Advertising

Washington and Stockholm join forces on nuclear issues

The USA and Sweden announce a cooperation agreement for the development of nuclear energy, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and nuclear waste management.

Please share:

The USA and Sweden are working together to promote the development of nuclear energy.
The agreement signed between the two countries focuses on technological innovation and knowledge exchange to enhance nuclear capabilities.
This strategic cooperation aims to modernize the energy sector by focusing on small modular reactors (SMRs), the development of new fuels and the efficient management of nuclear waste.

Cooperation objectives

The agreement signed by the USA and Sweden aims to develop advanced nuclear solutions.
Small modular reactors (SMRs) are a key technology in this cooperation.
These compact, flexible reactors offer a promising alternative to traditional nuclear facilities.
By sharing their expertise, the two countries hope to accelerate the deployment of this technology and meet growing energy needs while reducing the carbon footprint.
Nuclear waste management is also a priority.
Both nations intend to exchange best practices to improve the safety and efficiency of waste management processes.
By developing new nuclear fuels, they aim to make energy production cleaner and more efficient.
This cooperation could serve as a model for other countries seeking to modernize their nuclear infrastructures.

Sweden’s energy development plan

Sweden is planning a significant expansion of its nuclear capacity to meet growing electricity demand and achieve its decarbonization targets.
Stockholm has announced the construction of two new reactors by 2035, with a total capacity of at least 2,500 MW.
This initiative is a first step towards a “massive expansion” of nuclear production by 2045.
Sweden currently operates six reactors in three plants, commissioned between 1975 and 1985.
By increasing its nuclear power production, Sweden intends not only to meet growing energy demand, but also to support its climate objectives.
This expansion aims to strengthen the country’s energy security while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Perspective and impact

Cooperation between the USA and Sweden could have a major impact on the global nuclear industry.
By combining their technologies and expertise, the two countries could accelerate technological advances and offer new solutions to global energy challenges.
This collaboration could also influence international nuclear policies, demonstrating the benefits of a strategic partnership for the development and dissemination of advanced nuclear technologies.
The joint commitment to innovation in small modular reactors and waste management could serve as a model for other countries.
By working together, the USA and Sweden are leading the way towards a safer, more sustainable energy future.

Register free of charge for uninterrupted access.

popular articles

Advertising

Recently published in

Helen initiates the construction of modular nuclear reactors for district heating in Helsinki. The project, currently under negotiation, aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels while integrating low-carbon energy sources.
Tepco initiates a new attempt to remove radioactive debris from Fukushima, a major step in the complex process of dismantling the nuclear power plant, more than ten years after the 2011 accident.
Tepco initiates a new attempt to remove radioactive debris from Fukushima, a major step in the complex process of dismantling the nuclear power plant, more than ten years after the 2011 accident.
NANO Nuclear Energy adds Anuj Dubey and Congjin Ding to its technical team to strengthen the development of its 'ODIN' microreactor, a portable reactor technology currently in the test phase.
NANO Nuclear Energy adds Anuj Dubey and Congjin Ding to its technical team to strengthen the development of its 'ODIN' microreactor, a portable reactor technology currently in the test phase.
After an automatic shutdown caused by a faulty configuration, the Flamanville EPR restarts and continues its ramp-up towards connection to the power grid.
After an automatic shutdown caused by a faulty configuration, the Flamanville EPR restarts and continues its ramp-up towards connection to the power grid.
Japan adopts measures to facilitate the restart of Tepco's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, strengthening safety and governance to secure the necessary local support.
The Italian government is planning legislation by 2025 to lift the ban on nuclear power, paving the way for SMR and other cutting-edge technologies.
The Italian government is planning legislation by 2025 to lift the ban on nuclear power, paving the way for SMR and other cutting-edge technologies.
The Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates is now fully operational with its four reactors, providing 25% of the country's electricity supply.
The Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates is now fully operational with its four reactors, providing 25% of the country's electricity supply.
Tohoku Electric Power begins loading nuclear fuel at Onagawa 2, after a decade of modernization to comply with Japan's new safety requirements.
Tohoku Electric Power begins loading nuclear fuel at Onagawa 2, after a decade of modernization to comply with Japan's new safety requirements.
Tokamak Energy launches TE Magnetics to develop and market high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets for fusion reactors and other industrial applications.
The EPR reactor at Flamanville is experiencing an automatic shutdown after its first nuclear fission. EDF teams are carrying out technical checks to identify the cause and restart the divergence process.
The EPR reactor at Flamanville is experiencing an automatic shutdown after its first nuclear fission. EDF teams are carrying out technical checks to identify the cause and restart the divergence process.
The NRC authorizes Kairos Power's Hermes 2 project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, by issuing a final environmental assessment, without requiring a new environmental impact statement.
The NRC authorizes Kairos Power's Hermes 2 project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, by issuing a final environmental assessment, without requiring a new environmental impact statement.
The IAEA expresses its concerns about the safety of the Kursk and Zaporizhia nuclear power plants, threatened by armed conflict in Ukraine, during a meeting between Rafael Grossi and Volodymyr Zelensky.
The IAEA expresses its concerns about the safety of the Kursk and Zaporizhia nuclear power plants, threatened by armed conflict in Ukraine, during a meeting between Rafael Grossi and Volodymyr Zelensky.
Orano, a leader in the French nuclear sector, chooses Tennessee to develop a uranium enrichment plant, strengthening the United States' energy autonomy in the face of geopolitical risks linked to Russia.
The Czech Competition Office (UOHS) is analyzing the appeals lodged by Westinghouse and EDF against the selection of Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Company to build two reactors.
The Czech Competition Office (UOHS) is analyzing the appeals lodged by Westinghouse and EDF against the selection of Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Company to build two reactors.
The Flamanville EPR achieves its first nuclear reaction, marking a key point in its commissioning. EDF CEO Luc Rémont highlights the importance of this milestone for France's energy future.
The Flamanville EPR achieves its first nuclear reaction, marking a key point in its commissioning. EDF CEO Luc Rémont highlights the importance of this milestone for France's energy future.
Fortum now uses fuel from Westinghouse Electric Company for its Loviisa reactors, a strategic move to diversify supplies and strengthen Finland's energy security.
Fortum now uses fuel from Westinghouse Electric Company for its Loviisa reactors, a strategic move to diversify supplies and strengthen Finland's energy security.
EDF announces a further delay to the connection of the Flamanville EPR to the electricity grid. Start-up has been pushed back to late autumn 2024, adding to a long series of delays in this strategic nuclear project.
Helical Fusion aims to develop a stable nuclear fusion reactor by 2034, marking an important step towards emission-free energy production and reinforcing Japan's energy strategy.
Helical Fusion aims to develop a stable nuclear fusion reactor by 2034, marking an important step towards emission-free energy production and reinforcing Japan's energy strategy.
London proposes a £5.5 billion subsidy for EDF's Sizewell C nuclear power station, aimed at securing energy supply and meeting energy policy objectives.
London proposes a £5.5 billion subsidy for EDF's Sizewell C nuclear power station, aimed at securing energy supply and meeting energy policy objectives.
EDF has applied to the ASN to launch the Flamanville EPR, a complex project whose costs have quadrupled and which is twelve years behind schedule. The divergence authorization is awaited before production can begin.
EDF has applied to the ASN to launch the Flamanville EPR, a complex project whose costs have quadrupled and which is twelve years behind schedule. The divergence authorization is awaited before production can begin.
Beijing approves four Westinghouse AP1000 reactors for the Bailong and Lufeng sites, marking a key step in the integration of American nuclear technologies.
Iran continues to enrich uranium at high levels without improving its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), despite resolutions demanding greater transparency.
Iran continues to enrich uranium at high levels without improving its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), despite resolutions demanding greater transparency.
The UK government authorizes Westinghouse's AP300 to begin the generic design assessment process, reinforcing its nuclear strategy.
The UK government authorizes Westinghouse's AP300 to begin the generic design assessment process, reinforcing its nuclear strategy.
Norsk Kjernekraft and DL Group start a study for modular nuclear reactors in Mongstad, to meet Norway's energy needs and emissions reduction targets.
Norsk Kjernekraft and DL Group start a study for modular nuclear reactors in Mongstad, to meet Norway's energy needs and emissions reduction targets.

Welcome

Your subscription

Included in this subscription: