A new generation finds promise in nuclear energy
When Heather Hoff took a job at Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, she was skeptical of nuclear energy — so much so that she resolved…
Pathways Towards Africa’s Energy Security
Today, African countries face major challenges in ensuring energy security. Several reports indicate Africa is experiencing a rapid population growth, rising unemployment, persistent ethnic conflicts…
Nuclear power industry launch drive to double workforce – as Chancellor gives backing in Budget
CHANCELLOR Jeremy Hunt backed nuclear power in his Budget as the solution to spiralling energy costs. He unveiled plans to introduce cutting-edge technology called Small…
Macron wants to lead Europe on Ukraine, but France may not let him – POLITICO
The question, then, is: How far is Macron truly ready to go this time? His previous lofty rhetoric on Ukraine, after all, has not been…
Hungary Powers Through with Paks Nuclear Plant Expansion Defying EU Stance on Russian Energy Links
Despite mounting pressure and calls to cut all energy ties with Russia in Brussels and some European capitals, the construction works on the Paks-2 project…
Germany chokes on its own austerity medicine – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BERLIN — Germans gave the world schadenfreude for a reason. And southern Europe couldn’t be…
Macron is shopping for uranium in Kazakhstan after the loss of Niger
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in uranium-rich Kazakhstan on Wednesday on the first leg of a trip to Central Asia, a region long regarded as…
Macron pursues nuclear deals in Russia’s back yard – POLITICO
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron travels on Wednesday to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, where he hopes to secure uranium for his country's nuclear plants. The…
Albanese government faces an uphill road and angry locals as it drives change to renewables
Fire fear is gripping many Australians, with extremely high temperatures for September.One day this week some 20 schools on the New South Wales south coast…
Niger coup sparks concerns about French, EU uranium dependency – POLITICO
The military coup in Niger is raising fears, especially in France, over its potential impact on the import of uranium to power nuclear plants. Niger supplies…
Moscow says NATO leaders should discuss Ukraine nuclear power plant – POLITICO
Russia said on Sunday that NATO leaders should discuss conditions at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant at their summit this week, as an accident at the…
Ukraine warns of nuclear disaster as Russia orders staff to leave power plant – POLITICO
KYIV – Ukrainian officials and intelligence officers warned Russia could be preparing to blow up a nuclear power station, leading to a radioactive environmental disaster. …
Chinese menace threatens to shatter G7 unity – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. HIROSHIMA, Japan — As the leaders of the Group of Seven gather for their…
Anthony Albanese visits AUKUS submarine facility while in the UK for King Charles’s coronation
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese toured the UK facility developing nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS deal during his second day in the country.Key points:Mr Albanese is in…
French-Russian nuclear relations turn radioactive – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BRUSSELS — Pressure is building on France to fully cut ties with Russia's atomic…
Zelenskyy plays the long game with Xi Jinping – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. KYIV — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is happy to unleash withering criticism against countries including…
The habit Europe just can’t break – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Europe is on track to kick its addiction to Russian fossil fuels, but can't…
The environmental scars of Russia’s war in Ukraine – POLITICO
One year of war in Ukraine has left deep scars — including on the country’s natural landscape. The conflict has ruined vast swathes of farmland, burned…