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Explore an overview of uranium through its history to today’s uses, how and where it’s found and safeguards that protect the public.Uranium Overview ›
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Learn what’s involved in the uranium mining and milling processes from establishing a new mine to decommissioning a depleted mine.Mining & Milling ›
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From drums of yellowcake to finished fuel assemblies, discover the science of nuclear fuel processing.Fuel Processing ›
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Investigate the role of fission in generating electricity, types of reactors and benefits of nuclear electricity generation.Electricity Generation ›
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From long-term storage to reprocessing, explore spent fuel management solutions.Spent Fuel Management ›
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Uranium Overview
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Mining & Milling
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Fuel Processing
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Electricity Generation
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Spent Fuel Management
One ton of natural uranium can produce more than 40 million kilowatt-hours of electricity. This is equivalent to burning 16,000 tons of coal or 80,000 barrels of oil.