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The United States has maintained a voluntary moratorium on nuclear explosive testing since 1992, although it has retained the capability to resume such tests at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). The Congressional Research Service's In Focus white paper explores the history and implications of this moratorium, as
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The global energy sector is witnessing significant developments, with multiple countries focusing on increasing competition and affordability. In Australia, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is set to investigate energy retailers for potentially misleading consumers about savings. In New Zealand, the Electricity Authority has announced a new rule to
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Reps. Frank Pallone Jr. (D., N.J.), Kathy Castor (D., Fla.), and Diana DeGette (D., Colo.) have sent a critical letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright expressing concern over the increasingly close relationship between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The letter criticizes President Trump&
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The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has become the first US utility to sign a power purchase agreement with Kairos Power to buy electricity from an advanced GEN IV reactor. This agreement will enable the delivery of up to 50 megawatts of clean energy to Google's data centers in
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Google, a leading global technology giant, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), and Kairos Power, a pioneering nuclear energy company, announced a groundbreaking collaboration to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced nuclear energy, supporting America's growing energy demands and bolstering the country's leadership in the field.
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The American Ceramic Society has announced several key developments across the energy and manufacturing sectors. Saint-Gobain, a leading materials company, has begun construction on its seventh float glass line and fifth mineral wool insulation line in Chennai, India. The new facility will have a production capacity of 1,000 metric
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As the world's digital infrastructure company, Equinix is working with leading energy companies to develop innovative approaches to generating reliable and sustainable electricity for its data centers worldwide. This move is part of the company's diversified power strategy to mitigate potential power constraints and support the
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Google has announced a deal with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and California-based Kairos Power to purchase up to 50 megawatts of energy from an advanced nuclear plant in Tennessee to power its data centers in Tennessee and Alabama. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the deployment of innovative
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As part of a strategic effort to return humans to the Moon by 2030, NASA is planning to build a nuclear reactor on the lunar surface by 2030. This move is crucial for establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon and eventually enabling a human mission to Mars. The
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Representatives from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan met to advance bilateral cooperation in the nuclear sector, Trend reports. The meeting, hosted by the Uzatom Agency, brought together officials from various government bodies, ministries, and engineering companies from both countries. The purpose of the talks was to enhance joint efforts in nuclear energy,
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The European Union's (EU) nuclear sector has long been a leader in global nuclear governance, with a strong commitment to technological sovereignty, industrial excellence, and rigorous safety standards. However, the sector is facing significant challenges in managing radioactive waste, a crucial aspect of public trust and environmental stewardship.
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Scientists at the Atomic Energy Commission of Syria have conducted research into the use of nanosilicates for nuclear radiation protection. The study, published in Applied Radiation and Isotopes, examined the effect of adding different percentages of amorphous nano-silica extracted from wild oat straw to cement mixtures on the diffusion of
