec ready for Palisades to enter operational mode - World Nuclear News
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Clinch River application accepted for review - World Nuclear News

Clinch River application accepted for review - World Nuclear News
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Final stage of IMSR graphite irradiation testing starts - World Nuclear News

Final stage of IMSR graphite irradiation testing starts - World Nuclear News
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Lithuania To Study Deployment Of Newcleo Small Modular Reactors

Lithuania To Study Deployment Of Newcleo Small Modular Reactors
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U.S. expects to OK Tennessee Valley Authority small nuclear reactor in 2026 (NLR:NYSEARCA) | Seeking Alpha

U.S. expects to OK Tennessee Valley Authority small nuclear reactor in 2026 (NLR:NYSEARCA) | Seeking Alpha
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How OBBB will impact the power grid | Latitude Media

How OBBB will impact the power grid | Latitude Media
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Braun wants Indiana to build nuclear reactors and become energy leader

Braun wants Indiana to build nuclear reactors and become energy leader
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The dubious assumptions of the Trump administration’s big reliability study | Latitude Media

The dubious assumptions of the Trump administration’s big reliability study | Latitude Media
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Western states forge alliance with nation’s nuclear lab on advanced energy development - Idaho National Laboratory

Western states forge alliance with nation’s nuclear lab on advanced energy development - Idaho National Laboratory
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Plans for East Yorkshire floating power plant and nuclear reactor

Plans for East Yorkshire floating power plant and nuclear reactor
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Battle brews over Hochul push to build upstate nuclear plant

Battle brews over Hochul push to build upstate nuclear plant
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A Microreactor Partnership - ASME

A Microreactor Partnership - ASME
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Thursday, July 10, 2025

The Nuclear Energy Industry's Costs Are Holding it Back - POLITICO

The Nuclear Energy Industry's Costs Are Holding it Back - POLITICO
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Westinghouse, Eclipse team up for nuclear new-build projects - World Nuclear News

Westinghouse, Eclipse team up for nuclear new-build projects - World Nuclear News
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Can Nuclear Energy Power Africa?

Can Nuclear Energy Power Africa?
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SMRs 'hold immense promise' for Africa - World Nuclear News

SMRs 'hold immense promise' for Africa - World Nuclear News
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Direct Final Rule - Revising the Duration of Design Certifications - FRN - ML25049A029.pdf

Direct Final Rule - Revising the Duration of Design Certifications - FRN - ML25049A029.pdf
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Texas Tech, ACU, Natura Resources Announce Path to Deployment for Nuclear Reactor, Desalination of Produced Water | July 2025 | Texas Tech Now | TTU

Texas Tech, ACU, Natura Resources Announce Path to Deployment for Nuclear Reactor, Desalination of Produced Water | July 2025 | Texas Tech Now | TTU
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NRC-License-Submittal-Announcement.pdf

NRC-License-Submittal-Announcement.pdf
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Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Plans to restart construction of VC Summer reactors gain traction | Reuters

Plans to restart construction of VC Summer reactors gain traction | Reuters
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Scientists propose revolutionary method to deal with radioactive waste — here's what you need to know

Scientists propose revolutionary method to deal with radioactive waste — here's what you need to know
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Researchers announce 'breathtaking' development with next-gen nuclear reactor: 'It's a significant game changer'

Researchers announce 'breathtaking' development with next-gen nuclear reactor: 'It's a significant game changer'
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“We Finally Made It Happen”: World’s Largest Stellarator Produces Historic Helium-3 in Unprecedented Nuclear Breakthrough - Sustainability Times

“We Finally Made It Happen”: World’s Largest Stellarator Produces Historic Helium-3 in Unprecedented Nuclear Breakthrough - Sustainability Times
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Meta nuclear plant deal could reshape Illinois energy policy

Meta nuclear plant deal could reshape Illinois energy policy
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The Danger of Historical Narcissism in U.S. Policy Toward Iran

The Danger of Historical Narcissism in U.S. Policy Toward Iran
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Time for Iran to make a no-enrichment nuclear deal - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Time for Iran to make a no-enrichment nuclear deal - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Texas project to build four nuclear plants is in talks with 'hyperscalers' | Reuters

Texas project to build four nuclear plants is in talks with 'hyperscalers' | Reuters
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“We Slashed the Work by 99.9%”: Scientists Achieve Fusion Reactor Analysis 15× Faster in Unbelievable Computational Breakthrough - Sustainability Times

“We Slashed the Work by 99.9%”: Scientists Achieve Fusion Reactor Analysis 15× Faster in Unbelievable Computational Breakthrough - Sustainability Times
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Iran nuclear program 'extremely delayed' — French spy chief – DW – 07/09/2025

Iran nuclear program 'extremely delayed' — French spy chief – DW – 07/09/2025
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Israel’s War on Iran Backfired

Israel’s War on Iran Backfired
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Trump policies and Diablo Canyon: What’s at stake? | San Luis Obispo Tribune

Trump policies and Diablo Canyon: What’s at stake? | San Luis Obispo Tribune
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America's largest power grid is struggling to meet demand from AI | Reuters

America's largest power grid is struggling to meet demand from AI | Reuters
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Trump's licensing goals pile pressure on nuclear regulator | Reuters

Trump's licensing goals pile pressure on nuclear regulator | Reuters
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Inside One of the Nation’s Biggest Research Projects on Spent Nuclear Fuel | Department of Energy

Inside One of the Nation’s Biggest Research Projects on Spent Nuclear Fuel | Department of Energy
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Blackout risks risking as AI, reindustrialization push strain grid

Blackout risks risking as AI, reindustrialization push strain grid
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EDF will invest £1.1bn in Sizewell C plant, France and UK announce | Sizewell C | The Guardian

EDF will invest £1.1bn in Sizewell C plant, France and UK announce | Sizewell C | The Guardian
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From the Lab to Your Dining Table: How Nuclear Science Enhances Food Safety | IAEA

From the Lab to Your Dining Table: How Nuclear Science Enhances Food Safety | IAEA
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Texas project to build four nuclear plants is in talks with 'hyperscalers'

Texas project to build four nuclear plants is in talks with 'hyperscalers'
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Viewpoint: Strategic coalitions in nuclear business - World Nuclear News

Viewpoint: Strategic coalitions in nuclear business - World Nuclear News
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Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Westinghouse, Eclipse team up for nuclear new-build projects - World Nuclear News

Westinghouse, Eclipse team up for nuclear new-build projects - World Nuclear News
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DOE plays out worst-case scenarios for US grid - E&E News by POLITICO

DOE plays out worst-case scenarios for US grid - E&E News by POLITICO
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Shaping US-South Korea Nuclear Cooperation in a Brand New World - The National Interest

Shaping US-South Korea Nuclear Cooperation in a Brand New World - The National Interest
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America's nuclear future energy demands regulatory reform now - Washington Times

America's nuclear future energy demands regulatory reform now - Washington Times
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Bits, Bytes, and Neutrons: Why Computing and Nuclear Energy Go Together - The National Interest

Bits, Bytes, and Neutrons: Why Computing and Nuclear Energy Go Together - The National Interest
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Nuclear Power Is Essential for Taiwan’s National Security - The National Interest

Nuclear Power Is Essential for Taiwan’s National Security - The National Interest
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Can we afford to be afraid of nuclear power? | Energy | The Guardian

Can we afford to be afraid of nuclear power? | Energy | The Guardian
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Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Nuclear at Sea: Navigating Regulatory Confluence

Nuclear at Sea: Navigating Regulatory Confluence
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For National Security, We Need Uranium Mined in America | RealClearEnergy

For National Security, We Need Uranium Mined in America | RealClearEnergy
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Iran’s Future in the Nonproliferation Regime – War on the Rocks

Iran’s Future in the Nonproliferation Regime – War on the Rocks
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Russia’s Demands for Ending the War in Ukraine

Russia’s Demands for Ending the War in Ukraine
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Why Trump Should Stay Out of Israel’s War on Iran - The American Conservative

Why Trump Should Stay Out of Israel’s War on Iran - The American Conservative
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Who’s Running American Defense Policy? - The Atlantic

Who’s Running American Defense Policy? - The Atlantic
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Japan switches back to nuclear, 14 years after Fukushima

Japan switches back to nuclear, 14 years after Fukushima
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(520) Tucker Carlson Interviews President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian - YouTube

(520) Tucker Carlson Interviews President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian - YouTube
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Trailer-sized microreactors to be tested by DOE in Idaho • The Register

Trailer-sized microreactors to be tested by DOE in Idaho • The Register
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Monday, July 7, 2025

DTE Energy: Powering the Data Economy with Nuclear and Regulatory Tailwinds

DTE Energy: Powering the Data Economy with Nuclear and Regulatory Tailwinds
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Nuclear reactor and water desalination project moves forward in Texas

Nuclear reactor and water desalination project moves forward in Texas
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Fermi America Submits 4-Unit AP1000 Plant Plans to NRC | Energy Intelligence

Fermi America Submits 4-Unit AP1000 Plant Plans to NRC | Energy Intelligence
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Has SCOTUS Pre-decided Whether The NRC Can License Private Off-Site High-Level Nuclear Waste Storage Facilities? - Renewables - United States

Has SCOTUS Pre-decided Whether The NRC Can License Private Off-Site High-Level Nuclear Waste Storage Facilities? - Renewables - United States
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Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Why the US must protect the independence of its nuclear regulator - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Trump's licensing goals pile pressure on nuclear regulator | Reuters

Trump's licensing goals pile pressure on nuclear regulator | Reuters
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Energy winners and losers in the Republican megabill - E&E News by POLITICO

Energy winners and losers in the Republican megabill - E&E News by POLITICO
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Japan switches back to nuclear, 14 years after Fukushima

Japan switches back to nuclear, 14 years after Fukushima
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EDF to spend estimated $7 billion on extending life of nuclear plants | Reuters

EDF to spend estimated $7 billion on extending life of nuclear plants | Reuters
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Putin’s radioactive chokehold on the world

Putin’s radioactive chokehold on the world
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Africa’s nuclear power projects attract renewed interest from international investors | Business Insider Africa

Africa’s nuclear power projects attract renewed interest from international investors | Business Insider Africa
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What does Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ do for US energy dominance? - Atlantic Council

What does Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ do for US energy dominance? - Atlantic Council
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America's nuclear future energy demands regulatory reform now - Washington Times

America's nuclear future energy demands regulatory reform now - Washington Times
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Bits, Bytes, and Neutrons: Why Computing and Nuclear Energy Go Together - The National Interest

Bits, Bytes, and Neutrons: Why Computing and Nuclear Energy Go Together - The National Interest
Posted by Michele Kearney at 11:57 AM 0 comments

Nuclear Power Is Essential for Taiwan’s National Security - The National Interest

Nuclear Power Is Essential for Taiwan’s National Security - The National Interest
Posted by Michele Kearney at 11:57 AM 0 comments

(519) Tucker Carlson Interviews President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian - YouTube

(519) Tucker Carlson Interviews President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian - YouTube
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Iran Suspends Cooperation with the IAEA – War on the Rocks

Iran Suspends Cooperation with the IAEA – War on the Rocks
Posted by Michele Kearney at 11:31 AM 0 comments

Sunday, July 6, 2025

From Compliance to Target: The Strategic Death of Nuclear Non-proliferation - Open Canada

From Compliance to Target: The Strategic Death of Nuclear Non-proliferation - Open Canada
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Farewell to oil - China activates its new ‘extreme’ nuclear reactor and exports it to the world to lead the energy revolution

Farewell to oil - China activates its new ‘extreme’ nuclear reactor and exports it to the world to lead the energy revolution
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Behold the Colossal Marvel: France Welcomes China's 49-Foot Giant for This Unprecedented $25 Billion Fusion Mega-Project - Visegrád Post

Behold the Colossal Marvel: France Welcomes China's 49-Foot Giant for This Unprecedented $25 Billion Fusion Mega-Project - Visegrád Post
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US state to deploy molten salt reactor to turn wastewater clean

US state to deploy molten salt reactor to turn wastewater clean
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