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Carbon markets are incomplete without nuclear Major carbon standards do not allow nuclear projects to generate credits, distorting the market, writes Guido Núñez-Mujica, director of data science at the Anthropocene Institute.

To truly accelerate decarbonization, Núñez-Mujica says we must level the playing field so all low carbon electricity sources can benefit from carbon markets and be rewarded for their contribution to decarbonization.

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a dangerous omission thatblocks investment, weakens reliability, and drives nations back to fossil fuels.

In this piece for Utility Dive, Anthropocene Institute’s Director of Data Science, Guido Núñez-Mujica, argues that preventing 430M metric tons of CO₂ annually and running more than 90% of the time, nuclear projects can’t earn carbon credits under major standards—

Carbon markets are missing a key piece of the climate puzzle: nuclear power.

UK and US unveil nuclear energy deal ahead of Trump visit Key among the plans is a proposal to build up to 12 advanced modular nuclear reactors in Hartlepool.

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Plans include building up to 12 advanced modular reactors (AMRs) in Hartlepool, England through a partnership between US-based X-Energy and UK-based Centrica. Officials say the Hartlepool project alone could power 1.5 million homes and create 2,500 jobs. 



The UK and US are set to sign a new nuclear energy agreement to accelerate nuclear power development, cut regulatory approval times in half, and attract billions in private investment.

Indian Point owner floats restart of shuttered nuclear reactors Holtec, the company decommissioning the plant, says it would need state and federal backing to rebuild the plant.

The debate comes as New York has grown more open to nuclear energy as an option for bringing down emissions and meeting increased energy demands. 



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Holtec International—the same company reviving Michigan’s Palisades nuclear plant—says its possible and estimates it could restart the 2,000 MW nuclear plant for around $10 billion, but doing so would require political support, new infrastructure, and overcoming strong opposition.

Could New York’s shuttered Indian Point Energy Center be among the next nuclear restarts?

Company selected to lay groundwork for nuclear power in North Dakota • North Dakota Monitor A North Dakota interim legislative committee has selected Nucleon Energy to chart the future of nuclear power in the state.

The effort comes as demand for electricity rises and lawmakers push to explore nuclear as a long-term energy solution.

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North Dakota has tapped Nucleon Energy to lead a yearlong study on the possibility of bringing nuclear power to the state. The Canadian firm will assess potential sites, public support and licensing needs to lay the foundation for future small modular reactors.

US uranium company unveils conversion facility plans Uranium Energy Corp has launched a new subsidiary to pursue the feasibility of developing a new US uranium refining and conversion facility.;

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The project aims to onshore the nuclear fuel cycle, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and position UEC as the only American company with fully integrated uranium mining, processing, refining, and conversion capabilities—directly supporting federal goals to quadruple nuclear capacity by 2050.

Uranium Energy Corp has launched a new subsidiary, UR&C, to gauge the possibility of developing a new US uranium refining and conversion facility.

FERC approves NextEra's request to restart Duane Arnold nuclear plant FERC has approved a waiver request from NextEra Energy that clears the way for the company to begin the process to restart Iowa's only nuclear power plant.

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The 601-MW reactor, shut down in 2020, could return to service by 2030—making it the third U.S. plant headed for recommissioning after Palisades and Three Mile Island, as rising electricity demand fuels nuclear’s comeback.

FERC has approved NextEra Energy’s request to restart Iowa’s only nuclear power plant—the Duane Arnold Energy Center.

Vattenfall will choose between US (GE Vernova) and UK (Rolls-Royce) designs, aiming to add around 1,500 MW—and possibly more—by the mid-2030s.

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Sweden is developing plans to build small modular reactors at the Ringhals nuclear power plant, which currently has two of its original four reactors active.

This flexibility helps stabilize prices, integrate renewables, and shows nuclear’s evolving role in the transition away from fossil fuels.

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Its 57 reactors, which provide about 70% of the country’s electricity, are increasingly ramping down during the day when energy from wind and solar flood the grid and ramping back up in the evening as demand rises. For example, on one August day, output swung from 24 GW at 1pm to 42 GW by 9pm.


As more wind and solar come online, France is demonstrating the potential for nuclear energy’s flexibility to meet energy demand when the need is highest.

Google announces Tennessee as site for small modular nuclear reactor Google , with Kairos Power, has selected Tennessee as the site of an advanced nuclear power plant that is expected to supply electricity to the Big Tech company's data centers in the U.S. southeast starting in 2030, the companies said on Monday.

The project will deliver 500 MW of carbon-free energy—enough for 350,000 homes—under a long-term power purchase agreement with utility Tennessee Valley Authority.

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Google and Kairos Power are bringing a next-gen nuclear plant to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, set to power Google’s data centers in Tennessee and Alabama by 2030.

Department of Energy Announces Initial Selections for New Reactor Pilot Program | Department of Energy The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today officially kicked off President Trump’s Nuclear Reactor Pilot Program, announcing DOE will initially work with 11 advanced reactor projects to move their technologies towards deployment.

A big congratulations to all the teams chosen — exciting times are ahead for American nuclear innovation!



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Companies selected for the program include: Aalo Atomics, Antares Nuclear, Atomic Alchemy, Deep Fission, Last Energy, Oklo, Natura Resources, Radiant Industries, Terrestrial Energy, and Valar Atomics.

The DOE aims to achieve criticality for at least three test reactors by July 4, 2026, streamlining testing and paving the way for commercial licensing.

The U.S. Department of Energy has launched its Nuclear Reactor Pilot Program, partnering with 11 advanced reactor projects to fast-track deployment.

The initiative also seeks to stay ahead of China and Russia in securing prime lunar sites, but scientists emphasize that safety, collaboration, and scientific goals should lead the effort.

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