Sunday, October 26, 2025

Nuclear Energy News

Prime Minister says nuclear power and perovskite as Japan's energy sources are important

Sanae Takaichi, the Japanese prime minister, told the parliament on Friday how important it is for Japan to have its own sources of energy such as nuclear power and solar cells made from perovskite.

South Africa plans to revive its small-nuclear reactor technology

The electricity and energy Minister said that South Africa expects its Pebble Bed Modular Reactor to be removed from the status of care and maintenance by the first quarter next year, or even sooner.

The new Japanese Prime Minister's energy policies puts nuclear power at the heart of their policy

Sanae Takaichi, the new Japanese prime minister, is expected to press for a rapid revival of nuclear energy to combat inflation, which has been a major source of discontent amongst the public.

New Japan PM's energy policies focuses on nuclear power

Sanae Takaichi, the new Japanese prime minister, is expected to press for a rapid revival of nuclear energy to combat inflation, which has been a major source of discontent amongst the public.

Minister: France will not abandon the climate goals of the World Bank

Eleonore Caoit, France's new development minister, said that France would continue to press the World Bank for its climate finance agenda in spite of the pressure from the Trump administration to abandon it.

Japan's conventional solar stock tumbles after Takaichi victory

After a party vote that positioned Sanae Takaichi as the next Prime Minister, shares of the Japanese renewable energy company Renova fell more than 11% Monday. The sudden drop…

Vistra signss deal to supply nuclear energy from Texas plant

Vistra Corp announced on Monday that it had secured a long term deal with an unnamed buyer to supply electricity from its Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant. In a regulatory filing…

Sources say that India is considering a nuclear liability fund to cover major accidents.

Two government sources have confirmed that India is planning to create a nuclear liability funds to cover accident payments in excess of 15 billion rupies ($169 million), owed by plant owners.

Vistra CEO Burke to receive $340 million in compensation amid revival of fossil fuels and nuclear energy

Vistra CEO James Burke will receive approximately $340 million in compensation for his role in bringing the Texas-based utility out of bankruptcy and into the spotlight as the…

Report: Nuclear projects slow down after record-breaking output in 2024

The World Nuclear Industry Status Report released on Monday said that the record-breaking level of nuclear power production in 2024 would be difficult to maintain due to the lack of investment required…

Italy may struggle to achieve 2030 green goals according to a study

A study released on Saturday showed that Italy may not be able to achieve the carbon emission targets set at EU level because of delays in green transition areas such as renewable…

Trump is in favor of nuclear energy because it's'more American than wind and solar', a US official claims

The director of the U.S. Energy Dominance Council stated on Thursday that the Trump administration would be more inclined to provide loan guarantees and tax incentives for nuclear energy than wind or solar…

French spot prices rise as renewables supply declines

The price of French prompt electricity rose dramatically on Thursday, following predictions that renewable energy generation would be reduced. Naser Hashemi, LSEG analyst, said…

Document from the Politburo shows Vietnam is open to using small modules nuclear reactors

According to a document released by the Communist Party’s Politburo (the most powerful body in the country), Vietnam is open to the use of small module reactors to power its planned nuclear plants.

Prices for gas in Europe are mixed, with Norway maintenance and revised wind power output being the main differences.

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were mixed on Tuesday. Lower demand forecasts weighed on the market, while the beginning of a longer period for maintenance at…

Stocks mostly fall after Friday's gains; US Dollar edges higher

After a strong performance on Friday, major stock indexes largely declined on Monday. The dollar has stabilized, and a rate cut in September is likely but not guaranteed. Powell's…

Lee will host the leader of Vietnam to strengthen ties and promote global free trade

Lee Jae Myung, South Korean president, will receive Vietnamese leader To Lam on a four-day visit beginning on Sunday. The visit is to discuss the deepening of cooperation in trade and investment, and nuclear energy.

Spot prices are lowered by a combination of wind power, nuclear energy and a shaky demand.

The European wholesale electricity prices fell on Thursday due to lower demand and higher wind generation, particularly in Germany. The market was impacted by the bearish factors…

US Senate proposes to phase out solar and wind energy tax credits completely by 2028

According to a draft bill circulated Monday, the U.S. Senate Tax Committee proposed a complete phase-out of tax credits for solar and wind power by 2028. However, it extended…

South Korea's Lee appoints Koo Yun Cheol as finance minister and makes other choices

His office announced on Sunday that South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung had appointed a former Vice Finance Minister, Koo Yun Cheol, as his new Finance Minister. Kang Hoon Sik…