Nuclear power

Government of Canada invests in research and technology to create jobs and produce non-emitting energy

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Nuclear power, Stable salt reactor, Small modular reactor

"The Government of Canada supports the use of this innovative technology to help deliver lower-emitting energy sources and build on Canada's global leadership in small nuclear reactors.

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  • "The Government of Canada supports the use of this innovative technology to help deliver lower-emitting energy sources and build on Canada's global leadership in small nuclear reactors.
  • "SMRs are a potentially game-changing technology that can lower emissions, create jobs and increase our competitiveness.
  • The SMR technology being developed by New Brunswick-based Moltex Energy Canada Inc. is grid-connected and can produce 300 MW of electricity.
  • In addition to SIF, there are various programs and services to help businesses innovate, create jobs and grow Canada's economy.

$ 44.6 Billion Growth in Global Pressure Vessels Market 2021-2025 | Featuring Major Vendors Including KNM Group Berhad and Kobe Steel Ltd. among others | Technavio

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Environmental engineering, Articles, Chemistry, Sanitation, Physical sciences, Water pollution, Energy conversion, Wastewater treatment, Pressure vessel, Water, Nuclear power, Municipal wastewater treatment energy management

The pressure vessels market is driven by the amplified demand for water and wastewater treatment.

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  • The pressure vessels market is driven by the amplified demand for water and wastewater treatment.
  • In addition, the augmentation of coal capacities and revival of nuclear power plants in Japan is anticipated to boost the growth of the pressure vessels market.
  • Pressure vessels are used in water treatment plants to optimize the temperature of the water and increase energy efficiency.
  • Therefore, the rising demand for water and wastewater treatment is expected to fuel the growth of the global pressure vessels market during the forecast period.

Global Nuclear Energy Services Market (2021 to 2026) - Featuring Intertek, General Electric and Fortum Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Nuclear, Energy, Articles, Energy, Energy conversion, Nuclear power

The "Global Nuclear Energy Services Market - Forecasts from 2021 to 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Nuclear Energy Services Market - Forecasts from 2021 to 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global nuclear energy services market is evaluated at US$7.068 billion for the year 2019 growing at a CAGR of 4.37% reaching the market size of US$9.136 billion by the year 2026.
  • The nuclear energy services market consists of developing regulatory frameworks, strategic recommendations, improvement in the operating model and entire nuclear energy value chain.
  • The market is expected to witness a significant growth owing to the increase in the developments of nuclear power plants across the world.

IDTechEx Explores Thermoelectric Perpetual Submarine

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Energy, Articles, Thermoelectricity, Energy conversion, Electrical generators, Energy harvesting, Thermoelectric generator, Nuclear power, Thermoelectric effect, Plutonium, Watt

BOSTON, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report, " Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting and Sensing 2020-2030 ", shows how remarkable new applications are driving the increase in interest in thermoelectric power generation.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report, " Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting and Sensing 2020-2030 ", shows how remarkable new applications are driving the increase in interest in thermoelectric power generation.
  • Appropriate thermoelectric modules were recently demonstrated by researchers from the University of Glasgow in Scotland.
  • A large, manned, nuclear-powered submarine may not be needed to maintain a permanent presence in disputed waters.
  • For the big picture of the burgeoning energy harvesting business, see the IDTechEx report, " Energy Harvesting Microwatt to Gigawatt: Opportunities 2020-2040 ".

IDTechEx Explores Thermoelectric Perpetual Submarine

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Energy, Articles, Thermoelectricity, Energy conversion, Electrical generators, Energy harvesting, Thermoelectric generator, Nuclear power, Thermoelectric effect, Plutonium, Watt

BOSTON, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report, " Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting and Sensing 2020-2030 ", shows how remarkable new applications are driving the increase in interest in thermoelectric power generation.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report, " Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting and Sensing 2020-2030 ", shows how remarkable new applications are driving the increase in interest in thermoelectric power generation.
  • Appropriate thermoelectric modules were recently demonstrated by researchers from the University of Glasgow in Scotland.
  • A large, manned, nuclear-powered submarine may not be needed to maintain a permanent presence in disputed waters.
  • For the big picture of the burgeoning energy harvesting business, see the IDTechEx report, " Energy Harvesting Microwatt to Gigawatt: Opportunities 2020-2040 ".

Lightbridge Applauds Nuclear Industry’s Strategic Plan to Help Meet Virginia’s Carbon-Free Energy Goals

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Energy, Articles, Nuclear energy, Nuclear power, Nuclear energy in the United States, Energy policy, Anti-nuclear movement, Nuclear power debate

RESTON, Va., Feb. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, commended the Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium (VNEC) on the release of a strategic plan for nuclear energy in Virginia that will help the state meet its carbon-free energy goals and promote private-sector innovation.

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, commended the Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium (VNEC) on the release of a strategic plan for nuclear energy in Virginia that will help the state meet its carbon-free energy goals and promote private-sector innovation.
  • The plan, Virginia Is Nuclear, lays out a four-year strategy to leverage nuclear energy to promote economic development, protect the environment, and support national security.
  • The industrys vision will ensure that nuclear energy keeps producing a significant part of the states carbon-free energy, prioritizes nuclear technology innovation, leverages existing in-state infrastructure, and provides educational opportunities for the future nuclear workforce.
  • This strategic plan provides a comprehensive vision for how nuclear energy can help Virginia meet its carbon-free energy goals, while protecting its environment and supporting economic development.

Lightbridge Receives Notice of Allowance for a U.S. Patent for a Manufacturing Method of its Metallic Fuel Rods

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Energy technology, Physical sciences, Articles, Nuclear technology, Energy conversion, Nuclear power, Nuclear fuel

Lightbridge (NASDAQ: LTBR) is an advanced nuclear fuel technology development company based in Reston, Virginia, United States.

Key Points: 
  • Lightbridge (NASDAQ: LTBR) is an advanced nuclear fuel technology development company based in Reston, Virginia, United States.
  • The Company is developing Lightbridge Fuel, a proprietary next-generation nuclear fuel technology for current and future reactors, which significantly enhances the economics, safety, and proliferation resistance of nuclear power.
  • Lightbridge invented, patented, and has independently validated its technology, with goals of preventing climate change and enhancing national security.
  • Four large electric utilities that generate about half of Americas nuclear power advise Lightbridge on fuel development and deployment.

EPRI Chief Nuclear Officer Dr. Rita Baranwal Applauds ANS Report

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Articles, Energy, Electric Power Research Institute, Energy in California, Nuclear power, Rita Baranwal, Nuclear energy in the United States, Nuclear technology

The U.S. Nuclear R&D Imperative " recommends significant immediate increases in federal nuclear R&D investment.

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  • The U.S. Nuclear R&D Imperative " recommends significant immediate increases in federal nuclear R&D investment.
  • "Implementation of advanced nuclear technology and the modernization of current nuclear resources are essential to the deep decarbonization of the electric sector," said Dr. Rita Baranwal, Chief Nuclear Officer at EPRI.
  • Dr. Baranwal joined EPRI in January to lead the organization's nuclear sector, which provides research and development to more than 77% of the world's commercial nuclear fleet.
  • EPRI's Nuclear sector conducts research supporting the reliable and environmentally responsible use of nuclear power and develops cost-effective technologies, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer tools for existing nuclear assets and new nuclear technology.

Lightbridge Applauds the American Nuclear Society’s Report: The U.S. Nuclear R&D Imperative

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Articles, Energy, Energy conversion, Nuclear power, Nuclear proliferation, Energy policy

RESTON, Va., Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, congratulates the American Nuclear Society (ANS) on todays release of The U.S. Nuclear R&D Imperative, a report from the ANS Task Force on Public Investment in Nuclear Research and Development.

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, congratulates the American Nuclear Society (ANS) on todays release of The U.S. Nuclear R&D Imperative, a report from the ANS Task Force on Public Investment in Nuclear Research and Development.
  • Lightbridge President and CEO Seth Grae serves on this task force and was a contributor to this report.
  • The Company is developing Lightbridge Fuel, a proprietary next-generation nuclear fuel technology for current and future reactors, which significantly enhances the economics, safety, and proliferation resistance of nuclear power.
  • Four large electric utilities that generate about half of Americas nuclear power advise Lightbridge on fuel development and deployment.

NuScale Power Receives Rushlight Events Nuclear Energy Award

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Monday, February 15, 2021
Nuclear, Energy, Environment, Energy, Articles, Nuclear energy in the United States, Energy conversion, Nuclear reactors, NuScale Power, Nuclear power, Light-water reactor, Desalination, Sustainable energy

NuScale Power announced today that Rushlight Events, a leading organization dedicated to the promotion of clean technologies and sustainable solutions, has honored NuScale with the Nuclear Energy Award .

Key Points: 
  • NuScale Power announced today that Rushlight Events, a leading organization dedicated to the promotion of clean technologies and sustainable solutions, has honored NuScale with the Nuclear Energy Award .
  • Designed to highlight innovation and groundbreaking initiatives, Rushlights Nuclear Energy Award was given to the technological advancement that has contributed the most to improving environmental impacts through nuclear power generation.
  • NuScale is honored to receive this award recognizing our leadership in the clean energy field and our ability to generate safe, reliable, carbon-free energy, said NuScale Power Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Hopkins.
  • NuScale Power has developed a new modular light water reactor nuclear power plant to supply energy for electrical generation, district heating, desalination, and other process heat applications.