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The Trump administration is pushing to accelerate regulatory approvals for new nuclear power plants and experimental reactors, a move that could significantly boost the US nuclear industry by quadrupling its installed capacity to 400 gigawatts by 2050. The administration signed executive orders on Friday to reform the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
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The US president has issued executive orders aimed at accelerating domestic nuclear power production, with a goal of quadrupling the current capacity within the next quarter century. The move comes as the country's energy demands surge with the growth of data centers and artificial intelligence. However, experts are
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Brookfield Asset Management, a New York-headquartered firm, is on track to cross the $100 billion investment mark in India's infrastructure sector within the next five years. The company, a leading investor in India's infrastructure space, is also open to backing nuclear power projects, a segment that
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Local authorities in Ninh Thuan Province are working with project investors to review and adjust planning schemes for the construction of two nuclear power plants, with a focus on site clearance and resettlement. The province plans to complete land handover procedures by the end of December 2025, affecting over 2,
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The global spent nuclear fuel management and recycling market is poised for significant growth, driven by increasing demand for lightweight, high-strength materials in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and construction. Milled carbon fiber, a key component in this market, offers enhanced mechanical properties, including high strength-to-weight ratios, corrosion resistance,
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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright testified before the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, highlighting the Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2026 budget request. Aligning with President Trump's directive to restore American energy dominance and rein in federal spending, the
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M R Srinivasan, a stalwart of India's nuclear energy programme, passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations of engineers and scientists. As one of the key architects of India's nuclear power programme, Srinivasan played a
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The Indian government is poised to liberalise its nuclear energy sector, allowing up to 49% foreign ownership in a bid to boost nuclear power generation from 8 GW to 100 GW by 2047. The move aims to augment India's clean energy transition, with the government earmarking Rs.20,
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The Federal Ministry of Power in Nigeria has collaborated with the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) to enhance power generation, efficiency, and reliability. This partnership aims to revitalize the power sector, leveraging nuclear energy as a more efficient and beneficial alternative to conventional sources. The collaboration was initiated by Minister
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Dr. Srinivasan, a pioneering figure in India's nuclear energy program, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy of trailblazing leadership and technical excellence. As the former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, he played a pivotal role in shaping India's
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Turkey is engaged in intense negotiations with several countries, including Russia, South Korea, and China, regarding the construction of its second and third nuclear power plants. The Head of the Ministry of Energy, Alparslan Bayraktar, has revealed that various companies, including a Canadian firm, are also in the running for
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Congressional leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh expressed their sorrow over the passing away of Dr. M.R. Srinivasan, a renowned nuclear scientist and Padma Vibhushan recipient. Kharge noted that Dr. Srinivasan had a distinguished career, starting with Dr. Homi Bhabha on India's first nuclear reactor, Apsara, in
