In response to escalating global demand for nuclear fuel, previously dormant uranium mines across the United States and allied nations are springing back to life. At least five American producers are reigniting operations in states such as Wyoming, Texas, Arizona, and Utah, regions once bustling with uranium production until the aftermath of the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster prompted governments to reassess their stance on nuclear energy.
Following Fukushima, a sharp downturn in uranium prices led to the closure of numerous American mines, compounded by initiatives in countries like Germany and Japan to phase out nuclear power. However, with governments increasingly turning to nuclear energy to combat climate change and major uranium producers grappling to meet demand, prices for the vital metal are soaring, providing a new lease on life for once-unprofitable mines and bridging supply gaps. Uranium, a cornerstone of energy production for over six decades, fuels nuclear power plants […]
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