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FULL CIRCLE: In April 1965, the U.S. launched its first and only space reactor into space. SNAP-10A was a sodium-potassium-cooled fast reactor developed as part of a Department of War 🇺🇸 R&D project to power a satellite.

FULL CIRCLE: In April 1965, the U.S. launched its first and only space reactor into space. SNAP-10A was a sodium-potassium-cooled fast reactor developed as part of a Department of War 🇺🇸 R&D project to power a satellite.

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On this day in 1965, the U.S. launched its first and only space reactor into space. SNAP-10A was a sodium-potassium-cooled fast reactor developed as part of a @DeptofDefense R&D project to power a satellite.

On this day in 1965, the U.S. launched its first and only space reactor into space. SNAP-10A was a sodium-potassium-cooled fast reactor developed as part of a @DeptofDefense R&D project to power a satellite.

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EXPLORE THE CORE: Take a sneak peek inside the world’s most powerful research reactor at Idaho National Lab.

EXPLORE THE CORE: Take a sneak peek inside the world’s most powerful research reactor at Idaho National Lab.

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WATCH: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

WATCH: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

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WATCH: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

WATCH: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

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NUCLEAR IN OUTER SPACE 🪐: U.S. Department of Energy is working with NASA to develop new technologies like space reactors to provide reliable power on the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

NUCLEAR IN OUTER SPACE 🪐: U.S. Department of Energy is working with NASA to develop new technologies like space reactors to provide reliable power on the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

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Watch 👀 the difference between silicon carbide (right) and traditional fuel cladding (left) in this video of a loss-of-coolant test ⬇️

Watch 👀 the difference between silicon carbide (right) and traditional fuel cladding (left) in this video of a loss-of-coolant test ⬇️

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WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor fueled by ultra-robust TRISO particles.

WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor fueled by ultra-robust TRISO particles.

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WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor that they say can’t melt down.

WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor that they say can’t melt down.

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President Donald J. Trump is investing billions in nuclear energy to create jobs across the country and drive down emissions to help meet the nation's climate goals.

President Donald J. Trump is investing billions in nuclear energy to create jobs across the country and drive down emissions to help meet the nation's climate goals.

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Introducing the nation’s largest nuclear power plant – Plant Vogtle.

Introducing the nation’s largest nuclear power plant – Plant Vogtle.

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WATCH: This first-of-a-kind test loop Idaho National Lab is being used to advance molten salt R&D — including the world’s first fast-spectrum, salt fueled reactor experiment.

WATCH: This first-of-a-kind test loop Idaho National Lab is being used to advance molten salt R&D — including the world’s first fast-spectrum, salt fueled reactor experiment.

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WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor fueled by ultra-robust TRISO particles.

WATCH: X-energy is developing this high-temperature gas reactor fueled by ultra-robust TRISO particles.

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LEADING THE CHARGE: U.S. Department of Energy announces that Westinghouse Nuclear and Radiant will be the first advanced reactor developers scheduled to conduct their fueled microreactor experiments in DOME — the world’s first microreactor test bed at Idaho National Lab. Learn more:

LEADING THE CHARGE: U.S. Department of Energy announces that Westinghouse Nuclear and Radiant will be the first advanced reactor developers scheduled to conduct their fueled microreactor experiments in DOME — the world’s first microreactor test bed at Idaho National Lab. Learn more:

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Fission and fusion are two physical processes that produce massive amounts of energy from atoms. They yield millions of times more energy than other power sources through nuclear reactions but differ in 5 key ways.

Fission and fusion are two physical processes that produce massive amounts of energy from atoms. They yield millions of times more energy than other power sources through nuclear reactions but differ in 5 key ways.

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WATCH 👀: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

WATCH 👀: It's not every day you get to see a test reactor pulse!

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NUCLEAR 101: Fast reactors use fast-moving neutrons to make better use of nuclear fuel. They can operate on both fissile material and recycled fuel from other reactors to drastically reduce waste while increasing the performance of nuclear power plants. Here’s how they work:

NUCLEAR 101: Fast reactors use fast-moving neutrons to make better use of nuclear fuel. They can operate on both fissile material and recycled fuel from other reactors to drastically reduce waste while increasing the performance of nuclear power plants. Here’s how they work:

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The AI boom is coming, and nuclear can help power it.

The AI boom is coming, and nuclear can help power it.

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ALL ABOARD⛴️ : On this day in 1959, the U.S. launched the NS Savannah — the world’s first merchant ship powered by nuclear energy.

ALL ABOARD⛴️ : On this day in 1959, the U.S. launched the NS Savannah — the world’s first merchant ship powered by nuclear energy.

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Meet Browns Ferry 👋 It’s one of the largest nuclear power plants in the country that provides reliable, secure, and affordable power to millions of homes each day in the Tennessee valley. Tennessee Valley Authority

Meet Browns Ferry 👋 It’s one of the largest nuclear power plants in the country that provides reliable, secure, and affordable power to millions of homes each day in the Tennessee valley. Tennessee Valley Authority

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"These aren't your parent's reactors." U.S. Department of Energy's Mike Goff breaks down 3 reasons you need to know about advanced reactors. 👇 #NuclearSciWeek

"These aren't your parent's reactors." U.S. Department of Energy's Mike Goff breaks down 3 reasons you need to know about advanced reactors. 👇 #NuclearSciWeek

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Why do YOU think we should invest in nuclear energy? U.S. Department of Energy's Dr. Katy Huff breaks down three reasons why we should this #EarthDay. 🌎 #InvestInOurPlanet

Why do YOU think we should invest in nuclear energy? U.S. Department of Energy's Dr. Katy Huff breaks down three reasons why we should this #EarthDay. 🌎 #InvestInOurPlanet

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EBR-I was the first power plant to produce usable electricity through atomic fission. It powered four 200-watt lightbulbs in 1951 and eventually generated enough electricity to light the entire facility.

EBR-I was the first power plant to produce usable electricity through atomic fission. It powered four 200-watt lightbulbs in 1951 and eventually generated enough electricity to light the entire facility.

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