Overview
Thorium Norway AS is committed to advancing thorium-based technologies through rigorous research and development (R&D). Our goal is to innovate and create sustainable solutions for the energy and pharmaceutical sectors.
Research Focus Areas
- Nuclear Energy: Developing thorium-based fuels that enhance reactor performance, safety, and waste management.
- Medical Applications: Innovating thorium-derived radium treatments for cancer therapy.
- Advanced Reactors: Exploring thorium use in next-generation reactors like ADS, MSR, and advanced LWRs.
Key Collaborations
- Institute for Energy Technology (IFE): Joint research projects to develop thorium-based fuels.
- University of Cambridge: Collaborative studies on the properties and applications of thorium.
- Westinghouse Electric Company: Partnering to advance thorium fuel technology.
Achievements
- Th.Add Project: Successful testing of thorium-enhanced uranium oxide fuel in the Halden research reactor since 2013.
- Th.Mox Project: Ongoing tests of thorium-based MOX fuel to reduce plutonium stockpiles, started in 2018.
Future Projects
- Advanced Reactors: Investigating thorium's potential in ADS, MSR, and advanced LWRs to achieve higher conversion rates and sustainable energy production.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Focus on reducing environmental impact and enhancing safety in nuclear power and medical treatments.
