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China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), in partnership with Africa Policy Institute, publishes a report detailing the contribution of mining companies to Namibia's economic and social progress while exploring their challenges and opportunities.
China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), in partnership with Africa Policy Institute, publishes a report detailing the contribution of mining companies to Namibia's economic and social progress while exploring their challenges and opportunities.
Iran has activated thousands of advanced centrifuges to enrich uranium up to 60%, defying a recent resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) criticizing its lack of cooperation.
Iran has activated thousands of advanced centrifuges to enrich uranium up to 60%, defying a recent resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) criticizing its lack of cooperation.
Westinghouse Electric and Core Power join forces to design a floating nuclear power plant based on the eVinci microreactor, an innovative solution for the energy needs of coastal and remote regions.
Westinghouse Electric and Core Power join forces to design a floating nuclear power plant based on the eVinci microreactor, an innovative solution for the energy needs of coastal and remote regions.
The European Commission welcomes a new team of commissioners tasked with shaping energy policy. However, the absence of strong nuclear advocates in key positions raises questions about the future of this energy source in the Union.
The European Commission welcomes a new team of commissioners tasked with shaping energy policy. However, the absence of strong nuclear advocates in key positions raises questions about the future of this energy source in the Union.
Brazil's Angra 1 nuclear power plant, operated by Eletronuclear, has been authorized to operate until 2044. This extension marks a significant step for the country’s energy security and reflects the maturity of its regulatory framework.
Brazil's Angra 1 nuclear power plant, operated by Eletronuclear, has been authorized to operate until 2044. This extension marks a significant step for the country’s energy security and reflects the maturity of its regulatory framework.
In response to IAEA criticism, Iran has activated new advanced centrifuges, escalating its nuclear program and heightening tensions with Western powers.
In response to IAEA criticism, Iran has activated new advanced centrifuges, escalating its nuclear program and heightening tensions with Western powers.
The reopening of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Pennsylvania divides opinion. A promise of jobs and sustainable energy for some, a painful reminder of the 1979 accident for others.
The reopening of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Pennsylvania divides opinion. A promise of jobs and sustainable energy for some, a painful reminder of the 1979 accident for others.
The evaluation of debris extracted from Fukushima, crucial for dismantling planning, could last up to a year, according to Tepco, the operator of the Japanese nuclear plant.
The evaluation of debris extracted from Fukushima, crucial for dismantling planning, could last up to a year, according to Tepco, the operator of the Japanese nuclear plant.
The Trump administration plans to support nuclear energy and domestic uranium production. However, questions remain about future budgets and priorities amid competing spending demands.
The Trump administration plans to support nuclear energy and domestic uranium production. However, questions remain about future budgets and priorities amid competing spending demands.
C5 Capital and Sibanye-Stillwater join forces to develop advanced nuclear energy projects in South Africa, the United States, and beyond, supporting the global energy transition with innovative solutions.
C5 Capital and Sibanye-Stillwater join forces to develop advanced nuclear energy projects in South Africa, the United States, and beyond, supporting the global energy transition with innovative solutions.
The final shipment of vitrified nuclear waste between France and Germany has reached Philippsburg. This transfer concludes recycling contracts signed since 1977 with four German operators.
The final shipment of vitrified nuclear waste between France and Germany has reached Philippsburg. This transfer concludes recycling contracts signed since 1977 with four German operators.
Hungary proposes a budget increase for its Paks II nuclear project, a strategic initiative funded by Russia but facing technical, economic, and geopolitical challenges.
Hungary proposes a budget increase for its Paks II nuclear project, a strategic initiative funded by Russia but facing technical, economic, and geopolitical challenges.
Enel, Leonardo, and Ansaldo Nucleare join forces to study small modular reactors, marking a potential turning point for nuclear energy in Italy after decades of withdrawal.
Enel, Leonardo, and Ansaldo Nucleare join forces to study small modular reactors, marking a potential turning point for nuclear energy in Italy after decades of withdrawal.
Orano temporarily suspends uranium extraction activities in Niger
Orano temporarily suspends uranium extraction activities in Niger
Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, visits Iran to inspect the Fordo and Natanz sites. This visit comes as Tehran seeks to dispel doubts about its nuclear ambitions.
Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, visits Iran to inspect the Fordo and Natanz sites. This visit comes as Tehran seeks to dispel doubts about its nuclear ambitions.
At COP29, six countries joined an ambitious declaration to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050, bringing the number of signatories to 31, backed by major financial institutions.
At COP29, six countries joined an ambitious declaration to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050, bringing the number of signatories to 31, backed by major financial institutions.
EDF projects a strategic decision for its first six EPR reactors in 2026, with sites for eight additional ones to be determined the same year, as part of France's energy strategy.
EDF projects a strategic decision for its first six EPR reactors in 2026, with sites for eight additional ones to be determined the same year, as part of France's energy strategy.
Vietnam plans to reactivate its nuclear program, halted in 2016, to support rapid industrialization and meet increasing energy demands while aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Vietnam plans to reactivate its nuclear program, halted in 2016, to support rapid industrialization and meet increasing energy demands while aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Great British Nuclear evaluates technologies from GE Hitachi, Holtec, Rolls-Royce SMR, and Westinghouse to select the modular reactors that will shape the country’s energy future.
Great British Nuclear evaluates technologies from GE Hitachi, Holtec, Rolls-Royce SMR, and Westinghouse to select the modular reactors that will shape the country’s energy future.
At COP29, Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), emphasizes the inclusion of nuclear energy in climate financing, while targeting a regulated access approach for developing countries.
At COP29, Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), emphasizes the inclusion of nuclear energy in climate financing, while targeting a regulated access approach for developing countries.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi visits Iran to revive inspections and seek a diplomatic resolution on Iran's nuclear program amid growing international tensions.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi visits Iran to revive inspections and seek a diplomatic resolution on Iran's nuclear program amid growing international tensions.
Niger opens its doors to Russian companies for the exploration of its natural wealth, marking a strategic shift as tensions persist with French companies, particularly over uranium.
Niger opens its doors to Russian companies for the exploration of its natural wealth, marking a strategic shift as tensions persist with French companies, particularly over uranium.
Framatome opens offices in Milan and Turin, marking a new step in Franco-Italian cooperation for the development of nuclear energy in Europe.
Framatome opens offices in Milan and Turin, marking a new step in Franco-Italian cooperation for the development of nuclear energy in Europe.
Poland strengthens its nuclear cooperation with Japan and the Netherlands, enhancing its capacity for its energy transition program.
Poland strengthens its nuclear cooperation with Japan and the Netherlands, enhancing its capacity for its energy transition program.
A sample of radioactive debris from the Fukushima power plant has been secretly transported to a laboratory near Tokyo. This crucial step is part of the lengthy decommissioning process, which is expected to take several more decades.
A sample of radioactive debris from the Fukushima power plant has been secretly transported to a laboratory near Tokyo. This crucial step is part of the lengthy decommissioning process, which is expected to take several more decades.
EDF hopes to finalize new long-term electricity contracts with energy-intensive industries by the end of the year, despite criticism over high electricity prices, which threaten their competitiveness.
EDF hopes to finalize new long-term electricity contracts with energy-intensive industries by the end of the year, despite criticism over high electricity prices, which threaten their competitiveness.

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