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fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

UK and US unveil nuclear energy deal promising thousands of jobs

The move is expected to generate thousands of jobs and strengthen Britain's energy security. It is expected to be signed off during US President Donald Trump's state visit this week, with both sides hoping it will unlock billions in private investment. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the two nations were "building a golden age of nuclear" that would put them at the "forefront of global innovation".
World news
#small-modular-reactors
US politics
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

The US is trying to kick-start a "nuclear energy renaissance"

Deregulation-driven push to revive nuclear energy faces objections because high construction costs, long build times, and divided expert opinion undermine feasibility.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
6 days ago

Will small nuclear reactors start Europe's atomic renaissance? | Fortune

Helsinki will pilot nuclear-powered district heating at a decommissioned coal plant, reflecting renewed European momentum for nuclear energy and SMR development.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

French datacenter biz signs 12-year nuclear pact with EDF

Those in France at least will now be partly powered via a CAPN, in addition to long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) Data4 already has in place for solar and wind energy. The contract involves a "cost and risk-sharing mechanism" based on the actual volumes of energy produced - a so-called behind-the-meter arrangement where it can secure energy at a reduced cost over the long term.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Drill baby, drill': Reform UK zero in on Ed Miliband's climate policies

Twelve thousand people are supposed to be attending Reform UK's party conference in Birmingham over three days this week (according to Reform at least), and Crossman is one of them. Their leader, Nigel Farage, has said it is ridiculous to refer to carbon dioxide as a pollutant and added: I can't tell you whether CO2 is leading to warming or not.
UK politics
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Nuclear power hits record high - it provides 9% of world's electricity

In 2024, nuclear reactors generated a total of 2,667 terawatt-hour (TWh) of electricity - more than any other year in history. Nuclear energy now provides about nine per cent of the world's electricity from about 440 power reactors worldwide, World Nuclear Association says. The organization calls nuclear power a 'reliable, long-term electricity supply', although it does controversially produce radioactive waste products.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Taiwan's nuclear referendum reveals energy dilemma DW 08/21/2025

Going nuclear-free would undermine national security,
World news
#google
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Aalo Atomics raises $100M to build a microreactor and data center together | TechCrunch

Aalo Atomics raised $100 million and targets its first reactor by summer 2026 at Idaho National Laboratory.
Science
fromTheregister
1 month ago

US DoE names firms for Trump's fast-track nuclear scheme

The Department of Energy is collaborating with ten companies to accelerate advanced atomic reactor projects outside traditional laboratories.
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Equinix tackles power problem with nuclear technology

Global electricity demand is growing by 4 percent annually, with significant contributions from AI-driven data centers. Equinix is securing future power through agreements with multiple nuclear companies.
Digital life
#climate-change
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Ford says Ontario will do its 'very best' to hit key climate target after documents show it's off track | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Ford says Ontario will do its 'very best' to hit key climate target after documents show it's off track | CBC News

Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Nuclear Stocks Rocket On Trump's Lunar Reactor Plan

President Trump's plan to deploy a small modular reactor on the moon by 2030 aims to power lunar bases and secure U.S. dominance.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

AI could turn your town nuclear

Paducah, Kentucky, might regain its 'Atomic City' title due to renewed interest in nuclear energy driven by AI's electricity needs.
#artificial-intelligence
NYC startup
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Meta to buy nuclear power from Constellation as AI demand soars

Meta Platforms Inc. signs a 20-year contract to purchase power from Constellation's Clinton nuclear plant, highlighting the rising electricity demand driven by AI.
#data-centers
Science
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Is This the 1 Nuclear Stock Powering AI's Future to Buy on Every Dip?

Oklo's Aurora reactors use recycled nuclear waste to provide consistent clean energy, focusing on AI data centers and improving energy efficiency.
#sizewell-c
#investment
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago
Startup companies

Exclusive: The Nuclear Company raises $46M to develop massive reactor sites | TechCrunch

Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Exclusive: The Nuclear Company raises $46M to develop massive reactor sites | TechCrunch

The Nuclear Company focuses on developing existing reactor designs and securing sites with permits to meet rising electricity demand.
#clean-energy
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Tech industry

Nuclear power is having a renaissance. Here's what consultants say about the industry's future.

Nuclear energy is gaining acceptance as a clean and reliable energy source due to investments and changing public opinions.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Nuclear breakthrough: China takes step towards limitless clean energy

China's nuclear scientists have successfully refueled a running nuclear fission reactor, marking a breakthrough in continuous power generation technology.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Nuclear power is having a renaissance. Here's what consultants say about the industry's future.

Nuclear energy is gaining acceptance as a clean and reliable energy source due to investments and changing public opinions.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Nuclear breakthrough: China takes step towards limitless clean energy

China's nuclear scientists have successfully refueled a running nuclear fission reactor, marking a breakthrough in continuous power generation technology.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Google, Westinghouse team up to use AI to build nuclear

Westinghouse's HiVE GenAI system and its 'nuclear-aware' large language model, bertha, integrate with Google Cloud's technology to enhance nuclear reactor construction and operation.
Artificial intelligence
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Trump to host Bahrain, Qatar officials at White House

The U.S. and Bahrain signed the agreement as the Trump administration ramps up efforts to enhance global energy security.
US politics
fromwww.baltimoresun.com
2 months ago

From No Nukes' to Nuclear Now: The progressive energy flip

People have forgotten that nuclear power stands for dedicated dead zones with nuclear waste. People who are environmentalists have forgotten about all these things that their parents and their grandparents used to know. The new generations are not up to speed on nuclear power.
Environment
#uranium
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump policies aren't stopping VCs from plowing big money into climate tech

Despite changes in federal policy, investment in U.S. climate tech companies is growing, with equity investment up significantly.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Trailer-sized microreactors to be tested by DOE in Idaho

The eVinci is designed to only produce 5 megawatts, while the Kaleidos is limited to just 1.2 megawatts of electrical power output.
Science
Environment
fromeuronews
2 months ago

France and Switzerland shut down nuclear power plants due to heatwave

Extreme heatwaves in Europe are forcing nuclear power plants to reduce activity or shut down due to high river water temperatures.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Controversial German-Brazilian nuclear agreement turns 50 DW 06/27/2025

"It was celebrated in 1975 as the biggest technology agreement of the century, the enthusiasm was huge on both sides," recalls 73-year-old German-Brazilian sociologist Luiz Ramalho.
Germany news
#ai-datacenters
#iran
fromeuronews
2 months ago
US news

Strikes on Iran's Fordow facility rendered it inoperable, Israel says

US and Israeli airstrikes have severely damaged Iran's Fordow enrichment site but did not completely neutralize its nuclear capabilities.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago
US news

An Encounter With An Iranian Nuclear Scientist Killed In The Israeli Air Strikes

Fereydoun Abbasi, a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist, was killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear ambitions.
US news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago

An Encounter With An Iranian Nuclear Scientist Killed In The Israeli Air Strikes

Fereydoun Abbasi, a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist, was killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear ambitions.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Breaking Down the Environmental Risks From Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Sites

The attack on Iranian nuclear sites doesn't pose the same hazard as an accident with a functioning nuclear reactor, as radioactive contamination is likely to be local.
US news
#kathy-hochul
#new-york
fromFortune
2 months ago
NYC startup

New York's making a new nuclear-power facility, the country's first major one in over 15 years

fromFortune
2 months ago
NYC startup

New York's making a new nuclear-power facility, the country's first major one in over 15 years

#renewable-energy
US news
fromWIRED
2 months ago

International Nuclear Watchdog Issues Stark Warning in Wake of US Iran Strikes

Attacking nuclear facilities may not lead to large-scale nuclear catastrophes despite radiation concerns, according to experts.
#trump-administration
US news
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Rosatom and CNNC to spearhead Kazakhstan's nuclear return

Kazakhstan is reintroducing nuclear energy to reduce coal dependency and meet future power demands.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Amazon joins the big nuclear party, buying 1.92 GW for AWS | TechCrunch

Amazon's collaboration with Talen Energy to utilize nuclear energy for AWS demonstrates a commitment to sustainable energy sourcing among tech giants, setting industry precedents.
NYC startup
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

This Sam Altman Stock is Up 200% So Far This Year

Oklo stock has jumped over 500% in the past year, revealing its significance in meeting the nuclear energy needs of rising AI data center demands.
NYC startup
#energy-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

GB Energy's promised 8.3bn budget raided to pay for small nuclear reactors

Rachel Reeves has redirected significant funds meant for GB Energy to support the nuclear sector, raising concerns about renewable energy investment.
#uk-government
fromTheregister
3 months ago
UK news

UK bets big and small on nuclear to meet DC demand

The UK is heavily investing in nuclear energy to address future energy demands and climate challenges.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK politics

Spending review latest: Reeves pumps billions into Sizewell C nuclear plant

The UK government invests £14.2 billion in Sizewell C nuclear plant amidst criticism over transparency and potential total costs.
UK news
fromTheregister
3 months ago

UK bets big and small on nuclear to meet DC demand

The UK is heavily investing in nuclear energy to address future energy demands and climate challenges.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Proxima Fusion joins the club of well-funded nuclear contenders with 130M Series A | TechCrunch

"Wait for the early 2030s and you will see fusion giants in each geopolitical block," Proxima's CEO Francesco Sciortino predicted.
European startups
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

China banned from investing in Sizewell C, energy secretary Ed Miliband vows

Ed Miliband stated on BBC Radio 4 that China would be blocked from investing in the Sizewell C power station amidst security concerns over foreign investment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Rolls-Royce named winning bidder for UK small nuclear reactors

Rolls-Royce's SMRs will be factory-built for efficiency, contrasting with traditional nuclear plants, aimed at making construction cheaper and more reliable.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

A Czech deal to build nuclear reactors worth $18 billion is unblocked after a court clears the way

A deal to build at least two nuclear reactors in Czechia was unblocked Wednesday after an appeals court dismissed a lower court ruling that blocked the government from signing.
Europe news
NYC music
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Day Around the Bay: E-40 Drops a New NPR Tiny Desk Concert, Bay Area Goes Nuts

Jamal Edwards pleads not guilty to charges linked to his grandson's shooting death; a new recovery facility is set to open; Facebook secures nuclear power for AI.
Violence in Gaza escalates with significant casualties among Palestinians; Trump's former FEMA chief faced backlash for hurricane season ignorance, later claimed it was a joke.
#meta
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) Live: Broader Markets Stall on Trade Deal Worries

The ongoing uncertainty in trade negotiations is causing mixed results in stock performance, with the market waiting to see developments that could impact economic growth.
Marketing tech
#executive-orders
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump signs executive orders to spur US nuclear energy renaissance'

Trump's executive orders aim to revitalize nuclear energy to meet growing electricity demands, particularly for AI industries.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump seeks to boost US nuclear power, roll back regulations

Trump's new executive orders aim to expedite the growth of the U.S. nuclear energy sector by reducing regulatory barriers.
US news
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Managing Audience Development Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

This week's news quiz covers diverse current events, including nuclear energy updates and the need for stable power in Puerto Rico.
Canada news
Human rights defender Ruth López arrested in El Salvador raises alarm.
Canada becomes the first G7 nation to adopt small modular nuclear reactors.
WHO approves a new pandemic agreement for global preparedness.
Sonideros symbolize cultural pride and community identity in Mexico City.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

What does the recent blackout tell us about renewables? DW 05/20/2025

Spain and Portugal experienced a significant blackout, raising questions about the reliability of renewable energy amidst the country's transition goals.
#uranium-mining
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
NYC music

Letters from Our Readers

Nuclear energy has both potential benefits and significant risks, particularly concerning uranium mining and newer reactor designs that may mitigate some dangers.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
US news

US takes steps to open mine that could build 1000 nuclear bombs

The reopening of the Velvet-Wood uranium mine aims to boost US nuclear energy and weapons production.
US news
fromMail Online
4 months ago

US takes steps to open mine that could build 1000 nuclear bombs

The reopening of the Velvet-Wood uranium mine aims to boost US nuclear energy and weapons production.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Belgian parliament scraps nuclear phaseout plan DW 05/15/2025

Belgium has officially abandoned its nuclear phaseout plans, marking a significant shift in its energy policy after two decades.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Gov. Healey unveils $10 billion energy relief plan for Massachusetts

Massachusetts is introducing legislation aimed at reducing energy costs by an estimated $10 billion over the next decade.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Ontario set to begin construction of first small modular reactor in Canada | CBC News

Ontario Power Generation is proceeding with the construction of Canada's first small modular reactor to meet rising electricity demand.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A fight is brewing in Indiana over who should pay Big Tech's energy bills

Indiana leads the charge in deciding who pays for energy costs linked to AI technology, potentially affecting consumers and large corporations alike.
US politics
fromThe Walrus
4 months ago

Why do voters elect governments with only short-term interests in mind? | The Walrus

The Hanford site, crucial for WWII nuclear efforts, now represents a significant environmental cleanup challenge due to past mismanagement of radioactive waste.
NYC startup
fromWIRED
4 months ago

States and Startups Are Suing the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission

NRC's red tape stifles nuclear innovation yet handing responsibilities to states might undermine safety and public trust.
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