nuclear fuel
Coverage of nuclear fuel in the Nexus archive.
- North Korea unveils new nuclear fuel facility, vows 'exponential' expansion of nuclear arsenal
North Korea unveiled a new nuclear fuel facility, with leader Kim Jong Un pledging to expand the country's nuclear arsenal at an exponential rate. State media indicated the plant uses advanced technology, and photos suggest it may be a uranium enrichment facility.
- A safer nuclear fuel is gaining steam — but cost remains a hurdle
The U.S. is seeking to revive its nuclear industry by advancing TRISO fuel, a safer and more stable alternative to traditional fuel rods. However, the technology faces challenges due to high costs.
- We were going to bury 20 tons of nuclear fuel. Finally, we have a way to use it instead.
The article discusses the shift from burying 20 tons of nuclear fuel to finding a method to utilize it instead. The decision to use it is emphasized as a clear choice.
- DOE eyes using plutonium in nuclear fuel
The U.S. Department of Energy is considering allowing up to five companies to use surplus plutonium, previously used in nuclear warheads, as fuel for nuclear power. The department has selected these firms for 'advanced' applications.
- Uranium Royalty to Buy Sweetwater in $1.1 Billion Nuclear Fuel Deal
Uranium Royalty is acquiring Sweetwater for $1.1 billion to secure nuclear fuel supplies. The deal involves enriched uranium canisters ready for shipment from an enrichment facility.