The Department of Energy’s Hanford Field Office is applying scientific innovation to accelerate cleanup progress. April 21, 2026
The University of Georgia has named Savannah River Ecology Laboratory Director Olin E. Rhodes Jr. as a 2025–2026 University Professor, recognizing his contributions to research, teaching and service. April 21, 2026
A new fixture for loading and unloading transuranic waste shipping containers will be used across the U.S. Department of Energy’s nuclear cleanup complex after employees of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in New Mexico visited the Savannah River Site to test the equipment. April 14, 2026
Idaho Cleanup Project crews recently fabricated and tested four stainless steel storage canisters to prepare for a used nuclear fuel shipment from a reactor at Penn State University this year. April 14, 2026
Two of the Hanford Site’s prime contractors teamed up with other community members to help educate, motivate and inspire students about the exciting possibilities in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM. April 14, 2026
A demonstration of an innovative technology has proved successful in safely treating and permanently disposing of a complex legacy waste stored at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for the past 50 years, reducing significant risk. March 31, 2026
The Hanford Site’s essential services prime contractor was recently recognized with the Making a Difference award for its exceptional use of geographic information systems in contributing to a better world. March 31, 2026
Savannah River National Laboratory researchers, along with university and other national laboratory partners, invented a new technology that uses light to fine-tune material properties such as strength, flexibility and durability during the 3-D printing process. March 17, 2026
Researchers at Savannah River National Laboratory are supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission by employing artificial intelligence and machine learning to tackle complex environmental challenges. March 10, 2026
The Idaho Cleanup Project is preparing for new drone missions to collect detailed 3D images and radiation measurements in two high-level radioactive waste storage areas to help engineers verify conditions and guide placement of equipment to safely retrieve calcine. March 3, 2026