Tag: Nuclear Power

Northern North Dakota farmers push back on bill that would allow study of nuclear waste

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by: MinotVoice  |  

As North Dakota lawmakers explore nuclear energy, a familiar challenge looms—what to do with the waste. Senate Bill 2159, which removes restrictions on nuclear waste research, passed the Senate with little opposition but is now facing pushback from farmers and environmental groups. The debate reflects a broader national struggle: while nuclear offers steady, low-carbon power,

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Scientists Reveal Battery That Can Be Powered by Nuclear Waste

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Nuclear energy may be clean, but its radioactive waste remains a challenge. Now, researchers have found a way to repurpose that waste—by using it to power tiny batteries. A new study shows how gamma radiation from nuclear byproducts can generate electricity for microelectronics, a breakthrough that could lead to ultra-low-maintenance sensors. While still in its

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Nuclear power plant proposed near Estevan

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by: MinotVoice  |  

SaskPower is moving ahead with plans for a small modular reactor near Estevan, Saskatchewan, as part of its commitment to expand nuclear energy. While North Dakota legislators consider a study on similar developments, SaskPower has pinpointed the Boundary Dam and Rafferty Reservoir as promising sites. The utility aims to decide on final locations by early

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As coal plants close, Colorado towns consider nuclear waste storage

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by: MinotVoice  |  

With coal plants shutting down, communities in northwest Colorado are searching for what’s next. One idea? Storing spent nuclear fuel. A regional energy group is exploring the possibility of a temporary waste facility, drawing both interest and concern. Supporters see it as an economic opportunity, while critics worry about safety and the region becoming a

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Will the world fall in love with nuclear power once more?

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For decades, nuclear power has been stuck in the shadow of its past—haunted by accidents, burdened by regulation, and the butt of pop culture jokes. But as the world scrambles to cut carbon emissions, nuclear is inching back into the conversation. Environmental journalist Marco Visscher argues that dismissing it outright is a mistake. With renewables

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Lawmakers say no to storing nuclear waste in Wyoming

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Concerns over the potential storage of spent nuclear fuel in Wyoming have led lawmakers to reject House Bill 16, aimed at initiating a broader discussion on the topic. Facing constituents’ opposition and doubts about the reliability of “temporary” storage, committee members noted the federal government’s long struggle to establish a permanent waste repository. Lawmakers expressed

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Has nuclear power entered a new era of acceptance?

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by: MinotVoice  |  

NextEra Energy Resources is setting its sights on reopening Iowa’s only nuclear power plant by 2028, reflecting a broader shift in public opinion as support for nuclear energy rises. Once on the decline, the Duane Arnold Energy Center, which was decommissioned in 2020, now stands at the center of discussions about sustainable energy sources to

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Natrium ‘advanced nuclear’ power plant wins Wyoming permit

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In a significant stride for energy innovation, Wyoming has greenlit TerraPower’s Natrium nuclear plant. Nestled near Kemmerer, this project marks the nation’s first state permit for a commercial advanced nuclear facility. While awaiting federal approval for nuclear components, TerraPower is forging ahead with non-nuclear construction, leveraging local infrastructure and workforce. Founded by Bill Gates, TerraPower

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Sweden makes regulatory push to allow new nuclear reactors

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The European energy apple cart was upset over the past year; Russia’s invasion of Ukraine changed everything. As a result, energy security has become a big priority. Sweden looking at nuclear sources to meet their demand. Get the full story from Reuters.

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