Small modular reactor

NANO Nuclear Energy, the First Portable Nuclear Microreactor Publicly Listed in the U.S., Pledges Support to the World Nuclear Association’s Net Zero Nuclear Industry Initiative

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목요일, 5월 23, 2024

New York, N.Y., May 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear”), an emerging vertically integrated microreactor and advanced nuclear technology company led by a world-class nuclear engineering team developing proprietary, portable, and clean energy solutions, is pleased to announce that is has committed its support to the World Nuclear Association’s Net Zero Nuclear (“NZN”) initiative.

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  • Figure 1 - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ NNE) Signs the Net Zero Nuclear Industry Pledge in Solidarity with the Declaration to Triple Nuclear Energy made at COP28.
  • “Nano Nuclear Energy has joined the more than 120 companies that have pledged to support global efforts to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050.
  • “The Net Zero Nuclear initiative is a testament to the rekindled interest in the nuclear energy industry and shows a collective commitment to sustainable energy solutions we are very proud to support,” said Jay Yu, Executive Chairman and President of NANO Nuclear Energy.
  • “The global community is gradually recognizing the critical role of nuclear energy in achieving a sustainable future,” said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear Energy.

Small Modular Reactors (SMR) Industry Report 2024: Revolutionizing Nuclear Energy with a Projected $3.9 Trillion Value by 2050 with BWXT, GE Hitachi, TerraPower Spearheading Developments - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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목요일, 5월 16, 2024

The "Small Modular Reactors (SMR): Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts 2024-2050" report from Wintergreen Research, Inc has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Small Modular Reactors (SMR): Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts 2024-2050" report from Wintergreen Research, Inc has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) present an alluring prospect in the field of nuclear energy by offering the potential for reusing spent nuclear fuel.
  • This process not only contributes to sustainability but also enhances the efficiency of nuclear waste management.
  • Recycling waste fuel not only minimizes waste volume but also reduces the demand for raw materials, presenting economic and environmental advantages.

ASP Isotopes Issues Letter to Stockholders

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목요일, 4월 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASP Isotopes Inc. NASDAQ: ASPI ("ASPI,” or the “Company”), an advanced materials company dedicated to the development of technology and processes designed to produce isotopes used in multiple industries, today released the following letter to stockholders from its Chairman and CEO, Paul Mann.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASP Isotopes Inc. NASDAQ: ASPI ("ASPI,” or the “Company”), an advanced materials company dedicated to the development of technology and processes designed to produce isotopes used in multiple industries, today released the following letter to stockholders from its Chairman and CEO, Paul Mann.
  • The contract required RC14 to provide an irrevocable standby letter of credit in lieu of a deposit, which was received.
  • Our proprietary technology has proven capabilities to enrich a wide range of isotopes, including light isotopes and lighter molecules, such as silane (SiH4).
  • ASP Isotopes’ goal is to become the lowest cost and most reliable supplier of stable isotopes globally.

BWXT Announces Expansion of Cambridge Manufacturing Plant to Support Global Nuclear Power Market

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금요일, 4월 19, 2024

BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today an investment to expand its Cambridge manufacturing plant.

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  • BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today an investment to expand its Cambridge manufacturing plant.
  • At the same time, the global nuclear industry is increasingly being called upon to mitigate the impacts of climate change and increase energy security and independence.
  • Rex Geveden, president and Chief Executive Officer, BWXT, stated, “There is a sharp increase in government interest and funding for nuclear power, globally.
  • BWX Technologies, Inc. (“BWXT”) cautions that this release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to expectations for the timing and impact of the expansion of the Cambridge manufacturing plant.

Westinghouse Congratulates Energoatom on Start of AP1000® Work at Khmelnytskyi NPP

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월요일, 4월 15, 2024

Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates Energoatom, the state-owned nuclear utility of Ukraine, on the start of AP1000® activities at Khmelnytskyi Unit 5 in Ukraine.

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  • Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates Energoatom, the state-owned nuclear utility of Ukraine, on the start of AP1000® activities at Khmelnytskyi Unit 5 in Ukraine.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240415282247/en/
    Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates Energoatom on the start of AP1000® activities at Khmelnytskyi Unit 5 in Ukraine.
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    Today’s news follows the arrival of the first batch of Westinghouse VVER-1000 nuclear fuel for the two operating units at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant in March 2024.
  • This milestone strengthens the existing strategic partnership between Westinghouse and Energoatom to supply all VVER nuclear fuel for the country’s nuclear fleet.

ASP Isotopes Inc. Enters Into a Contract with U.S.-Based Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Company for Project Focused on Engineering Design and Planning for Enrichment Facility for the Production of Advanced Nuclear Fuels

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월요일, 4월 8, 2024

The advanced nuclear fuels required during the next fifty years are expected to differ significantly from those used in the last fifty years.

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  • The advanced nuclear fuels required during the next fifty years are expected to differ significantly from those used in the last fifty years.
  • Without these advanced nuclear fuels, the world stands little chance of meeting 2050 climate goals.
  • Specifically, many SMRs in the future will require HALEU (High Assay Low Enriched Uranium) and nuclear fusion will require Lithium-6.
  • To meet 2050 climate goals, this must occur with a zero increase in carbon emissions.

Prodigy Clean Energy and Des Nëdhé Group Exploring Microreactor Transportable Nuclear Power Plants (TNPPs) for Remote Applications

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024

Today, in a major step toward Indigenous Economic Reconciliation, Prodigy Clean Energy and Des Nëdhé Group announce a Memorandum of Understanding to develop opportunities to power remote mines and communities in Canada utilizing Prodigy microreactor Transportable Nuclear Power Plants (TNPPs).

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  • Today, in a major step toward Indigenous Economic Reconciliation, Prodigy Clean Energy and Des Nëdhé Group announce a Memorandum of Understanding to develop opportunities to power remote mines and communities in Canada utilizing Prodigy microreactor Transportable Nuclear Power Plants (TNPPs).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240319500038/en/
    Conceptual illustration of Prodigy’s Microreactor Power Station™ TNPP.
  • Prodigy is collaborating with Westinghouse to develop a TNPP outfitted with the Westinghouse eVinci™ microreactor, that would be suitable for these applications.
  • “Prodigy’s microreactor TNPP offers a near-term solution to transition remote locations off of diesel,” said Mathias Trojer, President and CEO, Prodigy Clean Energy.

Global Small Modular Reactors (SMR) Industry Report 2024: By 2050, the Market is Anticipated to Achieve an Annual Value of $3.9 Trillion

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024

DUBLIN, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Small Modular Reactors (SMR): Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts 2024-2050" report from Wintergreen Research, Inc has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Small Modular Reactors (SMR): Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts 2024-2050" report from Wintergreen Research, Inc has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) present an alluring prospect in the field of nuclear energy by offering the potential for reusing spent nuclear fuel.
  • This process not only contributes to sustainability but also enhances the efficiency of nuclear waste management.
  • Recycling waste fuel not only minimizes waste volume but also reduces the demand for raw materials, presenting economic and environmental advantages.

Westinghouse Releases Report on Economic Impact of AP1000® Deployment in Canada

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수요일, 2월 28, 2024

Westinghouse Electric Company released a comprehensive, independent report today from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC (PwC) outlining the significant economic impact for Canada by deploying four AP1000® units in Ontario.

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  • Westinghouse Electric Company released a comprehensive, independent report today from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC (PwC) outlining the significant economic impact for Canada by deploying four AP1000® units in Ontario.
  • Once operational, the units would create an additional $8.1 billion in GDP and support more than 12,000 jobs annually.
  • “Our globally-deployed AP1000 reactor fleet is a licensed and proven technology that provides exceptional availability and economics across the world,” said David Durham, President of Westinghouse Energy Systems.
  • Over 135 years of innovation makes Westinghouse the preferred partner for advanced technologies covering the complete nuclear energy life cycle.

Westinghouse Initiates UK Generic Design Assessment Process for the AP300™ Small Modular Reactor

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화요일, 2월 13, 2024

Westinghouse Electric Company announced today it has formally submitted an application to the U.K. Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) for approval to enter the General Design Assessment (GDA) of the AP300™ Small Modular Reactor (SMR).

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company announced today it has formally submitted an application to the U.K. Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) for approval to enter the General Design Assessment (GDA) of the AP300™ Small Modular Reactor (SMR).
  • This is the first step in the formal licensing process within the U.K.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240213946891/en/
    The Westinghouse AP300 SMR is the only SMR based on proven, deployed nuclear technology.
  • The AP300 small modular reactor is the only SMR based on an advanced, large Generation III+ reactor already in operation globally – Westinghouse’s proven AP1000® technology, which is licensed in the U.K.