Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Fast reactors work differently from most nuclear reactors operating today — and that difference could help unlock more energy from nuclear fuel while reducing radioactive waste.

How? By keeping neutrons fast.

As experts gather this week in Beijing, China, for the IAEA International Conference on Fast Reactors and Related Fuel Cycles #FR26, watch our video to learn how fast reactors work and why they are attracting growing interest worldwide.

Disclaimer: This video includes AI-generated voice-over narration.

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