Nuclear fusion: Scientists announce breakthrough that ‘paves way’ for clean energy December 13, 2022 US scientists have announced an historic achievement which could “pave the way” for clean power through nuclear fusion ignition. Calling it a “major scientific breakthrough” the experts at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) conducted the first ever controlled fusion experiment in history. The experiment, which took place on 5 December, involved getting more energy out [...]
EDF secures further funding for Hinkley Point C in new settlement December 1, 2022 EDF has secured 14 years of funding for the UK's upcoming nuclear plant Hinkley Point C in case of the risk of further delays.
Sizewell C is not enough to meet UK energy ambitions, warns nuclear boss November 28, 2022 The Government needs to approve more projects to boost the role of nuclear power in the UK's energy mix, warned NIA boss Tom Greatrex.
Ineos in talks with Rolls-Royce to build mini nuclear reactor and power Scottish chemical refinery November 27, 2022 Ineos is reportedly in talks with Rolls-Royce to build a mini nuclear reactor and power its Scottish chemical refinery. Jointly owned by China’s PetroChina, the Grangemouth factory will need to reach net-zero by 2045 to comply with the Scottish government’s environmental targets, the Sunday Telegraph reported. While Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has opposed the [...]
Government backs Sizewell C as Hunt approves £700m funding November 17, 2022 The UK's nuclear ambitions were given a fresh vote of confidence from the Government today, with Sizewell C set for £700m funding.
Government in danger of missing nuclear targets, warns industry boss November 16, 2022 The Government is in danger of missing pledged targets to ramp up nuclear power and boost the UK's supply security.
Hinkley Point C could have saved customers £4bn this year, says financing chief November 2, 2022 Hinkley Point C could have saved households more than £4bn in energy bills this winter, argued the financing director of Sizewell C.
New nuclear power plant backed by Truss and Macron at European summit October 8, 2022 The UK's next proposed nuclear plant has received the joint backing of both Prime Minister Liz Truss and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Nuclear industry group encourages EDF to extend life of power plants September 29, 2022 The Nuclear Industry Association has welcomed EDF's intention to extend the lifespan of two of its domestic nuclear power projects.
Going Nuclear: France to name new EDF boss within days September 6, 2022 France will select the new boss of state-controlled power giant EDF in the next few days, revealed the country's Finance Minister.