Oklo and Centrus to Build First U.S. Nuclear Fuel Recycling Plant in Tennessee
Oklo, in collaboration with Centrus Energy, has revealed plans to construct a nuclear fuel recycling plant in Tennessee. Meanwhile, assessments have started in Germany's Asse storage chamber, and Kazakhstan is seeking German expertise in nuclear waste management.
Oklo and Centrus Energy aim to build the recycling plant to convert used nuclear fuel into new fuel, reducing waste and extending the life of nuclear power. The project, valued at $70 million, is expected to create 150 jobs during construction and 75 permanent positions.
In Germany, an assessment of the Asse storage chamber has begun to evaluate its condition and determine the best approach for retrieving and disposing of the waste. The chamber, closed in 1967, holds around 125,000 drums of radioactive waste.
Kazakhstan, seeking to develop its nuclear industry, has approached Germany for assistance in managing its nuclear waste. The two countries are exploring cooperation in nuclear back-end processes, including fuel recycling and waste disposal.
Oklo and Centrus Energy's Tennessee plant, if completed, will be the first commercial-scale nuclear fuel recycling facility in the U.S. in decades. In Germany, the Asse assessment is a crucial step towards safely retrieving and disposing of its radioactive waste. Kazakhstan's collaboration with Germany signals its commitment to responsible nuclear development.
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