Trump Administration Proposes Plutonium Use for Nuclear Startups
The Trump administration has proposed a plan to engage private nuclear startups in utilizing Cold War-era plutonium for next-generation reactors. The U.S. Department of Energy has selected five companies, including Oklo, to negotiate the supply of 34 tons of plutonium, which was originally produced for atomic bombs and is currently stored in high-security facilities. This initiative aims to convert the plutonium into a productive energy resource, addressing the challenge of its long-term storage. The plan has sparked debate due to the potential risks associated with transporting and storing plutonium, a material that forms the basis for nuclear weapons. 
