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After 22 years of construction, Finland is launching Onkalo, the world's first permanent underground nuclear waste repository. The breakthrough facility solves a problem that has stumped scientists for decades.
India just took a giant leap toward clean energy independence as its groundbreaking fast breeder reactor in Kalpakkam reached criticality for the first time. This technological breakthrough could provide nearly limitless clean power for generations.
France and South Korea are joining forces to advance nuclear energy and offshore wind power, marking a major step forward in clean energy cooperation. The partnership comes as President Macron makes his first visit to Seoul in 15 years during the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Ethiopia is taking a major step toward energy independence with a new nuclear cooperation agreement with Russia. The strategic roadmap could help the East African nation diversify its power sources and strengthen its energy future.
Ethiopia is teaming up with the United Nations to develop nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, focusing on agriculture, healthcare, and technology. The partnership aims to provide sustainable power for the nation's rapidly growing economy while building local capacity and public trust.
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NASA plans to launch the first nuclear fission-powered spacecraft beyond Earth's orbit by late 2028, opening the door to exploring Mars and distant worlds. The mission could revolutionize deep space travel and help establish a future moon base.
Vietnam is building its first nuclear power plant after shelving similar plans in 2016, a major step toward energy independence and cleaner air. The new facility will generate enough electricity to power millions of homes while cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
Tokyo's power supply just got a major boost as a nuclear reactor returned to service after engineers solved an electrical issue in just one day. The fix means millions of people will have more reliable electricity this spring.
Ethiopia is taking bold steps toward energy independence with help from an unexpected partner. Canada has pledged to support the East African nation's first nuclear energy program using next-generation small modular reactor technology.
American corporations just set a new record by purchasing enough clean energy in one year to power more electricity than 45 states generate. The milestone shows businesses are betting big on renewable power, with solar leading the way.
Kentucky middle schoolers will soon explore nuclear energy careers through hands-on learning, thanks to a $1.9 million grant transforming Paducah's Innovation Hub into a regional STEM center. The program aims to prepare rural students for high-tech jobs waiting in their own backyard.
NASA is building a car-sized flying robot powered by nuclear energy to explore Saturn's moon Titan, a world with slow-motion rain, underground oceans, and the best conditions in our solar system for finding signs of life. Launching in 2028, Dragonfly will cover more ground than any rover in history.
Ethiopia is teaming up with Italy to explore peaceful nuclear energy development, aiming to power the country's growing industries with reliable electricity. The partnership could help Ethiopia diversify beyond hydropower while building scientific expertise for the future.
Tennessee's Oak Ridge just completed its largest federal land transfer ever, opening 700 acres for two nuclear energy companies to invest $6.7 billion and create 1,100 jobs. The transformation from Cold War cleanup site to cutting-edge energy hub shows how environmental restoration can spark economic renewal.
Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, Japan's youngest generation is driving a surprising shift back to nuclear energy. Public support has nearly doubled since 2013, with 66% of young adults now backing reactor restarts.
Fifteen years after Fukushima, a new generation of Japanese workers is helping the nation embrace nuclear power again. Energy security and climate goals are driving the shift, with young people seeing nuclear as a solution for their resource-limited country.
TerraPower just became the first company to get federal approval for an advanced nuclear reactor in the US. The Wyoming plant could power AI data centers and fight climate change when it opens in 2030.
Sweden has found the cheapest path to meet its surging electricity demand: expanding nuclear power and onshore wind farms. By 2045, the nation aims to double its electricity supply while keeping emissions at net zero.
A revolutionary nuclear power plant just got federal approval to start construction in Wyoming, marking the first new commercial reactor in the U.S. in nearly a decade. The design promises to be cheaper, safer, and flexible enough to support clean energy demands.
A revolutionary nuclear reactor just got the green light to start construction in Wyoming, marking the first such approval in nearly a decade. The groundbreaking design could transform how clean energy works alongside wind and solar power.
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