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Adani Group Enters Nuclear Power, India's Energy Landscape May See Transformation

The Adani Group plans to triple its power generation capacity by 2035, becoming the largest private power producer. Currently, feasibility studies at Bina and Nigari are progressing intensively, and the CEO of Adani Power has also hinted at related information. Although no official announcement has been made, the company has clearly stated that it is actively evaluating the relevant possibilities. At present, only two state-owned enterprises in India produce nuclear power: the Nuclear Power Corporation and NTPC Limited. The former plans to develop 30 GW of nuclear capacity, while the latter is also preparing to develop 30 GW. Adani Power has an operating capacity of over 3.2 GW and is currently conducting evaluations...

2026-08-02

Four new units at India's Kudankulam nuclear power plant delayed by three years, cost overrun of 55% to $14.4 billion

The construction cost of four new units at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant being built by Russia's Rosatom in India has increased by 55% since 2024 due to delays. Each unit has a capacity of 1 gigawatt, and the updated total construction cost has reached 1.38 trillion Indian rupees (approximately $14.4 billion). Among them, the construction cost of Units 3 and 4 has increased by 73%, while the cost of Units 5 and 6 has risen by 40%. Russia had previously provided India with $4.2 billion in state credit for the construction of Units 3 and 4. Indian officials stated that the reasons for the delays include the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, difficulties in the supply of specific materials and equipment, and problems faced by contractors. Despite...

2026-08-02

Nuclear Emergency Seminar Held in Angra dos Reis, Brazil to Strengthen Risk Prevention and Control

On August 1, 2026, the 5th Nuclear Emergency Seminar concluded successfully in Angra dos Reis. Organized by the Civil Defense Department of Rio de Janeiro State, the event brought together public institutions, professionals, and authoritative representatives to strengthen cooperation in nuclear emergency prevention, integration, and response. Participants focused on updating operational procedures, exchanging experiences, and developing strategies oriented toward protecting the public. The seminar placed special emphasis on crisis management procedures, inter-institutional communication, and the improvement of preventive measures, aiming to ensure rapid and effective responses in emergency situations. The event highlighted the importance of coordinated action among federal, state, and municipal governments, while also...

2026-08-02

Vietnam's National Assembly Committee on Defense, Security and Foreign Affairs officially reviews approval contents related to Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plant

On the morning of July 31, the National Assembly's Committee for Defense, Security and Foreign Affairs of Vietnam officially commenced the review of approval contents related to the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plant. At the plenary session held at the National Assembly office building, the Committee's Standing Board convened its second formal review meeting to approve contents related to the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plant. The meeting was chaired by Le Tan Toi, member of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Committee for Defense, Security and Foreign Affairs, with Vu Hai Ha, member of the Party Central Committee and Standing Vice Chairman of the Committee for Defense, Security and Foreign Affairs, responsible for the organization and coordination of the meeting. At the meeting, representatives from the Office of the President submitted relevant reports, and leaders from the Ministry of Industry and Trade also delivered presentations. Participants...

2026-08-01

Follow-up consultations on ROK-US nuclear-powered submarine and nuclear cooperation agreement progress slowly

According to a South Korean diplomatic source on July 31, South Korea and the United States have yet to finalize the schedule for the second working-level consultation, and the follow-up talks originally planned for July have not yet taken place. The consultations are aimed at implementing the security-related agreements outlined in the joint statement issued at last year's summit between the two countries, including South Korea's introduction of nuclear-powered submarines and the revision of nuclear cooperation arrangements regarding uranium enrichment and spent nuclear fuel reprocessing. The two sides previously held their first working-level consultation in Seoul on the 2nd and 3rd of last month. U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker led a cross-agency delegation to South Korea at the time to discuss the implementation of the security agreement with the South Korean side. Observers...

2026-08-02

Russia Suspends Payments to Nuclear Agency, Redirects Funds to Rosatom

The Russian government has decided to continue suspending membership fee payments to the Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), redirecting the funds to Rosatom, Russia's state atomic energy corporation. According to the latest resolution, approximately 61.3 million rubles (equivalent to nearly $773,500) originally allocated for the 2026 NEA membership fees will be reallocated to Rosatom. This marks the second consecutive year Russia has failed to fulfill its financial obligations to the agency. As early as 2025, Moscow had already ceased paying membership fees, following the suspension of its membership. Russia's membership in the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency was suspended in May 2022, which occurred following the...

2026-08-01

American Fusion Completes First Phase of Texatron Testing at Texas Tech University

American Fusion (American Fusion, OTC: AMFN) announced on July 31 that the first phase of its proprietary Texatron Fusion Engine engineering and testing program has been completed at the Center for Emerging Energy Sciences, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. The company stated that the project has achieved initial engineering goals and has advanced to the next phase of the Texatron development and testing program. According to reports, American Fusion's seven-member science and engineering team collaborated with Texas Tech University personnel this week on engineering assessments, subsystem...

2026-08-01

Greenpeace accuses Spanish Nuclear Safety Council of improperly renewing Almaraz nuclear power plant license until 2030

The Spanish Nuclear Safety Council (CSN) recently issued a favorable report on extending the operating license of the Almaraz nuclear power plant until 2030. However, the environmental organization Greenpeace has questioned this decision, arguing that the report fails to comply with current nuclear safety regulations. They point out that Council member Francisco Castejón abstained from the vote on approving the extension of the Almaraz plant's lifespan, which indicates blind spots in the assessment process. Greenpeace further emphasized that the handling of this extension application is also problematic, as no new Periodic Safety Review (PSR) was conducted, instead relying on the previous assessment that concluded in June 2018...

2026-08-01

Rongfa Nuclear Power stated it will provide conventional island forgings for the Huaneng Shidao Bay High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor nuclear project

On July 31, Rongfa Nuclear Power responded to investor inquiries on the interactive platform, stating that the company provides conventional island forgings for the Huaneng Shidao Bay High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor nuclear power plant. Regarding the high-temperature gas-cooled reactor projects at certain sites promoted by CNNC Energy, the company is actively participating in expanding related business announcements, with specific operational information consistent with the company's announcements.

2026-08-01

Romanian Army Deploys on the Danube to Protect Nuclear Power Plant Operations

The Romanian Ministry of National Defense announced that the Romanian Army has been mobilized to protect the operation of the Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant and conduct hydrographic measurements on the Danube River. The Ministry stated that this measure was taken in response to the current critical situation on the Danube to ensure the safe operation of the nuclear power plant. The military action aims to obtain the technical data required for the construction of a mobile weir that will redirect a portion of the Danube's flow into the Old Danube. Naval forces are conducting measurements at kilometers 345 to 346 of the Danube, in the area where the Bala branch converges, to determine the parameters needed for implementing the weir. Military experts are analyzing the riverbed and water depth, and transmitting the collected data to the relevant administrative authorities. The Ministry emphasized that these measures...

2026-08-02

EDF's Performance Declines as Nuclear Plants Affected by High Temperatures

EDF faced pressure in its first-half results, with net profit down 4.4% year-on-year to €5.2 billion. Despite an increase of approximately 8 TWh in French nuclear output, revenue still fell 3.3% to €57.45 billion. The company's half-year EBIT stood at €14.1 billion, with total electricity generation of 262.1 TWh, of which French nuclear plants contributed 189.9 TWh. Meanwhile, EDF also bore an additional €500 million in taxes, mainly related to the contribution on excess profits. Weak market prices reduced the value of electricity sold by EDF, while the company, fully state-owned, needs to fund capital-intensive industrial projects. As of end-June, EDF's net debt reached €51.5 billion, flat compared to the level at end-2025...

2026-08-01

Changwon National University and Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute Join Forces to Promote Korea-Vietnam Nuclear Power Industry Synergy

Changwon National University announced that a delegation from the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute recently visited the university for in-depth discussions on the development of Vietnam's nuclear power industry and cooperation plans in the field of small modular reactors (SMRs). The delegation was led by Dr. Phan Viet Cuong, Deputy Director of VINATOM, among others. The visit came at a time when the Vietnamese government has been comprehensively promoting the introduction of SMRs as a core national energy strategy since 2024. Through the consultations, both sides reached a consensus on close cooperation to strengthen Vietnam's nuclear power technology competitiveness and foster the next-generation SMR industry. In particular, centered on Changwon National University's "SMR² Platform National Research Institute," customized educational programs will be operated for Vietnamese researchers and students...

2026-08-01

Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority Begins Revising Seismic Motion Evaluation Guidelines

In response to the data falsification issue at Chubu Electric Power's Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant, Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) has initiated the revision of seismic motion evaluation guidelines. The falsification involves seismic motion evaluation data that underpins the safety of nuclear power plants, carrying significant implications. The NRA has stated it will treat this matter with utmost seriousness, aiming to establish stricter standards and monitoring systems through the guideline revision. Chubu Electric Power's data tampering is a grave issue that undermines public trust in nuclear power plant safety. Seismic motion evaluation is an extremely critical element in assessing the seismic resistance of nuclear power plants, and data accuracy is fundamental to safety. This incident has called into question the safety of the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant, necessitating a thorough investigation and re-evaluation by regulatory authorities. In the revision work...

2026-08-01

Leidos Australia to Design Floating Dry Dock for Nuclear Submarines

Leidos Australia will design a floating dry dock for nuclear-powered submarines to support the maintenance and operational readiness of Australia's future fleet. This project is a key component of the optimal pathway under the AUKUS Pillar One, aimed at ensuring mission readiness, continuity, and resilience, leveraging Leidos' decades of expertise in submarine and maritime engineering. Under the oversight of the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), this floating dry dock will become a vital part of the nation's naval infrastructure for nuclear submarines, enabling underwater system inspection, maintenance, and repair. The design is highly complex due to its involvement with specialized nuclear safety and security requirements. Leidos Gibbs & Cox...

2026-08-01

"Nuclear-Solar Complementarity"! CGN Ningde 200MW Offshore Solar Project Achieves Full-Capacity Grid Connection

According to China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN), on July 31, the CGN Ningde 200MW offshore solar project achieved full-capacity grid connection and power generation. This project is one of the mobilized offshore solar projects in Fujian Province and also CGN's first "nuclear-solar co-siting" offshore solar project, holding significant demonstration value for promoting the green transformation of the local energy structure, building a new energy system, and driving the region to create a zero-carbon demonstration park. Located within the water area of the Ningde nuclear site in Tailaoshan Bay Village, Fuding City, the project utilizes the marine resources surrounding the nuclear power base to achieve three-dimensional development combining nuclear and solar energy. The total site area is approximately 3,020 mu, with an installed capacity of 200MW, supported by a 20MW/40MWh backup system. The project's operational period is 25 years...

2026-08-01