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Biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse: Navigating the nuclear power generation industry’s environmental impact While the environmental challenges associated with nuclear power are significant, there are strategies that can be employed to mitigate these impacts and promote biodiversity conservation
The eVinci microreactor: power in small packages
May 29, 2024 · The eVinci microreactor is a 5 MWe package that is expected to deliver a lot of market punch when it begins commercial roll out in just a few years. Westinghouse’s Eddie Saab talks to NEI about realising its ambitious plans.
Tricastin 1 approved for operation beyond 40 years
Aug 16, 2023 · France's Autorité de Sûreté Nucléaire (ASN – Nuclear Safety Authority) has adopted a decision setting the requirements governing the continued operation of unit 1 at the Tricastin NPP in Drôme. This is the first reactor in the French nuclear fleet to receive a positive opinion from ASN following its fourth periodic safety review (PSR), namely after approximately 40 years of operation.
Westinghouse and South Korean firms resolve nuclear technology …
Jan 17, 2025 · Westinghouse Electric has reached a global settlement with South Korean state-owned utility Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) and its subsidiary Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Company (KHNP). The agreement resolves a long-standing intellectual property (IP) dispute over nuclear power plant technology. The terms of the settlement remain confidential, as agreed by all parties. This ...
Slovenia favours large reactors for JEK2 - Nuclear Engineering ...
Sep 4, 2024 · In June, Slovenia’s state-owned power company, GEN energija detailed plans for a referendum later this year on construction of the new JEK2 NPP to be built adjacent to the existing Krško NPP co-owned by neighbouring Croatia. A report has now been published on the JEK2 project website assessing the advantages and disadvantages of small modular reactors (SMRs) as a possible option. The JEK2 ...
Excavation work begins for new Chinese plant
Jan 15, 2025 · Earthworks for the development of a pit for a reactor building have started at the site of unit 1 of China’s Bailong NPP in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Completion is expected at the end of March 2025. Bailong is a new Chinese site. The first phase of the station will consist of two units with CAP-1000 reactors while four larger CAP-1400 reactors will be selected for later phases ...
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Bechtel secures US Navy nuclear propulsion contract US-based Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc (BPMI), has been awarded a $175.6m contract modification from the US Navy for the production…
Saudi Arabia lays nuclear programme groundwork
Sep 18, 2024 · Saudi Arabia is pressing ahead with its plan to develop nuclear energy and radiation technologies for peaceful purposes, including construction…
UK announces £410m investment to advance fusion energy
Jan 17, 2025 · The UK government will invest £410m to advance the development of fusion energy and boost economic growth, as part of its Plan for Change.
Why mentorship matters in nuclear
Jan 16, 2025 · Why mentorship matters in nuclear With the nuclear industry entering a new period of rejuvenation it’s never been more important to attract and retain the best talent. Mentoring can make a huge difference. By Jennifer Killick, Membership Manager, Nuclear Institute