In a significant development for the nuclear energy sector, Cameco Corporation, a leading global uranium supplier, has reported a remarkable 157% increase in its second-quarter earnings. This impressive financial performance is largely attributed to the recent positive shifts in U.S. nuclear policy, which have bolstered the demand for nuclear fuel and supported Cameco’s growth.
The Impact of US Nuclear Policy
The recent uptick in Cameco’s earnings comes in the wake of evolving U.S. nuclear energy...
In a significant move toward bolstering Canada's clean energy capabilities and addressing the increasing demand for electricity, the federal government has announced a $50 million investment in the expansion of the Bruce Power nuclear plant. This initiative marks a pivotal moment as Ottawa's most...
New York State's transition to a clean, zero-emissions energy grid could include up to 8.5 gigawatts (GW) of grid flexibility by 2040, according to a new report from the Brattle Group. This projection, while contingent on achieving ambitious decarbonization goals, illustrates how the state could...
PPL Corporation’s Kentucky subsidiaries, Louisville Gas and Electric (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities (KU), have submitted an ambitious proposal to the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) aimed at meeting the growing energy demands of data centers. The utilities’ plan, which was...
A proposal for equipping broadband services to the Fort Collins, CO, municipality was approved by residents and a $120 million bond is now providing Fort Collins with resources to build and improve the municipality’s infrastructure so it can support broadband service for any qualifying...
In a significant enforcement action, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has laid 200 charges against ArcelorMittal Canada, alleging violations of the Fisheries Act. The charges pertain to the unlawful deposit of harmful substances into fish-bearing waters in Quebec between 2014 and 2022....
Iowa, a leading state in wind energy production, is making significant strides in addressing the environmental challenge posed by decommissioned wind turbine blades. Traditionally, these blades—constructed from durable materials like fiberglass and resin—have been difficult to recycle,...
Alliant Energy has officially brought Iowa’s largest solar facility online, marking a significant milestone in the state's renewable energy landscape. The 200-megawatt (MW) Pleasant Creek Solar project, located in Linn County, is now operational and supplying clean electricity to Alliant...
In a significant legal move, 17 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, aiming to block its executive order that halts federal approvals for new wind energy projects. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of...
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive unprecedented demand for computing power, data centers are facing mounting pressure to meet energy needs sustainably. Exowatt, a Miami-based renewable energy startup, is addressing this challenge with its innovative P3 modular solar thermal system....
President Donald Trump's proposed 2026 federal budget outlines a significant reallocation of resources, with a notable emphasis on reducing expenditures in clean energy, environmental initiatives, and scientific research. The Department of Energy (DOE) is particularly affected, facing a proposed...
