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Spain extends Almaraz nuclear plant operations to 2030, delaying closure by three years

Almaraz will remain in operation until 2030 after a decision by Pedro Sánchez's Government, a move warmly welcomed in the Extremadura region, which was hit by a major blackout in April last year and where the plant employs some 4,000 people.

People Blame Politics As Europe Suffers The Most Brutal Drought In Years: “But What About Those Immigrants?”

People Blame Politics As Europe Suffers The Most Brutal Drought In Years: “But What About Those Immigrants?”

It’s been a hot European summer. But it’s not just the record-breaking heat waves or devastating wildfires that have everyone sweating. Magnified by the climate crisis, the high temperatures and lack of rain have caused water levels to plunge across Europe, crippling waterways, wreaking havoc on power production and shipping,…

Romania begins shutdown of nuclear plant's 2nd reactor amid low water levels on Danube River

Romania begins shutdown of nuclear plant's 2nd reactor amid low water levels on Danube River

Romania has begun a controlled shutdown of the second reactor at the Cernavoda nuclear power plant

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Extreme weather and jellyfish knock one-fifth of France's nuclear capacity offline

France uses nuclear power to generate around 70% of its electricity. The country has seen nuclear power production disrupted by multiple heatwaves and droughts this year.

France faces record nuclear shortfall amid heat, drought & jellyfish invasion

France experienced a record nuclear power deficit exceeding twenty percent. This significant shortfall resulted from environmental factors impacting production capacity. Drought and extreme heat reduced water needed for cooling nuclear reactors. A jellyfish invasion also forced shutdowns at the Gravelines nuclear power plant. These combined issues affected thirteen of France's…

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In 1969, US engineers buried an experimental nuclear reactor under a grassy mound in Nebraska; the reactor still lies underground today

In the late 1950s, the United States Atomic Energy Commission built an experimental nuclear power plant near the small town of Hallam, Nebraska, hoping to prove that a sodium-cooled, graphite-moderated reactor could reliably generate electricity for the commercial grid. It never quite worked as planned. Persistent technical failures forced operators…

The Times of India

Jellyfish force shutdown of three reactors at France's Gravelines nuclear power plant

Experts say overfishing, plastic pollution and warming seas due to climate change have created conditions allowing jellyfish to thrive and reproduce.

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US turns decades-old radioactive waste into nuclear power technology that could keep underwater drones running for nearly 30 years

US turns decades-old radioactive waste into nuclear power technology that could keep underwater drones running for nearly 30 years

America is turning decades-old strontium-90 radioactive waste from Oak Ridge into a potential source of long-lasting nuclear power. Zeno Power is working with the Pentagon to develop seabed power nodes that could keep underwater drones, sensors and autonomous vehicles running for years without cables, support ships or regular resupply. The…

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The US government wants to make it easier to build and launch floating nuclear reactors, 'unleashing American energy dominance'

The US government wants to make it easier to build and launch floating nuclear reactors, 'unleashing American energy dominance'

The United States is backing international laws for floating nuclear reactors, while companies prepare for a potential maritime energy market.

The Biggest AI Power Opportunity May Be Hiding in Constellation Energy

The Biggest AI Power Opportunity May Be Hiding in Constellation Energy

Constellation Energy is locking in long-term nuclear power contracts as AI drives electricity demand higher, giving the company unusual revenue visibility as it expands through Calpine.

India's future nuclear fleet may need 5,400 tonnes uranium annually; domestic supply meets about 30%: Parliamentary panel

India's future nuclear fleet may need 5,400 tonnes uranium annually; domestic supply meets about 30%: Parliamentary panel

India’s nuclear expansion could sharply raise uranium demand, with PHWRs alone expected to require around 5,400 tonnes of uranium oxide annually. A Parliamentary Committee flagged that domestic production currently meets only 30% of this requirement and urged faster mining, strategic stockpiles, overseas sourcing and clearer timelines to secure long-term fuel…

The Economic Times

Drought and scorching heatwaves threaten Europe’s vision of a nuclear-powered future

Drought and scorching heatwaves threaten Europe’s vision of a nuclear-powered future

IN DEPTH: Nuclear power offers Europe a reliable way of powering itself without laying waste to the planet. But hotter summers and a changing climate are interfering with how it works, writes James C. Reynolds

The Independent UK

A Florida nuclear power plant was surrounded by 270 kilometres of canals. Decades later, American crocodiles turned them into a home

A Florida nuclear power plant was surrounded by 270 kilometres of canals. Decades later, American crocodiles turned them into a home

A nuclear power plant is hardly the first place that comes to mind when thinking about wildlife refuges. Yet around Turkey Point, south of Miami, American crocodiles have made themselves at home in a vast network of artificial canals built for the plant. The waterways have become an important habitat…

The Times of India

Romania rushes to sink 4 barges in the Danube to keep a nuclear power plant's second reactor running

Romania rushes to sink 4 barges in the Danube to keep a nuclear power plant's second reactor running

Romania is racing to sink four barges into the Danube River to redirect water toward a nuclear power plant

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The Economic Times

Europe swelters as heat wave grips continent, Italy issues nationwide red alert

Italy issued its highest heat alert across major cities as Europe faced extreme weather. Record temperatures were recorded in Austria, while France battled significant wildfires. Hungary reduced nuclear power output due to low river levels and drought. Germany expressed concerns over shrinking rivers impacting transportation and industry. Balkan nations are…

Magyar optimistic about Paks nuclear power station restart as Danube water levels rise

According to Péter Magyar, the water level has already climbed several centimetres above the critical threshold.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour MP blasts party's nuclear energy policy as 'madness'

A Scottish Labour MP has blasted his own party's policy on nuclear energy

The Times of India

Europe’s Danube, Rhine and Loire are shrinking under heat and drought, disrupting shipping, power generation and tourism

Record low water levels in Europe's major rivers are disrupting electricity production, cargo transport and business operations as heatwaves and drought continue across the continent. Nuclear and hydropower plants have cut output, shipping on the Danube and Rhine has slowed, and companies are reporting lower earnings, highlighting the growing economic…

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The Guardian - UK

Spain says 70,000 out of 72,000 migrants that entered Ceuta in mass border crossing have returned to Morocco – as it happened

Minister tells reporters least 75 people died after EU ministers meet to discuss response to the crisis

Record low Danube levels prompt central European governments to take emergency action

It comes amid soaring temperatures across Europe, as the continent grapples with yet another heatwave.

The Independent UK

Romanian navy carries out Danube controlled explosions to help cool nuclear power plant

Romania’s naval forces carried out controlled explosions on the drought-hit Danube River to divert water flow toward the Cernavoda nuclear power plant.

The National (Scotland)

Safety notice issued after worker seriously injured at power station

An electrician was seriously injured in a fall at Torness Nuclear Power Station, East Lothian. ONR issues improvement notice to Dalkia Facilities…

International Business Times UK

Extreme Heat Hits Europe's Power Supply: Why Hungary Was Forced To Shut Down Its Biggest Plant

Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant shuts down due to low Danube River levels amid a heatwave, risking energy shortages. Officials urge moderate electricity use as the European Commission considers intervention.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Strikes on three Russian oil refineries and sanctioned ship

Power cut to Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant; meal queues in Crimea where Ukrainian strikes have cut fuel and power supplies. What we know on day 1,621

The Independent UK

Hungary braces for a full shutdown of the Paks nuclear plant as the Danube River hits record lows

Hungary's only nuclear power plant is shutting down for the first time due to record-low water levels on the Danube River

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