Russia Resumes Construction of Bushehr Nuclear Plant Unit 2 in Iran
Russia’s Rosatom has resumed work on the second unit of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant following military strikes in March 2026.
Nuclear Energy
Japan Halts Onagawa Nuclear Reactor After Radioactive Steam Detected
Tohoku Electric Power Co. has halted the No. 2 reactor at the Onagawa nuclear power station for inspection after radioactive steam was detected in the turbine building.
Steam Leak Prompts Manual Shutdown at Japan’s Mihama Nuclear Plant
A steam leak at Unit 3 of the Mihama Nuclear Power Plant in central Japan led to a manual shutdown on Friday morning. No radioactive materials were released.
China Affirms Iran’s Right to Peaceful Nuclear Development in High-Level Talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi meet in Beijing to discuss peaceful nuclear energy, regional stability, and strategic cooperation.
China Advances Nuclear Power with New ‘Hualong One’ Unit at Ningde
China begins installation of the core nuclear island for a new reactor unit at Ningde plant, using domestically-developed Hualong One technology to boost low-carbon power generation.
China’s Hualong One Nuclear Project Hits Milestone with Dome Installation
China’s Hualong One nuclear project achieves a key construction milestone with the successful installation of the reactor’s inner dome in Shandong Province.
China’s Greater Bay Area Launches First Hualong One Nuclear Power Unit
China’s Greater Bay Area begins operating its first Hualong One nuclear unit, set to power 1 million residents annually and cut CO2 emissions by 8.4 million tonnes.
Iran Open to Uranium Enrichment Talks with US, Seeks Mediation via Pakistan
Iran signals willingness to discuss uranium enrichment parameters with the US, with Pakistan mediating talks following recent diplomatic setbacks.
China Launches First Privately-Backed Nuclear Plant in Zhejiang
China’s first nuclear power project with private investment connects to the grid in Zhejiang, marking a milestone in clean energy and public-private collaboration.
Rwanda Bets on Nuclear Energy to Fuel Vision 2050 Ambitions
Rwandan President Paul Kagame highlights nuclear energy’s pivotal role in achieving Vision 2050 goals, urging global cooperation at Paris summit.
China Advances Hualong One Reactor Program with Key Installation Milestone
China completes inner dome installation for Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Plant’s Hualong One reactor, marking a key step in clean energy expansion.
Japan’s TEPCO Restarts Nuclear Reactor Amid Local Opposition
TEPCO resumes operations at Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, marking its first reactor restart since the 2011 Fukushima disaster despite community concerns.
China Launches Xuwei Nuclear Plant, Pioneering Dual-Reactor Design in 2026
China begins construction of groundbreaking dual-reactor nuclear plant in Jiangsu, set to reduce annual CO2 emissions by 19.6 million tonnes through advanced clean energy technology.
China Launches World’s First Nuclear-Powered Petrochemical Plant in Decarbonization Push
China begins construction of the world’s first nuclear-powered petrochemical plant in Jiangsu, aiming to cut annual CO2 emissions by 19.6 million tonnes through innovative reactor integration.
World’s Largest Hualong One Nuclear Base Completes Phase I in Fujian
China completes Phase I of world’s largest Hualong One nuclear power base in Fujian, boosting clean energy capacity and cross-strait technological cooperation.
Japan Approves Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Plant Amid Protests
Japan’s Niigata Prefecture approves restart of Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, sparking protests over safety concerns a decade after Fukushima.
Japan Advances Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Plant Amid Energy Shift
Japan moves to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world’s largest, as part of its 2040 energy strategy. Niigata’s approval marks a pivotal step in reducing fossil fuel dependence.
Three Mile Island to Restart, Powering Microsoft’s AI
The Three Mile Island nuclear facility is set to reopen, providing low-carbon energy to meet the surging demands of AI technology developed by companies like Microsoft.
Google Partners with Kairos Power to Harness Nuclear Energy for AI Needs
Google has partnered with Kairos Power to harness nuclear energy from small modular reactors to meet the growing electricity demands of AI, marking a significant shift towards sustainable power solutions in tech.
China Opens 12 Nuclear Research Facilities to Global Scientists
China opens 12 advanced nuclear research facilities to international scientists, enhancing global cooperation and fostering innovation in peaceful nuclear energy use.
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