Nuclear Power Generation

Three Generations of Nuclear Power Plants in the U.S.
Three generations of nuclear power plants in the U.S.

Introduction to Nuclear Power
Introduction to nuclear power and nuclear reactors.

Comparison of Gen 2 and Gen 3 Nuclear Power Plants
Gen 2 and Gen 3 Nuclear Power Plants Compared

Nuclear Fuel Processing
The steps for preparing uranium to become nuclear reactor fuel.

After Fukushima Crisis, Hearing on Nuclear Energy Safety
How safe is nuclear energy? Scientist identifies 12 nuclear reactors that had meltdowns.

Boiling Water Reactors - Location by State
List of boiling water reactors (BWRs) at commercial nuclear power plants by state.

Introduction to Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs)
Introduction to Boiling Water Reactors in Commercial Nuclear Power Plants

CANDU nuclear reactor is moderated with heavy water
CANDU nuclear reactor is cooled with heavy water.

DOE on How to Expand Advanced Nuclear Power
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) presented Congress with a roadmap for expanding advanced nuclear power in the U.S. The path forward includes integrated technologies, sustainable fuel cycle options, and new research and development (R&D).

Nuclear Fission - A Brief Description
A brief explanation of the science behind nuclear fission.

Pressurized Water Reactors by State
A listing of pressurized water reactors used in commercial nuclear power plants, by state.

Guest author Roger Witherspoon
Guest author Roger Witherspoon

What is Criticality in a Nuclear Power Plant?
A brief definition of the term "criticality" as it is used in nuclear energy.