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America turns nuclear waste into underwater power
Published 11 August 2026 ยท us
Synopsis America is turning decades-old strontium-90 radioactive waste from Oak Ridge into a potential source of long-lasting nuclear power. Zeno Power is working with the
Synopsis America is turning decades-old strontium-90 radioactive waste from Oak Ridge into a potential source of long-lasting nuclear power. Zeno Power is working with the Pentagon to develop seabed power nodes that could keep underwater drones, sensors and autonomous vehicles running for years without cables, support ships or regular resupply. The same technology could also support future lunar missions.
Published: August 11, 2026 โข 7:19 PM IST ยท Updated: August 11, 2026 โข 8:08 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis America is turning decades-old strontium-90 radioactive waste from Oak Ridge into a potential source of long-lasting nuclear power.
Zeno Power is working with the Pentagon to develop seabed power nodes that could keep underwater drones, sensors and autonomous vehicles running for years without cables, support ships or regular resupply.
The same technology could also support future lunar missions.