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US, Philippines to train Filipinos in nuclear power

May 21, 2024

The Philippines and US agree to train Filipinos in building and operating nuclear power plants under a deal between Manila and Washington through offering scholarships and exchange programs (Times of India, 2024)

Proposed nuclear plant in Pangasinan has long-term benefits – senator

May 18, 2024

Senator Francis Tolentino supports a Nuclear Power Program in Labrador, Pangasinan, to reduce electricity costs and address energy concerns, emphasizing the safety and long-term benefits of nuclear power plants.

Meralco to build nuclear power plants by 2028

May 2, 2024

Meralco plans to build micro modular nuclear power plants in the Philippines within four years to energize remote areas, following a feasibility study with US-based Ultra Safe Nuclear Corp.
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World Nuclear News: Nuclear accord signed between USA and Philippines

November 17, 2023

"The USA and the Philippines have signed a civil nuclear cooperation agreement - known as a 123 Agreement - that will allow the transfer of nuclear energy-related materials and components between the two countries." (WNN, 2023)

World Nuclear News: Philippines considers deploying USNC microreactors.

November 16, 2023

"The Philippines' largest electric distribution utility, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has signed a cooperation agreement with Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation (USNC) of the USA to study the potential deployment of one or more Micro-Modular Reactor (MMR) Energy Systems in the Philippines." (WNN, 2023)

US firm plans to build small nuclear power plants in PH

May 3, 2023

NuScale Power Corp. proposes a $7.5 billion project for small modular reactors (SMRs) in the Philippines to address energy shortages. Critics express concerns about the untested nature and challenges of SMR technology compared to conventional nuclear plants.