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TerraPower, of which Bill Gates is chairman, has begun the construction of a modern nuclear power plant, the Natrium reactor and energy storage system, in Kemmerer, Wyoming.This project, which utilizes sodium-cooling technology instead of traditional water, aims to offer a new generation of affordable, sustainable energy. Associated Press says Gates told the assembled crowd present at the groundbreaking, which included TerraPower leaders, government officials, Natrium project partners, industry champions and community supporters, that they were “standing on what will soon be the bedrock of America’s energy future.” Microsoft’s co-founder added, “This is a big step toward safe, abundant, zero-carbon energy, and...

Company backed by Bill Gates has begun construction of an revolutionary, 'affordable' nuclear power station — TerraPower's Natrium reactor uses sodium which could be key to quenching AI's energy thirst

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It could literally power a small country on its own.

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Bechtel celebrates the official groundbreaking of the Natrium Demonstration Project. Bechtel is TerraPower's engineering, procurement, and construction partner on this first-of-a-kind project in Kemmerer, Wyoming. The project is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. Natrium is an advanced nuclear reactor that uses a sodium-based technology...

Next nuclear power plant in U.S. begins construction

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Natrium reactors use sodium instead of water as a coolant and are non-pressurized, operating at temperatures below sodium's boiling point.

Bill Gates begins building 345-megawatt Natrium nuclear reactor in US

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 The world’s biggest solar plant has come online in China, capable of powering a small country with its annual capacity of more than 6 billion kilowatt hours.The facility in a desert region of the north-west province of Xinjiang covers 200,000 acres – roughly the same area as New York City.The 5GW complex, which was connected to China’s grid on Monday, is powerful enough to meet the electricity demands of a country the size of Luxembourg or Papua New Guinea.China has led the world in solar power adoption, boosting its capacity in 2023 by more than 50 per cent. The...

World’s biggest solar farm goes online, big enough to power a country

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Electric vehicles (EVs) are practical for those who commute about 25 minutes each way in the US. However, EVs are more of a burden than a solution for longer trips and in areas that don't have the charging infrastructure in place. Work trucks and pickups do even more miles, working throughout the day, often pulling large loads, which further drains batteries. Even with a charging network, these vehicles can't afford to stand around for up to an hour charging their batteries before they can go again.

5 Hydrogen Combustion Engines That Prove EVs Aren't The Future

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Wind farms are popping up worldwide to fight the climate crisis, and they're hiring aggressively.

The fastest-growing career in the US is in wind power. Here's what employees make, what it's like, and how to land a job.

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A federal judge in New Jersey rejected on Friday a bid from a group of cancer victims to block Johnson & Johnson’s proposed $6.5 billion bankruptcy settlement plan of its talc cancer lawsuits. Suggested Reading. The plaintiffs filed a motion earlier in June asking a New Jersey court to...

A group of cancer victims couldn't block Johnson & Johnson's $6.5 billion talc-powder settlement

Fisker Automotive may officially be dead thanks to almost comically horrible mismanagement, but while it’s sorting out that whole bankruptcy thing, it also has to figure out how to handle a new recall. As it turns out, the Ocean’s doors might get stuck, trapping occupants inside. That’s not ideal in most situations, but it’s especially dangerous in an emergency, so the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is making Fisker fix it.

Another Fisker Ocean recall — this time because the doors might trap you inside

"Given the critical role of energy in the future of the planet, I felt inspired to apply my chemical engineering knowledge to advancing energy storage devices." Energy levels at the University of Colorado likely often max out somewhere around the football facility, thanks to the addition of Coach Prime in 2022.

Scientists make crucial discovery that could revolutionize energy storage technology: 'We found the missing link'

Drive-in fast food chain Sonic is adding its name to the meal deal wars with the launch of its $1.99 value menu, the company said in a statement on Monday. At a time when elevated levels of inflation force consumers to look elsewhere for better priced choices, Sonic is boasting that the introduction of its value menu will give customers “something different.”

Sonic is launching a $1.99 value menu as the meal deal wars heat up

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

The following article was originally published by In-plant Impressions. To read more of their content, subscribe to their newsletter, IPI E-News. Greg Cholmondeley, principal analyst at Keypoint Intelligence, gave a presentation at a recent in-plant event (IPMA 2024) about artificial intelligence (AI) in the printing industry. He updated the audience on how AI has changed and advanced in just the past 12 months and enlightened attendees on surprising advances in robotics.

The Robots Are Coming

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The largest new geothermal power development in the US has received the backing of a major utility company, in what is being hailed as a major boost towards addressing climate change.Houston-based geothermal firm Fervo Energy is developing a plant capable of generating 400 megawatts of clean electricity – enough to power around 400,000 homes – in southwest Utah.On Tuesday, Fervo announced that the utility company Southern California Edison utillty would be purchasing electricity from its new renewable energy facility.The clean electricity will reduce the need for traditional power plants that cause climate change. The boost could go a long way...

Massive new geothermal power plant marks major milestone towards clean energy

The threshold for living comfortably has gotten much higher in many Americans’ minds. Americans believe they would need to earn $186,000 per year to feel financially secure or comfortable — more than double what the average full-time, year-round worker made in 2022, according to a Bankrate survey published Monday. This figure has fallen 20% from last year, when respondents said they needed $233,000 to feel secure.

Here's how much Americans think they need to make to feel financially secure

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

Achieving the United States' ambitious emissions reduction goals depends in large part on the rapid adoption of wind and solar energy and the electrification of consumer vehicles. However, misinformation and coordinated disinformation about renewable energy is widespread and threatens to undermine public support for the transition. In a new report,...

New report refutes 33 false claims about solar, wind and electric vehicles

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has initiated a bond sale aiming to raise CAD 1 billion (USD 730.7 million / EUR 682.1 million) to fund its ambitious clean energy projects under its Sustainable Finance Framework, including renewables. Announcing the move on Friday, the electricity producer stated that the issuance under its...

Ontario Power Generation Launches $730.7 Million Bond Sale for Clean Energy Projects

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Big Tech is turning to nuclear power because it needs more energy for AI

The generative artificial intelligence boom has led to a massive demand for electricity — and tech companies are turning to nuclear power to feed it. A...

Big Tech is turning to nuclear power because it needs more energy for AI

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