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March 10, 2026
Gates Invests Billions in Future Reactor
This is a project that could represent an important step in the development of a new generation of nuclear power plants, especially at a time when the world is looking for stable sources of energy with as little carbon dioxide emissions as possible.
TL;DR
- TerraPower, founded by Bill Gates, has received a key permit for its innovative nuclear reactor in Wyoming.
- The Natrium reactor uses liquid sodium as a coolant and molten salt for energy storage, enhancing safety and efficiency.
- This technology allows the reactor to store energy and supplement renewable sources like wind and solar.
- The project aims to be a model for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
- Construction costs are estimated at $4 billion, with funding split between the U.S. Department of Energy and private investors.
- The project faced challenges in sourcing nuclear fuel due to the war in Ukraine, leading to alternative U.S. sources.
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