India to Explore Thorium-Based Fuel Deployment for Nuclear Reactors
India is exploring the development and deployment of ANEEL, a Thorium-based fuel for its PHWR reactors, subject to government approvals. The current Uranium Oxide fuel usage will continue, optimizing Uranium resource usage. This is part of India's 3-stage nuclear program aimed at long-term energy security, which includes Fast Breeder Reactors and eventual Thorium utilization. Collaborations are aligned with the SHANTI Act, which governs nuclear facility oversight and private sector participation.
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