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DOE Announces New Path to Test Advanced Nuclear Reactors

LCG, June 18, 2025--The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced late today a new pilot program to expedite the testing of advanced nuclear reactor designs under DOE authority outside of the national laboratories. The new pilot program is intended to unlock private funding and provide a fast track to commercial licensing.

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X-energy Announces Receipt from NRC of Schedule for Xe-100 Construction Permit Application

LCG, June 17, 2025--X-energy Reactor Company, LLC (X-energy) announced yesterday that it has received key updates from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regarding the construction permit application for the initial deployment of the Xe-100 advanced reactor at a Texas Gulf Coast site. The NRC published an 18-month review timeline for the project, located in Seadrift, Texas, and will concurrently proceed with its environmental assessment. The NRC cited the completeness and quality of the application, as well as the effectiveness of pre-application engagements for the 18-month timeline.

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Afghan Rogues Shoot Out Power Lines

LCG, August 12, 2002-Afghan Bandits with automatic rifles have repeatedly shot at power lines near the Kajaki Dam, confusing and worrying U.N. officials.

Last week damage inflicted on power lines resulted in electricity shortages during temperatures of 118 degrees (48 C). Although a few people in Kandahar, which receives electricity from the lines, own generators, most had to make do without power.

This shooting was the fourth in a period of two weeks.

It is not clear when the damaged lines will be repaired.

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