India Explores Thorium Fuel for Nuclear Reactors
New Delhi: NTPC Ltd. and Clean Core Thorium Energy (CCTE) are exploring the use of thorium-based fuel in India’s existing nuclear power plants.
- Partnership: NTPC, an Indian state-owned enterprise, is collaborating with CCTE, a U.S. firm.
- Fuel Type: CCTE’s ANEEL fuel, blending thorium with enriched uranium, could be deployed in Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs).
- SHANTI Act: The recent legislation allows private sector involvement in India’s nuclear operations.
- Advantages: Thorium is abundant in India, reduces waste, enhances energy security, and may improve safety.
- Next Steps: Implementation hinges on regulatory approvals.
