• Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 24th, 2014
The Trouble with Thorium-Fueled Nuclear Plants, as Explained by Greenpeace

The Trouble with Thorium-Fueled Nuclear Plants, as Explained by Greenpeace

When all is said and done, thorium is no better than uranium, the organization claims

The Mysterious Case of the Undead Trees Around Chernobyl

The Mysterious Case of the Undead Trees Around Chernobyl

And what it tells us about the risks associated with relying on nuclear power

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 20th, 2014
China Turns to Uranium-Free Nuclear Plants to Curb Air Pollution

China Turns to Uranium-Free Nuclear Plants to Curb Air Pollution

The country expects that such nuclear plants will help it reduce coal consumption

Chair-Tall 3D Printed Nuclear Reactor Could Power Your Home

Chair-Tall 3D Printed Nuclear Reactor Could Power Your Home

Researchers reach the conclusion that such things could solve the energy problem

Nuclear Waste Can Safely Be Stored in Shale, Researchers Say

Nuclear Waste Can Safely Be Stored in Shale, Researchers Say

The potentially dangerous material can remain trapped in shale for millennia

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 15th, 2014
China Has 1.1GW Solar Power Project in the Works

China Has 1.1GW Solar Power Project in the Works

The first phase of the project is expected to be completed by the end of the year

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 13th, 2014
China's Wind Power Generation Exceeded Nuclear Output by 22% in 2013

China's Wind Power Generation Exceeded Nuclear Output by 22% in 2013

The country's wind-generated electricity amounted to 135 terawatt-hours in said year

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 12th, 2014
Russia Wants to Build a Nuclear Power Station in the UK

Russia Wants to Build a Nuclear Power Station in the UK

Even if the project is approved, it will be at least 10 years before it is implemented

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 6th, 2014
44% of Europe's Nuclear Reactors Are Too Old to Function, Greenpeace Says

44% of Europe's Nuclear Reactors Are Too Old to Function, Greenpeace Says

The organization demands that these reactors be shut down immediately

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 3rd, 2014
Construction of Two New Nuclear Reactors Approved in China

Construction of Two New Nuclear Reactors Approved in China

The reactors are to be built in the eastern coastal province of Shandong

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 20th, 2014
Two New Nuclear Reactors to Be Added to Plant in Georgia, US

Two New Nuclear Reactors to Be Added to Plant in Georgia, US

The two reactors will be the first built in the country in nearly 3 decades

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 6th, 2014
Fukushima Wants to Be Powered by Renewables Alone by 2040

Fukushima Wants to Be Powered by Renewables Alone by 2040

The province is currently home to about 2 million people

Radiation Levels at Fukushima Rise to 8 Times the Safety Guidelines

Radiation Levels at Fukushima Rise to 8 Times the Safety Guidelines

Tepco announces nuclear radiation levels of 8 millisieverts per year

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • January 10th, 2014
Controlled Nuclear Meltdown Planned in Japan

Controlled Nuclear Meltdown Planned in Japan

Scientists say the experiment will help them figure out how to deal with nuclear disasters

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • January 9th, 2014
There's a New Generation of Nuclear Reactors Coming Our Way

There's a New Generation of Nuclear Reactors Coming Our Way

These reactors are smaller, easier to build, safer to operate

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • December 16th, 2013
Japan Should Restart Its Nuclear Reactors, Government Panel Advises

Japan Should Restart Its Nuclear Reactors, Government Panel Advises

The reactors were shut down in the aftermath of the Fukushima disaster

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • December 11th, 2013
UK Invests £28M (€33.46M / $46.02M) in Nuclear Research, Development

UK Invests £28M (€33.46M / $46.02M) in Nuclear Research, Development

These investments are expected to help the country embrace clean nuclear energy

 
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