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Uranium Mining News

7 articles about uranium mining

The UK’s lithium moment: new issue of MINE out now!

The latest issue of <em>MINE</em> digital magazine, published on June 30, 2026, by Alejandro Gonzalez, centers on the dynamic lithium sector, exploring its crossroads after a decade of rapid growth. This comprehensive edition delves into the UK’s potential for a domestic lithium industry, direct lithium extraction advancements in the US, and the critical role of decarbonization technologies and cybersecurity in mining. Additionally, a dedicated Australia supplement provides in-depth analysis on metallurgical coal, uranium expansion, and innovative lithium production in the region, offering vital insights for mining industry professionals navigating evolving global commodity markets and strategic priorities.

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Department of Energy Announces American Nuclear Supply Chain Loans

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a conditional loan commitment of $17.5 billion through its Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) to revitalize America's commercial nuclear supply chain. This substantial financing aims to accelerate the deployment of 10 new large-scale Westinghouse AP1000® reactors by up to three years, targeting an additional 11 GW of clean electricity and prompting significant implications for the domestic uranium mining sector. The initiative underscores a strategic push for U.S. energy independence and the rebuilding of critical manufacturing capabilities.

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enCore Energy gets BLM approval for Dewey Burdock infrastructure

enCore Energy has received final approval from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for initial infrastructure construction at its 100%-owned Dewey Burdock Uranium in-situ recovery (ISR) project in South Dakota. This significant milestone, following a thorough Environmental Assessment, allows for the development of essential access roads, four groundwater monitoring wells, and power lines across approximately 240 acres of public land. The project, utilizing environmentally sensitive ISR methods, is integrated into the federal "Fast 41 programme" to expedite critical mineral development, underscoring its strategic importance for bolstering domestic US uranium production.

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Nuclear energy hiring is slowing in North America – but leaders can see where capacity and risk are shifting

<p></p> <p>While North America's nuclear energy sector appears to be experiencing a headline slowdown in overall hiring, detailed workforce analytics reveal a nuanced picture where pure-play nuclear operators are strategically expanding their capacity. Data from June 2025 to May 2026 indicates a shift from broad sector growth to a more focused build-out among companies with significant nuclear exposure, while services and engineering firms are retracting. This targeted expansion, particularly evident in operational and compliance-related roles, holds significant implications for the long-term demand for uranium and the broader mining industry.</p> <p>

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Department of Energy Celebrates Second Advanced Reactor Achieving Criticality

The U.S. Department of Energy announced on June 18, 2026, that Valar Atomics' advanced reactor design, Ward 250, successfully achieved zero-power fueled criticality at the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab. This milestone marks the second advanced reactor to go critical under the DOE's Reactor Pilot Program and is notably the first DOE-authorized reactor built outside a national laboratory, signaling accelerating progress in America's nuclear renaissance and bolstering future demand for critical resources like uranium.

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Mining’s nuclear reality check: SMRs are still not on miners’ shopping lists

Despite the theoretical alignment of small modular reactors (SMRs) with the power needs of remote, off-grid mining operations, a recent industry survey indicates that mining companies are not prioritizing nuclear technology. While SMRs offer firm, low-carbon electricity, the complexities of licensing, financing, and long-term liabilities currently place them well behind conventional renewables and energy storage on miners’ investment lists. This article explores the current reluctance, the distinct appeal, and broader utility-led initiatives that may eventually bring nuclear power to mining regions.

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Department of Energy Celebrates First Advanced Reactor Criticality

Antares Nuclear’s Mark-0 advanced reactor successfully achieved zero-power fueled criticality at the U.S. Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory on June 4, 2026. This landmark event, the first privately developed non-light-water reactor criticality in the U.S. in over four decades, signals a critical step in the nation's nuclear renaissance, promising electricity generation by 2027 and setting new precedents for advanced reactor deployment and the nuclear fuel cycle. The achievement underscores significant governmental and private sector collaboration, with profound implications for future uranium demand and the broader mining supply chain.

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