14 h. ago Japan’s Incoming Leader to Put Nuclear at Center of Energy Plan

The woman expected to be Japan’s next prime minister is set to keep nuclear power at the core of the nation’s energy strategy, while reducing emphasis on readily available renewables like solar.

Politics

14 h. ago Japan’s New Leader to Make Nuclear Center of Energy Strategy

The woman expected to be Japan’s next prime minister is set to keep nuclear power at the core of the nation’s energy strategy, while reducing emphasis on readily available renewables like solar.

Politics

4 d. ago Zelenskyy warns Russian drones endanger safety at Chornobyl and at Europe’s biggest nuclear plant

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia’s sustained bombardment of Ukraine’s power grid is deepening concerns about the safety of the country’s nuclear facilities after a drone knocked out power for more than three hours to the site of the 1986 Chornobyl nuclear disaster and as Europe’s biggest atomic power plant remains disconnected from the grid, officials said. […]

Events

4 d. ago Major risks at Ukrainian nuclear plant after power outage, Zelenskyy warns

Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is one of four in Ukraine, but is the only one under Russian control.

Politics

7 d. ago Vistra to Expand Texas Gas Output, Sell Comanche Nuclear Power

Vistra Corp. is boosting power production in Texas and also announced a deal to sell about half the output from its nuclear plant there, moves that reflect booming electricity demand from homes, businesses, data centers and fossil-fuel producers in the state.

Economics

7 d. ago US Nuclear Power Startup Oklo Invests in Swedish Peer Blykalla

Nuclear power startup Oklo Inc. said it will co-lead the next investment round for Swedish reactor maker Blykalla AB as the two firms agreed to collaborate on technology, supply chains and regulation.

Culture

1 week ago India’s Top Utility Considers Bulk Purchase of Nuclear Reactors

NTPC Ltd., India’s largest power producer, has sought the government’s approval to bulk purchase nuclear reactors, part of a wider national effort to expand atomic energy capacity as the country seeks to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Science

2 w. ago US Looks to Boost Strategic Uranium Reserve for Nuclear Power

The Trump administration’s top energy official said the US should look to boost its strategic uranium reserve to buffer against Russian supplies and increase confidence in the long-term prospects of nuclear power generation.

Science

3 w. ago BlackRock’s GIP Sees ‘Enormous’ Opportunity in Geothermal Energy

Clean energy projects focused on geothermal and nuclear power have the potential to unlock huge returns for investors, according to an executive at BlackRock Inc.’s Global Infrastructure Partners.

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