National Nuclear Energy Commission

SHINE Technologies Achieves Visible Proof of Fusion

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

JANESVILLE, Wis., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SHINE Technologies, LLC, a next-generation fusion technology company, today announced it has demonstrated clearly visible Cherenkov radiation produced by fusion for what is believed to be the first time in history.

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  • JANESVILLE, Wis., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SHINE Technologies, LLC, a next-generation fusion technology company, today announced it has demonstrated clearly visible Cherenkov radiation produced by fusion for what is believed to be the first time in history.
  • The target chamber of SHINE's fusion system is submerged underwater, allowing for the generation of visible Cherenkov radiation.
  • "The Cherenkov radiation effect produced here was bright enough to be visible, which means there's a lot of fusion happening, about 50 trillion fusions per second.
  • SHINE is industrializing and scaling fusion technology in a four-phased approach to solve important societal problems on the way to achieving safe, clean, abundant fusion energy.

Energoatom and Westinghouse Launch U.S. Internships for Nuclear Energy Professionals

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Westinghouse Electric Company and SE NNEGC Energoatom announced today a partnership to offer immersive internships and development opportunities for 60 Ukrainian nuclear energy professionals and graduate-level students.

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  • Westinghouse Electric Company and SE NNEGC Energoatom announced today a partnership to offer immersive internships and development opportunities for 60 Ukrainian nuclear energy professionals and graduate-level students.
  • The Westinghouse training program will provide a unique experience to Ukrainian professionals and university students for advancement within the nuclear energy industry as we begin implementing AP1000 plant projects across Ukraine, said David Durham, President Energy Systems at Westinghouse.
  • Opening our world class facilities to Ukraines current and future nuclear professionals reinforces the strong partnership Westinghouse has with Energoatom and Ukraine.
  • In June 2022, Westinghouse and Energoatom expanded agreements for Westinghouse to supply all nuclear fuel for the Energoatom operating fleet in Ukraine and to build nine AP1000 plants across the country.

Energoatom and Westinghouse Begin AP1000® Plant License Process in Ukraine

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Monday, July 11, 2022

In the agreement, Westinghouse will provide AP1000 plant technical information in support of Energoatoms feasibility study update for the construction of two AP1000 reactors at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) in Ukraine.

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  • In the agreement, Westinghouse will provide AP1000 plant technical information in support of Energoatoms feasibility study update for the construction of two AP1000 reactors at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) in Ukraine.
  • The effort advances the previously signed agreement between Westinghouse and Energoatom to construct AP1000 plants at Khmelnystskyi NPP units 5 and 6, commence the licensing process, and further develop Ukraines clean energy initiatives.
  • We stand ready to provide our AP1000 plant technology and equipment in Ukraine and are continually inspired by our strategic partners unwavering determination and resilience.
  • In June 2022, Westinghouse and Energoatom expanded agreements for Westinghouse to supply all nuclear fuel for the Energoatom operating fleet in Ukraine and to build nine AP1000 plants across the country.

Fusion Pharmaceuticals and Niowave Announce Actinium-225 Collaboration and Supply Agreement

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Friday, June 10, 2022

As part of the agreement, Fusion will also have an option to invest in future production of actinium-225 to scale with Fusion's needs.

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  • As part of the agreement, Fusion will also have an option to invest in future production of actinium-225 to scale with Fusion's needs.
  • Fusion currently has existing actinium supply arrangements with TRIUMF and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
  • Fusion Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing next-generation radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines.
  • Niowave is a Cooperative Agreement partner with the National Nuclear Security Administration to develop a domestic supply of molybdenum-99 and currently produces yttrium-90 for use in cancer therapy.

NuScale Power to Partner with U.S. Trade and Development Agency to Conduct SMR Licensing Gap Analysis in Ukraine

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

The USTDA grant will be instrumental in supporting the licensing and deployment of SMR technology in Ukraine.

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  • The USTDA grant will be instrumental in supporting the licensing and deployment of SMR technology in Ukraine.
  • The purpose of the SMR Licensing Gap Analysis is to compare the NuScale SMR design against International Atomic Energy Agency standards, Ukrainian regulations, and regulatory guidance.
  • The analysis will also identify gaps that could prevent deployment of a NuScale SMR in Ukraine and propose recommendations to close the gaps, including regulation changes, if necessary.
  • In September, NuScale also announced an MOU to explore SMR deployment in Ukraine with the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company of Ukraine (Energoatom).

Sigma Lithium's Ana Cabral-Gardner to Mining & Energy Commission at Brazilian Congress: "Brazil Has Strategic Opportunity To Become a Green Lithium-Exporting Powerhouse"

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ: SGML, TSXV: SGML) is dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicle batteries with environmentally sustainable and high-purity lithium.

Key Points: 
  • Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ: SGML, TSXV: SGML) is dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicle batteries with environmentally sustainable and high-purity lithium.
  • Her comments were made in Congress during a seminar organized by IBRAM (Brazilian Mining Industry Council) and the Mining and Energy Commission in the Chamber of Deputies of the Brazilian Congress led by Congressman Edio Lopes.
  • Brazil is already a global case study in low carbon mobility powering our cars with ethanol, biofuels and natural gas.
  • Sigma Lithium is one of the few companies that has managed to produce lithium in an environmentally sustainable manner.

NuScale Power Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Energoatom to Explore SMR Deployment in Ukraine

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

NuScale Power and the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company of Ukraine (Energoatom) announced today the two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the deployment of NuScale Power plants in Ukraine.

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  • NuScale Power and the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company of Ukraine (Energoatom) announced today the two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the deployment of NuScale Power plants in Ukraine.
  • NuScale is excited to partner with Energoatom on the potential deployment of a NuScale Power plant in Ukraine, said John Hopkins, Chairman and CEO of NuScale Power.
  • Energoatom is pleased to establish a cooperation with NuScale Power, a U.S. vendor of small modular reactors.
  • The majority investor in NuScale is Fluor Corporation, a global engineering, procurement, and construction company with a 70-year history in commercial nuclear power.

Energoatom And Westinghouse Advance Clean Energy Throughout Central And Eastern Europe

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Energoatom has selected Westinghouse AP1000 technology for their long-term goals to develop new nuclear power plants in Ukraine.

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  • Energoatom has selected Westinghouse AP1000 technology for their long-term goals to develop new nuclear power plants in Ukraine.
  • The exclusive agreement solidifies Westinghouse and Energoatom to pursue the AP1000 reactor projects and help the country reach its de-carbonization goals utilizing clean, reliable, and cost-effective nuclear energy.
  • Westinghouse AP1000 technology is the only Generation III+ reactor technology licensed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and in several countries in Europe and Asia.
  • The State Enterprise "National Nuclear Energy Generating Company "Energoatom" was established in October 1996.