Kairos Power has begun construction on the Hermes reactor, one of the first advanced nuclear reactors in the United States, at the East Tennessee Technology Park in Oak Ridge. As reported by the U.S. Department of Energy, this low-power reactor, which received approval from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in December 2022, is projected to be operational by 2027 and will demonstrate affordable clean heat production using a TRISO fuel pebble bed design with molten fluoride salt coolant.

Japan's introduction of magnetic levitation technology for cars marks a revolutionary step in transportation, promising vehicles that hover above tracks without traditional engines or batteries, potentially transforming the automotive industry with enhanced efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

Underground nuclear reactors represent an innovative approach to nuclear power generation, offering potential benefits in safety, security, and public acceptance while presenting unique engineering and operational challenges. As reported by New Atlas, startup Deep Fission is developing a novel concept of placing small reactors a mile underground in drill shafts, aiming to address economic and safety concerns associated with traditional nuclear power plants.

Fund managers are increasingly betting on nuclear energy stocks, an area traditionally off-limits for investors with environmental mandates, as they recognize its potential role in achieving net-zero emissions and meeting the growing energy demands of technologies like AI.

The Palisades nuclear power plant in Michigan is poised to make history as the first U.S. nuclear reactor to restart after being shut down, backed by a $1.52 billion federal loan guarantee and additional state funding. This landmark project, aimed at reviving a critical source of carbon-free energy, is expected to power 800,000 homes and create hundreds of jobs upon its planned restart in 2025, pending regulatory approval.