Nuclear energy is often regarded as the cleanest power source on Earth. Unlike coal or gas, nuclear power plants don't release smoke and other contaminants into the air. They produce massive amounts ...

Nuclear energy provides access to clean, reliable and affordable electricity. It accounts for around 9% of global electricity and 25% of all low-carbon electricity without emitting greenhouse gases at ...

The U.S. Department of Energy has made a surprising announcement: It's bringing nuclear energy into the modern era. Interesting Engineering reported that the DOE will conditionally provide high-assay ...

The Kewaunee Power Station is another step closer to generating nuclear power again. Utah-based EnergySolutions, the company ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about green energy tech that will change your life. After a long nuclear lull, money and policy are moving. During Climate ...

Next-generation reactor designs are reshaping perceptions around safety, cost, and scalability. Small modular reactors (SMRs) promise faster builds, lower costs, and greater siting flexibility. These ...

Microreactors offer portable, autonomous nuclear power for towns, campuses, industry, and military bases, with lower upfront costs than traditional plants. Despite their promise, investors remain wary ...