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Researchers at Dalian University of Technology in China have developed a high-performance electrode that enables the continuous electro-extraction-purification-reuse (EE-PR) process, achieving 98% pure UO2 directly from saline wastewater for direct reuse as nuclear fuel. This innovative approach offers a transformative solution for sustainable uranium recovery and resource management as the
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A team of 53 hackers from across Microsoft set out to address the critical bottleneck of permitting in deploying clean energy, using generative AI to accelerate the global energy transition. Their mission, born from years of work with the nuclear industry, aimed to unlock a movement and solve the permitting
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The South African energy giant Eskom has announced plans to deploy Large Conventional Nuclear Power Reactor (PWR) units at the Duynefontein Nuclear Plant, with the potential to add an extra 4,000 megawatts (MW) to the site. This move follows the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment's
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As part of its ambitious Moon and Mars exploration plan, NASA is now seeking input from industry experts on developing a fission surface power system. This move aligns with the agency's goal of returning humanity to the Moon and setting the stage for a manned mission to Mars.
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Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ), Energy Subcommittee Ranking Member Kathy Castor (D-FL), and Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) expressed deep concerns over reports that the Department of Energy (DOE) is exerting improper influence over the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The lawmakers pointed out that Congress intentionally
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Research scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have made a groundbreaking discovery that sheds light on the complex behavior of graphite under radiation. Graphite, a key structural component in nuclear reactors, condenses and swells in response to radiation, making it difficult to predict its lifespan. The study, published
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NANO Nuclear Energy Inc., a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company, reported strong financial results and advancements in its KRONOS MMR development during the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025. The company's financial results show operating activities of $14.7 million used during the nine months
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Researchers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) are conducting a comprehensive study on high-burnup fuel rods, a crucial component in nuclear reactors, to improve their efficiency and extend their operation time. The fuel rods, manufactured by Global Nuclear Fuel (GNF), have been engineered to withstand longer operating cycles, reducing the
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Brienne Seiner, an advisor at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), has harnessed her passion for theatre to lead the Athena project, a collaborative effort to increase nuclear nonproliferation capabilities related to irradiated fuel processing. Launched in 2022, the project has built a network of nearly 150 scientists from Idaho,
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As the world's energy demand continues to rise, Equinix, the digital infrastructure company, is taking a proactive approach to secure reliable and sustainable electricity for its data centers. According to the International Energy Agency, the world's electricity consumption is projected to grow 4% annually through 2027,
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Researchers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are now examining advanced nuclear fuel developed by GE Vernova, which could potentially boost nuclear power plant performance and reduce the quantity of spent nuclear fuel. The fuel assemblies were recently shipped to the lab after six years in a commercial reactor as part
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Environmental advocates and community members gathered outside the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, to oppose the Bank's proposed revisions to its Energy Policy. The changes, which are expected to be voted on in October 2025, would increase funding for waste incineration, mining, and nuclear
