November 2024

Nuclear Reactors 1445 - Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation Files For Bankruptcy

A “micro” nuclear power plant start-up backed by the U.K. Government has filed for bankruptcy after the death of its main investor. Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation (USNC) is based in Seattle, Washington. It is seeking bankruptcy protection in a last-ditch attempt to stave off collapse.

Nuclear Reactors 1444 - Major Corporations Are Investing In New Advanced Nuclear Reactors Designs Utilizing TRISO Fuel To Power Data Center - Part 2 of 2 Parts

Part 2 of 2 Parts (Please read Part 1 next)
     Kairos will also face the challenge of sourcing the TRISO fuel it needs which contains a more enriched form of uranium than current nuclear plants use. Currently, not enough of it is produced. However, the company argues that customer demand, like that from Google, “sends a meaningful signal” to producers.

Nuclear Reactors 1442 - Washington State Power Demand Is Climbing Due To Demands Of Major Corporate Data Centers

     A new report indicates Washington state could face an energy crisis within five years as its power capacity approaches its limit. The growing demands from AI and major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are causing a strain on the state's energy resources.

Nuclear Reactors 1441 - Holtec Plan To Reopen The Palisades Nuclear Power Plant On Hold Because Of Safety Issues

     Weeks ago, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is set to reopen. Since then, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continues to find alarming levels of equipment damage unexpectedly caused by the extended shutdown of the plant.

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