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Innovation is driving nuclear optimism, panel finds

Innovation is driving nuclear optimism, panel finds

Innovation has been, and will continue to be, an essential driver in propelling the nuclear energy sector forward - but the industry must be prepared to embrace innovation in all areas, not just technological innovations. These were the messages from speakers in the high-level closing panel at the International Atomic Energy Agency's Scientific Forum 2023.

Energy & Environment 27 September 2023

IEA sees greater role for nuclear in attaining net-zero by 2050

IEA sees greater role for nuclear in attaining net-zero by 2050

In an update to its Net Zero Roadmap, published in 2021, the International Energy Agency says the role of nuclear power has been revised upwards given recent policy support. In the updated net-zero emissions scenario, nuclear generating capacity reaches 916 GWe in 2050, up from the 812 GWe given in the 2021 version.

Energy & Environment 27 September 2023

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Regulatory changes needed for new nuclear for maritime

Regulatory changes needed for new nuclear for maritime

Nuclear will be needed to help decarbonise the shipping industry - whether by having nuclear-powered ships or using nuclear to produce alternative fuels - a conference organised by Core Power has heard. However, speakers noted that regulatory issues must be resolved before this can happen.

Energy & Environment 21 September 2023

World needs nuclear for net zero, says John Kerry

World needs nuclear for net zero, says John Kerry

Nuclear will be essential for the world to accelerate its transition away from fossil fuels, US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry said at a New York summit this week. He also praised the recently launched Net Zero Nuclear Initiative - which has now welcomed GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy as its first corporate partner.

Energy & Environment 20 September 2023

Nuclear industry ready to help end-users cut emissions

Nuclear industry ready to help end-users cut emissions

The nuclear industry has the solutions to assist end-users - from the shipping industry to data centres - in reducing their carbon emissions and meeting their decarbonisation goals, panellists at World Nuclear Symposium 2023 said.

Energy & Environment 11 September 2023

US projects to look at nuclear role in carbon capture

US projects to look at nuclear role in carbon capture

Two projects to explore the feasibility of using nuclear energy in systems to remove carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere - one led by GE Vernova and one led by Northwestern University - are included in a list of 19 projects selected to receive US Department of Energy support.

Energy & Environment 31 August 2023

IP3, GEP team up for Surry Green Energy Center

IP3, GEP team up for Surry Green Energy Center

IP3 Corporation and Green Energy Partners LLC have formed a joint venture to establish the Surry Green Energy Center in Surry County, Virginia. Property and project development company GEP announced plans in April to build the USA's first integrated green energy centre adjacent to Dominion Energy's Surry nuclear power plant.

Energy & Environment 15 August 2023

Chernobyl's stray dogs population tackled

Chernobyl's stray dogs population tackled

The Clean Futures Fund's Dogs of Chernobyl project says that its sterilisation and vaccination campaign helped lead to no puppies being born at the site in the seven months to June.

Energy & Environment 07 August 2023

Studies explore use of nuclear propulsion in shipping

Studies explore use of nuclear propulsion in shipping

A study commissioned by the American Bureau of Shipping has explored the potential of advanced nuclear reactor technology for commercial marine propulsion, whilst a study led by UK-based innovative reactor developer Newcleo will consider the feasibility of nuclear applications to the shipping industry, including the firm's small modular lead-cooled fast reactor technology.

Energy & Environment 25 July 2023

INL demonstrates 'microgrid in a box'

INL demonstrates 'microgrid in a box'

The self-contained system, developed by engineers at Idaho National Laboratory in collaboration with industry and government, enables multiple energy sources including small nuclear reactors to be integrated and optimised to ensure a reliable and resilient power supply in remote or off-grid locations, or during emergency situations or power outages.

Energy & Environment 24 July 2023