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06/01/2026 | Press release | Archived content

What makes a fast reactor different

1 June 2026

Fast reactors work differently from most nuclear reactors operating today - and that difference could help unlock more energy from nuclear fuel while reducing radioactive waste.

How? By keeping neutrons fast. Watch our video to learn how fast reactors work and why they are attracting growing interest worldwide.

This video includes AI-generated voice-over narration.

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