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Oct 11, 2024 · News, features and analysis covering the global nuclear energy sector, supported by World Nuclear Association.
New Nuclear - World Nuclear News
Nuclear propulsion system proposed for European space missions. A consortium led by Belgian engineering firm Tractebel has completed the European Space Agency-commissioned RocketRoll project on nuclear electric propulsion for space exploration.
Energy & Environment - World Nuclear News
Oct 21, 2024 · Global nuclear generating capacity is expected to increase from 416 GWe in 2023 to 647 GWe in 2050 in a scenario based on existing energy policies, according to the latest World Energy Outlook from the International Energy Agency.
Nuclear Policies - World Nuclear News
Slovenia's referendum on new nuclear cancelled. The nationwide referendum due to be held in Slovenia on 24 November about proposed new nuclear power units has been called off and may now be staged later in the project process, in 2028, instead. Nuclear Policies · …
Regulation & Safety - World Nuclear News
Nov 6, 2024 · A new algorithm has reduced the time needed to inspect 3D-printed parts for nuclear applications by 85% and could lead the way to faster, safer inspections of irradiated materials and nuclear fuel, speeding up the development and deployment of …
Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News
6 days ago · The Czech Republic's nuclear power plant operator ČEZ has signed a new contract with Urenco for the supply of enriched uranium which will be used in nuclear fuel for the Dukovany and Temelin nuclear power plants.
Google and Kairos Power team up for SMR deployments
Google has agreed to purchase energy from small modular reactors under a deal that will support the first commercial deployment of Kairos Power's reactor by 2030 and a fleet totalling 500 MW of capacity by 2035.
Leaders commit to 'unlock potential' of nuclear ... - World Nuclear …
Leaders and representatives from 32 countries at the Nuclear Energy Summit backed measures in areas such as financing, technological innovation, regulatory cooperation and workforce training to enable the expansion of nuclear capacity to tackle climate change and boost energy security.
International banks express support for nuclear expansion
Sep 23, 2024 · A group of 14 global financial institutions have expressed their support for the call to action to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050.
Podcasts & Features - World Nuclear News
Sep 9, 2024 · As the world transitions to a low-carbon future, nuclear energy is gaining renewed recognition as an essential part of the energy mix. The urgency to decarbonise global economies, meet net-zero targets, and ensure energy security has placed nuclear power at the forefront of energy policy discussions. Here, Vakisasai Ramany, senior vice ...