NE Press Releases

Four domestic advanced nuclear technology projects selected to boost the state of U.S. commercial nuclear capabilities.

DOE reaches financial close for up to $3.7 billion in additional guarantees of loans to finance the continued construction of Vogtle Units 3 and 4.

Eligible small businesses that have previously received Phase I grants will be able to complete for Phase II grants with a duration of up to 2 years.

Awards include 45 scholarships and 33 fellowships for students at U.S. colleges and universities.

This fast neutron testing capability will help the United States meet its goal for advanced nuclear reactor technology development.

New fuels being developed are expected to enhance the safety and performance of nuclear fuel.

Federal government to fabricate high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) fuel at Idaho National Laboratory using its HALEU feedstock.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory automates part of the process of producing plutonium-238, which is used by NASA to fuel deep space missions.

Agreement with UAMPS and Batelle will use small modular reactors to meet research and power needs at Idaho National Laboratory.

Approximately $37 million in new research and development grants available for small businesses.

Senior Advisor Suzanne Jaworowski has been selected as a new Steering Group vice chairperson of IFNEC.

DOE applauds discussion about nuclear energy at COP24 event.

Final shipment from the Idaho National Laboratory Site helps supply fuel elements needed to power research reactors.

Nuclear energy and its emission-free benefits were discussed at the IFNEC conference in Tokyo, Japan.

DOE’s national laboratories have received more than 800 R&D 100 awards since the annual competition began in 1962.

DOE awards $18 million to help develop 11 advanced nuclear technology projects.

Public comments on draft environmental assessment for use of DOE-owned high assay low-enriched uranium stored at INL is now open.

INL announces nearly $3.9 million in funding to develop tools needed to support experiments in a proposed fast spectrum test reactor.

Historic project will be the first large scale nuclear utility project completed in the United States in over 30 years.

Idaho National Laboratory Completes First Fueled Experiment in U.S. Transient Test Reactor (TREAT)

Action plan allows the United States and United Kingdom to accelerate nuclear technologies and research.

David Kropaczek is the new director of the Consortium for Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Secretary Perry recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond in fulfilling DOE’s mission.

Tour marks Perry’s first visit to a nuclear plant as Energy Secretary.

New projects support various aspects of existing and advanced reactor development.