U.S. Control Over Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain
As it stands, U.S. nuclear generators import almost all of their uranium from other countries. Locations include Canada, Australia, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. With uranium usage above 32 million pounds, there is a significant opportunity for the U.S. to take a look at their domestic supply chain. States such as Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Wyoming and...Continue reading→
Philippines Uses Nuclear Tech to Fight Plastic Pollution
During the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) International High-Level Forum, Filipino President, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., talked about his commitment to addressing plastic issues through nuclear technology. “It affects biodiversity, public health, supply chains, and the lives of our coastal and urban communities. Addressing it requires going beyond regulation and advocacy. It requires technology that is...Continue reading→
Milton Park Innovation Community
It had been a long time since we’d been down to Milton Park and what a fantastic community it has grown to be. Based in South Oxfordshire, Milton Park is a hub of innovation with impressive buildings, labs, cafes, restaurants and the coming together of many industries. Tokamak Energy, Nuvia, TE Magnetics, AECOM, Baker Hughes,...Continue reading→
Dounreay Clears Away Nuclear Waste
Dounreay was established in 1950’s and in 1954 it was chosen as the site for a new type of reactor, the fast breeder reactors. Until 1994 it was the place for fast reactor research and development where it had a vital role in advancing nuclear technology. This was led by the UK Atomic Energy Authority...Continue reading→
Tokamak Energy & Fusion Magnet Breakthrough
Tokamak Energy has a world-leading magnet system and this world-first system, based in Oxford, has been producing impressive results. Warrick Matthews, Tokamak Energy CEO, said: “These results are a major victory for the race to deliver fusion and HTS as a disruptive new commercial technology. Demo4 represents over a decade of HTS innovation at Tokamak...Continue reading→
Sizewell A Demolished Concrete Used at Sizewell C
Over 15,000 tones worth of concrete will be reused at Sizewell C after being demolished by Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) at Sizewell A. The crushed concrete from the former turbine hall will be reused at SZC. The recycled materials have been carefully tested and will be used as sub-bases for various foundation platforms. This is...Continue reading→
Hiring for Tomorrow, Today: Nuclear & Energy Infrastructure
Our aim at Nuclear Careers is to work with a broad mix of clients such as engineering consultants, construction managers, civil contractors, defence organisations, and manufacturers. The common thread is that these businesses, whether SME or larger companies, all have links to nuclear & energy infrastructure. Why is this our focus? We have a passion...Continue reading→
ENEC-KEPCO to Advance Nuclear Energy & AI
An MoU has been signed between Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). This agreement will extend the cooperation between the two for the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) and the Republic of Korea’s civil nuclear fleets. After successfully delivering the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant this new MoU will further their strategic...Continue reading→
GE Vernova Operations at Jafurah Cogeneration ISPP
GE Vernova together with ADIPEC announced that commercial operations have started at Jafurah ISPP (Independent Steam and Power Plan). The new facility is set to be among the most productive power plants in Saudi Arabia. The plant is expected to deliver up to 314 tons/hour of steam, as well as up to 320 megawatts (MW)....Continue reading→
RWE & Germany’s Largest Battery Storage
Gundremmingen energy site will be a 400-megawatt plant with the capacity of 700 megawatt hours, and it will be connected to the nuclear power plants existing grid. ~230 million is the amount that RWE will be investing into the construction of the new facility and the ceremony was attended by Dr Markus Söder, Bavarian Minister-President...Continue reading→