Browsing: Nuclear and SMRs

A hydrogen leak in one of the heat exchangers of the Loviisa nuclear power plant’s second unit has led to a reduction in generation capacity, forcing operator Fortum to cut output to 50%.

A seismic shift is underway in the energy industry, defined by digitalization and integration, reshaping the future landscape. As energy systems evolve, digital technology and a more unified approach are increasingly viewed as pivotal.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has made headlines once again by reapplying for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) program, seeking an $800 million grant.

Samsung C&T is asserting its position in the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) market with a new Technical Advisory (TA) agreement in Estonia.

Canada’s nuclear sector is set to advance with the regulatory approval of its first small modular reactor (SMR). This decision…

The European Union’s Climate, Infrastructure, and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has launched a €600 million funding call for cross-border energy…

The global market for energy technologies is poised for expansion, but the journey is fraught with both opportunities and challenges.…

Amid mounting pressures to reduce carbon footprints and enhance energy resilience, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently reiterated its…

The reissuance of the US Department of Energy’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) funding solicitation marks a strategic push towards advancing nuclear technology innovation.

Fortum’s recently concluded two-year feasibility study on new nuclear power—spanning small modular reactors (SMRs) and conventional large reactors—reveals a nuanced outlook: while nuclear could play a pivotal role in stabilizing the region’s energy mix, significant economic and regulatory hurdles remain.