The Clinton Clean Energy Complex in Illinois is getting a new lease on life. The plant, which was facing closure, has secured a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Meta, the company behind Facebook. This deal is a big win for the plant and the local community. The agreement means that the
Japan is taking a big step by restarting the world's largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa. This plant, located about 136 miles northwest of Tokyo, was shut down after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that caused the Fukushima disaster. Since then, Japan has been trying to reduce its depend
Nuclear energy has always had two big problems: fuel breakdown and waste. But scientists might have found a way to fix both. They've created a special kind of nuclear fuel that can heal itself. How? By adding tiny particles that trap harmful stuff before it can cause damage. This isn't just a small
The United States and Saudi Arabia have made some big moves together. They're working on getting rare earth minerals and setting up nuclear power plants. These minerals are super important. They're used in everything from electric cars to advanced fighter jets. Saudi Arabia says it has a lot of thes
A recent gathering in Prince Rupert brought together local governments from northern British Columbia. They discussed various issues and came up with 23 resolutions. These resolutions cover a wide range of topics, from housing and crime to conservation and healthcare. Healthcare was a big topic. Th
Imagine tiny particles of lithium, each with a slightly different atomic weight, zipping around in a chaotic dance. These tiny particles are isotopes: 6Li and 7Li. They're crucial in fields like energy and defense. As nuclear technology advances, the need for these isotopes will only grow. However,
Imagine this: your doctor could soon whip up medical isotopes right in their office. It sounds like science fiction, but it's closer to reality than you might think. Why does this matter? Because medical isotopes are crucial for detecting cancer and other diseases. They're also essential in industri
Big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are investing in nuclear energy to reduce their carbon footprint. The U. S. government is supporting this with funding for small modular reactors. Environmental groups are still concerned about safety and waste disposal. The U. S. Department of
Election Day saw Bitcoin bouncing back to $70, 000. This happened as the U. S. presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump tightened. What's interesting is that Bitcoin's value had been hovering around its peak, reaching $73, 562 last week, just a step away from its record high of $73,
Ever wondered how tech giants like Amazon keep their AI programs running? It's no secret that these programs need a lot of electricity. So, Amazon is trying something new: investing in nuclear power. They're putting over half a billion dollars into three projects in Washington, Virginia, and Pennsyl
