Nuclear

What are the different types of power plants used to generate energy?

With power demand rising across the world, here we take a closer look at the types of power plants used to generate the world's various forms of energy

Global CO2 emissions hit ‘historic high’ in 2018 as power demand surges

Despite major renewables growth, rising global power demand led to record-breaking levels of CO2 emissions last year, according to the IEA

Bechtel installs 745-ton reactor dome of Vogtle nuclear power plant unit 3

A team led by Bechtel has completed installation of a 745-ton reactor dome at the 2.43GW Vogtle nuclear power plant in Georgia, US as part of a $28bn expansion project.

Nuclear power deal with the US cuts India’s reliance on Russia, says expert

GlobalData power analyst Arkapal Sil claims India's recent deal to build six nuclear power plants with the US will reduce its dependence on Russia, while also providing a check on China's monopoly over the south Asian market

NuScale and Romanian energy company sign agreement to explore SMRs for Romania

NuScale Power announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Societatea Nationala Nuclearelectrica SA (SNN SA), a Romanian energy company, to exchange business and technical information on NuScale’s innovative nuclear technology.

US and India ink nuclear power deal to build six plants and strengthen security

A new deal with the US will see Indian nuclear power capacity boosted as the country seeks to triple its capacity by 2024

Perry Nuclear Power Plant begins refueling and maintenance outage

FirstEnergy Nuclear Operating Company (FENOC) announced its Perry Nuclear Power Plant in Perry, Ohio, initiated a planned shutdown on Sunday, March 10, for scheduled refueling and maintenance to enhance reliability.

US DOE to offer $30m for fusion research

Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a plan to provide $30 million for experimental research on magnetic fusion energy science at international fusion facilities known as tokamaks.

Hanhikivi 1 Nuclear Power Plant

Hanhikivi 1 nuclear power plant is being constructed at Pyhajoki in the northern part of Finland.