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Although scientists have achieved nuclear fusion, they have struggled so far to produce it without expending more energy than they manage to create.

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Japan launches world's first steady-state nuclear fusion reactor in bid to offer limitless energy: 'Up and creating electrical power within the next 10 years'

The American-made battery will boast a 50-year lifespan, and its applications could be far-reaching.

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US tech giants join forces to create game-changing new type of nuclear technology — here's what it can do

Nuclear is a carbon-free energy source that is more reliable than other types of power.

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US moves forward with reactivation of decades-old nuclear power station in bid to meet surging energy demand: 'Safety standards have evolved enormously'

Scientists are working hard to figure out how to produce nuclear energy safely, cheaply, and efficiently.

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US company designs 'groundbreaking' subterranean power station with revolutionary nuclear technology: 'We've innovated beyond other reactor designs'

This innovative approach could lead to significant improvements in fusion energy production.

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Researchers make nuclear energy breakthrough after experimenting with mayonnaise: 'It behaves like a solid, but when subjected to a pressure gradient, it starts to flow'

The new reactor should be cleaner and safer than any previous reactor built on US soil.

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US government approves new nuclear reactor for first time in 50 years: 'Excellent chemical stability'

"Through the Cleanup to Clean Energy initiative, DOE will leverage areas that were previously used to protect our national security and will repurpose them to the same end."

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The US is turning a former top-secret nuclear site into a major new project — here's what you need to know

It's part of an effort that ramps up through 2035, when China plans to have 150 advanced reactors.

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China prepares to change world with introduction of revolutionary nuclear power station: 'This design significantly reduces the chances of meltdowns'

"There's only 20 kilograms of tritium anywhere in the world right now."

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Startup develops promising solution to one of the biggest obstacles in harnessing energy from nuclear fusion — here's how it works

"Today is a momentous day for our climate and America's clean energy future."

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Senate votes nearly unanimously to pass revolutionary piece of nuclear energy legislation — here's what it would do

Mothers for nuclear power

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Former reactor operator, mom reveals what she wishes people knew about nuclear power: 'It's time to get loud'

"Getting a better sense of polar bears’ movements is really crucial, particularly given the state of their environment at this point."

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China announces nuclear energy breakthrough with fourth-gen, gas-cooled reactor plant — here's how it could power over 15 million homes