The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is considering allowing up to five companies to utilize surplus plutonium, which has traditionally been associated with nuclear warheads, as a source of fuel for nuclear power. The DOE has identified these companies as part of its initiative to explore advanced nuclear technologies.
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Energy Department Considers Use of Surplus Plutonium for Nuclear Fuel
The U.S. Department of Energy is exploring the possibility of permitting up to five companies to use surplus plutonium as fuel for nuclear power. This initiative aims to leverage materials that have historically been linked to nuclear weapons.
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