U.S. nuclear fuel recycling takes two steps forward

September 8, 2025, 7:00AMRadwaste Solutions
Oklo’s proposed Advanced Fuel Center in Tennessee. (Image: Oklo)

Late last week saw two announcements from companies working to recycle used nuclear fuel on a commercial scale, providing welcome news to anyone hoping to see the United States move to unlock the hidden potential of the more than 94,000 metric tons of spent fuel stored at power plant sites around the country.