Is Nuclear Energy Renewable? (And Other Important FAQs)

Is Nuclear Energy Renewable? (And Other Important FAQs)

Nuclear energy is not a new concept, with the first nuclear power plant being built in 1954. There are many misconceptions about nuclear energy, one of which is whether or not it is renewable. Nuclear energy is a powerful energy source, but is it worth it? Is Nuclear Energy Renewable? (And Other Important FAQs) 1…

What the Future Holds for Uranium & Nuclear Power in the U.S.

What the Future Holds for Uranium & Nuclear Power in the U.S.

Nuclear power accounts for around 20% of total electricity consumption in the United States. What is more significant is that nuclear power provides more than half of all carbon-free electricity in the United States. As the government and the globe work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we believe nuclear power will remain an important element…

Pure vs. Enriched Uranium: Everything You Need to Know

Pure vs. Enriched Uranium: Everything You Need to Know

Uranium, a radioactive element, is the key fuel for commercial nuclear reactors, which generate around 11% of the world’s electricity. In this blog post, we will explore what makes uranium unique and how it has changed the world. Pure vs. Enriched Uranium: Everything You Need to Know The Discovery of Uranium Uranium was first discovered…

The US Return to Nuclear Energy Leadership: Uranium Reserves

The US Return to Nuclear Energy Leadership: Uranium Reserves

America is losing its competitive global position as the world leader in nuclear energy and technology to state-owned enterprises, including Russia and China, and other competitor nations are also aggressively moving to surpass the United States. America is on the brink of losing its ability to produce domestic uranium for the fabrication of nuclear fuel,…

3 Benefits of Nuclear Energy – How Clean Is Nuclear Power?

3 Benefits of Nuclear Energy – How Clean Is Nuclear Power?

What is clean energy for you? Some people immediately think about solar panels and wind turbines, but how many of you consider nuclear energy? Nuclear power is sometimes overlooked when discussing “clean energy,” despite being the world’s second-largest source of low-carbon electricity, after hydropower. So, how clean and long-lasting is nuclear power? For starters, know…

5 Compelling Benefits Of Nuclear Energy for the Environment

5 Compelling Benefits Of Nuclear Energy for the Environment

It’s important to know what nuclear energy is, how it works, and what the risks are. Here, we examine some of the benefits of nuclear energy in comparison to other energy sources. 1) It Is Inexpensive Nuclear power is generally considered to be the safest and most efficient energy source for generating electricity. This source…