DOE eyes using plutonium in nuclear fuel

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The U.S. Department of Energy is considering allowing up to five companies to use surplus plutonium, traditionally used in nuclear warheads, as fuel in nuclear power applications. This initiative could advance nuclear energy development and impact the energy sector significantly.

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story  DOE eyes using plutonium for nuclear power  The Energy Department may allow up to five companies to use its surplus plutonium, which has historically been used in nuclear warheads, as fuel. © Ted Shaffrey, Associated Press The department has selected the firms for “advanced…