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Scientists just solved one of nuclear power's biggest problems: what to do with radioactive waste. A new reactor design can turn dangerous nuclear waste into electricity while making it safe in just 300 years instead of 100,000.
Rural Arizona communities losing coal plants are finding hope in an unexpected pairing: small nuclear reactors and data centers that could restore millions in tax revenue and hundreds of jobs. The combination offers a roadmap for towns facing economic decline across the American West.
The US Air Force just proved it can airlift a complete 5-megawatt nuclear power station anywhere in the world and have it running within days. This breakthrough could transform not just military operations, but disaster response and remote healthcare delivery worldwide.
A groundbreaking agreement between nuclear startup Oklo and industrial giant Siemens Energy is turning advanced nuclear power from concept into reality. The partnership secures critical equipment for America's first next-generation reactor, proving clean nuclear energy can move from drawing board to deployment.
South Korea just passed groundbreaking legislation to fast-track development of small modular reactors, joining a global race to create flexible, carbon-free energy for the AI age. The country that already powers a third of its grid with nuclear energy is now betting big on compact reactors that could reshape clean energy worldwide.
France just announced an ambitious energy plan that could end its fossil fuel dependence within 25 years. The country is betting big on nuclear power and offshore wind to achieve carbon neutrality.
Sweden is bringing nuclear energy back after decades of decline, creating a government-backed funding program that lets companies apply for state aid to build new reactors for the first time. The move could add 5,000 megawatts of clean energy capacity and inspire energy independence across Europe.
Singapore is training local experts and studying advanced nuclear technology as it prepares for a potential clean energy future. The new Nuclear Energy Office is building homegrown talent to safely assess whether nuclear power could work in the dense city-state.
Advanced nuclear reactors are moving closer to reality, offering safer designs and reliable clean energy for decades. While challenges remain in fuel supply and costs, these innovations could help power our future without carbon emissions.
Scientists in Norway just solved one of shipping's biggest climate challenges with small nuclear reactors that could replace diesel engines. These safe, self-contained units would give cargo ships unlimited range while cutting the industry's massive carbon footprint.
Nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster, Japanese political parties are shifting their stance on nuclear power as energy policy takes center stage in upcoming elections. The change signals a pragmatic approach to meeting the country's energy needs while balancing safety concerns.
Researchers just solved a puzzle that's stumped nuclear physicists for years, creating a tool that finally matches what happens in labs. The breakthrough helps us understand how atoms swap parts during collisions.
Standard Nuclear just secured $140 million to produce safer nuclear fuel, riding a wave of investment in clean energy solutions. The company is betting on next-generation reactors that could power our AI-driven future without carbon emissions.
America is taking a giant leap toward permanent lunar living by developing nuclear reactors that could power moon bases by 2030. NASA and the Department of Energy just formalized their partnership to make reliable energy on the moon a reality.
A nuclear fuel company is bringing nearly 430 high-paying jobs and more than $560 million to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, in a massive expansion that positions the region as America's nuclear energy leader. The first Tennessee-made centrifuges will come online in 2029.
Data center giant Equinix is funding research into floating nuclear plants and small modular reactors that could power Singapore's growing digital economy. The study aims to help the land-scarce nation secure clean, reliable energy for its future.
Vermont's governor is supporting a bill that could bring nuclear energy back to the state, aiming to cut electricity costs and speed up clean energy goals. The proposal would rename the state's renewable energy standard to include zero-emission nuclear power alongside solar and wind.
Japan fired up the world's biggest nuclear power plant after a 15-year pause, marking a major step in the nation's clean energy comeback. The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa facility will eventually generate enough electricity to power millions of homes without fossil fuels.
International experts say Ghana's 30-year-old research reactor can dramatically expand its role in training scientists and supporting key industries like agriculture and mining. The facility has already trained operators from across Africa and now has a roadmap to fuel economic growth.