U.S. Nuclear Disaster News - Page 8

California November 10, 2023

Future of California nuclear plant uncertain 1 year after judge extended operations until 2030

More than a year after California endorsed a proposal to extend the lifespan of its last nuclear power plant, disputes continue to swirl about safety risks and costs.

Illinois November 9, 2023

Illinois lawmakers OK new nuclear technology but fail to extend private-school scholarships

The Illinois legislature has voted to allow construction of small modular nuclear reactors beginning in 2026, but failed to take up new legislation on a private school scholarship program.

Illinois November 8, 2023

Illinois Senate approves reversal of decades-old nuclear power moratorium

The Illinois state Senate voted Wednesday to lift a moratorium on new nuclear power installments that has been in place for nearly four decades.

South Carolina November 3, 2023

Man in SC accused of driving through Oconee Nuclear Station security fences, search underway

A man attempted to breach security at a nuclear plant in South Carolina Thursday night and injured employees who stood in his way, police say. He is still on the loose.

Russia October 20, 2023

Russia is closely monitoring US nuclear test in Nevada, Putin's spokesperson says

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesperson said the Kremlin is closely monitoring a nuclear test carried out this week in Nevada, a report says.

Nuclear October 19, 2023

US conducts nuclear test in Nevada hours after Russian move to revoke global test ban

The U.S. conducted a high-explosive experiment at a nuclear test site in Nevada on Wednesday as tensions flare over Russia's nuclear ambitions.

Russia October 19, 2023

Putin spotted in China with nuclear briefcase nearby in rare footage: report

Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly relied on his nuclear options as a means of deterring more direct involvement or stronger support for Ukraine during his invasion.

Ohio October 13, 2023

Uranium enrichment begins at southern Ohio facility

Uranium enrichment is taking place this week at the American Centrifuge Plant in Piketon, Ohio, part of an authorized project considered key in creating more efficient nuclear reactors.

South Carolina October 10, 2023

SC nuclear plant issued a warning over another cracked emergency fuel pipe, latest in series of issues

Federal officials have warned Dominion Energy of a cracked emergency fuel pipeline at its V.C. Summer Nuclear Plant in South Carolina.

Japan September 2, 2023

US official portrays himself as Guinea pig amid nuclear wastewater concerns

Japan has indicated that it plans to raise a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization over China's ban on all Japanese food imports due to the nuclear wastewater plan.

Georgia August 31, 2023

Georgia Power customers may see monthly bills rise $9 to pay for new nuclear reactors

Plant Vogtle in Georgia has constructed two new reactors. Customers of Georgia Power Co. may see monthly utility bills rise to pay for the new units.