Switzerland’s government said on Dec 20 it wanted to change the law to get around a 2018 ban on building more nuclear power stations to help guarantee the country’s energy needs. “The aim is to keep nuclear energy open as an option for the long-term security of the Swiss energy supply,” said a statement from …
Malaysia is readying itself for the likely use of nuclear energy after 2035 as it struggles to meet renewable energy and net-zero carbon emission targets. The Straits Times has learnt that Malaysia’s Cabinet, after discussing in late November a nuclear road map proposed by the National Energy Council (MTN), decided that nuclear is “one of the options of electrical power …
Centre advises states where coal-based power plants have reached the end of operational life to consider setting up nuclear plants India aims to triple its installed nuclear power capacity by 2031-32. The current installed nuclear power capacity of 8,180MW is projected to increase to 22,480MW within this timeframe. The country currently operates 24 nuclear power …
The construction and installation works are completed at Unit 1 of Rooppur NPP being constructed by the Engineering Division of State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom in the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. The personnel of the NPP has started a large-scale test program. On December 18, the first stage of operation commenced for bringing the reactor …
The Russian participants of Xudapu NPP construction project ensure the performance of contractual obligations ahead of schedule The reactor pressure vessel has been installed in the design position at the construction site of Xudapu NPP Unit 4 (China), which is being built with participation of Rosatom enterprises. The operation was carried out under the supervision …
Jamaica’s government has said it is considering nuclear power as a major alternative energy source because, once properly managed, it will reduce the island’s carbon footprint, provide clean energy, and stabilize its sometimes shaky fossil fuel-dominated power system. Three weeks ago, the administration of Prime Minister Andrew Holness signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with …
GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy’s BWRX-300 small modular reactor design has completed the first step of the UK’s Generic Design Assessment process and progressed to the next phase of its assessment. Generic Design Assessment (GDA) is a process carried out by the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR), the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) to assess …
An aerial view of the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant in the Czech Republic (KHNP) Ongoing Negotiations with KHNP Unhindered by Martial Law, Czech Officials State Despite the increased political uncertainty following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law on Dec. 3, the Czech government has assured that the political situation in Korea will not …
Navoi Uranium Mine in Uzbekistan International collaboration strengthens nuclear initiatives across the globe with ambitious plans for SMRs and advanced enrichment technologies. Recent developments within the global nuclear energy sector showcase significant advancements and increased cooperation among nations, driven by the dual goals of bolstering energy security and transitioning to sustainable sources of energy. The …
Independent polling shows that support for Bruce Power’s future plan to explore potential expansion of the Bruce site is very strong with 80 per cent of residents saying they support the proposal to advance the long-term planning and consultation work required to explore nuclear expansion options on the Bruce Power site. Among residents, support for …
