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Energy Startup Roundup #17

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TerraPower Advances UK Licensing for Natrium SMR

TerraPower has entered the UK’s Generic Design Assessment (GDA) for its Natrium small modular reactor (SMR) — a pivotal step toward global deployment of advanced nuclear power.

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Deloitte: SMRs Are the Future of AI-Powered Data Centers

A new Deloitte report positions small modular reactors (SMRs) as a top solution for powering AI and cloud-based data centers with reliable, carbon-free electricity.

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Moltex Seeks Approval for Spent Fuel Recycling in Canada

Moltex Energy has requested a pre-licensing consultation for its WATSS process, designed to convert nuclear waste into new fuel, enabling a closed fuel cycle.

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Westinghouse Partners with McMaster to Advance eVinci Microreactor

Westinghouse and McMaster University will jointly test and deploy the eVinci microreactor, a portable, scalable nuclear power solution for off-grid and industrial sites.

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Final SMR Proposals Submitted in UK Nuclear Competition

Key players including Holtec and Westinghouse have entered final bids in the UK’s SMR selection competition, a major step for the country’s clean energy strategy.

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Nano Nuclear Launches Hiring Drive for Prototype Development

Nano Nuclear Energy is actively recruiting to build its first full-scale nuclear prototype, with ambitions to lead the compact reactor market.

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Plug Power Opens 15-Ton Hydrogen Liquefaction Plant in Louisiana

Plug Power has commissioned a major liquid hydrogen plant in Louisiana, producing up to 15 tons/day, accelerating the green hydrogen economy.

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Marvel Fusion Develops High-Powered Laser for Fusion Energy

Germany-based Marvel Fusion has completed a laser prototype that supports next-gen fusion energy research, bringing it closer to commercial fusion reactors.

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Utility Global & Hanwha to Produce Green Hydrogen from Wastewater

Utility Global and Hanwha have partnered to turn wastewater biogas into clean hydrogen, pushing the envelope in sustainable hydrogen production.

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Pacific Fusion Unveils Simple, Scalable Fusion Power Design

Pacific Fusion aims to deliver a cost-efficient, simplified fusion power plant, entering the global race with a new reactor concept.

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China’s Fusion Goals Threatened by Trade War

Escalating trade tensions are impacting China’s fusion R&D, putting the country’s clean energy leadership at risk amid rising geopolitical pressure.

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Betavolt Begins Mass Production of 50-Year Nuclear Battery

Betavolt has launched mass production of its coin-sized nuclear battery, boasting a 50-year lifespan, ideal for low-power, long-life tech.

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Hydrostor’s $1.5B Compressed Air Storage Project Hits Roadblocks

While facing permitting delays, Hydrostor’s Willow Rock CAES facility in California remains a game-changer for grid storage and energy reliability.

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