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nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Plant near Warsaw is crucial source of radioactive isotopes for nuclear medicine Maria is Poland’s only research reactor and one of only seven in the world that produces crucial medical radioactive isotopes used in medicine. Courtesy PAA. Operations have been suspended at Poland’s Maria nuclear research reactor after its operator the National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ) failed to secure a licence on time. Want to know more? Sign up.
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nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Hefty tariff would hit goods from countries that buy Russian uranium Uranium concentrate, often called yellowcake, has commercial uses as the fuel for civilian nuclear reactors and in medical applications. A group of 50 Republican and Democratic senators has introduced a sanctions package that would impose 500% tariffs on imported goods from countries that buy Russian uranium and other products. Want to know more? Sign up.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Baltic nation ‘needs reliable, democratic partners’ for nuclear projects Estonia-based nuclear development company Fermi Energia and South Korean construction and engineering company Samsung C&T have signed an agreement to collaborate on the deployment of two BWRX-300 small modular reactors (SMRs) in Estonia, marking a significant step forward in Estonia’s pursuit of nuclear energy to ensure security of supply and support its climate neutrality goals.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
According to Charlotte-based Duke Energy, the extension will allow it to provide cleaner energy while maintaining reliability and affordability amid growing regional electricity demand.
According to the NRC, with the renewal of the Oconee licences, 12 commercial nuclear power reactors have received subsequent renewed licences authorising operations from 60 to 80 years. Five applications for subsequent license renewal are under review.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Amendment to phaseout law paves way for longer operation and new build Energy minister Mathieu Bihet said the decision ‘reflects the government’s will to lift the blockades of the past’. Courtesy Government of Belgium. Belgium’s energy minister has welcomed an “historic” committee vote which opens the door to new nuclear capacity and is a “decisive step towards a modernised and diversified energy policy”. Want to know more? Sign up.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Move follows reports that Rome intends to invest in Generation IV reactor developer Newcleo was founded by Italian physicist Stefano Buono and has so far has raised nearly €540m from more than 700 investors. Courtesy Ndewcleo. Nuclear company Newcleo has welcomed what it called the Italian government’s “strategic interest and support for the company” amid reports that Rome is planning to invest in the European nuclear startup. Want to know more? Sign up.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
US company, founded by Bill Gates, is building first nuclear plant in Wyoming TerraPower is building its first commercial Natrium nuclear plant at Kemmerer in Wyoming. Courtesy TerraPower. The advanced nuclear reactor company founded by Bill Gates has signed an agreement with South Korean conglomerate HD Hyundai to further scale up the global manufacturing supply chain for Natrium reactor components. Want to know more? Sign up.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
The Xe-100 is a Generation IV high temperature gas cooled reactor (HTGR). According to the International Atomic Energy Agency, interest in HTGRs is increasing because they can provide efficient and cost-effective electricity and produce high-temperature process heat usable for various industrial applications.
Since 2018, X-energy, and subsequently Dow, have worked with the NRC through extensive pre-application engagements to demonstrate the safety profile of the Xe-100.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
Xinghuo, or spark, comes from the Mao Zedong quote: “A single spark can start a prairie fire.”
The South China, Morning Post said the project is a joint venture between the state-owned China Nuclear Industry 23 Construction Corporation and Lianovation Superconductor, a spin-off from Lianovation Optoelectronics in Jiangxi.
It said thetimeline for Xinghuo’s construction remains undisclosed. However, its environmental impact assessment is expected to be completed by the end of this year.
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3 weeks ago | 
nucnet.org | David Dalton |NucNet a.s.b.l
All three reactors have been in operation for around 50 years. According to International Atomic Energy Agency data, Mihama-3 began commercial operation in 1976, Takahama-1 in 1974 and Takahama-2 in 1975.
Press reports in Japan said Sugimoto had spoken with industry minister Yoji Muto online after meeting with Kansai Electric president Nozomu Mori at the prefectural office earlier this week.
