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Press Releases June 24, 2022

Framatome Recognizes Companies Excelling in Innovation

Framatome congratulates Constellation and Energy Harbor who recently won Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards from the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) and Bruce Power who won the Framatome Vendor Award for the company’s work in nuclear medicine. The three companies were recognized during NEI’s Nuclear Energy Assembly on June 21. The accolades highlight the shared commitment to innovation and excellence through strategic industry partnerships in the United States and Canada.

Press Releases January 21, 2022

Framatome’s PROtect Enhanced Accident Tolerant Fuel Celebrated on the World’s Energy Stage During the 23rd Annual Global Energy Awards

Framatome’s PROtect Enhanced Accident Tolerant Fuel (EATF) program was selected as a finalist for the prestigious 23rd Global Energy Awards held in New York City, Dec. 10. Touted as the “Oscars” of the global energy industry, the Global Energy Awards bring leaders from around the world from all sectors of the energy industry to celebrate innovations and achievements in solving complex industry problems.

Industry News December 29, 2021

Framatome’s PROtect Fuel Assembly Recognized as One of the 10 Biggest Wins for Nuclear Energy in 2021

2021 was a BIG year for nuclear energy as the nation continues to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic. Energy use is back on the rise and the global appetite for cleaner energy is higher than ever before. Here are the 10 biggest wins for nuclear in 2021, setting the stage for what will be one of the most transformative times in history for the industry.

Press Releases December 16, 2021

Framatome, US Department of Energy Secure $150 Million Cooperative Agreement to Advance Accident Tolerant Fuel

Framatome and the U.S. Department of Energy secure a new 4-year cooperative agreement valued at more than $150 million to continue the development of its PROtect enhanced accident tolerant fuel (EATF) technology. These technologies increase the safety performance of commercial nuclear reactors while providing operators more flexibility during normal operating conditions.

Industry News November 8, 2021

Industry’s First Complete Accident Tolerant Fuel Assembly in Operation at Commercial U.S. Reactor

Framatome’s first complete accident tolerant fuel assembly is in operation at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in Maryland. The lead fuel assembly is the first of its kind to be inserted into a commercial reactor and was developed through the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Accident Fuel Program.