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UK ENERGY SYSTEM MODELLING: NET ZERO 2050 NUCLEAR DEPLOYMENT SCENARIOS TO SUPPORT ASSESSMENT OF FUTURE FUEL CYCLES This report documents the results of full UK energy system modelling undertaken to support assessment of future advanced nuclear fuel cycles. This extensive modelling represents crucial assessment of the potential role of nuclear in delivering Net Zero; the modelling fills a gap in publicly available data that is needed to understand the possible role and application of future advanced fuels and fuel cycles. Link below for GENCOST. Or just ask ANSTO, Australian universities, or the many nuclear professionals in Australia? https://lnkd.in/gfwMRrkM

This is why nuclear power plants can never be the answer - especially the new smaller ones destined to be located next to large cities. 13 years later - this power plant is still as toxic as hell and the scientists still don't know what's happening in the failed reactor cores. Never again. Renewables instead - we have the technology. #nuclearpower #toxicity #radiation #renewables Fukushima nuclear plant: operation begins to remove radioactive debris https://lnkd.in/eUUJNrzX

🌍 Exciting news in the UK nuclear industry! 🌍 This week, the UK government has announced plans to collaborate with industry leaders to develop small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of the country's commitment to clean and sustainable energy. This new initiative will not only create jobs and boost the economy, but also contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions. The potential for SMRs to provide a reliable and flexible energy source is a significant step forward in the UK's nuclear energy sector. This collaboration marks a promising advancement in the industry and demonstrates the UK's dedication to innovation and progress in the nuclear field. #SMRs #CleanEnergy #UKNuclear Let's celebrate the recent advancements in the UK nuclear industry! 🎉 The development of new nuclear plant plans in collaboration with industry leaders is a testament to the country's commitment to sustainable energy. This progress not only showcases the UK's dedication to technological advancements but also highlights the potential for nuclear energy to play a crucial role in the nation's energy future. With these new projects, the UK is paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future. #NuclearEnergy #Sustainability #Innovation

This is sure to be a good event. Transporting nuclear material around is often overlooked in discussions about the sector. But there’s lots of important issues - technical, legal and societal.

Using a new LIBS system, the measurement of salts within nuclear power systems can be easier than ever. Professor Phonigikaroon of Virginia Commonwealth University discusses this new system and the potential it holds. Read in detail here: https://bit.ly/4cziosg #NuclearPowerNews #NuclearPower #EnergyNews

👏⚛️🇪🇺 The European Nuclear Society welcomes the inclusion of #nuclear #technologies in the Net-Zero Industry Act (#NZIA), as outlined in the provisional deal reached yesterday between the Council and the Parliament. 🔬🌍⚙️ This crucial step acknowledges the essential role of #nuclearenergy among #lowcarbon technologies in achieving #NetZero goals and cutting #co2emissions. The full recognition of nuclear energy underscores its significant contribution to Europe’s leadership in #industry, #science, and #research. 🎙️⚛️👨💼 "This inclusion not only accelerates progress towards #carbonneutrality but also positions #Europe at the forefront of global efforts to combat #climatechange. It also enhances European #independence from external energy supply“ stated Dr Eng. Stefano Monti, ENS President. ✅ https://lnkd.in/dP7ectyD

Isotopx A multitude of tasks need to be completed for nuclear decommissioning. The historic “Dungeness A” reactor was switched off in 2006, but the process to safely remove materials and handle necessary waste has just begun, with the first stages estimated not to be completed until the year 2090. Isotope ratio mass spectrometry is becoming a critical tool for researchers and engineers looking to decommission nuclear sites. It can help determine what elements or isotopes are present in a tiny sample and can be used to identify radioactive materials. Find out more about nuclear decommissioning and isotope ratio mass spectrometry: https://ow.ly/7uca50Q7oM3

Ongoing innovation in energy generation focuses on efficiency and safety. Chinese scientists have just completed a demonstration of a nuclear reactor that self-cools in the event of an incident. This is an potentially important breakthrough as diversity of energy generation solutions is likely to play a critical role in ecologically sustainable economic development into the future. The technology cannot be retrofitted but countries exploring nuclear options into the future may find this a game-changer. #innovation #china #nuclear #energy

So did they include fusion which if they did slow EU's advance with fusion and make them lag behind in a world at best fission is an interim unlike fusion and renewables, with the grid-attached variable hydrogen generators and batteries which are deploying faster in 189 countries as opposed to the 39 that fission can Fission fuel. It is going to get tight. In 100 or 80 years. Which Nuclear fission or fusion? https://lnkd.in/g36Z4k6P

This is an old version of the Nuclear Emergency Operation Facility regulation(NURGE-0696) before the Fukushima Nuclear Accident. Since the event happened, there should be an updated version, and each nuclear power plant operating country has updated the Anti-Seismic regulations. But how about North America, if a new design under processing.   It's hard to find the latest design criteria that describe these methods online.   Who could help?