Industry Insights
Ed’s note: Fusion, finance and economic recovery
Climate action has steadily climbed the political agenda in the past decade and this year’s coronavirus pandemic has put it even more firmly in the spotlight.
Strategic Development
US DoE announces $65m in new nuclear technology funding
The US Department of Energy has announced more than $65 million in nuclear energy research, crosscutting technology development, facility access, and infrastructure awards for 93 advanced nuclear technology projects in 28 states.
Nuclear
Atkins appointed to work on the UK’s National Thermal Hydraulic Facility
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has been awarded a contract for the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) of coolant loops for a nuclear test and research facility in North Wales.
Nuclear
Cheaper nuclear at the heart of UK’s deep decarbonisation says report
Innovation agency Energy Systems Catapult has released a new report stating that committing to a further 10GW of new nuclear beyond Hinkley Point C is a low regrets option for the UK as it targets a Net Zero economy.
Nuclear
Nuclear fusion update: Start-ups enter race for the sun
Nuclear fusion has captured the imagination of scientists, science fiction writers and the broader public, writes members of the Renaissance Fusion
Nuclear
South Africa takes first steps on 2500 MW nuclear programme
South Africa has taken the first steps in a planned 2500 MW nuclear newbuild programme.
Nuclear
Bilfinger announces £350m double-win for Hinkley C nuclear plant
Industrial services company Bilfinger has won two new contracts worth £350 million for the new Hinkley Point C nuclear power station.
Nuclear
UKAEA signs framework agreement to aid fusion development
The framework will allow companies to work closely with the UK Atomic Energy Authority, which researches the development of nuclear fusion energy and its related technologies.
Nuclear
Second reactor base completed at UK’s Hinkley C nuclear project
Crews at Britain’s only current nuclear power plant construction project reached another milestone with completion of the second reactor base.
Europe
Ansaldo Nucleare-led consortium wins €10m contract for fusion project
The European Commission, through the General Directorate for Research and Innovation, has awarded a 4-year €10m ($11.2m) Framework Contract to the consortium led by Ansaldo Nucleare.
