Shortage of radioactive ‘rare as diamonds’ material frustrates nuclear start-ups

Nuclear start-ups are grappling with a significant shortage of a rare radioactive material crucial for producing plutonium and other essential components for nuclear power plants. The limited availability of fuel recycling sites is hampering efforts to meet the growing demand as the world looks to expand its nuclear energy capacity. This scarcity could delay the deployment of new nuclear technologies and affect the global energy transition, highlighting the need for innovative solutions to secure the necessary materials. For more details, check out the full article linked here.