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Nuclear power generation set record in 2025, IEA says

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Nuclear energy hit a record high in power generation in 2025 and could play a larger role in the world’s power mix going forward, according to a February International Energy Agency report.
In the report “Electricity 2026”, published Feb. 6, nuclear power…

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BWXT cites progress on TRISO fuel production for Antares

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Amentum signs new UK nuclear contracts

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