TNPSC Thervupettagam

Thorium-based nuclear energy solutions

January 13 , 2025 19 hrs 0 min 12 0
  • The NTPC Limited has signed a strategic pact with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy (CCTE) to explore development and deployment of advanced nuclear energy for enriched life (ANEEL).
  • Aneel is a thorium-based fuel for pressurised heavy water reactors (PHWRs).
  • Aneel fuel include the utilisation of thorium as a fuel in existing PHWR reactors, significant reduction in nuclear waste.
  • It is also, enhancing India’s energy security using domestically-available thorium, and improved safety and proliferation resistance.

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