Nuclear waste could power Europe for decades. This startup plans to prove it
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Thorizon, a Franco-Dutch startup, is developing a small modular molten salt reactor that reuses nuclear waste and thorium for energy production. The company aims to build its first 100-megawatt reactor within five years, powering 100,000 homes. Having raised €42.5 million, Thorizon needs €750 million for the prototype. This technology could address nuclear waste issues, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and provide stable power for Europe.
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