Thu Sep 26 13:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Clean Core Thorium Energy Partners with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories to Accelerate Thorium Fuel Commercialization

**CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2024** – Clean Core Thorium Energy, a nuclear fuel company specializing in thorium-based innovations, announced today its participation in Canadian Nuclear Laboratories’ (CNL) Canadian Nuclear Research Initiative (CNRI). This partnership will focus on validating the computer codes and models used in the design and safety analysis of Clean Core’s ANEEL™ fuel, paving the way for its accelerated commercialization within Canada’s CANDU reactors.

The ANEEL™ fuel, patented by Clean Core, utilizes thorium and enriched uranium. It’s designed for use in existing CANDU and PHWR reactors, offering flexibility in enrichment levels and fuel designs. Compared to current low burnup, natural uranium fuel, the ANEEL™ fuel provides several advantages, including enhanced safety, cost-effectiveness, and reduced nuclear waste.

“This collaboration with CNL is crucial for the ANEEL™ fuel,” stated Mehul Shah, CEO and Founder of Clean Core. “Their expertise in fuel development and assessment will significantly expedite the deployment of our fuel, benefiting both Canada and the global nuclear industry.”

Clean Core has already completed initial design studies and successfully navigated the Phase 1 Pre-licensing Vendor Design Review process with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Additionally, the company has secured a Strategic Partnership Project Agreement with the US Department of Energy and is currently conducting irradiation testing of the ANEEL™ fuel in the Advanced Test Reactor at Idaho National Labs.

CNL’s CNRI program, launched in 2019, aims to accelerate the adoption of nuclear technologies in Canada by fostering research and development, connecting industry players with national nuclear laboratories, and offering resources, technical knowledge, and cost-share funding.

The partnership between Clean Core and CNL marks a significant step towards commercializing thorium-based nuclear fuel, potentially revolutionizing the nuclear energy landscape.

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