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U.S. Department of Energy Releases Final Environmental Impact Statement for Versatile Test Reactor

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the construction of the Versatile Test Reactor (VTR). The proposed VTR will be a sodium-cooled fast-neutron-spectrum test reactor that will enhance and accelerate research, development, and demonstration of innovative nuclear technologies that will play a crucial role in helping the United States reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

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Regulatory Update: NRC Releases Updated Draft Part 53, Rule Text for Advanced Reactors

June 16, 2022 – The development of the Part 53 rule is directed by Congress through 2018’s Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act (NEIMA) and forms one important part of the overall regulatory framework for advanced reactors.

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U.S. Department of Energy Seeks Nuclear Energy Partners to Connect with Communities

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) to develop partnerships between the Office of Nuclear Energy (NE) and various communities.

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Office of Nuclear Energy Seeks Input for Its FY 2023 Solicitation to Universities

DOE-NE is seeking input from the nuclear energy community, including technical and community colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities as well as other Minority Serving Institutions, for its competitive Research and Development (R&D) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for universities.

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DOE Seeks Applications, Bids for $6 Billion Civil Nuclear Credit Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced plans to seek applications and sealed bid submissions under the $6 billion Civil Nuclear Credit Program (CNC) to support the continued operation of U.S. nuclear reactors — the nation’s largest source of clean energy.

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HALEU Workshop Report: High-Assay Low Enriched Uranium Demand and Deployment Options

The High-Assay Low Enriched Uranium Demand and Deployment Options Report addresses findings and recommendations to meet HALEU demand.

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GAIN announces second round FY 2022 Nuclear Energy Voucher recipients

GAIN announced today that Elysium Industries, Kairos Power, Terrestrial Energy and Ultra Safe Nuclear Corp. will each receive a GAIN Nuclear Energy (NE) Voucher to accelerate the innovation and application of advanced nuclear technologies.

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DOE Establishes $6 Billion Program to Preserve America’s Clean Nuclear Energy Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released a Notice of Intent (NOI) and Request for Information (RFI) on the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s $6 billion Civil Nuclear Credit Program.

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Panel reviews nuclear power options in Montana

Small modular reactors supplying electricity in Montana could be part of the solution to the pending closure of the Colstrip coal-fueled power plant and give the facility new life, a nuclear power advocate told a state legislative panel.

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RFI Regarding Planning for Establishment of a Program To Support the Availability of HALEU for Civilian Domestic RD&D and Commercial Use

On December 14, 2021, the U.S Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) issued a RFI inviting input on the planning for establishment of a DOE HALEU Availability Program and to gather information to consider in preparing the required report to Congress describing actions proposed to be carried out by DOE under the program.

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