Energy Startup News #22

Maritime Nuclear Industry Pushes for Global Safety Rulebook
Industry experts and regulators are working to create a global regulatory framework for maritime nuclear propulsion, as new technologies like Newcleo’s shipboard reactors enter development. The goal is to ensure safety, clarity, and compliance across international waters.
🔗 https://www.neimagazine.com/analysis/creating-a-maritime-nuclear-rulebook/

Sweden Approves State Support Framework for New Nuclear Projects
The Swedish government has approved a state aid framework to back the construction of new nuclear power plants, helping to attract private capital while aligning with Sweden’s energy security and climate goals.
🔗 https://www.nucnet.org/news/sweden-approves-state-support-framework-for-new-nuclear-plant-projects-5-5-2025

TerraPower Seeks Legal Backing for Private Armed Security in Wyoming
TerraPower is requesting legal protections to employ a private armed security force for its Natrium reactor site in Wyoming, citing the need for enhanced safeguards amid growing deployment of advanced nuclear infrastructure.
🔗 https://wyofile.com/wyoming-nuclear-developer-wants-legal-protections-for-private-armed-security-force/

New Study Validates Deep Borehole Disposal for TRISO Fuel Waste
A new research study has validated borehole disposal as a viable long-term storage method for TRISO fuel waste, offering a compact, secure alternative to surface repositories for next-gen nuclear fuel.
🔗 https://www.world-nuclear-news.org/articles/study-validates-borehole-disposal-concept-for-triso-fuel

U.S. Advances 1800 MW Nuclear Power Project in the Midwest
A new 1800 MW nuclear project has been greenlit in the United States, signaling renewed momentum for large-scale reactor builds to meet long-term energy demand and grid reliability targets.
🔗 https://interestingengineering.com/energy/us-advances-1800-mw-nuclear-power-project

NuScale Could Regain Momentum Amid SMR Setbacks
Despite recent project cancellations, NuScale Power may find a path forward through new partnerships, smaller deployments, and increased federal support, according to energy policy analysts.
🔗 https://www.eenews.net/articles/how-nuscale-could-resurrect-its-nuclear-lead/

Nuclear Stocks Surge After Trump Executive Orders Back Industry
Shares of Lightbridge, NuScale, and Oklo climbed after Donald Trump’s campaign released a slate of proposed executive orders in support of nuclear energy, signaling increased political backing if elected.
🔗 https://www.barrons.com/articles/lightbridge-nuscale-oklo-stock-trump-nuclear-executive-orders-eb58f9b9

NuScale Reports Optimistic Q1 Results Despite Uncertainty
NuScale Power shared a positive Q1 earnings report, emphasizing cost reduction measures, licensing progress, and strong interest from potential partners even as the company navigates major project shifts.
🔗 https://www.neimagazine.com/news/nuscale-reports-optimistic-first-quarter-results/

How Fusion Could Power Your Home or AI Data Center
CNBC explores how fusion startups like Helion and Commonwealth Fusion Systems are positioning their tech to supply clean electricity to homes, factories, and AI servers, with commercial deployment targeted by the 2030s.
🔗 https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/21/heres-how-fusion-energy-could-power-your-home-or-an-ai-data-center.html

Enapter to Supply Electrolysers for Greek State Hydrogen Research Project
Clean tech firm Enapter will provide electrolysers for a new Greek government-funded research project, advancing R&D on green hydrogen production in combination with nuclear and renewable power sources.
🔗 https://renewablesnow.com/news/enapter-to-supply-electrolysers-for-state-research-project-in-greece-1275517/