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energy21 days ago•11 min saved

Oklo's Tiny Nuclear Reactor Reaches Criticality, Accelerating U.S. Nuclear Push

Oklo Inc.'s Groves Isotope Test Reactor in Texas reached criticality, achieving a self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction as part of the DOE pilot program advancing small modular reactors; it’s the fifth such reactor to hit this milestone, with Washington promoting broader deployment of large and small reactors while regulatory barriers are trimmed. Oklo’s stock rose in pre-market trading on the news, highlighting continued momentum for U.S. nuclear ambitions even as no SMRs are yet operating commercially in the country.

via Yahoo Finance|

#criticality #energy #energy-department

politics1 month ago•16 min saved

Federal Lands Reimagined as AI Data-Center Hubs

The Energy Department will redevelop a retired Cold War-era uranium enrichment facility in Paducah, Kentucky, into a $100 billion AI data-center campus, featuring 2 gigawatts of natural-gas-fired power and 2.6 gigawatts of battery storage, privately funded through a partnership with NextEra Energy, Brookfield, and local utilities, as officials push AI development despite local opposition.

via nytimes.com|

#ai-data-centers #energy-department #paducah-ky

politics5 months ago•6 min saved

White House denies Navy escort of tanker through Strait of Hormuz after energy post

The energy secretary’s deleted post claimed the Navy escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, but White House officials and the DOE said no escort has occurred yet and the post was miscaptioned; officials say the Navy could be used if needed, as markets reacted to the conflicting claims.

via Politico|

#energy-department #fact-check #navy

world10 months ago•1 min saved

US Nuclear Agency to Furlough Most Staff Amid Shutdown

The U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration plans to furlough 1,400 workers due to the ongoing government shutdown, with only about 400 remaining to ensure property and human safety, as the shutdown impacts the agency responsible for managing the nuclear arsenal.

via The New York Times|

#energy-department #furlough #government-shutdown

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

White House and Energy Secretary Disagree on $30B Budget Cuts

The White House and Energy Secretary Wright are at odds over $30 billion in proposed cuts to the Department of Energy, with internal conflicts over project eliminations and leadership positions, amid political pressures from Republican lawmakers and disagreements over energy policies.

via Politico|

#budget-cuts #doe #energy-department

politics11 months ago•4 min saved

Energy Department halts green funding amid shutdown and political shifts

The U.S. Department of Energy is canceling $500 million in grants for Colorado amid a federal government shutdown, which also threatens to increase healthcare premiums for many residents due to the expiration of tax credits, highlighting political conflicts and their impact on state programs and services.

via CBS News|

#colorado-grants #energy-department #federal-shutdown

politics11 months ago•3 min saved

Energy Department Cuts $7.5 Billion in Clean Energy Funding, Primarily in Blue States

The Energy Department canceled over $7 billion in funding for various energy projects, citing lack of economic viability and relevance to national needs, amid political tensions and accusations of partisan retaliation by Democrats against the Trump administration's actions during a government shutdown.

via NPR|

#democrats #energy-department #energy-projects

environment1 year ago•2 min saved

Scientists Criticize Flawed Energy Department Climate Report

A group of climate scientists released a detailed rebuttal criticizing the Energy Department's recent climate report, alleging it contains numerous errors and lacks scientific integrity, which could impact the EPA's efforts to repeal the 'endangerment finding' and lead to legal challenges.

via Axios|

#climate-change #energy-department #environment

science1 year ago•2 min saved

Scientists Criticize Energy Department's Climate Report as Unreliable

Over 85 leading climate scientists criticized the Trump Energy Department's recent climate assessment for lacking scientific integrity, alleging it misrepresents current climate science, relies on debunked research, and is biased towards a particular policy stance, prompting over 2,000 public comments.

via NBC News|

#climate-assessment #climate-change #energy-department

environment1 year ago•5 min saved

Scientists Criticize Energy Department's Climate Report for Errors and Bias

Over 85 climate scientists have criticized a U.S. Energy Department report for containing numerous errors and misrepresentations of scientific literature, arguing it downplays the severity of climate change and supports industry interests, leading to ongoing debates and public comments.

via CBS News|

#climate-change #climate-experts #energy-department

energy1 year ago•3 min saved

Energy Department Cancels Loan for Grain Belt Express Power Line

The U.S. Energy Department canceled a $4.9 billion loan guarantee for the controversial Grain Belt Express transmission project, citing unlikely conditions for support and concerns over taxpayer resources, which may jeopardize the $11 billion infrastructure aimed at transmitting wind energy across the Midwest amid opposition from landowners and Republican lawmakers.

via The New York Times|

#energy #energy-department #grain-belt-express

energy1 year ago•2 min saved

Energy Department and Trump Administration Cancel Major Power Line Projects

The Energy Department has canceled a $4.9 billion loan guarantee for the Grain Belt Express, a major Midwest power line project criticized by conservatives and seen as aligned with green energy initiatives, citing financial concerns and political opposition, notably from Senator Josh Hawley and Missouri officials.

via Axios|

#energy #energy-department #green-energy-project

environment1 year ago•1 min saved

Energy Department Cancels $3.7 Billion in Clean-Energy Projects Amid Funding Cuts

The U.S. Energy Department has canceled $3.7 billion in awards intended for companies developing technologies to reduce emissions and combat climate change, including projects by Exxon Mobil and Calpine aimed at hydrogen fuel and carbon capture from power plants.

via The New York Times|

#carbon-capture #climate-change #emissions-reduction

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Energy Department Launches AI-Integrated Supercomputer in the Bay Area

The U.S. Energy Department is developing a new supercomputer named Doudna at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, set to arrive in 2026, which will integrate commercial AI technologies, notably Nvidia chips, to significantly boost computational speed and versatility for scientific research and AI model training.

via The New York Times|

#ai-integration #berkeley #energy-department

business1 year ago•0 min saved

Rivian Secures $6.6B Federal Loan for Georgia EV Plant Completion

Rivian, an electric vehicle manufacturer, has secured a $6.6 billion loan from the U.S. Energy Department to complete its stalled factory project in Georgia. The plant, located near Social Circle, was intended for producing midsize and crossover SUVs but faced delays due to financial issues. Rivian, which began selling vehicles in 2021, currently produces pickup trucks and three-row SUVs.

via The Washington Post|

#business #electric-vehicles #energy-department