Wyoming approves license for advanced nuclear reactor, sparking 'nuclear renaissance'
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- Category: World News
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 00:01 UTC
- Sources: NPR News
The federal government has granted a license for a new advanced nuclear power plant in Wyoming, backed by Bill Gates‑funded Terra Power. NPR describes the project as part of a broader push to revive nuclear energy in the United States. Approval was announced on May 2, 2026.
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