US seeks interest from states in nuclear waste and reprocessing sites
The U.S. is seeking interest from states to host sites for nuclear waste storage, spent fuel reprocessing, and nuclear fuel fabrication. This initiative supports President Trump's goal to quadruple nuclear power capacity to 400 gigawatts by 2050, driven by rising electricity demand. The Department of Energy aims to establish Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses to address the long-standing issue of radioactive waste management, which is crucial for the expansion of the nuclear industry. Local opposition to waste storage remains a significant challenge.
