Croatia and Canada signed a memorandum of understanding to boost their cooperation in the civil use of nuclear energy, confirming their commitment to strengthen energy security, diversify energy sources, and develop sustainable energy solutions, the Croatian economy ministry said on Wednesday. The memorandum sets a framework for more intensive cooperation between the two countries in …
MOU advances Ontario’s plan to create jobs, lower costs and boost security by building Fortress North America Today, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration and expand economic opportunities in key sectors, including energy, nuclear technology, critical minerals, mobility, automotive and electric-vehicle …
Canada unveiled a strategy on Monday to accelerate the development of nuclear power, setting out a goal of building up to 10 new large-scale reactors and streamlining approvals for future projects. The strategy, announced by Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson, aims to have two new nuclear reactors under construction by 2035 and five more planned …
Today, as part of the U.S. Department of Energy Reactor Pilot Program, Valar Atomics’ advanced reactor design, Ward 250, successfully completed a zero-power fueled criticality demonstration. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today celebrated another historic milestone in America’s nuclear renaissance. DOE Reactor Pilot Program participant Valar Atomics’ advanced reactor design, Ward 250, successfully completed …
Switzerland’s parliament has backed a government proposal that allows for the construction of new nuclear power stations. Following a positive decision by the Senate, the House of Representatives has also voted in favour of a government counter-proposal to the “Stop the Blackout” popular initiative. Voters will now decide on both the initiative and the counter-proposal …
The two leaders agreed to deepen defence cooperation, with greater emphasis on jointly designing, developing and producing platforms and advanced technologies. Civil nuclear energy, defence and emerging technologies dominated talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice on Sunday. The two leaders sought to expand the scope of the India-France partnership. Alongside discussions on …
Today, Premier Scott Moe signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Czech Republic’s First Deputy Minister Karel Havlíček and Minister of Industry and Trade. The MOU will strengthen the two governments’ relationship through cooperation in trade, energy and innovation. “The Czech Republic shares many priorities with Saskatchewan, and is seeking sustainable, energy security for …
Poland plans to select a partner for its second nuclear power plant in 2027 and confirm the site in 2028, according to an updated government roadmap presented by the Ministry of Energy on Friday. The project is part of Warsaw’s effort to reduce dependence on coal, strengthen energy security and build 6–9 gigawatts of nuclear …
The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has approved the installation of the Unit 2 Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in a much quicker time through its flexible permissioning approach. The RPV is one of the most critical components in a nuclear power station, serving as the high-strength steel container that houses …
Public Service Commission Launches Proceeding to Secure 8.4 GW Nuclear Backbone of Zero-Emissions Electricity Planning Analysis Finds that Nuclear is Key for Affordability, Reliability, and Clean Energy Goals Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the kickoff of the Nuclear Reliability Backbone process by the Public Service Commission (Commission). This follows the Governor’s directive in her 2026 …