US plans nuclear power renaissance.
Published In: New Scientist, 2026, v. 269, n. 3576. P. 14 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Ramirez, Vanessa Bates 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses a government initiative aimed at accelerating the testing of advanced nuclear reactors in the U.S. due to rising electricity demand, particularly from data centers. The Department of Energy's Reactor Pilot Program involves eleven companies, with the goal of having at least three reactors achieve criticality by July 4. Notable participants include California-based Valar Atomics, which is developing a high-temperature gas reactor, and Texas-based Natura Resources, focusing on molten salt reactors. Both companies face significant challenges ahead, including material safety and operational reliability, as they work towards meeting the ambitious deadline. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:New Scientist. 2026/01, Vol. 269, Issue 3576, p14
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
- Publication Date:2026
- ISSN:0262-4079
- DOI:10.1016/s0262-4079(26)00011-4
- Accession Number:190597082
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