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NYC startup
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
NYC startup
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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 week 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
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 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.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 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
2 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
3 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
2 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
3 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 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
fromeuronews
4 weeks 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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

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

Ontario aims to meet climate change targets by 2030 despite projections indicating significant shortfalls.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month ago
NYC startup

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

fromFortune
1 month 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
1 month 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.
#small-modular-reactors
#trump-administration
fromeuronews
1 month 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
1 month 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.
1 month 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
1 month 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 politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
UK news
fromTheregister
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
fromsfist.com
1 month 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.
1 month 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
2 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
2 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
2 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.
fromPrx
2 months ago

The World

Ruth López, a key figure in human rights advocacy in El Salvador, has been detained, raising concerns about the safety of activists in the region.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
2 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
US news
fromMail Online
2 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.
fromTNW | Sustainability
2 months ago

Nuclear waste could power Europe for decades. This startup plans to prove it

Thorizon is developing a molten salt reactor to recycle nuclear waste into usable energy.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 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.
fromBoston.com
2 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.
#google
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 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.
fromBusiness Insider
2 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
3 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.
fromWIRED
3 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.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My daughter and I run a business together. She's my boss and mentor, and it's wonderful working with her.

Father-daughter teams can excel in entrepreneurship by leveraging their unique expertise and personal dynamics.
OMG science
fromFuturism
3 months ago

China Fires Up World's First Thorium-Powered Nuclear Reactor

China successfully operates a thorium-powered nuclear reactor, marking a major advancement in safer nuclear energy.
#nuclear-waste
fromFast Company
3 months ago
US news

Nuclear power is booming. Where will we put the waste?

The quest for a permanent nuclear waste disposal solution continues as public interest in nuclear power rises amid fossil fuel emissions concerns.
fromtheconversation.com
3 months ago
US news

How Dangerous Nuclear Waste Is Stored in the U.S.

The U.S. faces a pressing challenge in storing nuclear waste as interest in nuclear energy grows.
US news
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Nuclear power is booming. Where will we put the waste?

The quest for a permanent nuclear waste disposal solution continues as public interest in nuclear power rises amid fossil fuel emissions concerns.
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 months ago

'Ideological': Sweden's government shrugs off criticism of nuclear funding plan

When Ebba Busch and Niklas Wykman announced the final funding proposal, they dismissed many criticisms as ‘ideological’ and expressed frustration over the loaded energy debate.
Left-wing politics
NYC parents
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The 20 Coolest Facts About the Manhattan Project

The Manhattan Project's secrecy and the uncertainty surrounding the atomic bomb's effectiveness led to devastating consequences during and after World War II.
London startup
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Startups Weekly: Mercury more than doubled its valuation, and other news | TechCrunch

Startups face scrutiny over creative accounting practices amidst mixed performance results.
Significant challenges arose in the startup ecosystem with layoffs and IPO delays.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
4 months ago

Zelensky pushes back on Trump proposal to take over nuclear plant

U.S. control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is under consideration amidst peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump's Focus on Ukrainian Nuclear Plant Is Partly Linked to Minerals Deal, Officials Say

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant's control ties into U.S. negotiations for access to Ukraine's critical minerals.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

VCs have poured billions into a nascent nuclear technology - these are the 4 companies to watch

Big Tech is exploring small modular reactors (SMRs) for sustainable AI energy solutions, despite uncertainties regarding their effectiveness and power generation capacity.
Environment
fromHackernoon
4 months ago

Is It Risky to Live Near a Nuclear Power Plant? | HackerNoon

Reopening Palisades nuclear plant may address energy demands but raises safety concerns among local residents.
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