decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Draft PEIS on depleted uranium waste management problem: Dispersion is the solution December 24, 1997

USA E project U.S. NRC reverses in part ASLB decision on license denial for LES Claiborne Enrichment plant December 18, 1997

France E D operatingincident UF6 cylinder ruptures during burst test December 9, 1997

USA U project Production of uranium and vanadium ores has commenced at IUC's Sunday Mine Complex in Colorado December 8, 1997

Australia U projectlicensing Australian Minister of Environment gives environmental clearance for the Olympic Dam expansion project December 8, 1997

USA U project U.S. NRC issues safety evaluation report for the Crownpoint uranium in-situ leaching project (New Mexico) December 5, 1997

Namibia U operating Roessing (Namibia) drops plans for dam construction and for increase of production December 2, 1997

Russia (Asian part) U project Development of Dalmatovkoye (Russia) uranium in-situ leaching project underway November 24, 1997

USA U decommissioningenvironmental The Atlas uranium mill tailings near Moab (Utah) will be tested again to determine whether contaminated ground water is threatening endangered fish in the Colorado River November 19, 1997

Canada U project Review Panel recommends approval of Midwest mining project (Saskatchewan, Canada), subject to conditions November 13, 1997

Canada U project Review Panel recommends approval of Cigar Lake mining project (Saskatchewan, Canada), subject to conditions November 13, 1997

Canada U projectenvironmental Review Panel releases report on cumulative impacts of uranium developments November 13, 1997

Germany E operating Urenco's Gronau (Germany) enrichment facility received a license to increase its capacity from 1000 to 1800 t/year SWU October 31, 1997

USA U operating Leaking containers with radioactive residue from Cabot Corp., Pennsylvania, to be processed in Utah uranium mill discovered in Toronto October 28, 1997

USA U decommissioning License Termination for Day Loma uranium heap leach site, Wyoming, USA October 28, 1997

Australia U projectprotest Australian Senate passes motion against Jabiluka Uranium Mining Project October 20, 1997

USA U decommissioning Adoption of 'No action' approach leaves 3.8 million m3 of contaminated groundwater uncleaned at Spook, Wyoming, UMTRA site October 8, 1997

Australia U projectlicensing Australian Government Approves Jabiluka Uranium Mining Project October 8, 1997

Germany Netherlands United Kingdom Russia (Asian part) D tradedecommissioning Urenco's enrichment tails upgraded in Russia October 6, 1997

USA U decommissioning License Termination for ARCO Bluewater Uranium Mill and Tailings Site, New Mexico, USA October 3, 1997

Germany U decommissioning Still no public participation with Wismut cleanup in Germany October 2, 1997

Sweden U projectindigenous Swedish Greens launch motion for 'Global Justice - Indigenous Peoples and Uranium Mining' in Parliament September 30, 1997

Canada U projectlicensing AECB Issues the Approval for Construction of the McArthur River Uranium Mine in Saskatchewan, Canada August 22, 1997

USA U operating NRC Authorizes Utah Uranium Mill to Receive and Process Material from Pennsylvania August 15, 1997

USA U projectlicensing Uranium Resources, Inc. receives state permit for Vasquez in situ uranium mining project in Texas August 15, 1997

USA U decommissioning Midnite Mine and Ford Uranium Mill and Tailings Reclamation (Washington): Meetings Set on Road and Safety Study of Transporting Uranium Tailings for Aug. 20 and 25, 1997

August 14, 1997

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC provides comments to the Fish and Wildlife Service on its Draft Biological Opinion Re: Impacts from the Proposed Reclamation of the Atlas Mill Tailings Site in Moab, Utah August 12, 1997

USA U regulatoryhealthworker U.S. Dept. of Labor issues Correction of Occupational Exposure Limit for Uranium in Air August 4, 1997

USA U operatingincident License Violations at Power Resources, Inc. Highland Uranium Project, Wyoming, USA July 29, 1997

Namibia U operatinghealthworker Breakthrough! Former Roessing Uranium engineer and cancer victim, Edward Connelly, finally won his long legal battle to have the right to bring his compensation case in the British courts July 25, 1997

USA U decommissioningindigenous U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirms: Navajo Tribal Court can hear claims against former Kerr-McGee uranium mill July 24, 1997

Australia U project The Ecologically Sustainable Development Committee of Western Australia's Legislative Council is to examine uranium mining proposals in the state, and provide opportunity for public comment on them in September July 23, 1997

USA U regulatory Radiological Criteria for License Termination: U.S.NRC Final Rule excludes uranium mills and in-situ leaching mines; New Rule to be developed for mills and ISL mines; comments are to be submitted by October 6, 1997

July 21, 1997

Australia U projectprotest Friends of the Earth Sydney submits 'Critique of Supplementary EIS for the Jabiluka Uranium Project' July 21, 1997

Australia U project The Western Mining Corporation has admitted leaving the contaminated trial uranium mine of Yeelirree exposed to the public, with inadequate fencing and warning signs, for more than 10 years July 10, 1997

Australia U project Friends of the Earth Sydney issues Submission on Olympic Dam Expansion Draft EIS July 5, 1997

USA E decommissioningenvironmental Gore, Oklahoma: Uranium processing plant sprays radioactive waste as fertilizer July 4, 1997

USA U decommissioning Relaxed groundwater standards at various US decommissioning sites June 27, 1997

USA U regulatory Proposed Amendment to Wyoming Rules on In Situ Leaching June 9, 1997

Cleanup of 424 Monticello Vicinity Properties completed (Utah) December 30, 1999

Australia U operating incident Fire at Olympic Dam uranium mill (Australia) December 23, 1999

Canada E operatinglicensing AECB approves License Renewal for Port Hope and Blind River fuel facilities (Ontario) December 16, 1999

USA U decommissioning Pathfinder Mines Corp. requests extension of reclamation completion date for Shirley Basin uranium mill tailings site by two years (Wyoming) December 16, 1999

USA D decommissioning Decommissioning of DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) December 16, 1999

USA U R healthregulatory U.S. ATSDR releases Final Toxicological Profile for Uranium December 16, 1999

USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC releases special inspection reports on Paducah and Portsmouth enrichment plants December 9, 1999

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases soil screening values for implementation of the Final Rule on Radiological Criteria for License Termination December 7, 1999

Canada U project Mining begins at McArthur River mine (Saskatchewan) December 6, 1999

Germany E tradeprotest Blockade of UF6 transport at Gronau, Germany December 2, 1999

Japan U decommissioningprotest Protestors dump uranium mining waste on nuclear facility's doorstep (Japan) December 2, 1999

Australia U projectprotest Australian Local Government Association call to stop developing uranium mines December 1, 1999

USA U operating Cogema to shut down Christensen Ranch / Irigaray ISL site in Wyoming in second half of 2000 November 29, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S.NRC to approve enhanced reclamation plan for Umetco East Gas Hills in-pit tailings repository (Wyoming) November 26, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory U.S. Senate passes bill to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act November 19, 1999

USA U decommissioning Owen Berio of Dawn Watch gets 'environmental hero' award (Washington State) November 19, 1999

Australia U operating 21-year extension to the Ranger mining lease (Australia) November 14, 1999

Canada U operating AECB approves processing of McArthur River ore at Key Lake (Saskatchewan) November 8, 1999

Canada U project AECB approves mining of Sue open pits at McClean Lake (Saskatchewan) November 8, 1999

Australia U projectprotest Protestors arrested at Beverley uranium mine (Australia) November 7, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC selects new trustee for Atlas tailings pile (Utah) November 5, 1999

Japan E operatingincidentenvironmentalhealth Neutron radiation exposure from criticality accident was 75 mSv at boundary of Tokai plant - much higher than believed so far November 4, 1999

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Re-injection of waste brine from Straz pod Ralskem ISL decommissioning to continue until at least 2006 (Czech Republic) November 3, 1999

USA U regulatory Utah seeking State regulation of uranium mills and tailings November 2, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory U.S. Senate Committee approves bill to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act November 2, 1999

USA U decommissioning Western Nuclear wants to prohibit groundwater use rather than prevent contaminant plume dispersion at Split Rock uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) November 1, 1999

Spain U operatinghealth Increase in leukemia around Spanish uranium mills October 1999

Australia U projectprotest Northern Land Council vetoes milling of Jabiluka ore at Ranger (Australia) October 27, 1999

France D decommissioning Depleted uranium found as coloring matter in enamel (France) October 27, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE proposes active groundwater cleanup at Monument Valley, Arizona, uranium mill tailings site October 25, 1999

USA U decommissioning No groundwater cleanup for Grand Junction uranium mill tailings site October 25, 1999

Canada U decommissioning Canadian Federal government signs commitment to clean up/contain Port Radium mine site (Northwest Territories) October 25, 1999

USA E operatingincident U.S. DOE releases first part of independent investigation report on Paducah enrichment plant October 20, 1999

Canada U decommissioning Final 'Scope of Project and Assessment Report' released for Cluff Lake Decommissioning Project (Saskatchewan) October 20, 1999

USA U decommissioning Dames + Moore declines trusteeship for Atlas tailings pile (Utah) October 20, 1999

Pakistan U project Pakistan opens Tumman Leghari mine October 20, 1999

Pakistan U decommissioning Pakistan closes Baghalchur mine October 20, 1999

USA U R regulatory U.S. EPA proposes standard for Radon in drinking water October 19, 1999

Canada U project AECB approves operating licence for McArthur River project (Saskatchewan) October 8, 1999

South Africa U operatingincidenthealthworker 10,000 miners exposed to excess radiation doses (South Africa) October 7, 1999

Canada U operating Cameco discovers high-grade uranium at La Rocque Lake (Saskatchewan) October 5, 1999

Germany E operatingprotest Protests at Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) October 3, 1999

Japan E operatingincidenthealthenvironmental Criticality accident at Tokai nuclear fuel plant (Japan) September 30, 1999

USA E operating U.S. DOE releases data on former processing of recycled uranium at enrichment plants September 29, 1999

USA U decommissioningcorporate Atlas Corp. to be released from liability for Moab tailings cleanup (Utah) September 27, 1999

Australia U project Construction at the Beverley uranium mine site in South Australia has begun September 22, 1999

Canada E operatingenvironmental Uranium waste solution from Port Hope fuel facility used as fertilizer (Ontario) September 21, 1999

Australia U operatingprotest Protesters block entrance to Olympic Dam (Australia) September 14, 1999

USA U decommissioning Dawn Mining abandons plan to cover Ford tailings with radioactive waste (Washington State) September 9, 1999

Canada U decommissioning Environmental Assessment process for decommissioning of the Cluff Lake uranium facility begins (Saskatchewan) September 9, 1999

Czech Rep. U operating New effort to continue Czech uranium mining operations September 3, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworker Colorado Plateau uranium mill workers' study being conducted August 31, 1999

USA U operatinglicensing U.S. NRC approves resumption of Sweetwater mill operation (Wyoming) August 31, 1999

India U operatingincident Indian Supreme Court issues notice on Jaduguda uranium mine pollution August 30, 1999

Canada U operatingcorporate Denison acquiring another 5.17% interest in Midwest project from Cogema (Saskatchewan) August 25, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE proposes relaxed groundwater standards without remediation for Grand Junction uranium mill tailings site (Colorado) August 23, 1999

USA U project U.S. NRC ASLB upheld Crownpoint in-situ leach license (New Mexico) August 20, 1999

USA U operatinglicensing U.S. NRC to approve resumption of Sweetwater mill operation (Wyoming) August 12, 1999

USA U regulatory Utah Radiation Control Board suspends rule on alternate feed for uranium mills August 10, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Another Bill introduced in U.S. Senate to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act August 5, 1999

France E operating Dumping of uranium conversion waste near Pierrelatte stopped (France) August 3, 1999

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project DR Congo suspected of reopening Shinkolobwe uranium mine with North Korean help August 3, 1999

USA U project U.S. Presidential Committee recommends research on uranium recovery from seawater August 2, 1999

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE issues Record of Decision for the Long-Term Management and Use of Depleted UF6 August 2, 1999

USA U operating U.S. NRC approves processing of St.Louis FUSRAP material at White Mesa mill (Utah) July 28, 1999

USA U project International Uranium Corp. withdraws Reno Creek Project license application (Wyoming) July 22, 1999

Canada U projectprotest Opponents take legal action against McClean Lake licence (Saskatchewan) July 21, 1999

Czech Rep. U operating Czech Republic: Uranium mining will not be continued after 2001 July 21, 1999

Australia U projectenvironmental Kakadu National Park not listed 'In Danger' for development of Jabiluka uranium mine (Australia) July 12, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE: No groundwater cleanup at Lakeview, Oregon, uranium mill tailings site July 8, 1999

Australia U project Australian Senate Committee condemns Jabiluka approvals process June 30, 1999

Canada U project Production at McClean Lake mill starts (Saskatchewan) June 23, 1999

Canada U projectlicensing AECB approves operating licence for McClean Lake mill (Saskatchewan) June 17, 1999

USA E decommissioning Decommissioning of the Sequoyah Fuels Corp. uranium conversion plant site near Gore, Oklahoma to be licensed June 9, 1999

USA U project International Uranium Corp. suspends mining operations at Sunday Mine (Colorado) June 8, 1999

USA E tradeincident UF6 rail cars derailed at Portsmouth, Ohio June 2, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC approves in place reclamation of Atlas Moab uranium mill tailings pile (Utah) May 28, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve enhanced reclamation plan for Umetco East Gas Hills tailings (Wyoming) May 25, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve relaxed groundwater standards for Exxon Highland mill decommissioning (Wyoming) May 21, 1999

Australia U project Work suspended on Jabiluka decline (Australia) May 11, 1999

USA U operatinglicensing License Renewal for Hobson In Situ Leach Mine (Texas) May 7, 1999

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases staff recommendations: Discussion of disposal of other wastes in tailings deposits and of alternate feed material guidance for uranium mills May 6, 1999

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases staff recommendations: Discussion of In situ leaching regulations May 6, 1999

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases staff recommendations: Draft Rulemaking Plan, Domestic Licensing Of Uranium And Thorium Recovery Facilities - Proposed New 10 CFR PART 41 May 6, 1999

Canada U operatingprojectcorporate Cogema acquires parts of Key Lake uranium mine and McArthur River and Midwest projects from Cameco May 5, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthindigenous U.S. Supreme Court says federal courts, not Indian tribal courts, must decide cases re impacts of former uranium mines to Navajo communities May 3, 1999

Serbia D operating U.S. Department of Defense confirms use of depleted uranium rounds in Kosovo war May 3, 1999

Germany D decommissioning Urenco Germany plans storage of depleted uranium as oxide April 30, 1999

Australia U project Final approval for Beverley in-situ leaching uranium mine in South Australia April 30, 1999

Canada U projectcorporate Cameco becomes majority owner of Cigar Lake (Saskatchewan) April 27, 1999

Australia U project Jabiluka approvals process referred to Senate inquiry (Australia) April 27, 1999

India U operatinghealth Thousands at risk of poisoning from Jaduguda uranium mine (India) April 25, 1999

Canada U decommissioning AECB approves amendments to Denison's Elliot Lake decommissioning plans (Canada) April 23, 1999

USA U decommissioning Another bill introduced to relocate Moab tailings (Utah) April 22, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Another bill introduced in House to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (USA) April 21, 1999

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Goldman Environmental Prize for Jabiluka Traditional Owners' fight against uranium mine (Australia) April 19, 1999

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE's Final Environmental Impact Statement for Depleted Uranium Management now available April 16, 1999

Australia U project Australian government releases response to World Heritage Committee re Jabiluka mine April 15, 1999

USA U regulatory NRC issues Final Rule '10 CFR Part 40 - Radiological Criteria for License Termination of Uranium Recovery Facilities' April 12, 1999

USA U regulatory Utah Radiation Control Board adopts rule on alternate feed for uranium mills April 9, 1999

USA U operatinglicensing Restart of Cotter Corp's Canon City mill allowed (Colorado) March 31, 1999

USA U operating Cogema gets aquifer exemption for deep well brine disposal at Christensen Ranch ISL site (Wyoming) March 26, 1999

Canada U projectlicensing AECB issues final approval for McClean Lake tailings facility (Canada) March 25, 1999

USA U decommissioning Watchdog releases report on Moab tailings cleanup plans (Utah) March 23, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Amendment of regulations implementing the U.S. Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) March 22, 1999

USA U decommissioning Pawnee uranium ISL site released for unrestricted use (Texas) March 19, 1999

USA U projectlicensing Final approval for Shootaring Canyon uranium mill near Ticaboo, Utah March 19, 1999

USA U decommissioning Atlas to be released from future liability for Moab tailings (Utah) March 19, 1999

Australia U projectlicensing Environmental approval for Beverley uranium in-situ leach project (Australia) March 18, 1999

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC approves Radiological Criteria For License Termination Of Uranium Recovery Facilities March 17, 1999

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues FEIS finding on-site stabilization of Atlas Moab tailings pile acceptable, subject to conditions. Atlas can't even cover on-site stabilization cost (Utah) March 12, 1999

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE Seeks Industry Input into Plan to Convert Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride to a Safer Form March 5, 1999

Czech Rep. U operating Uranium Mining in Czech Republic suspended March 3, 1999

USA U decommissioning Relaxed groundwater standards approved for Sohio's L-Bar uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) March 3, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Bill introduced in House to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (USA) March 2, 1999

USA U operating Utah House passes bill on alternate feed processing at uranium mills February 25, 1999

Czech Rep. U operating Czech industry minister wants to revive uranium mines February 18, 1999

USA U decommissioning EPA Proposes Midnite Mine For Inclusion on National Priorities List (Washington State) February 16, 1999

USA U operating Judge backs processing and disposal of Tonawanda waste material at White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) February 11, 1999

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Bill introduced in Senate to amend Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (USA) February 4, 1999

USA U operating IUC plans to process waste material from St. Louis area at its White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) February 3, 1999

USA E tradeincident Truck With Empty UF6 Cylinders Involved In Traffic Accident (USA) February 2, 1999

USA U decommissioning Palangana uranium in-situ leach site released for unrestricted use (Texas) January 29, 1999

USA U decommissioning Washington State Dept. of Health approves nuclear dump on Dawn's uranium mill tailings January 29, 1999

USA U project URI abandons Alta Mesa uranium in-situ leaching project (Texas) January 20, 1999

USA U decommissioning Bill introduced to relocate Atlas, Moab, tailings (Utah) January 19, 1999

Canada U R regulatoryhealth Health Canada issues proposed guideline for uranium in drinking water January 11, 1999

Canada U project Denison reduces workforce at McClean Lake project by 40% (Canada) January 7, 1999

USA U regulatory US EPA conducting nationwide study of Class V underground injection wells January 7, 1999

Cluff Lake mine operating license renewed (Saskatchewan) December 28, 2001

Afghanistan D decommissioning Depleted uranium warheads found in Afghanistan December 27, 2001

Iraq Serbia D health Chromosome aberrations found in Gulf and Balkans Wars veterans December 24, 2001

European Union R regulatory European Union issues recommendation on radon in drinking water December 20, 2001

USA E operating U.S. DOE seeks comment on decommissioning of Paducah Feed Plant (Kentucky) December 20, 2001

United Kingdom E project Sellafield MOX plant starts operation (United Kingdom) December 20, 2001

Canada U project CNSC to revoke Mining Facility Removal Licence for Kiggavik (Nunavut, Canada) December 20, 2001

Canada U project CNSC to revoke Mining Facility Removal Licence for Dawn Lake (Saskatchewan, Canada) December 20, 2001

Canada U project CNSC to revoke Mining Facility Removal Licence for Shea Creek (Saskatchewan, Canada) December 20, 2001

USA U decommissioning IUC proposes slurry pipeline for Atlas tailings relocation to White Mesa Mill site (Utah) December 19, 2001

Mexico U projectincident Kennecott fined for illegal uranium extraction in Mexico December 17, 2001

USA U decommissioning Homestake requests relaxed groundwater standards for Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) December 15, 2001

USA E trade US DOC charges Eurodif and clears Urenco in dumping case December 14, 2001

UNITED NATIONS D decommissioning UNEP Opens Post-Conflict Assessment Unit December 13, 2001

USA U decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. Congress passes bill to ensure compensation payments for uranium miners for 10 years December 13, 2001

USA E decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory Eligibility expanded for U.S. DOE nuclear worker compensation program December 13, 2001

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues license amendment to process alternate feed material from Molycorp Site at White Mesa Mill, Utah December 11, 2001

Canada U projectcorporate CAMECO new operator of the Cigar Lake Project (Saskatchewan) December 11, 2001

European Union U regulatory European Union unveils new law to deter industrial accidents, including tailings dam failures December 10, 2001

Canada U decommissioning CNSC to issue temporary licensing exemptions for old uranium tailings sites (Canada) December 7, 2001

United Kingdom E operating FOE and Greenpeace lose appeal against Sellafield MOX plant decision (UK) December 7, 2001

USA E project Georgia environmental group wins hearing on MOX fuel plant project (South Carolina) December 6, 2001

USA E project Urenco to build uranium enrichment plant in US December 6, 2001

Australia U project Assessment Report for Honeymoon ISL uranium mine released (South Australia) December 5, 2001

Australia U project 1999 acid excursion at Honeymoon ISL uranium mine disclosed one week after final government approval (South Australia) December 5, 2001

Canada U project CNSC to issue operating license for Midwest uranium mine (Saskatchewan) December 3, 2001

United Kingdom E operating Ireland loses legal challenge against Sellafield MOX plant (UK) December 3, 2001

USA U project Power Resources, Inc. acquires North Butte / Ruth in situ leach uranium project from Pathfinder Mines (Wyoming) November 30, 2001

USA U decommissioning Tailings Reclamation at Petrotomics Shirley Basin uranium mill site completed (Wyoming) November 30, 2001

USA U operating NRC issues Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the processing of alternate feed from the Molycorp site at the White Mesa Mill (Utah) November 30, 2001

Iraq D health UN General Assembly rejects request to study DU weapons' health effects in Iraq November 29, 2001

USA D operatingincident Los Alamos Lab reports depleted uranium levels higher since fire (New Mexico) November 29, 2001

USA U decommissioning Draft Environmental Assessment of Ground Water Compliance at the New Rifle, Colorado, UMTRA Site available November 28, 2001

Australia U project South Australian Government gives final go-ahead for the Honeymoon ISL uranium mine November 28, 2001

United Kingdom E operating FOE and Greenpeace appeal Sellafield MOX plant court decision November 27, 2001

USA U decommissioning State of Utah to close abandoned uranium mines in San Rafael Swell area November 26, 2001

United Kingdom E operatingeconomy Cheap uranium makes MOX uncompetitive, British Energy says November 26, 2001

Australia U project Australian Federal Government gives final go-ahead for Honeymoon ISL Uranium mine November 26, 2001

USA E operatingenvironmental Confusion about unreliable contamination data around Paducah enrichment plant (Kentucky) November 25, 2001

Australia U project Australian Government gives the final environmental clearances to Honeymoon ISL Uranium mine November 21, 2001

USA U operatingeconomy $41 million awarded to Canon City uranium mill residents (Colorado) November 20, 2001

United Kingdom E operating Irish Government calls for injunction against Sellafield (UK) MOX plant at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea November 20, 2001

Germany E decommissioningincident Unexploded World-War-II ordnance discovered during decommissioning of Siemens Hanau nuclear fuel plant (Germany) November 20, 2001

United Kingdom E operating High Court Judge rules Sellafield MOX plant go-ahead not unlawful (UK) November 15, 2001

Germany U decommissioninghealth Chromosomal aberrations with former Wismut uranium miners November 2001

Brazil U operating Lagoa Real / Caetite uranium mine receives authorisation to resume operation after one-year outage due to leakage (Brazil) November 14, 2001

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Kazakhstan cannot control major uranium waste dump November 13, 2001

China,cont'l E project First stage of Lanzhou centrifuge enrichment plant completed early (China) November 12, 2001

Kazakhstan U project Kazakhstan starting to develop Akdal uranium ISL project November 9, 2001

Kazakhstan U project Kazakhstan starting to develop Moinkum uranium ISL project November 9, 2001

Kazakhstan U project Kazakhstan starting to develop Karamurun uranium ISL project November 9, 2001

USA U projecteconomy Provision for uranium mining subsidies removed from U.S. Senate bill November 8, 2001

USA U decommissioning U.S. BLM to segregate land for disposal site for Atlas, Moab, uranium tailings from location and entry (Utah) November 7, 2001

France U decommissioning Cleanup of old uranium mines in Puy-de-Dome department demanded (France) November 2001

USA U decommissioning Rio Algom requests 2-year extension of reclamation deadline for Ambrosia Lake tailings November 6, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA issues directive on uranium standards for groundwater at Superfund sites November 6, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker NIOSH releases draft online calculator to determine probability of causation for cancer claims of U.S. nuclear workers November 5, 2001

France U decommissioning Decommissioning of Le Bouchet uranium mill starts (France) November 5, 2001

France U decommissioning Decommissioning of Le Bouchet uranium processing facility starts (France) November 5, 2001

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC consents to disposal of imported DU counterweights in facility not licensed for radioactive waste November 2, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. National Mining Association files petition for rulemaking to wave licensing fees for uranium mines November 2, 2001

USA U decommissioning UMTRA Ground Water Shiprock, New Mexico, Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact Available October 31, 2001

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC renews operating license for Key Lake mine (Saskatchewan) October 31, 2001

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC renews operating license for McArthur River mine (Saskatchewan) October 31, 2001

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC renews operating license for Rabbit Lake mine (Saskatchewan) October 31, 2001

USA E project U.S. Utilities planning own enrichment plant October 30, 2001

Serbia Montenegro Bosnia and Herzegovina D environmental UNEP investigating DU sites in Serbia, Montenegro, and Bosnia October 29, 2001

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE assumes ownership of Atlas Moab tailings site (Utah) October 26, 2001

Serbia D environmental U.S. DOD releases summary report on DU impacts in the Balkans October 25, 2001

Canada U operatingcorporate Pioneer Metals Corp. and Cameco to Form Public Uranium Exploration Company October 24, 2001

Australia U operatingincident Fire again at Olympic Dam copper/uranium mill October 21, 2001

France E operatingincident Comurhex Pierrelatte uranium conversion plant flooded (France) October 20, 2001

United Kingdom D decommissioning BNFL installs windows at Capenhurst DU storage facility to enhance transparency... (UK) October 18, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC seeks comment on Draft Research Program Plan: Radionuclide Transport in the Environment October 18, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases Draft Environmental Review Guidance for Licensing Actions Associated with non-reactor facilities October 18, 2001

USA D regulatory Bill requiring suspension of depleted uranium munitions introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives October 17, 2001

USA U decommissioning Pathfinder requests amendment to the tailings reclamation plan for its Shirley Basin site in order to reduce cost (Wyoming) October 16, 2001

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Russia assists in reclamation of uranium mill tailings in Kyrgyzstan October 11, 2001

USA U E regulatory U.S. NRC shuts down its website in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11 October 11, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. HHS seeks public comment on rules to assist compensation of nuclear workers for job-related cancers October 5, 2001

United Kingdom E operating FOE and Greenpeace take MOX nuke plant to court (UK) October 5, 2001

South Africa U decommissioning No need for reclamation of South African gold/uranium mill tailings? October 4, 2001

USA U projecteconomyregulatory U.S. Senate petitioned to block uranium mining subsidies October 3, 2001

United Kingdom E operating Sellafield MOX plant receives government go-ahead (UK) October 3, 2001

USA E project USEC revives centrifuge enrichment technology plans October 2, 2001

Japan E project Japan shelves laser uranium enrichment method October 2, 2001

Poland U decommissioning Cleanup of Kowary uranium mill tailings completed with EU aid (Poland) September 28, 2001

United Kingdom D health UK Ministry of Defense appoints Advisory Panel for screening programme for DU health effects September 26, 2001

USA D decommissioningincident U.S. NRC fines uranium company for discrimination September 24, 2001

France E tradeincident Derailment of railway car carrying uranium ore concentrates near Nimes (France) September 23, 2001

USA U decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker GAO Review of Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (USA) September 17, 2001

USA E operating U.S. NRC accepts blending of CaF2 uranium conversion waste to meet release criteria (Illinois) September 14, 2001

USA D operating No Depleted Uranium in Hijacked Jets Crashed in New York and Washington D.C. September 14, 2001

France D operatingenvironmental Groundwater contamination likely at SICN Annecy DU manufacturing site (France) September 13, 2001

Serbia D decommissioning Plutonium found in DU penetrator spent in Southern Serbia September 13, 2001

Kazakhstan U project Startup of Muyunkum uranium ISL project expected for October 2001

(Kazakhstan) September 12, 2001

USA E project U.S. NRC, on Sep. 12, 2001

(!), denies need to assess hazard from terrorist attacks on proposed MOX fuel plant (South Carolina) September 12, 2001

USA U decommissioningindigenousenvironmental Aerial survey of abandoned uranium mines identifies excess radiation areas in Navajo Indian Reservation (Arizona) August 2001

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC renews Operating Licence for McClean Lake Mine (Saskatchewan) August 31, 2001

USA U decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker Bush administration seeks to delay miner compensation (USA) August 28, 2001

Iraq D health WHO begins DU health study in Iraq August 28, 2001

Canada E operatingincidentenvironmental Concerns about leaking uranium conversion waste dump at Port Granby (Ontario) August 27, 2001

Japan E project Japan Nuclear Fuel Ltd. seeks licence to build MOX fuel plant at Rokkasho-mura August 27, 2001

USA U regulatory Draft Multi-Agency Radiological Laboratory Analytical Protocols Manual for Public Comment (USA) August 24, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC Procedure for Termination of Uranium Milling Licenses in Agreement States to be revised August 24, 2001

Iraq D health WHO to meet Iraqi officials on DU health study August 23, 2001

USA E tradeincident Missing shipment of uranium hexafluoride conversion waste (USA) August 22, 2001

USA E D trade USEC request to import (!) Depleted Uranium to the U.S. August 22, 2001

Russia (Asian part) U project Russia plans to develop Khiagdinskoe uranium ISL project (Buryatia, Russia) August 22, 2001

Germany E decommissioning Hanau MOX fuel plant no longer available for export to Russia (Germany) August 18, 2001

Kazakhstan U projectcorporate Russia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgystan agree on joint venture to develop the Zarechnoye uranium deposit (Kazakhstan) August 15, 2001

Uzbekistan U projectcorporate Cogema quits Sugraly project? (Uzbekistan) August 15, 2001

Australia U operating WMC considers doubling of Olympic Dam mine capacity (Australia) August 15, 2001

Serbia D health Swedish soldiers in Kosovo have lower uranium levels in urine than at home August 7, 2001

Canada U projectlicensing Site Preparation Licence issued for Cigar Lake Mine / New hearings (Saskatchewan) July 31, 2001

USA U projecteconomyindigenous U.S. Congress' plan to subsidize uranium in-situ leach industry affects Navajo July 25, 2001

Canada U decommissioning CNSC announces hearings on Cluff Lake uranium mine licence renewal (Saskatchewan) July 25, 2001

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerregulatory U.S. President signs bill to ensure compensation payments to uranium miners July 24, 2001

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC releases Issue Summary on DU counterweights July 20, 2001

USA U operating U.S. NRC approves another 5-year postponement of initiation of decommissioning of Sweetwater uranium mill (Wyoming) in view of Bush's Energy Plan July 17, 2001

Germany E D trade DU exports of Urenco's Gronau enrichment facility disclosed (Germany) July 16, 2001

USA U decommissioning USX's Boots/Brown uranium in-situ leach mine site released for unrestricted use (Texas) July 13, 2001

USA U decommissioning USX's Clay West uranium in-situ leach mine site released for unrestricted use (Texas) July 13, 2001

USA U decommissioning USX's Moser uranium in-situ leach mine site released for unrestricted use (Texas) July 13, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatory U.S. DOE to prepare Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement on disposition of scrap metal from enrichment plants and other sources July 12, 2001

France U decommissioning Motor racing circuit planned on former Lodeve uranium mine and mill site in France July 11, 2001

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA cancels plan to ship radioactive waste from Denver to Uravan uranium mill tailings (Colorado) July 7, 2001

Iraq D health U.S. VA: Illnesses Not Associated With Service in the Gulf July 6, 2001

Argentina U decommissioning Argentina: Plans for reclamation of uranium mining sites with World Bank loan July 3, 2001

United Kingdom D operating UK MOD puts DU shell test on hold July 3, 2001

USA U operatingeconomy $16 million awarded to Canon City uranium mill residents (Colorado) June 28, 2001

USA D decommissioning Final decommissioning plan submitted for Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) - no DU remediation June 27, 2001

Serbia D decommissioningenvironmental UK Ministry of Defence releases report of a reconnaissance visit to Kosovo June 26, 2001

Australia E project SILEX uranium enrichment technology classified June 20, 2001

Montenegro D decommissioning Soil cleanup underway at DU impact site in Montenegro June 20, 2001

Bosnia and Herzegovina D health No New Zealand soldiers ill from depleted uranium June 16, 2001

USA U operating IUC requests license amendment to process alternate feed material from Maywood FUSRAP Site, NJ, at its White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) June 15, 2001

USA D decommissioning Nuclear Metals, Inc. DU manufacturing site in Concord, Mass. listed Superfund June 14, 2001

USA U decommissioning Quivira Mining requests more relaxed groundwater standards for Ambrosia Lake mill site (New Mexico) June 11, 2001

Estonia U decommissioning Remediation works begin at Sillamaee tailings pond (Estonia) June 5, 2001

USA U decommissioning License renewed for radioactive waste storage at Umetco's Uravan uranium mill site (Colorado) June 8, 2001

Germany R regulatory German parliament approves new radiation protection regulations June 1, 2001

European Union D healthenvironmental European Parliament releases DU study May 2001

France U decommissioning Last uranium mine in France shut down May 31, 2001

Germany E decommissioning First decommissioning license issued for old Hanau MOX fuel plant (Germany) May 30, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC discontinues 10 CFR Part 41 rulemaking efforts for Uranium Recovery Industry May 29, 2001

Australia D health Depleted uranium exposure at 1950s British nuclear weapons' tests in Australia May 28, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. Labor Department issues interim final rule on energy workers' compensation May 25, 2001

France D decommissioning Appeal against French depleted uranium storage project at Bessines finally turned down May 23, 2001

United Kingdom D environmentalhealth UK Royal Society releases depleted uranium report May 22, 2001

Germany R regulatoryprotest NGOs criticize revision of German radiation protection standards May 17, 2001

Netherlands D environmentalhealth Health Council of the Netherlands releases depleted uranium report May 16, 2001

Serbia D decommissioningenvironmental UK Ministry of Defence seeks comment on proposed protocols for DU survey in Kosovo May 16, 2001

USA E project U.S. NRC denies request for early site work at proposed MOX fuel plant (South Carolina) May 15, 2001

USA U decommissioning Umetco applies for relaxed groundwater standards at Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) May 11, 2001

USA U decommissioning Umetco applies for disposal of offsite-material at Gas Hills uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) May 11, 2001

Germany D decommissioning Future of depleted uranium residues from melt-down experiments unclear (Germany) May 11, 2001

USA E operating Portsmouth enrichment plant closed (Ohio) May 11, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC to hold Public Meeting on the Use of Risk Information in the Regulatory Process of Uranium Recovery facilities May 9, 2001

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE Releases Advance Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Facilities May 7, 2001

USA U operatinglicensing U.S. NRC proposes License Renewal for Smith Ranch (Wyoming) in-situ leach site May 4, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatory U.S. NRC seeks comment on Plan for Updating and Consolidating the Decommissioning Policy and Guidance of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Office Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards May 1, 2001

USA D decommissioningenvironmental U.S. NRC issues Decommissioning License for Depleted Uranium Study Area at Aberdeen Proving Ground (Maryland) April 30, 2001

UNITED NATIONS D health WHO releases report on Depleted Uranium April 26, 2001

USA U decommissioning UMTRA Ground Water Shiprock, New Mexico, Draft Environmental Assessment Available for Review April 25, 2001

USA U decommissioning President Bush's budget includes no money for Atlas Moab uranium mill tailings cleanup (Utah) April 24, 2001

Japan E operatingincident 6 JCO officials plead guilty to negligence charges in Tokai criticality accident case (Japan) April 23, 2001

USA E project U.S. NRC accepts application for authority to construct a mixed oxide (MOX) fuel fabrication facility (South Carolina) April 18, 2001

Serbia Bosnia and Herzegovina D health Final report of Portuguese investigation team confirms no radiation hazard from depleted uranium found in Kosovo and Bosnia April 17, 2001

USA R regulatory U.S. EPA releases revised Radionuclide Slope Factors April 16, 2001

Australia U project Rio Tinto places 10-year moratorium on Jabiluka uranium mine project (Australia) April 12, 2001

United Kingdom D health UK Ministry of Defense seeks comment on screening programme for DU health effects April 11, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. uranium mining industry requests temporary exemption from licensing fees April 10, 2001

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. Labor Department to manage DOE Worker Compensation program April 6, 2001

USA E operatinghealthworker U.S. ATSDR releases Paducah public health assessment for comment March 30, 2001

Canada Australia U operatingcorporate Cameco's stake in Energy Resources of Australia Ltd for sale March 30, 2001

USA E operating U.S. DOE Releases Historical Studies of Recycled Uranium March 29, 2001

Argentina U project New developer sought for Cerro Solo uranium mining project (Argentina) March 27, 2001

France E operating COGEMA confirms plans for closure of Cadarache MOX fuel plant (France) March 27, 2001

USA U decommissioning Ground Water Remediation Activities at Shiprock, New Mexico, Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action Site Require Floodplain/Wetlands Involvement March 26, 2001

Australia U project Rio Tinto not likely to develop Jabiluka mine in the short-term for opposition and market conditions March 23, 2001

Australia U operatingcorporate Rio Tinto stalls efforts to sell majority stake in Energy Resources of Australia Ltd for poor uranium outlook March 23, 2001

ICRP R regulatory ICRP sets up a Task Group on Protection of the Environment March 23, 2001

USA E operating U.S. NRC approves enrichment assay upgrade at Paducah March 19, 2001

Serbia D health No elevated cancer rate in Italian Balkans soldiers March 19, 2001

Germany U decommissioning Assessment of abandoned uranium mining sites in Germany completed - Cleanup still not assured March 17, 2001

USA U decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker Radiation victims dying with IOUs in hand - New bills introduced in U.S. Congress to ensure payments March 15, 2001

Germany U decommissioninghealthregulatory German government approves new radiation protection regulations, allowing for exceedance of 400 mSv lifetime dose standard for Wismut uranium mining cleanup workers March 14, 2001

UNITED NATIONS R regulatory WHO to weaken drinking water standard for uranium March 13, 2001

Serbia D health UNEP releases final report on DU in Kosovo March 13, 2001

USA U decommissioning Washington State Dept. of Health terminates Sherwood uranium mill license March 9, 2001

Germany E decommissioninghealthworker Sick Hanau nuclear worker accepts settlement and discontinues appeals court case (Germany) March 8, 2001

USA E project U.S. NRC Intends To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed MOX Fuel Fabrication Facility (South Carolina) March 7, 2001

Canada U projectlicensing Operating Licence for McClean Lake Mine to be issued (Saskatchewan) March 6, 2001

Canada U projectlicensing Site Preparation Licence for Cigar Lake Mine to be issued (Saskatchewan) March 6, 2001

European Union D health European Commission Study Finds No Depleted Uranium - Cancer Link March 6, 2001

Canada U regulatory Draft Regulatory Guide for Measuring Airborne Radon Progeny at Uranium Mines and Mills (Canada) March 5, 2001

USA E traderegulatory U.S. NRC to revise UF6 Transportation Safety Standards March 2, 2001

USA E project U.S. NRC Receives Construction Application For Proposed Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility (South Carolina) March 2, 2001

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve decommissioning of contaminated land at Umetco East Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) March 1, 2001

USA D decommissioningincident Depleted Uranium Counterweights Melted into Aluminum Ingots (Ohio) February 26, 2001

Australia U project Beverley ISL uranium mine officially opened (South Australia) February 21, 2001

USA U decommissioning Wildlife Service Pulls Support of In-Place-Cap for Atlas Moab Tailings (Utah) February 18, 2001

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Preliminary Compliance Evaluation Report on Paducah enrichment assay upgrade project February 16, 2001

Serbia D decommissioning UNEP confirms plutonium found in Kosovo DU ammunition February 16, 2001

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC considers alternatives for rulemaking to regulate uranium industry February 15, 2001

France E project France to abandon development of atomic vapour laser enrichment technology February 14, 2001

Kazakhstan U projectcorporate Cameco to double investment in Inkay project (Kazakhstan) February 14, 2001

Canada U project Cameco announces delay of Cigar Lake project (Saskatchewan) February 14, 2001

United Kingdom E operating Springfields uranium conversion plant to be shut down in 2006 (United Kingdom) February 14, 2001

Serbia D decommissioning Swiss laboratory finds scant plutonium traces in Balkans DU February 14, 2001

United Kingdom D health UK Ministry of Defense seeks comment on screening programme for DU health effects February 12, 2001

USA E operating USEC uranium stock contaminated with technetium February 7, 2001

Serbia D environmental Portuguese investigation team finds no radiation hazard in Kosovo February 6, 2001

Serbia D decommissioning German institute finds no plutonium in Kosovo DU ammunition February 5, 2001

Canada U corporate Canadian Government moves to liberalize ownership rules for Cameco February 2, 2001

Bosnia and Herzegovina D environmental Italian experts find no elevated radiation in Bosnia February 1, 2001

Serbia D environmental Czech investigation team finds no DU hazard for soldiers in Kosovo February 1, 2001

Serbia D health WHO finds no DU cancer link in Kosovo; further study requested February 1, 2001

Australia U project Approval for Honeymoon ISL uranium mine in South Australia deferred February 1, 2001

Germany France E corporate Merger of nuclear businesses of Framatome and Siemens finalized January 31, 2001

USA U decommissioning EPA to issue another aquifer exemption for Christensen Ranch ISL disposal wells (Wyoming) January 30, 2001

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium price recovers after 2 months at US$ 7.10 record low (Ux) January 29, 2001

INTERNATIONAL D regulatory International Committee of Red Cross does not support call for ban of DU weapons January 28, 2001

Serbia D health No uranium found in blood of French Balkans soldiers January 26, 2001

Iraq D environmental WHO to probe Depleted Uranium in Iraq January 25, 2001

Canada U operating McArthur River reserves increased by more than 50% (Saskatchewan) January 25, 2001

European Union D regulatory Council of Europe calls for ban on DU weapons January 24, 2001

Serbia D decommissioning NATO releases maps of depleted uranium munition use in Kosovo January 24, 2001

Bosnia and Herzegovina D decommissioning NATO releases maps of depleted uranium munition use in Bosnia January 24, 2001

USA R regulatory U.S. Nuclear Industry Files Lawsuit against Drinking Water Radiation Standards January 22, 2001

USA D trade U.S. NRC puts import license for depleted uranium counterweights from UK on hold January 22, 2001

Germany D operatingincident DU ammunition incidents in Germany disclosed January 19, 2001

Serbia D environmental WHO Team to Investigate Depleted Uranium and Other Toxic Substances in Kosovo January 19, 2001

European Union D regulatory European Parliament demands moratorium for depleted uranium weapons January 17, 2001

USA D decommissioning DU semiconductors to solve DU waste problem? January 16, 2001

USA D regulatory U.S. NRC denies petition against use of depleted uranium munitions January 16, 2001

Serbia D health Concerns about uranium-236 detected in DU used in Kosovo January 16, 2001

Serbia D environmental Belgian Ministry of Defense finds no DU in Kosovo soils January, 2001

United Kingdom D operating Britain's navy to phase out depleted uranium weapons January 13, 2001

Serbia D health Study finds no significant increase of uranium in urine of German soldiers in Kosovo January 12, 2001

Serbia D health UN in Kosovo takes steps to thwart possible ill effects of depleted uranium January 11, 2001

USA E operatingincidenthealthworker U.S. DOE releases Exposure Assessment Report for Paducah enrichment plant workers: up to 400 workers exposed up to 20-fold in excess of standard January 10, 2001

Serbia D health Head of UN Kosovo mission invites NGOs to study health risks of depleted uranium ammunition January 9, 2001

USA U operating IUC requests license amendment to process alternate feed material from Molycorp Site at its White Mesa Mill, Utah January 9, 2001

Serbia D environmental Portuguese probe Kosovo Depleted Uranium sites January 6, 2001

Serbia D health WHO found no increase in leukemia incidence with Kosovo residents January 6, 2001

Serbia D operating First information about depleted uranium use in Southern Serbia January 5, 2001

Montenegro D decommissioning Montenegro to begin decontamination of DU impact site January 5, 2001

Serbia D environmental Preliminary results from UNEP Assessment Team on Depleted Uranium use in Kosovo January 5, 2001

Serbia D health Concerns about leukemias with soldiers who served in the Balkans January 4, 2001

Bosnia and Herzegovina D operating U.S. Department of Defense confirms Depleted Uranium use in Bosnia 1994/1995

operating US DOE's Inspector General criticizes Cold Standby Program at Portsmouth uranium enrichment plant (Ohio) December 31, 2003

USA U decommissioning Former Durango uranium mill site becomes dog park (Colorado) December 25, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC announces receipt of third amendment request for Blended Low-Enriched Uranium Project at NFS Erwin plant (Tennessee) - deadline to request a hearing extended December 24, 2003

Zambia U project Mining lease granted for Lumwana copper project, but plans for uranium by-product recovery abandoned (Zambia) December 22, 2003

USA E decommissioning incident U.S. NRC imposes no civil penalty on Hematite nuclear fuel facility for inadvertent shipment of fuel pellets in scrap metal December 22, 2003

USA E operating incident UF6 leak at Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant entails another plant shutdown (Illinois) December 22, 2003

Brazil E project IAEA wants access to Brazil's uranium enrichment plant December 19, 2003

USA U operating State defers decision on acceptability of Maywood soils at Cotter mill by one year (Colorado) December 19, 2003

USA E decommissioning Report on the security of UF6 at the former Oak Ridge enrichment plant classified (Tennessee) December 18, 2003

Niger U operatingenvironmental Independent radiation surveys at Niger uranium mines obstructed December 18, 2003

Iran E project Iran signs accord allowing unannounced inspections of nuclear facilities December 18, 2003

Namibia U operating Roessing uranium mine to close down by 2007 (Namibia) December 18, 2003

USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC issues Inspection Report and Notice of Violation on recent chemical releases at Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) December 17, 2003

Australia U decommissioning Concern about return of clean-up bond on Nabarlek mine (Australia) December 17, 2003

Canada U decommissioning Report demands federal funding of abandoned uranium mines' cleanup in northern Saskatchewan (Canada) December 16, 2003

USA U decommissioning State to reclaim abandoned Belfield uranium mine (North Dakota) December 16, 2003

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price rises over $14.00 per lb U3O8 December 15, 2003

USA E project LES submits license application for enrichment plant project in Lea County, New Mexico December 15, 2003

Iraq D health No increased cancer incidence in British 1991 Gulf war soldiers December 13, 2003

USA E operating Integrated Safety Analysis (ISA) Summary for NFS' Blended Low-Enrichment Uranium (BLEU) project available (Tennessee) December 13, 2003

Spain U decommissioninghealth Former uranium mill workers file complaint for compensation of health damages (Spain) December 12, 2003

India U project UCIL to start uranium mining at Domiasiat (India) December 10, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U project Kyrgyzstan ratifies IAEA non-proliferation regulations - Kara Balta mill to restart December 8, 2003

USA E operating GAO sees some progress, but still sceptical on DOE's cleanup efforts at Paducah enrichment plant (Kentucky) December 8, 2003

Canada U project Appeals court date set for McClean Lake license case (Saskatchewan) December 5, 2003

India U projectprotest Guerrilla group attacks Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mine project (India) December 3, 2003

Ukraine U projecttrade Ukraine could export natural uranium December 2, 2003

Germany China,cont'l E decommissioningtrade Unused Hanau MOX fuel plant equipment to be sold to China? December 2, 2003

Canada U decommissioning CNSC announces hearings on decommissioning of Rio Algom's Quirke, Panel and Stanleigh Mine Sites (Ontario) December 1, 2003

USA U decommissioning Cleanup of spilled roadside ore planned for Spring 2004, but still no hope for cleanup of Midnite mine site (Washington) November 28, 2003

Iran E project Iran used Urenco centrifuge design November 27, 2003

Iran E project IAEA Board adopts resolution on Iran November 26, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Draft Environmental Impact Statements on depleted uranium hexafluoride conversion facilities for comment November 26, 2003

USA U decommissioning Wyoming DEQ approves restoration of PRI Highland ISL A-Wellfield November 25, 2003

France E project AREVA secures Urenco's gas centrifuge technology and launches new enrichment plant project (France) November 24, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE invites public comment on proposed cleanup approach by natural attenuation for Monticello OU III tailings site (Utah) November 24, 2003

USA E traderegulatory U.S. NRC approves final rule to revise UF6 Transportation Safety Standards November 20, 2003

SCIENCE R health NCRP issues draft report on Extrapolation of Risks from Nonhuman Experimental Systems to Man for comment November 20, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. BLM reserves land for tentative alternative disposal sites of Atlas Moab uranium mill tailings (Utah) November 20, 2003

Canada U project ICUC and Stefania Fortugno named 'Environmental Activists of the Year' (Saskatchewan) November 19, 2003

Canada U operating McArthur River miners exposed to higher radon levels during mine flooding (Saskatchewan) November 19, 2003

USA E operating Converdyn uranium conversion plant resumes operation (Illinois) November 18, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA requests comment on Approaches to an Integrated Framework for Management and Disposal of Low-Activity Radioactive Waste November 18, 2003

Canada U decommissioning CNSC announces hearing on decommissioning of Denison and Stanrock Mine Sites, Elliot Lake, Ontario November 17, 2003

USA France E project U.S. DOE/NNSA amends Record of Decision to allow for the fabrication of MOX fuel lead assemblies in France November 14, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and FONSI to approve the Final Status Survey Plan and Decommissioning Plan for Industrial Waste Landfill 1 at the BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) November 14, 2003

USA U operating Appeals court sends Canon City uranium mill residents case back to district court (Colorado) November 10, 2003

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price rises over $13.00 per lb U3O8 November 10, 2003

Serbia D decommissioning Cleanup of Bratoselce DU impact site in southern Serbia completed November 10, 2003

Kazakhstan U operating New uranium ISL refinery completed in southern Kazakhstan November 7, 2003

Korea, Rep. USA D decommissioning Spent catalyst waste containing DU to be re-imported from Korea to US for disposal November 6, 2003

Czech Rep. U decommissioningeconomy Decommissioning cost of Czech uranium mines close to current price of uranium produced November 6, 2003

Czech Rep. U operating Rozna uranium mine to be shut down by 2005 (Czech Republic) November 6, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC Issues Draft Policy Statement on Environmental Justice for Public Comment - Comment Period extended November 5, 2003

Canada U operating CNSC starts Environmental Assessment on Sue E extension of McClean Lake uranium mine (Saskatchewan) October 30, 2003

Argentina U operating CNEA to present environmental impact study for reopening of San Rafael uranium mine (Argentina) October 30, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC develops approach for reducing or eliminating dual regulation of ground-water protection at in-situ leach uranium facilities October 29, 2003

France E operatingincident ASN cites Comurhex on deficiencies at Pierrelatte conversion plant (France) October 29, 2003

USA U decommissioning Homestake requests 9-year extension of reclamation milestones for Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) October 28, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC considers possession-only license for Jefferson Proving Ground, deferring cleanup of DU munitions test area indefinitely (Indiana) October 28, 2003

Australia U projectindigenous Jabiluka Traditional Owners to celebrate uranium mine site regeneration (Australia) October 28, 2003

USA E operating NRC receives third amendment request for Blended Low-Enriched Uranium Project at NFS Erwin plant (Tennessee) October 24, 2003

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC approves Rabbit Lake license renewal (Saskatchewan) October 24, 2003

Canada U decommissioning CNSC approves dam breaches for flooding of mined out Rabbit Lake mine (Saskatchewan) October 24, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC extends comment period on Utah's proposal to use alternative groundwater protection standards for uranium mills and mill tailings October 24, 2003

Uzbekistan U operating Uzbekistan plans new attempt to raise uranium production by 40% October 23, 2003

Iran E operating Iran agrees to suspend uranium enrichment October 21, 2003

Bosnia and Herzegovina D health Study finds no significant postwar increase in the prevalence of congenital malformations in Mostar (West Herzegovina) October 2003

Ukraine U decommissioning Cleanup of Dniprodzerzhynsk uranium mill tailings stuck by insufficient allocation of funds (Ukraine) October 18, 2003

USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC proposes imposition of $60,000 penalty on Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. for lack of accounting on Strategic Special Nuclear Material (Tennessee) October 17, 2003

USA Germany E operatingtrade U.S. NRC authorizes import of radioactive waste from Germany for uranium extraction and incineration October 16, 2003

USA E tradeincident UF6 truck overturns on highway in southeastern Montana October 16, 2003

USA R regulatoryhealth U.S. EPA updates its assessment of health risks from indoor radon October 16, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact on Ambrosia Lake uranium mill demolition (New Mexico) October 15, 2003

Serbia D decommissioning Cleanup of depleted uranium impact sites in Southern Serbia going on October 14, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioningeconomy Kyrgyzstan urges donors to write off part of its debt in order to address uranium mill tailings problems October 14, 2003

Australia U regulatory Australian Senate Committee releases Inquiry report highlighting serious flaws in uranium industry regulations October 14, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning France intends to assist in reclamation of Mayluu-Su tailings (Kyrgyzstan) October 8, 2003

ICRP R regulatory ICRP releases final report on protection of non-human species from radiation October 8, 2003

SCIENCE R health NRPB study confirms link between leukaemia and radiation exposure October 7, 2003

USA D decommissioning NRC notifies of opportunity to request hearing on Philotechnics' request to double DU counterweight imports from UK to USA for disposal in Texas October 7, 2003

USA U operating U.S. EPA awards $50,000 grant to CCAT over Lincoln Park Superfund Site near Canon City (Colorado) October 7, 2003

USA E project U.S. DOE seeks export license for the transport of plutonium to France, for fabrication into MOX fuel lead test assemblies at Cadarache October 6, 2003

Brazil E project Brazil makes further announcement to begin uranium enrichment shortly October 6, 2003

USA U project URI revives plans to commence production at its Vasquez uranium ISL project (Texas) October 2, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact concerning the proposed Reclamation Plan for the Shootaring Canyon uranium mill (Utah) October 2, 2003

Kazakhstan U project Construction of Zarechnoye uranium ISL mine to begin in 2004 (Kazakhstan) September 30, 2003

Kazakhstan U decommissioningenvironmental Dusting problem at Kazakh Aktau uranium mill tailings remains serious still September 26, 2003

USA U operatingenvironmental Contaminated water seeps around plugged permeable wall at Cotter's Canon City uranium mill site (Colorado) September 25, 2003

Canada U decommissioning Communities demand start of cleanup for abandoned uranium mine sites in Canada September 24, 2003

Serbia D decommissioning DU bullets recovered near Presevo in Southern Serbia September 24, 2003

Afghanistan Iraq D health No elevated levels of uranium in urine of Australian servicemen returned from Afghanistan and Iraq September 24, 2003

USA E project Draft Memorandum of Understanding between U.S. DOE, Oak Ridge Operations, and U.S. NRC on USEC's Lead Centrifuge Enrichment Cascade Facility available September 22, 2003

United Kingdom D operating British army is planning to end the use of depleted uranium tank rounds September 21, 2003

USA E operatingincident Converdyn uranium conversion plant shut down for incidents (Illinois) September 20, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for second license amendment required for BLEU project September 17, 2003

USA U decommissioning Institutional Controls at Bear Creek tailings fail miserably - even before they are relied on (Wyoming) September 17, 2003

USA E trade Further blow for USEC in countervailing duty court case September 16, 2003

USA U operatinglicensing Cotter Corp. applies for license renewal of Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) September 15, 2003

USA D health ATSDR releases Final Health Assessment on Vieques Bombing Range Site (Puerto Rico), finding No Apparent Public Health Hazard September 15, 2003

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium price rises to $12.00 per lb U3O8 September 15, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Reclamation of Kyrgyz uranium mill tailings to start in 2004 September 15, 2003

USA U decommissioningindigenousprotest Ute tribes: Relocation of Atlas Moab tailings to White Mesa unequivocally unacceptable (Utah) September 14, 2003

USA D decommissioning Jackhammers as a sink for depleted uranium? For tests, U.S. DOE prefers tungsten as substitute, though... September 14, 2003

Serbia D health Is beer the source of high home levels of uranium in urine of Swedish soldiers who had served in Kosovo?!? September 12, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE amends the 1999 Record of Decision for the Long-Term Management and Use of Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride September 11, 2003

South Africa U regulatory Draft Radioactive Waste Management Policy And Strategy issued for comment (South Africa) - Comment period extended! September 11, 2003

Argentina U project Further delay ahead for Cerro Solo uranium deposit sell-off (Argentina) September 10, 2003

Canada E operating CNSC to hold hearing on proposed blending circuits at Cameco Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) September 9, 2003

Iran U project Iran gives some details on Saghand uranium mine project September 5, 2003

Iran E project Iran gives some details on Isfahan conversion plant project September 5, 2003

Germany U decommissioning Federal Republic and Saxony sign agreement on reclamation of abandoned Wismut legacy sites (Germany) September 5, 2003

USA E decommissioning Additional Uranium Fuel Pellets Found in Scrap Zirconium Tubes Shipped from Hematite, Missouri, to Recycling Facility in Canada September 4, 2003

USA E decommissioningregulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Decommissioning Guidance for Materials Licensees September 3, 2003

France E operating ASN authorizes capacity increase for MELOX MOX fuel plant, Marcoule (France) September 3, 2003

USA E project LES selects Lea County, New Mexico, for enrichment plant project September 2, 2003

Canada U project CNSC approves Environmental Assessment Guidelines for Cigar Lake uranium mine (Saskatchewan) August 29, 2003

Canada U operating CNSC approves Environmental Assessment Guidelines for McClean Lake uranium mine (Saskatchewan) August 29, 2003

Canada U operating CNSC approves Cigar Lake waste rock disposal in the McClean Lake mining facility's Sue C pit (Saskatchewan) August 29, 2003

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Environmental Review Guidance for Licensing Actions Associated with NMSS Programs (Materials Licenses) August 28, 2003

USA U regulatory Utah proposes to use alternative groundwater protection standards for uranium mills and mill tailings August 27, 2003

USA E project LES abandons Tennessee site for enrichment plant project August 27, 2003

India U project UCIL assures: uranium mining at Domiasiat not to start without local consent (India) August 26, 2003

USA D health ATSDR releases Public Health Consultation finding no public health hazard from depleted uranium exposure at Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (IAAAP), Middletown, Iowa August 25, 2003

Argentina U operatingprotest Chamber of Commerce (!) joins opposition to reopening of the Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) August 25, 2003

India U projectprotest Guerrilla group joins opposition to Lambapur uranium mine project (India) August 25, 2003

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC announces opportunities for hearings on SFC Gore conversion plant Ground Water Monitoring Plan and Ground Water Corrective Action Plan (Oklahoma) August 25, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues final revised Standard Review Plan For In Situ Uranium Extraction License Applications August 25, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues final revised Standard Review Plan for Reclamation Plans for Title II Uranium Mill Tailings Sites August 25, 2003

USA D decommissioning ATSDR Public Health Consultation confirms past DU hazard at former National Lead Colonie facility in Albany (New York) - Comment period extended! PHC now available for download! August 22, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases final report: Radiological Assessments for Clearance of Materials from Nuclear Facilities August 22, 2003

USA E operating Paducah enrichment plant cleanup deal signed - DOE to pay $1 million fine to Kentucky August 21, 2003

Australia U projectenvironmental Mining companies vow not to mine in World Heritage areas August 20, 2003

France U decommissioningincident Judge sends Cogema back before Criminal Court for pollution at old uranium mines in Limoges area (France) August 18, 2003

USA U decommissioningenvironmental High radiation levels from abandoned uranium mines also found in Pryor Mountains near Bighorn Canyon (Montana) August 17, 2003

India U project Political parties worried about Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mine project (India) August 17, 2003

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear again chasing cattle from Church Rock tailings (New Mexico) August 15, 2003

ICRP R environmental ICRP sets up new Task Group on Reference Animals and Plants August 15, 2003

Canada E operating CNSC invites public comment on proposed blending circuits at Cameco Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) August 15, 2003

USA E operating Seven members quit Citizens Advisory Board at Paducah enrichment plant (Kentucky) August 15, 2003

Australia U project ERA begins backfilling of Jabiluka mine (Australia) August 13, 2003

USA U decommissioning EPA deletes parts of Monticello Mill Tailings site from National Priorities (Superfund) List (Utah) August 13, 2003

USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC cites BWXT for inoperable criticality monitors in Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) August 11, 2003

Canada U decommissioningprotest ICUC opposes proposed flooding of mined out Rabbit Lake mine (Saskatchewan) August 11, 2003

USA E project LES considers site in Lea County, New Mexico, for enrichment plant project August 8, 2003

India U project Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mining project will affect reserve forest and tiger reserve (India) August 7, 2003

Netherlands E operating Further capacity increase planned for Urenco's Almelo enrichment plant (The Netherlands) August 6, 2003

Germany E decommissioning First section of decommissioned former RBU Hanau nuclear fuel plant site released for general use (Germany) August 5, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC licenses the proposed changes to the Reclamation Plan for Pathfinder Mines Corp. Shirley Basin uranium mill site (Wyoming) August 1, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC changes Ambrosia Lake license from standby to possession-only (New Mexico) August 1, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Russia, U.S. to help Kyrgyzstan repair uranium tailings dump August 1, 2003

India U projectprotest NGOs mobilizing against Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mining project (India) August 1, 2003

Australia U project Northern Territory Government signs off Jabiluka clean-up (Australia) August 1, 2003

USA U operatingincident State cites Cotter for more violations at Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) July 31, 2003

Canada U regulatory Canada to Align Environmental Assessment Regulations with its Nuclear Legislation July 31, 2003

USA E project Cadarache MOX fuel factory closed; concerns about possible future use for U.S. plutonium disposition program (France) July 31, 2003

USA Canada E tradeincident Inadvertent shipment of nuclear fuel pellets in 'empty' zirconium tubes (Missouri/Ontario) July 31, 2003

USA E project USEC ahead of schedule with centrifuge enrichment demonstration project (Ohio) July 30, 2003

India U project Uranium mining sets off alarm bells in Andhra Pradesh (India) July 30, 2003

USA U decommissioning Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Siginificant Impact documents available for New Rifle, Colorado, UMTRA Ground Water Project Site July 29, 2003

USA U operatingincident Solution freeboard limit exceeded in IUC's White Mesa Mill tailings disposal cell #3 (Utah) July 28, 2003

Iraq D operating IAEA confirms: Iraq was developing DU weapons July 28, 2003

USA E operating NFS receives first shipment of highly enriched uranium for downblending (Tennessee) July 25, 2003

Germany E operatingincident Security guards at Gronau enrichment plant on strike (Germany) July 25, 2003

SCIENCE R health NRPB dismisses ECRR radiation risk report July 24, 2003

India U project Meghalaya State Government to install committee on Domiasiat uranium project (India) July 24, 2003

USA U operating No excess plutonium in Canon City soil samples (Colorado) July 24, 2003

France E operatingincident Violation of criticality rule at FBFC nuclear fuel fabrication plant, Romans-sur-Isere (France) July 22, 2003

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. DOE revises List of Facilities covered by Worker Compensation July 21, 2003

USA E healthworker Judge rejects Paducah workers' recycled uranium exposure claims (Kentucky) July 16, 2003

Iraq D operating Second partial disclosure of amount of DU used in Iraq July 14, 2003

Serbia D environmental No widespread DU contamination found in the Balkan area with lichens as biomonitors July 14, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Uzbekistan to participate in reclamation of Maylii-Su tailings (Kyrgyzstan) July 11, 2003

India U operating Nuclear power plant at Jaduguda (India)? July 9, 2003

Australia U projectindigenous Traditional Owners negotiating agreement to shelve Jabiluka uranium mine project (Australia) July 9, 2003

SCIENCE D environmental UK NERC issues Science Announcement of Opportunity for research programme on DU transport mechanisms in the environment July 7, 2003

USA E operating NFS receives first of three license amendments required for BLEU project (Tennessee) July 7, 2003

Australia U operating South Australia EPA issues tender for review of the environmental impacts of the In-situ acid leach mining process July 2, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning European researchers present investigation results on Kyrgyz tailings June 30, 2003

Iraq D operating Dan Fahey presents assessment of Depleted Uranium Use in the 2003

Iraq War June 23, 2003

Canada U project Province and Northerners join McClean Lake Appeal (Saskatchewan) June 18, 2003

USA D decommissioningtrade Philotechnics to double DU counterweight imports from UK for disposal in Texas June 17, 2003

Portugal U decommissioninghealth Epidemiological study to be performed among residents of the Urgeirica uranium sites (Portugal) June 16, 2003

Portugal U decommissioningeconomy Cleanup of uranium sites at Urgeirica may be postponed for lack of funds (Portugal) June 16, 2003

Kuwait D health IAEA investigation finds DU no threat in Kuwait June 13, 2003

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC releases draft guidance on applying backfit requirements to fuel cycle facilities for comment June 11, 2003

USA D decommissioning Savannah River Site completes depleted uranium metal shipments to Utah disposal site June 10, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. Forest Service closes access to abandoned Juniper uranium mine site (California) June 10, 2003

India U projectprotest More opposition to Domiasiat uranium mine project (India) June 8, 2003

USA U operatingincident Texas Commission on Environmental Quality considers Agreed Order imposing $41,500 penalty with $40,900 deferred on violations at Hobson ISL June 6, 2003

Tajikistan U decommissioning Tadjikistan to extract residual uranium from Kyrgyz tailings? June 5, 2003

Portugal U decommissioning Environmentalists call for start of cleanup at Urgeirica (Portugal) June 5, 2003

USA U decommissioning Bighorn Canyon to clean up exploratory uranium mines (Wyoming/Montana) June 4, 2003

India U project Open-cast uranium mining in Meghalaya likely (India) June 4, 2003

USA U operatingregulatory Governor signs bill imposing additional requirements on Cotter Corp. for Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) June 3, 2003

USA E operating U.S. DOE Announces New Contract Opportunities for Cleanup Work at Paducah and Portsmouth Sites June 3, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE amends rule on Reimbursement for Costs of Remedial Action at Active Uranium and Thorium Processing Sites June 3, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE issues Draft Environmental Assessment Document for New Rifle, Colorado, UMTRA Ground Water Project Site for Public Comment June 2, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE issues Floodplain/Wetlands Statement of Findings for Interim Action at Atlas Moab tailings site May 23, 2003

India U projectprotest Key ally of ruling party opposes uranium exploration moves in Domiasiat (India) May 22, 2003

USA E operating HEU downblending starts at Savannah River Site (South Carolina) May 22, 2003

India U project State government to issue mining license for Lambapur-Peddagattu project (India) May 22, 2003

India U operating Committee finds no problems in Jaduguda (India) May 22, 2003

Netherlands E tradeincident UF6 truck crashes on A1 in the Netherlands May 21, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Notice of Request for Certificate Renewal and Opportunity for Comment: Paducah and Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plants May 20, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE issues Notice of Intent To Release Information About Uranium Mines and Properties in the United States to Other Federal Agencies May 19, 2003

Iraq D operating First partial disclosure of amount of DU used in Iraq in 2003

Gulf War May 15, 2003

France E decommissioning License terminated for FBFC Pierrelatte nuclear fuel plant (France) May 15, 2003

USA U decommissioning Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issues Agreed Order imposing penalty on violations at Hobson ISL mine May 14, 2003

Estonia U decommissioning First phase of cleanup completed at Sillamaee tailings pond (Estonia) May 9 , 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC announces Finding of No Significant Impact and availability of the Environmental Assessment regarding the proposed changes to the Reclamation Plan for Pathfinder Mines Corp. Shirley Basin uranium mill site (Wyoming) May 9, 2003

Canada U operating Saskatchewan Environment invites comment on EIS for the Cigar Lake waste rock disposal in the McClean Lake mining facility's Sue C pit May 8, 2003

USA U operatingregulatory Colorado State parliament approves bill imposing additional requirements on Cotter Corp.'s Canon City uranium mill May 7, 2003

USA E operatinglicensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and FONSI for License Renewal of Framatome ANP Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) May 7, 2003

India U projectprotestindigenous Tribal opposition blocks Domiasiat uranium mining project in northeast India May 5, 2003

United Kingdom D operatingprotest 80 protest outside Dundrennan firing range at DU tests (Scotland) May 3, 2003

USA E project U.S. NRC issues revised draft Safety Evaluation Report on proposed MOX facility (South Carolina) May 2, 2003

USA E operating U.S. DOE issues Draft Environmental Assessment Addendum for Disposition of Additional Waste at the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (Kentucky) April 30, 2003

USA E project USEC ends funding of research on SILEX enrichment process and focuses on centrifuge technology April 30, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC: NFS continues Blended Low-Enrichment Uranium (BLEU) project construction at its own risk (Tennessee) April 29, 2003

USA D decommissioningtrade U.S. DOE releases transportation plan for upcoming depleted uranium hexafluoride shipments to planned conversion plant April 29, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE informs the public of the change in the approach for the NEPA review for the DUF6 conversion projects April 28, 2003

Canada U operating CNSC announces hearing on EA Guidelines for new license of McClean Lake mine (Saskatchewan) April 25, 2003

Iraq D health British soldiers returning from Iraq offered DU tests April 25, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact on proposed removal of contaminated soil from Nuclear Fuel Services Erwin (Tennessee) plant April 24, 2003

Iraq D operating UK Royal Society calls on coalition forces to reveal where DU has been used in Iraq April 24, 2003

Iraq D environmental UNEP releases desk study on environment in postwar Iraq April 24, 2003

Iraq D decommissioning UK MoD to aid Iraq DU removal April 23, 2003

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Mailii-Su uranium mill tailings threatened by landslide (Kyrgyzstan) April 23, 2003

USA U decommissioning Final EA and FONSI Documents Available for UMTRA Ground Water Project Site at Naturita, Colorado April 23, 2003

India E operating Hyderabad Nuclear Fuel Complex resumes operation after Nov. 2002 blast (India) April 22, 2003

USA U operating U.S. Appeals Court overturns award won in 2001 by residents of Cotter's Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) April 22, 2003

Japan E operating Sumitomo says JCO to cease uranium reprocessing operations in Tokaimura (Japan) April 18, 2003

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Rio Tinto confirms commitment to respect aboriginal opposition to Jabiluka mine project (Australia) April 17, 2003

Iraq D decommissioning UK Royal Society calls for cleanup of depleted uranium munitions in Iraq April 15, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE reduces number of Alternative Disposal Sites considered for Atlas Moab tailings (Utah) April 15, 2003

USA U decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. GAO: funding once more may be inadequate for radiation exposure compensation program April 15, 2003

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC announces opportunity for hearing re reclamation plan for Gore conversion plant (Oklahoma) April 15, 2003

Iraq D decommissioning US rejects Iraq depleted uranium clean-up April 14, 2003

Canada U operating CNSC announces hearing on Environmental Assessment Screening Report for the Cigar Lake waste rock disposal in the McClean Lake mining facility's Sue C pit (Saskatchewan) April 14, 2003

USA U regulatoryeconomy U.S. House approves legislation comprising $30 million grant for uranium mining industry April 11, 2003

Canada U project CNSC announces hearing on Environmental Assessment Guidelines for the proposed construction of the Cigar Lake uranium mine (Saskatchewan) April 11, 2003

Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC announces hearing on license renewal for Rabbit Lake mine (Saskatchewan) April 11, 2003

USA E tradeincident Truck with uranium hexafluoride cylinders wrecked in accident (Tennessee) April 10, 2003

USA E project U.S. NRC announces opportunity for hearing re USEC's Centrifuge License Application April 9, 2003

Russia (Asian part) E operating Capacity increase at TVEL Elektrostal nuclear fuel plant (Russia) April 8, 2003

Canada U operating McArthur River mine shut after water inflow (Saskatchewan) April 7, 2003

Iraq D environmental UNEP recommends studies of depleted uranium in Iraq April 6, 2003

Canada U decommissioning Saskatchewan demands federal commitment for cleanup of abandoned uranium mine sites April 4, 2003

Iraq D operatingprotest IPPNW calls for halt of DU ammunition use in Iraq April 4, 2003

USA E operatinglicensing NRC to issue License Renewal for Framatome ANP Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) April 2, 2003

Iraq Serbia D health Study results available on chromosome aberrations found in Gulf and Balkans Wars' veterans March 31, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC terminates Green Mountain Ion-Exchange Site license (Wyoming) March 27, 2003

USA D decommissioninghealth Bill introduced in U.S. House to study DU weapons' health and environmental effects and to require cleanup of DU-contaminated sites in the U.S. March 27, 2003

Australia U operating South Australia to assess environmental impact of acid in-situ leach uranium mining March 27, 2003

Germany E operatingprotest 6700 objections filed against Gronau enrichment plant extension March 26, 2003

Iraq D health Australian Gulf War Veterans' Health Study finds no DU link March 26, 2003

USA E trade U.S. Federal Court rescinds DOC charges against Eurodif and Urenco in dumping case March 25, 2003

Bosnia and Herzegovina D environmental Low-level DU contamination found in Bosnia and Herzegovina, UNEP calls for precaution March 25, 2003

USA E project U.S. NRC staff position on LES White Papers re centrifuge enrichment plant project policies March 24, 2003

Australia U project Financing of Honeymoon uranium in-situ leach mine project still unclear (South Australia) March 21, 2003

USA E decommissioning Reclamation Plan for Sequoyah Fuels Corp. Gore uranium conversion plant available (Oklahoma) March 17, 2003

Argentina U decommissioning Reclamation work starts on Malarguee uranium mill tailings (Argentina) March 17, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC Accepts USEC's Centrifuge License Application For Technical Review March 14, 2003

USA U decommissioning Texas Commission on Environmental Quality proposes penalty on violations at Hobson uranium in-situ leach facility March 14, 2003

USA D health U.S. DOD Briefing on Depleted Uranium Weapons: No Health Risk March 14, 2003

Kuwait D operating British troops start test-firing DU munitions in Kuwait March 14, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Final Environmental Assessment and FONSI Documents for Slick Rock, Colorado, UMTRA Ground Water Project March 13, 2003

USA E operating U.S. DOE issues Final Environmental Assessment and FONSI for Paducah Waste Disposition (Kentucky) March 11, 2003

USA D health New Report by Dan Fahey analyzes 'Facts, Myths and Propaganda In the Debate Over Depleted Uranium Weapons' March 11, 2003

Namibia U operating Roessing mine considering early close down (Namibia) March 10, 2003

USA E project Cameco withdraws from LES enrichment plant project (Tennessee) March 10, 2003

USA U decommissioning Western Nuclear files new groundwater modeling results in support of proposal to prohibit groundwater use (!) rather than prevent contaminant plume dispersion at Split Rock uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) March 7, 2003

USA U operating Colorado State Health Department seeks additional public comment on Maywood soils Environmental Assessment Report for Canon City uranium mill March 7, 2003

USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker U.S. HHS issues revised Proposed Rule describing procedure for designating additional classes of employees for eligibility for DOE worker compensation - Comment Period has been extended March 7, 2003

USA U decommissioning Pathfinder requests 2-year delay for completion of Lucky Mc uranium tailings covers (Wyoming) March 4, 2003

USA U decommissioning Pathfinder requests 2-year delay for completion of Shirley Basin uranium tailings covers (Wyoming) March 4, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC staff intends to allow indefinite delay of decommissioning of Jefferson Proving Ground DU munitions test area (Indiana) March 3, 2003

USA R regulatory U.S. FDA adopts uranium standard of 30 micrograms per liter for bottled water March 3, 2003

Japan E operatingincident Six sentenced over 1999 JCO Tokai criticality accident (Japan) March 3, 2003

USA E regulatory U.S. DOE releases Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment on plan for management of reusable uranium February 28, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Request for comments on the scope of the proposed rulemaking on the control of slightly radioactive solid materials February 28, 2003

USA D environmental U.S. EPA raises concerns over DU munitions use at China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station (California) February 28, 2003

United Kingdom D operating New tests planned on environmental impacts of DU shells fired into Solway Firth (Scotland) February 27, 2003

Canada U decommissioning Agreement reached on assessment of impacts from Port Radium mine tailings (Canada) February 26, 2003

USA U regulatory U.S. Court Upholds EPA Drinking Water Standards February 26, 2003

USA U project U.S. NRC issues notice on proposed Gas Hills uranium in-situ leach project (Wyoming) February 26, 2003

India U project India tests new method to extract uranium from sea water February 25, 2003

Iran E project Iran has centrifuges for uranium enrichment February 23, 2003

France E operatingincident Violation of criticality rule at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) February 21, 2003

USA E operatingincident Small fire in the feed hopper of the solid waste uranium recovery incinerator at Framatome ANP Richland, WA, nuclear fuel plant February 20, 2003

USA U decommissioning Draft Environmental Assessment Document for Naturita, Colorado, UMTRA Ground Water Project Site Available for Public Comment: No further remedial action February 20, 2003

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear chasing cattle... (New Mexico) February 19, 2003

Netherlands D health Study finds no excess uranium in care providers involved in 1992 Amsterdam plane crash (Netherlands) February 19, 2003

India U project UCIL has applied for grant of mining lease for their Lambapur-Peddagattu project (Andhra Pradesh, India) February 18, 2003

USA E project U.S. NRC issues draft Environmental Impact Statement for MOX fabrication plant for comment (South Carolina) - comment period extended February 14, 2003

Canada U regulatory Saskatchewan and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announce signing of agreement February 14, 2003

Argentina U project Mining to restart at Sierra Pintada uranium deposit (Argentina) February 13, 2003

USA E project USEC Files Application with U.S. NRC to License Centrifuge Enrichment Demonstration Facility February 12, 2003

European Union D regulatory European Parliament debate and resolution on unexploded ordnance and depleted uranium ammunition February 12, 2003

Iran U project Iran announces development of first uranium mine February 9, 2003

Iran E project Iran announces construction of nuclear fuel cycle facilities February 9, 2003

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC to authorize decommissioning of depleted uranium munitions test area at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida February 3, 2003

USA D decommissioning Regulatory issues of DU use in civilian products January 31, 2003

USA E decommissioning Reclamation Plan for Sequoyah Fuels Corp. Gore uranium conversion plant available (Oklahoma) January 31, 2003

UNITED NATIONS R regulatory WHO weakens drinking water standard for uranium January 31, 2003

USA U regulatory Final Revision of U.S. NRC Procedure for Termination of Uranium Milling Licenses in Agreement States available January 27, 2003

Germany E operating Start of two month period to raise objections against Gronau enrichment plant extension (Germany) January 27, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve relaxed requirements for reclamation of Pathfinder Mines Corp. Shirley Basin uranium mill site (Wyoming) January 24, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC announces opportunity to request hearing on Ambrosia Lake mill demolition plan (New Mexico) January 24, 2003

USA D health U.S. ATSDR releases Public Health Assessment on Eglin Air Force Base, Florida: No hazard from depleted munitions test area January 23, 2003

USA U regulatory Wyoming drops requirement to restore groundwater to pre-mining conditions after uranium in-situ leaching January 17, 2003

France E operatingincident Elevated radiation found near MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) January 16, 2003

Germany U decommissioning Saxony contracts Wismut GmbH for reclamation of Johanngeorgenstadt uranium legacy sites (Germany) January 14, 2003

USA D operating U.S. Navy confirms Pacific arms tests use depleted uranium January 9, 2003

France E operating Public Inquiry into extension of MELOX MOX fuel plant set to begin (France) January 8, 2003

USA E operating U.S. NRC announces opportunity for hearing on Blended Low-Enrichment Uranium (BLEU) project (Tennessee) January 3, 2003

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Request to terminate the license for the Green Mountain Ion-Exchange Site, Wyoming January 3, 2003

USA U operating U.S. EPA contradicting State: radioactive waste shipments to Canon City mill unacceptable (Colorado) January 3, 2003

USA U operating State lifts Cotter Corp's Canon City uranium mill suspension to accept radioactive waste (Colorado)

CNSC approves license renewal for GE Canada Inc. Toronto nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) December 30, 2005

Canada E operating licensing CNSC approves license renewal for GE Canada Inc. Peterborough nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) December 30, 2005

USA E operating licensing Westinghouse Electric Co requests 20-year license renewal for Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) December 29, 2005

France Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Director of Tomsk enrichment plant alleges, Greenpeace blockade of depleted uranium export to Russia at Le Havre (France) was initiated and paid for by competitors of Russian enrichment facilities(!) December 28, 2005

Russia (Asian part) D operating Russia could expand re-enrichment of foreign depleted uranium tails December 28, 2005

USA E project economy Significant cost rise for DCS' South Carolina MOX fuel fabrication plant, says U.S. DOE's Inspector General December 23, 2005

Kazakhstan China,cont'l U trade Kazakhstan exporting uranium to China since 2001 December 23, 2005

USA E decommissioning regulatory worker health U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issues Interim Final Rule with Request for Comments on amendments to procedures for designating classes of employees as members of the Special Exposure Cohort under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000 - Comment period extended December 22, 2005

India U project Indian Government announces plan to construct Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mine December 22, 2005

India U project health Medical team finds no health effects from former uranium exploration at Domiasiat (India) December 21, 2005

India U project Hearing held on Mahuldih uranium mine project / University teachers join campaign (India) December 20, 2005

Germany U decommissioning Wismut to drive dewatering tunnel to continue flooding of Dresden-Gittersee mine (Germany) December 19, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 36.00 per lb U3O8 December 16, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE applies for DOT exemption for transport of Moab tailings December 16, 2005

USA U project Ur-Energy Inc. releases Environmental and Social Due Diligence Report for its Lost Soldier and Lost Creek ISL projects in Wyoming December 15, 2005

Canada U operating Cameco releases Revised Environmental Assessment Study Report for Proposed Production Increase at McArthur River mine and Key Lake mill (Saskatchewan) December 15, 2005

Namibia U operating Rio Tinto approves extension of Roessing mine life to 2016 (Namibia) December 15, 2005

Serbia D decommissioning Cleanup of Borovac DU impact site in Southern Serbia completed December 13, 2005

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Kyrgyzstan asks World Bank to speed up work on tailings dumps reclamation at Maili-Suu December 12, 2005

Canada U operating licensing CNSC approves mining license for McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) December 9, 2005

Canada U decommissioning CNSC renews Rio Algom's license for its Elliot Lake tailings (Ontario) December 9, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment on proposed release of Transonic Range at Aberdeen Proving Ground for unrestricted use (Maryland) December 7, 2005

France Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Greenpeace tries to block entry of depleted uranium shipment from France into St Petersburg port (Russia) December 7, 2005

Australia U operating corporate economy Discount sell-off of 25% stake in Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) raises concern re unsufficient Ranger mine decommissioning trust fund December 6, 2005

India U project New uranium deposits discovered in central India December 5, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U operating corporate economy Areva/Cogema plans to invest Euro 500 - 600 million to double uranium mining output (from 6125 t U in 2004) by 2010 (Les Echos) December 5, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC demands re-installation of monitoring wells at Durita uranium mill site (Colorado) December 2, 2005

Canada E operating corporate Cameco acquiring Zircatec Precision Industries December 2, 2005

Canada U decommissioning CNSC exempts abandoned Indore Idle Mine site in the Northwest Territories from licensing in spite of safety risks (Canada) December 1, 2005

France Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Greenpeace blocks depleted uranium export to Russia at Le Havre (France) December 1, 2005

United Kingdom D decommissioning Cogema to supply Urenco Capenhurst with a tails deconversion plant (United Kingdom) November 30, 2005

United Kingdom E operating Urenco Capenhurst seeks approval for enrichment of recycled uranium and for higher enrichment levels (United Kingdom) November 30, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 35.00 per lb U3O8 November 30, 2005

Belgium E decommissioning Belgonucleaire SA Dessel MOX fuel plant to close in 2006 (Belgium) November 22, 2005

Niger U operating environment Areva/Cogema receives rather poor rating for environmental issues at Niger uranium mines November 21, 2005

Australia U operating Public comment invited on Draft Guidelines/Issues Paper for Olympic Dam expansion Environmental Impact Statement (South Australia) - planned uranium output up to 30,000 t/a November 18, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 34.00 per lb U3O8 November 18, 2005

Niger U operating health Cogema launches health study at uranium mine sites in Niger November 17, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOI issues land order securing land for relocation of Moab tailings (Utah) November 15, 2005

Argentina E operating environment U.S. EPA study confirms elevated uranium concentrations in well water near Ezeiza nuclear center (Argentina) November 12, 2005

USA U project Uranium Cafe in Grants, New Mexico, to reopen November 9, 2005

Australia U operating Potential for 1000 MW of renewable geothermal power at Olympic Dam (Australia) November 8, 2005

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC releases Interim Staff Guidance Document for Fuel Cycle Facilities on Natural Phenomena Hazards November 8, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. Congress asked to order independent study on phosgene gas hazard in DOE's depleted uranium cylinders November 7, 2005

USA E operating U.S. DOE to release 20 Metric Tons of Highly Enriched Uranium for Downblending November 7, 2005

Iraq D health New test finds no depleted uranium in urine of British Gulf War veterans November 7, 2005

USA U operating economy Cotter Corp. closes 6 uranium mines due to poor economics (Colorado) November 5, 2005

USA U operating economy Cotter Corp. lays off most of its Canon City mill workers due to poor economics (Colorado) November 5, 2005

Canada U regulatory Canada's Nuclear Waste Management Organization believes uranium mining province Saskatchewan has 'responsibility' to take back spent nuclear fuel November 3, 2005

Malawi U project Human Rights organization requests to address environmental concerns regarding Kayelekera uranium mine project (Malawi) November 3, 2005

Germany E operating corporate Urenco Deutschland receives German 'Ethics in Business' award November 2, 2005

USA U operating Utah DEQ seeks comment on proposed processing of Fansteel residues as alternate feed at White Mesa mill - comment period extended - November 2, 2005

USA U project U.S. EPA is seeking comment on possible Indian country status of the land to be used for the Churchrock uranium in-situ leach mine (New Mexico) November 2, 2005

USA U decommissioning Wyoming DEQ approves groundwater restoration performed at Irigaray ISL site November 1, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues operating license for International Isotopes Inc. Fluorine Extraction Process (FEP) production plant project, Idaho, USA October 31, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE plans new uranium mill tailings deposit near Maybell, Colorado October 28, 2005

Australia U operating incident ERA fined over Ranger mine safety breach (Australia) October 28, 2005

USA U decommissioning regulatory worker health 'Post-71' uranium miners accuse U.S. federal government of withholding study recommending compensation October 27, 2005

Australia U operating Ranger uranium mill life to be extended by three years (Australia) October 27, 2005

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Regulatory Guide on criticality safety standards for nuclear fuel facilities October 26, 2005

Australia U operating protest Protest on expansion of Olympic Dam mine groundwater use (Australia) October 26, 2005

India U projectprotest Demonstration in Nalgonda against Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium mine project (Andhra Pradesh, India) October 25, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC approves burial of tanks that served as depleted uranium targets at Nellis Range, Nevada October 25, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE's depleted uranium cylinders corroding from phosgene gas? October 25, 2005

Namibia U project Paladin successfully raises capital necessary for development of Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) October 21, 2005

USA U decommissioning Residents worried about proposed relaxation of groundwater standards at Homestake Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) October 20, 2005

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on revised draft Interim Staff Guidance ISG-10 for fuel cycle facilities October 18, 2005

Nigeria U project Uranium deposits discovered in six Nigerian states October 18, 2005

Australia China,cont'l U project China wants to explore for uranium in Australia October 17, 2005

USA E project Groundbreaking ceremony held for DCS MOX fuel fabrication plant (South Carolina) October 14, 2005

France U decommissioning environmental Criminal Court of Limoges clears Cogema of pollution charges at former mine sites in France October 14, 2005

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear intends to inject alkalinity into aquifer to improve groundwater restoration at Church Rock uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) October 12, 2005

Australia U project South Australia's ALP blocks new uranium mines in the State October 9, 2005

Kazakhstan U project Ulba Metallurgical Plant starts downblending of weapons-grade uranium (Kazakhstan) October 8, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 33.00 per lb U3O8 October 7, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC invites comment on license renewal for Earth Sciences' idle Calgary uranium recovery plant (Alberta) October 6, 2005

USA D decommissioning Removal of radioactive material and depleted uranium barrels from Starmet Superfund site begins (Massachusetts) October 4, 2005

USA U decommissioning regulatory worker health U.S. GAO: Radiation Exposure Compensation payments improving October 2, 2005

Namibia U operating Roessing plans to extend mine life by 12 years (Namibia) October 1, 2005

Algeria U project Ministry of Energy and Mining holds symposium on uranium resources in Algeria October 1, 2005

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear applies for new radium groundwater standard at Church Rock uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) September 30, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA invites comment on proposed cleanup plan for Midnite uranium mine (Washington) September 30, 2005

South Africa U project Aflease prepares construction of uranium processing plant at Dominion Reefs mine (South Africa) September 30, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 32.00 per lb U3O8 September 30, 2005

India U project District Council forms committee to study proposed uranium mining in Domiasiat (Meghalaya, India) September 28, 2005

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Reclamation of Zharkent uranium mine to start in 2006 (Kazakhstan) September 27, 2005

Germany U corporate AREVA group acquires 21.1% stake in German wind turbine manufacturer REpower September 27, 2005

USA E trade incident Uranium container falls off truck at Richland (Washington) September 26, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 31.00 per lb U3O8 September 23, 2005

Canada E operating Cameco abandons Slightly Enriched Uranium (SEU) blending project at Port Hope (Ontario) due to public concerns September 23, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on updates to Decommissioning Guidance September 23, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U E decommissioning Areva/Cogema sees 'moral obligation' for uranium mining countries to take back spent fuel September 23, 2005

Spain U decommissioning health worker Parliament demands medical tests for former Andujar uranium mill workers (Spain) September 22, 2005

Namibia U projectprotest Protests at groundbreaking ceremony for Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) September 15, 2005

Kazakhstan U project Munkuduk ISL project to start uranium production in 2006 (Kazakhstan) September 14, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE signs Decision to move Moab tailings (Utah) September 14, 2005

Australia U regulatory Australian uranium industry regulations revised September 9, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC invites public comment on draft guidelines for the proposed Rabbit Lake Solution Processing project (Saskatchewan) September 9, 2005

Afghanistan U operating Illegal uranium mining in Afghanistan unabated September 9, 2005

Czech Rep. U operating Uranium mining in Rozna might once more be extended (Czech Republic) September 9, 2005

USA U operating health ATSDR releases report about lead exposure in Lincoln Park (Canon City) for public review and comment (Colorado) September 8, 2005

USA E project licensing DCS' request for MOX fuel fabrication facility license delayed (South Carolina) September 7, 2005

Canada U decommissioning Report into former Port Radium uranium mine recommends immediate remediation (Canada) September 6, 2005

Brazil E project Startup of Resende enrichment plant deferred until 2006 (Brazil) September 5, 2005

USA U regulatoryindigenousprotest Navajos receive New Mexico Environmental Award for banning uranium mining September 5, 2005

China,cont'l Australia U trade China refuses to commit to IAEA inspections of its nuclear power facilities as a condition of buying uranium from Australia September 2, 2005

Kazakhstan U project Inkay uranium ISL project receives first construction permit (Kazakhstan) September 1, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC releases draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed American Centrifuge Plant in Piketon, Ohio, for comment September 1, 2005

USA U project Strathmore commissions documentation required for development of Churchrock mine (New Mexico) September 1, 2005

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. NRC approves relaxed groundwater standards for Pathfinder Shirley Basin uranium tailings site (Wyoming) September 1, 2005

India U project Jharkhand state Pollution Control Board sides with Mahuldiha residents on uranium mine project (India) August 31, 2005

India U projectprotest Residents keep Pollution Control Board from holding hearing on proposed Moulding uranium mine project (India) August 29, 2005

Japan U decommissioning Work begins to ship uranium-contaminated soil from former Ningyo-Toge uranium mine (Japan) to U.S. for disposal August 29, 2005

India U operating worker protest Miners stage strike inside Jaduguda mine (India) August 27, 2005

USA E decommissioning incident U.S. NRC staff proposes $16,250 fine against Westinghouse for safety violations at shutdown Hematite fuel facility (Missouri) August 26, 2005

India U project State government in favor of uranium mining at Domiasiat (India) August 25, 2005

Canada E operating CNSC invites public comment on draft EA guidelines for production increase at Cameco's Blind River Refinery (Ontario) August 25, 2005

Kazakhstan U project Construction of Zarechnoye in-situ leach mine project delayed (Kazakhstan) August 23, 2005

Australia U operating trade Anglican Church's investment fund in Australia removes ban on uranium mining shares August 23, 2005

Australia U operating BHP Billiton commences environmental assessment of proposed expansion at Olympic Dam mine (South Australia) August 19, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade TradeTech uranium spot price reaches US$ 30.00 per lb U3O8 August 19, 2005

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC approves SFC Gore conversion plant GroundWater Monitoring Plan (Oklahoma) August 19, 2005

China,cont'l U operating protest Activist disappeared after reporting contamination from uranium mine (China) / Call for action August 19, 2005

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Rising groundwater level increases hazard from Aktau uranium tailings (Kazakhstan) August 18, 2005

Canada China,cont'l U trade Canada has no objections to uranium exports to China August 15, 2005

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear chasing horse during inspection of reclaimed Church Rock uranium mill tailings, this time... (New Mexico) August 15, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC Atomic Safety and Licensing Board approves Settlement Agreement between LES and New Mexico limiting depleted uranium storage at proposed Lea County enrichment plant site (New Mexico) August 12, 2005

Canada U decommissioninghealthworkerindigenous Uranium exposure insufficient to cause cancer in Deline workers (Port Radium, Northwest Territories, Canada) August 12, 2005

Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protest action held in Ekaterinburg against import of depleted uranium tails from Western Europe to Russia August 11, 2005

Kazakhstan U project In-situ leaching at Korsan deposit to begin in 2009 (Kazakhstan) August 10, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA proposes 1 million year radiation standard for HOW deposit - a precedent for uranium mill tailings standards? August 9, 2005

Australia China,cont'l U traderegulatory Australia to begin formal negotiations on uranium exports to China August 9, 2005

Iran E operating Iran resumes uranium conversion at Isfahan facility August 8, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve burial of tanks that served as depleted uranium targets at Nellis Range, Nevada August 5, 2005

Australia U project Federal Government overrules Northern Territory ban on new uranium mines (Australia) August 4, 2005

Canada E operating CNSC announces hearing on EA Screening Report - Proposal for Blending Slightly Enriched Uranium (SEU) at Port Hope (Ontario) - date revised August 3, 2005

Canada U decommissioning Federal Government provides funding for Port Radium mine cleanup (Canada) August 2, 2005

Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Ecodefense calls for end of import of depleted uranium tails from Western Europe to Russia, releases detailed report on re-enrichment business August 2, 2005

Serbia D health GSF releases report on health hazards from depleted uranium munitions in the Balkans July 31, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC staff proposes to approve relaxed groundwater standards for Pathfinder Shirley Basin uranium tailings site with additional conditions (Wyoming) July 31, 2005

Namibia U project Paladin Resources Ltd publishes final Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine environmental assessment report - after obtaining the mining licence (Namibia) July 31, 2005

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Information Notice on Inadequate criticality safety analysis of ventilation systems at fuel cycle facilities July 29, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. Forest Service releases cleanup plan for abandoned Juniper uranium mine (California) July 27, 2005

Namibia U project licensing Mining licence approved for Langer Heinrich uranium mine project, Namibia July 27, 2005

USA E decommissioning Missouri Department of Natural Resources invites comment on Consent Decree with Westinghouse on Hematite fuel plant cleanup July 26, 2005

Canada R health worker CNSC releases Newfoundland Fluorspar Miners' Health Study July 25, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Final EIS for relocation of Moab, Utah, uranium mill tailings July 25, 2005

Australia U operating Ranger Mine closure to cost A$176 million, of which only A$65 million covered by guarantee (Australia) July 22, 2005

USA U decommissioning Hazard cleanup at abandoned uranium mines in Harding County may cost $20 million (South Dakota) July 21, 2005

SCIENCE R Sensitive method allows for chemical speciation analysis of uranium in drinking water July 21, 2005

Canada U operating licensing CNSC approves initial surface construction activities at McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) July 21, 2005

Iraq D health Sandia releases study on health effects of DU exposure during 1991 Gulf War July 21, 2005

Portugal U decommissioning Reclamation programme for Urgeirica uranium mines presented (Portugal) July 20, 2005

USA U project U.S. NRC judges tighten groundwater cleanup standard for uranium at Crownpoint ISL project (New Mexico) July 20, 2005

India U projectindigenousprotest Tribal council leader opposes uranium mining at Domiasiat (India) July 20, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. Army withdraws request for possession-only license for Jefferson Proving Ground DU munitions test area (Indiana) July 19, 2005

USA D decommissioning Construction of Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Facilities in the US delayed July 16, 2005

India U project District Council in favour of Domiasiat (Meghalaya) mining project after visit to Jaduguda (India) July 14, 2005

Namibia China,cont'l U trade Roessing first Western producer to export uranium to China July 14, 2005

Canada U project Cogema Resources intersects 27.4% U3O8 over 8.8 metres at Shea Creek (Saskatchewan) July 13, 2005

Netherlands E operating New public comment period opened on capacity increase at Urenco Almelo enrichment plant (Netherlands) July 13, 2005

Portugal U decommissioning environmental Study confirms elevated levels of environmental radioactivity in former Urgeirica uranium mining area (Portugal) July 13, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC's EA Screening of McClean Lake - Sue E mining project finds no significant environmental impacts (Saskatchewan) July 12, 2005

Canada E operating CSNC starts environmental assessment for capacity increase of Cameco's Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) July 11, 2005

USA D decommissioning NRC staff says agreement reached on depleted uranium storage at proposed uranium enrichment plant in New Mexico is unenforceable July 9, 2005

USA E decommissioning health ATSDR report finds no public exposure to contaminated groundwater from the Oak Ridge Reservation (Tennessee) - Comment period extended July 8, 2005

USA U decommissioning Western Nuclear withdraws request for permission for cessation of active groundwater restoration at Split Rock site (Wyoming) July 6, 2005

USA E project USEC to re-enrich depleted uranium for U.S. DOE July 6, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U operating World uranium production in 2004 shows 13% increase over 2003 July 1, 2005

United Kingdom D decommissioning Urenco to construct tails deconversion plant at Capenhurst (United Kingdom) June 30, 2005

SCIENCE D environmental Study on plant uptake of depleted uranium from corroding penetrators June 30, 2005

Germany R health Institute assesses uranium concentrations in German bottled mineral waters, demands better protection of infants June 30, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC establishes U.S. Department of Energy as the long-term custodian of the Shirley Basin South uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) June 29, 2005

SCIENCE R health National Academy of Science releases report 'BEIR VII: Health Risks From Exposure To Low Levels Of Ionizing Radiation' June 29, 2005

SCIENCE R health worker Retrospective cohort study on nuclear workers in 15 countries confirms risk of cancer after low doses of ionising radiation June 29, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for Approval of Decommissioning Plan for depleted uranium ammunition Test Area C-74L at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida June 28, 2005

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC announces availability of Interim Staff Guidance Documents for Fuel Cycle Facilities June 27, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues notice on alternate decommissioning schedule for Jefferson Proving Ground DU munitions test area (Indiana) June 27, 2005

United Kingdom E operating corporate UK government's plan to privatise Urenco blocked by Dutch and German shareholders June 26, 2005

Namibia U operating environment Elevated uranium concentrations detected in groundwater near Roessing mine (Namibia) June 24, 2005

France U decommissioning incident environmental Cogema to appear before the Criminal Court of Limoges for pollution at former uranium mine sites in the Limousin area (France) June 24, 2005

USA U decommissioning Umetco requests relaxed groundwater standard for lead-210 at East Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) June 17, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment finding No Significant Impact for Lined Evaporation Ponds Relocation Plan at Ambrosia Lake uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) June 17, 2005

Canada U decommissioning economy Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to cost-share remediation of Gunnar and Lorado uranium mines June 17, 2005

Germany R regulatory German Federal Office for Radiation Protection invites comment on radiation protection guidelines June 16, 2005

USA U R regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on petition for rulemaking concerning chemical toxicity of uranium June 15, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC releases Final Environmental Impact Statement and Safety Evaluation Report for LES Lea County uranium enrichment plant project (New Mexico) June 15, 2005

Japan U decommissioning Nuclear institute plans to dispose of uranium-contaminated soil from former Ningyo-Toge uranium mine (Japan) in the U.S. June 12, 2005

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold a hearing on GE Canada Inc. Toronto nuclear fuel facility license renewal (Ontario) June 10, 2005

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold a hearing on GE Canada Inc. Peterborough nuclear fuel facility license renewal (Ontario) June 10, 2005

Russia (Asian part) U project Chita Region's uranium deposits to be auctioned (Russia) June 9, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC terminates license for Petrotomics Shirley Basin tailings site (Wyoming) June 8, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC Atomic Safety and Licensing Board dismisses environmental contentions against LES enrichment plant project (New Mexico) June 8, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases Draft Report for Comment: Documentation and Applications of the Reactive Geochemical Transport Model RATEQ, NUREG/CR-6871 - Comment period extended June 8, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases Draft Report for Comment: Consideration of Geochemical Issues in Groundwater Restoration at Uranium In-Situ Leach Mining Facilities, NUREG/CR-6870 - Comment period extended June 8, 2005

Iraq D health Study finds depleted uranium threat to Australian troops in Iraq to be low June 8, 2005

South Africa U regulatory South Africa plans to give local nuclear industry privileged access to domestic uranium resources June 7, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC to hold hearings on mining license for McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) June 6, 2005

Canada U decommissioning CNSC to hold hearings on renewal of Rio Algom's license for its Elliot Lake tailings (Ontario) June 6, 2005

Japan E decommissioning Demolition starts of JCO nuclear fuel plant site of 1999 criticality accident (Japan) June 6, 2005

USA E project Governor, LES reach agreement on depleted uranium storage at proposed uranium enrichment plant in New Mexico June 4, 2005

Australia U operating corporate BHP Billiton becomes major shareholder of WMC June 3, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC defers rulemaking process on control of slightly radioactive solid materials June 1, 2005

Australia U operating incident ERA fined A$150,000 for Ranger breaches (Australia) June 1, 2005

USA U operating CDPHE invites comment on Proposed Plan for Old Ponds Area at Cotter Mill (Colorado) June 1, 2005

Australia U project Northern Territory Government blocks Koongarra uranium mine (Australia) May 28, 2005

USA U operating licensing NRC issues 10-year license renewal for idle Sweetwater uranium mill and permits catchment basin reclamation (Wyoming) May 26, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC issues Draft Safety Evaluation Report for LES enrichment plant project (New Mexico) May 26, 2005

South Africa U project Aflease abandons plan to 'mine' Harmony's tailings for residual uranium (South Africa) May 26, 2005

USA U operating U.S. NRC releases Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for catchment basin reclamation at Sweetwater uranium mill, Wyoming May 23, 2005

Australia E project Silex announces completion of Uranium Enrichment Direct Measurement Program May 19, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC approves license renewal for McClean Lake and Expansion of the JEB Mill at McClean Lake to receive and process Cigar Lake ore (Saskatchewan) May 19, 2005

Namibia U operating Roessing mine to continue operation until at least 2009 (Namibia) May 17, 2005

Japan E decommissioning JCO nuclear fuel plant site of 1999 criticality accident to be demolished (Japan) May 12, 2005

Germany U decommissioning Church environmental group calls for memorial site commemorating consequences of Wismut's uranium mining (Germany) May 11, 2005

Canada E operating CNSC issues Request for Public Comment on Draft Screening Report - Proposal for Blending Slightly Enriched Uranium (SEU) at Port Hope (Ontario) May 11, 2005

Australia U operating Olympic Dam mine to run on geothermal energy? May 11, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $29.00 per lb U3O8 May 9, 2005

USA U decommissioning Reclamation of White King and Lucky Lass mines to start in summer 2005

(Oregon) May 8, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $26.25 per lb U3O8 May 2, 2005

France Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning Areva signs technology transfer agreement with Tenex for depleted uranium hexafluoride de-conversion May 2, 2005

Afghanistan R health Natural uranium found in drinking water and in urine of civilians in Eastern Afghanistan April 30, 2005

SCIENCE R health New assessment of uranium toxicity recommends safe drinking water concentration of 10 ug/L April 30, 2005

USA U decommissioning health NAS recommends to examine whether Cold War era residents of uranium mills should become eligible for radiation exposure compensation (USA) April 28, 2005

USA U decommissioning Congo high grade tailings to be trucked from Ohio to Texas Low-Level Waste site for interim storage April 28, 2005

Australia U projectprotest Protests against attempts to mine Koongarra deposit in Kakadu National Park, as moratorium ends (Australia) April 26, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $24.00 per lb U3O8 April 25, 2005

Niger U operating environment CRIIRAD releases studies on impacts of uranium mining in Niger April 25, 2005

USA U operating CDPHE invites comment on proposed disposal of AMAX uranium contaminated soil at Cotter mill site (Colorado) April 22, 2005

Korea, Rep. Kazakhstan U project South Korea and Kazakhstan to establish uranium mining joint venture April 22, 2005

Germany E operating Green party local group dissolved for capacity increase of Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) April 22, 2005

USA D decommissioning International Isotopes Inc. applies for operating license for Fluorine Extraction Process (FEP) production plant project, Idaho, USA April 21, 2005

Niger U operating environment IRSN releases study on environmental impacts of Cogema's uranium mines in Niger April 21, 2005

Namibia U projectprotest Earthlife Namibia calls for stop of Langer Heinrich uranium mine project April 20, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC announces hearing on initial surface construction activities at McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) April 20, 2005

Japan E projectprotest CNIC protests Aomori Gov's signing of agreement on construction of Rokkasho-mura MOX plant (Japan) April 19, 2005

USA U regulatoryindigenousprotest Navajo council outlaws uranium mining April 19, 2005

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Reforestation of Kara Balta uranium mill tailings ongoing (Kyrgyzstan) April 19, 2005

Japan E project licensing Aomori government approves Rokkasho Mura MOX plant (Japan) April 14, 2005

ICRP R regulatory ICRP releases draft Foundation Documents for comment April 14, 2005

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Landslide close to Mailuu-Suu uranium tailings dump (Kyrgyzstan) April 13, 2005

Germany Russia (Asian part) D trade Protests against DU transport from Gronau (Germany) to Russia April 13, 2005

USA U operating incident State cites Cotter for contamination incidents at Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) April 12, 2005

India U projectprotest Activists seal off Domiasiat uranium mine project site (India) April 12, 2005

South Africa U decommissioning incident Government puts mining companies on notice to ensure groundwater pumping at bankrupt Hartebeestfontein gold/uranium mine (South Africa) April 12, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Final Environmental Assessment and FONSI Documents for Groundwater Restoration at Monument Valley, Arizona, Uranium Mill Tailings Site April 11, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC announces hearing on EA Screening of McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) April 7, 2005

Japan E project Aomori government to approve Rokkasho Mura MOX plant (Japan) April 7, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE announces relocation of Moab tailings to Crescent Junction as preferred alternative (Utah) April 6, 2005

Argentina U operating Judge orders halt to restart of Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) April 5, 2005

Canada U decommissioning CNSC issues Waste Facility Operating Licence for Beaverlodge mine and mill in spite of concern on observed environmental impacts (Saskatchewan) April 5, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $23.00 per lb U3O8 April 4, 2005

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC staff requests Commission approval for publication of Proposed Rule on control of slightly radioactive solid materials March 31, 2005

USA E operating Plan for uranium downblending at NFS Erwin facility upheld (Tennessee) March 31, 2005

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC authorizes construction of mixed-oxide fuel fabrication facility at Savannah River Site (South Carolina) March 30, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC issues Final Safety Evaluation Report for MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) March 30, 2005

Russia (Asian part) U project Russia to open large uranium mines in South Yakutia? March 25, 2005

Canada U project licensing Supreme Court of Canada upholds McClean Lake license (Saskatchewan) March 24, 2005

India U operating Panel to probe alleged illegal uranium mining in Jharkhand (India) March 24, 2005

India U projectprotest Newly formed anti-uranium committee announces rally against Domiasiat uranium project (India) March 23, 2005

Germany U decommissioning Wismut prepares relocation of Paitzdorf waste rock piles (Germany) March 23, 2005

Kyrgyzstan U project Kara Balta uranium mill for sale (Kyrgyzstan) March 22, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $22.00 per lb U3O8 March 21, 2005

India U project India investing in new uranium mines March 19, 2005

Argentina E operating environment Well water near Ezeiza nuclear center contaminated with uranium and other toxic substances (Argentina) March 19, 2005

Argentina U operating Chamber of Commerce calls for cleanup of old uranium mining activities before reopening San Rafael uranium mine (Argentina) March 18, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC invites comment on screening report concerning environmental assessment of McClean Lake - Sue E project (Saskatchewan) March 18, 2005

USA E project U.S. EPA continues to have environmental concerns about DCS MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) March 18, 2005

USA U operating CDPHE invites comments on Feasibility Study for the Old Ponds Area at Cotter's Canon City mill site (Colorado) - comment period extended - March 17, 2005

Australia U regulatory Australia to conduct inquiry into future role of its uranium industry March 17, 2005

USA U project USEG requests license to reopen Shootaring Canyon uranium mill (Utah) March 17, 2005

Canada E operating Cameco to increase capacity of Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) March 16, 2005

United Kingdom E operating Operational life of BNFL Springfields uranium conversion plant to be extended by 10 years (United Kingdom) March 16, 2005

Germany Netherlands United Kingdom USA E trade incident Urenco halts UF6 cylinder transports to the U.S. for standard compliance issue March 15, 2005

India U project Domiasiat project renamed to Kylleng-Pyndemsohiong-Mawthabah uranium mining project (India) March 14, 2005

Japan U decommissioning incident JNC to begin paying fine to residents for delay with uranium mine waste cleanup (Japan) March 11, 2005

USA U operating Judge rejects Cotter appeal - Company denied right to dispose of 24,000 tons of Maywood soils (Colorado) March 11, 2005

USA E operating worker U.S. appeals court upholds decision to dismiss lawsuit filed by Paducah uranium enrichment plant workers (Kentucky) March 8, 2005

USA U project Reopening of Whirlwind Claim uranium mine planned (Colorado) March 8, 2005

India U project District Council to seek White Paper on Domiasiat uranium project (India) March 8, 2005

USA U project IUC plans to start mining at newly acquired Tony M Mine and at Bullfrog property (Utah) March 7, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA agrees Atlas Moab tailings pile shouldn't stay next to Colorado River (Utah) March 6, 2005

India U project Overwhelming opposition against uranium processing plant at public hearing for Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium project (India) March 4, 2005

USA E trade economy U.S. appeals court rules that Eurodif did not receive countervailable subsidies for enrichment services March 3, 2005

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE to repair stream bank near Canonsburg uranium mill tailings disposal cell (Pennsylvania) March 2, 2005

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues Draft Environmental Assessment for catchment basin reclamation at Sweetwater uranium mill (Wyoming) March 2, 2005

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests and blockades against depleted UF6 transport from Gronau, Germany, to Russia March 2, 2005

India U projectprotest Opposition also to new site of uranium mill for Lambapur-Peddagattu uranium project (India) March 2, 2005

USA U decommissioning Congressmen from Western US call for relocation of Atlas tailings (Utah) March 1, 2005

South Africa U decommissioning Effort needed to stop poisoning of water from old mines (South Africa) March 1, 2005

USA D operating U.S. NRC releases Regulatory Issue Summary clarifying exemptions concerning storage and repair of depleted uranium aircraft counterweights February 28, 2005

USA U decommissioning Group calls for action on abandoned Cave Hills uranium mines, South Dakota February 28, 2005

Australia U projectindigenous ERA and Traditional Owners sign long-term Jabiluka deal (Australia) February 25, 2005

USA China,cont'l U trade U.S. NRC issues license for export of nuclear fuel to China February 24, 2005

USA E D project IEER report finds depleted uranium management plans for LES enrichment plant not adequate (New Mexico) February 23, 2005

Netherlands E operating New comment period started on capacity increase for Urenco Almelo enrichment plant (The Netherlands) February 22, 2005

IAEA E project IAEA panel report urges internationalizing nuclear industry to stop proliferation February 22, 2005

Australia U operating ERA may lengthen Ranger mine's life (Australia) February 18, 2005

Namibia U regulatory Atomic Energy and Radiation Protection Bill tabled in National Assembly of Namibia February 17, 2005

Australia China,cont'l U traderegulatory Australia preparing negotiations over uranium sales to China February 17, 2005

Sweden U operating Excess amounts of uranium dumped on municipal dump in Sweden February 17, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. Army considers changing plans for decommissioning of DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) February 16, 2005

Australia U project Cogema to revive efforts to mine its Koongarra deposit in Kakadu National Park (Australia) February 16, 2005

USA U decommissioning Funding awarded for Uravan Mine Restoration project (Colorado) February 14, 2005

Niger U operating Associations' network planning independent inspection tour to Cogema's uranium mines in Niger February 14, 2005

Germany E operating licensing Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant granted license for capacity increase (Germany) February 14, 2005

Portugal U decommissioning Begin of decommissioning of Urgeirica uranium mines delayed (Portugal) February 14, 2005

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear yet again chasing cattle at Church Rock tailings site (New Mexico) February 10, 2005

Canada U operating CNSC begins Environmental Assessment on processing of McClean lake uranium-rich solutions at Rabbit Lake mill (Saskatchewan) February 10, 2005

Iraq D health Testing of Iraq War veterans for depleted uranium exposure incomplete February 9, 2005

USA U project U.S. Energy Corp. and Bell Coast Capital Corp. are planning to revive their idle Sheep Mountain mines (Wyoming) February 8, 2005

USA U decommissioning Moab City Council passes resolution urging DOE to move Atlas tailings pile (Utah) February 8, 2005

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC again finds further violation of criticality safety procedures at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) February 7, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. EPA places Atlantic Fleet Weapons Training Area on Vieques Island (Puerto Rico) on the Superfund National Priorities List February 7, 2005

Germany U decommissioning Environmental group criticizes cleanup at Thuringian Wismut sites (Germany) February 3, 2005

USA D decommissioning Depleted uranium no longer a topic for Jefferson Proving Ground Restoration Advisory Board (Indiana) February 3, 2005

USA E project corporate LES and AREVA sign Memorandum of Understanding for depleted uranium deconversion facility near proposed enrichment plant (New Mexico) February 3, 2005

South Africa U project Aflease plans to 'mine' Harmony's tailings for residual uranium (South Africa) February 3, 2005

Canada U operating Cameco seeks approval for further processing of Cigar Lake uranium at Rabbit Lake mill (Saskatchewan) February 1, 2005

France E operating No use of reprocessed uranium in French reactors in the near future January 25, 2005

South Africa U operating AngloGold plans uranium output increase (South Africa) January 20, 2005

USA E D projectregulatory U.S. NRC finds that depleted uranium is low level waste January 18, 2005

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $21.00 per lb U3O8 January 17, 2005

USA U project PRI files license application for Reynolds Ranch ISL project (Wyoming) January 14, 2005

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC approves SFC Gore conversion plant raffinate sludge dewatering proposal (Oklahoma) January 12, 2005

USA D decommissioning regulatory U.S. NRC denies Petition for Rulemaking concerning control of disused DU counterweights January 12, 2005

USA E project U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for MOX fuel fabrication plant (South Carolina) January 11, 2005

Australia U operating South Australia to investigate bird deaths at tailings dam of Olympic Dam mine January 11, 2005

USA U decommissioning Scientist questions DOE's view that Colorado River is migrating away from Atlas Moab tailings pile (Utah) January 7, 2005

IAEA E project IAEA chief proposes global freeze on nuclear fuel cycle facilities January 7, 2005

USA E operating incident Illinois EPA files lawsuit against Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant for UF6 leakages January 6, 2005

Namibia U operating New opportunities identified for life extension of Rossing uranium mine to 2016 (Namibia) January 3, 2005

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC terminates license for Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant, Minnesota

Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops to $89.00 per lb U3O8 December 31, 2007

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Opportunity To Request a Hearing on CD Line Facility (HEU deconversion) project at Nuclear Fuel Services' Erwin site (Tennessee) December 31, 2007

Czech Rep. U projectprotest Demonstration held against proposed mining of Osecna-Kotel uranium deposit (Czech Republic) December 30, 2007

India U project licensing Environmental clearance granted for uranium mine in Meghalaya (India) December 30, 2007

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for in situ leach satellite facility at Smith Ranch (Wyoming) December 28, 2007

Kazakhstan Japan E project Japanese utility to outsource uranium reconversion to Kazakhstan December 26, 2007

Canada U project Board recommends approval of proposed Wind River road for Cash Minerals' uranium exploration project in the Wernecke Mountains (Yukon) December 24, 2007

USA E operating environment ATSDR assessment finds no contamination in off-site groundwater from the Savannah River Site (South Carolina) December 21, 2007

USA U operating incident Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issues Agreed Order over penalty of $2,000 to Mestena Uranium LLC December 20, 2007

USA E project Areva delays site decision for proposed U.S. uranium enrichment plant December 20, 2007

Russia (Asian part) USA E trade TVEL aims to sell nuclear fuel in the US market by 2014 December 20, 2007

Namibia U project environmental Lichen fields at risk from pipeline required for Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) December 20, 2007

USA U project licensing Uranerz Energy Corp. submits license applications to construct and operate Nichols Ranch and Hank in-situ leach uranium facilities (Wyoming) December 19, 2007

South Africa U project First Uranium Corp. to start construction of uranium recovery plant from Buffelsfontein tailings upon receipt of positive pre-feasibility study (South Africa) December 19, 2007

South Africa U project Harmony Gold to revive uranium production at Cooke Section mine and initiate uranium recovery from tailings deposits, Randfontein (South Africa) December 19, 2007

USA U project Exploration drilling on the Coles Hill deposit starts; moratorium against uranium mining in Virginia still in place December 19, 2007

Australia U project Pre Feasibility Study and Environmental Impact Study commissioned for proposed Mt Gee uranium mine (South Australia) December 18, 2007

USA U project Energy Fuels Inc. hails fast-tracking of licensing for Pinon Ridge uranium mill project by State regulator CDPHE rather than having to deal with federal NRC; tailings disposal capacity provided for more than 30 years of mill operation (Colorado) December 17, 2007

USA U regulatory Utah Radiation Control Board plans to make submission of documents in electronic form mandatory December 15, 2007

Germany U decommissioning Reclamation of abandoned Lengenfeld tailings site to start with 4-year delay in 2009 (Germany) December 15, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops to $90.00 per lb U3O8 December 14, 2007

Russia (Asian part) Korea, Rep. U project Russia and South Korea consider uranium production Joint Venture December 14, 2007

Spain U decommissioning health Medical reports dismiss radiation doses received by former Andujar uranium mill workers as cause of diseases (Spain) December 14, 2007

Canada U regulatory Nova Scotia native leader calls for permanent ban on uranium mining December 13, 2007

SCIENCE D decommissioning Depleted uranium key to solution of CO2 problem? December 13, 2007

Zambia U regulatory Zambia to approve uranium mining law by year-end 2007

December 12, 2007

USA E decommissioning U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to remove radioactive material from Parks Township nuclear waste site (Pennsylvania) December 12, 2007

Australia U project corporate Sino-Australian company joins uranium exploration projects in Queensland (Australia) December 12, 2007

Korea, DPR U project Development of Yongchun uranium mine started (North Korea) December 12, 2007

USA U operating incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to PRI for appointment of unqualified radiation safety officer at Smith Ranch (Wyoming) December 11, 2007

Canada U operating CNSC approves Environmental Assessment Guidelines for proposed mining of the Caribou ore body at McClean Lake (Saskatchewan) December 11, 2007

USA E project Federal Appeals Court turns down Public Interest groups' challenge of license for proposed New Mexico uranium enrichment plant December 11, 2007

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC approves Cell 2 Expansion Reclamation Plan at Ambrosia Lake uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) December 10, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price drops to $92.00 per lb U3O8 December 10, 2007

Brazil U project IN hopes to get uranium export clearance for Santa Quiteria phosphate and uranium mining project to become viable (Brazil) December 10, 2007

Brazil U operating INB plans to double production from Caetite uranium mine by 2011 (Brazil) December 10, 2007

Australia U project corporate India's Reliance Industries joins uranium exploration projects in Australia December 10, 2007

South Africa U operating incident Stormwater dam fails at Dominion Reefs uranium mine (South Africa) December 8, 2007

USA U operating Seven Petitioners file for hearing on expansion of Crow Butte uranium mine (Nebraska) December 7, 2007

Hungary U project Environment Ministry concerned over proposed reopening of mines in Southern Hungary December 7, 2007

Canada U project Deadline for comments on proposed Wind River road for Cash Minerals' uranium exploration project in the Wernecke Mountains further extended (Yukon) December 7, 2007

France E operating incident Unexpected criticality hazard found in Tricastin enrichment plant (France) December 6, 2007

Namibia U project Extract Resources Ltd. concludes Memorandum of Understanding with NamWater on construction of desalination plant for proposed Ida Dome uranium mine (Namibia) December 6, 2007

USA U project Fort Collins City Council opposes Centennial uranium mine project (Colorado) December 5, 2007

Argentina U regulatory Calypso Uranium Corp. files claim to set aside anti-mining law in Mendoza Province (Argentina) December 5, 2007

USA U operating Cameco to increase production from Crow Butte (Nebraska) and Smith Ranch-Highland (Wyoming) in situ-leach uranium mines by 70%; restart of idle Highland uranium recovery plant planned December 4, 2007

USA Russia (Asian part) E trade U.S. DOC releases draft agreement allowing for limited uranium imports from Russia December 4, 2007

Canada U project Kiggavik mine project JV partners decide to proceed with feasibility study and to initiate approval process (Nunavut) December 4, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Availability of Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for Unrestricted Release of the U.S. Army Development and Engineering Center, Building 611b Facility in Picatinny, New Jersey December 4, 2007

USA U project economy Positive Scoping Study received for Bison Basin ISL project (Wyoming) December 4, 2007

South Africa U decommissioning environmental South African gold/uranium mines causing excessive uranium concentrations in streams and stream sediments December 3, 2007

Malawi U project Malawi government dismisses death threats on Uranium mining case settlement December 3, 2007

USA U regulatory New Mexico Governor calls on the U.S. NRC to abandon the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) process for new uranium mining activities December 3, 2007

Canada U project licensing CNSC approves extension of the expiry date of the Cigar Lake construction licence for two years (Saskatchewan) December 3, 2007

Canada U project Midwest uranium mine project partners decide to proceed with the development of the project (Saskatchewan) December 3, 2007

USA U decommissioningindigenousenvironmental Contaminated groundwater from radioactive waste dump near Tuba City migrating towards Hopi drinking water spring (Arizona) December 2, 2007

Ireland U project licensing Uranium prospecting licenses denied in Donegal (Ireland) December 2, 2007

USA U project licensing License application for Lost Creek uranium in-situ leach mine available for review (Wyoming) December 1, 2007

Bosnia and Herzegovina D health Elevated chromosome aberrations found in employees of Hadzici tank repair facility (Bosnia) November 30, 2007

Czech Rep. U project Diamo wants to secure Osecna-Kotel uranium deposit for future mining (Czech Republic) November 30, 2007

USA U operating environment Radium-228 exceeds alternate concentration limits in groundwater at Shirley Basin South uranium mill tailings disposal site (Wyoming) November 30, 2007

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for exemption to criticality accident requirements at BWX Technologies, Inc. Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) November 30, 2007

USA U operating licensing Crow Butte Resources receives permission for increased plant throughput at in-situ leach mine (Nebraska) November 30, 2007

USA U operating Kennecott denied right to store alternate feed material on site of currently idle Sweetwater mill without license amendment (Wyoming) November 30, 2007

USA U operating Federal Judge upholds Colorado state ruling to deny Cotter's Canon City mill bid to import waste for direct disposal (Colorado) November 30, 2007

Canada Russia (Asian part) U project Russia, Canada agree on joint uranium prospecting November 30, 2007

France U decommissioning environmental Elevated radiation levels found around decommissioned St Pierre du Cantal uranium mine site (France) November 29, 2007

USA U operating incident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to PRI on deep disposal well spill at Smith Ranch ISL site November 28, 2007

Canada U operating Mining at Rabbit Lake slowed down due to increased water inflow (Saskatchewan) November 28, 2007

USA U operating licensing Cameco applies for license renewal of Crow Butte uranium ISL mine (Nebraska) November 27, 2007

Netherlands D decommissioning Dutch Ministry discloses details of Urenco Almelo's disposition of depleted uranium, including storage at COBRA and exports to Russia for re-enrichment November 27, 2007

Argentina U project Reactivation of Don Otto, Salta, uranium mine still unclear (Argentina) November 27, 2007

European Union E regulatory European Commission considers revision of legislation for transport of radioactive materials November 26, 2007

Namibia China,cont'l U project trade UraMin Inc. to sell 35% of uranium output to China November 26, 2007

Germany U decommissioning Overflowing mine flooding water contaminates surface waters in Wismut's former uranium mining area in Thuringia (Germany) November 26, 2007

South Africa U project Mintails Ltd and DRDGold Ltd announce Joint Venture project for uranium recovery from East Rand gold tailings (South Africa) November 26, 2007

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC approves increased Possession Limit of high-enriched uranium for Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. in Erwin (Tennessee) November 23, 2007

Namibia U project Areva signs contract on construction of desalination plant for Trekkopje mine project - even before environmental assessment and feasibility studies concluded November 23, 2007

USA U decommissioning EMNRD releases SOHIO Western Mining Co.'s revised closeout plant for the JJ No.1/L-Bar Mine (New Mexico) November 2007

Canada U projectprotest Environmentalists oppose proposed Wind River road for Cash Minerals' uranium exploration project in the Wernecke Mountains (Yukon) November 20, 2007

Malawi U project Malawi NGOs do not accept settlement agreement on Kayelekera uranium mine project litigation announced by Paladin Resources November 19, 2007

European Union U regulatory trade Russia demands EU to drop import quota for Russian uranium November 19, 2007

India U project Foundation stone to be laid for Tummalapalle uranium mine and mill, Cuddapah, Andhra Pradesh (India) November 17, 2007

Namibia U operating Roessing releases Scoping Report for Mine Expansion Project November 16, 2007

USA E operating regulatory Legislation introduced for life extension of Paducah enrichment plant by re-enrichment of depleted uranium (Kentucky) November 15, 2007

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC finds further violation of criticality safety procedures at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) November 14, 2007

China,cont'l U trade China's uranium demand to rise sixfold by 2020; imports needed November 14, 2007

Namibia U project Areva has no scruples about taking advantage of Namibia's very special regulatory regime: Draft Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Report for Trekkopje Uranium Project available for comment - for just two weeks November 13, 2007

Kazakhstan U operating Kazatomprom to build new sulphuric acid production plant to meet unfulfilled demand of uranium in-situ leach mines (Kazakhstan) November 13, 2007

Kazakhstan U operating corporate China to get stake in uranium mine in Kazakhstan November 13, 2007

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for Cell 2 Expansion Reclamation Plan at Ambrosia Lake uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) November 13, 2007

Japan E project Japan Nuclear Fuel Limited starts test of advanced centrifuge cascade November 12, 2007

USA U decommissioning Crow Butte Resources seeks approval for bioremediation test for groundwater restoration at in-situ leach mine (Nebraska) November 9, 2007

Niger U project licensing Chinese-owned mining company granted mining license for Azelik uranium deposit (Niger) November 9, 2007

USA U projectindigenous Tribal judge excludes uranium company from Pine Ridge reservation (South Dakota) November 9, 2007

USA U regulatory TCEQ invites public comment and requests for hearing on draft license for disposal of uranium mill tailings and other byproduct material at Waste Control Specialists' Andrews County disposal site (Texas) November 9, 2007

USA U regulatoryindigenousprotest Navajo Nation demands federal moratorium on uranium mining November 9, 2007

USA U decommissioning BLM issues Notice of Proposed Land Transfer for Atlas tailings repository site (Utah) November 9, 2007

Argentina U operating CNEA to begin repair works at effluent ponds of the former Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) November 9, 2007

USA U operating State denies aquifer exemption required for proposed expansion of Crow Butte in situ leach mine (Nebraska) November 8, 2007

Argentina U projectprotest Thousands protest in Catamarca against uranium mining (Argentina) November 7, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC invites comment on results of EA Screening regarding Zircatec's Slightly Enriched Uranium CANDU Fuel Production proposal in Port Hope (Ontario) November 7, 2007

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for increased Possession Limit of high-enriched uranium to Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. in Erwin (Tennessee) November 7, 2007

China,cont'l E project Russia to set up another gas centrifuge uranium enrichment plant in China November 7, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. Army submits decommissioning plan for Range 14 depleted uranium hard impact test facility at Aberdeen Proving Ground (Maryland) November 6, 2007

France E regulatory France issues new regulations for major nuclear facilities November 6, 2007

Kazakhstan U operating incident Fire at sulfuric acid plant affects uranium production (Kazakhstan) November 5, 2007

USA E operating Court clears way for suit over Paducah uranium enrichment plant (Kentucky) November 4, 2007

USA U decommissioning economy U.S. DOE raises cost estimate for relocation of Moab tailings (Utah) November 3, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price increases to $93.00 per lb U3O8 November 2, 2007

Namibia U project licensing Mining license application lodged for Valencia uranium mine project (Namibia) November 2, 2007

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Windblown dust still an issue at Randfontein tailings (South Africa) November 2, 2007

Canada U projectprotest Hunger strike against Frontenac uranium mine project reaches day 24 (Ontario) November 1, 2007

Namibia U project corporate Korea Electric Power Co to participate in development of Valencia uranium mine (Namibia) November 1, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC for the third time extends the comment period on the Generic Environmental Impact Statement for uranium recovery operations November 1, 2007

USA E operating U.S. DOE issues Supplement Analysis for the Disposition of Highly Enriched Uranium October 31, 2007

USA D decommissioning health worker Traces of depleted uranium found in urine of former workers and residents at National Lead Colonie site 20 years after exposure (New York) October 31, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price increases to $90.00 per lb U3O8 October 31, 2007

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Reclamation to begin at Koshkar-Ata uranium mill tailings (Kazakhstan) October 31, 2007

India U project Police kills five militants in Meghalaya (India) October 31, 2007

USA U project licensing Ur-Energy submits license application for Lost Creek uranium in-situ leach mine (Wyoming) October 31, 2007

Canada U project Production startup date for Cigar Lake uranium mine further delayed to 2011, at the earliest (Saskatchewan) October 31, 2007

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning NATO to assist Kyrgyzstan with management of uranium mill tailings October 30, 2007

USA U project corporate Uranium One Inc. acquires Ticaboo Townsite near idle Shootaring Canyon mill (Utah) October 29, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price rises to $85.00 per lb U3O8 October 29, 2007

USA U regulatory Texas Railroad Commission proposes new rules regarding uranium exploration and mining October 26, 2007

Netherlands D health Epidemiological study finds no elevated uranium concentrations in urine and no malfunction in kidneys of first responders to Amsterdam 1992 Plane Crash (The Netherlands) October 26, 2007

Russia (Asian part) U project Uranium mining at Elkon deposit in Yakutia to start in 2012-13 (Russia) October 26, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price increases to $84.00 per lb U3O8 October 26, 2007

USA U project Dewey/Burdock uranium deposit to become first commercial project in the U.S. to be mined by the acid in-situ leach technique? (South Dakota) October 2007

South Africa U project Harmony Gold probes re-mining of tailings dams in Randfontein area for uranium and gold, consolidating tailings in new 'mega tailings' dam (South Africa) October 26, 2007

Canada U project Federal minister upholds contested decision to block arctic uranium exploration at Screech Lake (Northwest Territories) October 25, 2007

Malawi U projectprotest NGOs call for halt of Kayelekera uranium mine development, until legal challenges are concluded (Malawi) October 25, 2007

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for increased plant throughput at Crow Butte in-situ leach mine (Nebraska) October 24, 2007

USA U project licensing Uranium Energy Corp submits mine permit application for Goliad uranium in-situ leach mine (Texas) October 24, 2007

Australia U regulatory environmental Bill introduced to protect Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary from uranium mining (South Australia) October 24, 2007

USA U decommissioning licensing Waste Control Specialists' Andrews County disposal site to receive draft license for disposal of uranium mill tailings and other byproduct material (Texas) October 23, 2007

USA U decommissioningenvironmentalindigenous U.S. House Committee appalled at federal agencies' incompetence to deal with mess left from Cold War era uranium mining on Navajo land October 23, 2007

Morocco U project Areva to study feasibility of uranium extraction from phosphates in Morocco October 22, 2007

Canada U project Environmental Assessment for Midwest uranium mine project to continue as a Comprehensive Study (Saskatchewan) October 22, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price rises to $80.00 per lb U3O8 October 22, 2007

India U project Fuel shortage at India's nuclear power plants worsening further October 21, 2007

USA E project corporate LES requests NRC consent to conversion from Limited Partnership to Limited Liability Company October 19, 2007

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC finds further violation of criticality safety procedures at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) October 19, 2007

Canada U projectprotestindigenous Ontario Algonquins suspend uranium site occupation October 19, 2007

Namibia U project economy Extract Resources Ltd. announces positive preliminary scoping study for the Ida Dome prospect, for which no mineral resource has been defined (Namibia) October 19, 2007

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Labrador Inuit ponder ban on uranium mining October 18, 2007

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of License Amendment Request of Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc., Erwin, TN, and Opportunity To Request a Hearing October 18, 2007

Canada E operating incident environmental Cameco releases root cause report on subsoil contamination at Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) October 15, 2007

Netherlands E operating licensing License amendment issued on capacity increase of Urenco's Almelo enrichment plant to 4500 t SWU (The Netherlands) October 15, 2007

USA U decommissioning Is this true, Bill? October 13, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price increases to $78.00 per lb U3O8 October 12, 2007

USA U project Uranium Resources, Inc. plans to acquire former Ambrosia Lake uranium mill site to construct new uranium mill (New Mexico) October 12, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Police terminates forbidden demonstration in St Petersburg against depleted uranium import from Gronau (Germany) to Russia October 11, 2007

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC to regulate only certain new uranium conversion and depleted uranium deconversion facilities October 10, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE announces intent to offer uranium leases for competitive bid (Colorado) October 10, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for unrestricted release of former depleted uranium test facility in Building 318 at Picatinny Arsenal (New Jersey) October 10, 2007

USA U project licensing License application submitted for Moore Ranch in-situ leach uranium project (Wyoming) is first in the U.S. in nearly two decades October 4, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests against depleted uranium transport from Gronau (Germany) to Russia; train passes unsecured level crossing October 4, 2007

Canada E operating incident environmental Cameco reports subsoil contamination found at Port Hope conversion plant might have extended beyond property line (Ontario) October 3, 2007

France E decommissioning License retracted for decommissioned uranium storage facility at Miramas (France) October 2, 2007

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Judge orders Algonquins to leave uranium exploration site immediately (Ontario) October 1, 2007

USA U decommissioning health Study finds no increased mortality among residents near former Uravan uranium mill (Colorado) September 30, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops to $75.00 per lb U3O8 September 30, 2007

Germany R regulatory German Radiation Protection Commission sees no rationale for use of Dose and Dose Rate Effectiveness Factor (DDREF) for radiation exposure at low dose rates September 28, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC further extends the comment period on the Generic Environmental Impact Statement for uranium recovery operations September 27, 2007

Australia U operating ERA to extend mine life of Ranger open pit mine to 2012 (Australia) September 27, 2007

Russia (Asian part) USA E trade Russian LEU exports to the US should not be subject to US import duties, court rules September 26, 2007

USA U project Revised Tailings Management Plan for the Shootaring Canyon uranium mill released (Utah) September, 2007

USA U operating incident TCEQ issues Agreed Order over penalty of $2,000 to Mestena Uranium LLC (Texas) September 21, 2007

United Kingdom E decommissioning United Kingdom's separated plutonium stockpile poses severe risks warns Royal Society September 21, 2007

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC invites comment on Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the reclamation of Sequoyah Fuels Corporation site in Gore (Oklahoma) September 21, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC invites Public Comment on Draft Environmental Assessment Screening Report for Zircatec Precision Industries Inc.'s Slightly Enriched Uranium CANDU Fuel Production proposal (Ontario) September 19, 2007

Pakistan E project Pakistan's uranium enrichment facility will be under IAEA safeguards September 18, 2007

Canada U projectindigenoussupport Inuit organization reverses ban on uranium mining on Inuit-owned land (Nunavut) September 18, 2007

Namibia U project economy Scoping study confirms viability of large scale uranium mine at Goanikontes deposit (Namibia) September 17, 2007

USA U project Public scoping underway for proposed Whirlwind uranium mine (Colorado) September 16, 2007

SCIENCE R health Drinking water with uranium below U.S. EPA water standard causes estrogen receptor dependent responses in female mice September 14, 2007

France D operating incident Hydrofluoric acid enters Tricastin nuclear fuel site cooling water system (France) September 13, 2007

USA U operating incident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to PRI on major injection fluid spill at Highland ISL site September 12, 2007

Namibia U regulatory Commonwealth to review Namibian regulatory framework for uranium mining September 12, 2007

Kyrgyzstan U operating Terrorists eyeing uranium mines in Central Asia September 12, 2007

Namibia U project Forsys to apply for mining license for Valencia uranium mine project (Namibia) September 12, 2007

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC and ABB, Inc., to discuss proposed change to decommissioning plan for former nuclear materials site in Windsor, Connecticut September 11, 2007

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC to meet with Nuclear Energy Institute on uranium intake criteria for workers and public September 10, 2007

USA U project Preliminary feasibility study commissioned for proposed reopening of Sheep Mountain mine (Wyoming) September 10, 2007

Niger U operating protest Hundreds march in Niger against Areva September 8, 2007

USA E project Public Interest groups appear in Federal Appeals Court to challenge license for proposed New Mexico uranium enrichment plant September 7, 2007

USA U decommissioning regulatory health worker U.S. GAO gives update on Radiation Exposure Compensation program status September 7, 2007

Australia Russia (Asian part) U traderegulatory Agreement signed for Australian uranium exports to Russia September 7, 2007

USA U project licensing Operating permit granted for Tony M uranium mine in Ticaboo, Utah September 6, 2007

USA U project CF Industries to build uranium recovery facility at its Plant City Phosphate Complex (Florida) September 6, 2007

Zambia U project economy Pre-feasibility study started on Njame North uranium mine project (Zambia) September 6, 2007

SCIENCE D environmental Study finds dramatic increase of uranium leaching rates from corroding DU penetrators after three years August 31, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops to $85.00 per lb U3O8 August 31, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC extends the comment period on the Generic Environmental Impact Statement for uranium recovery operations August 31, 2007

USA U project Concern about possibility of ending uranium mining moratorium in Virginia August 31, 2007

Niger U operating Niger civil society claims US$ 640 million from AREVA in damages August 29, 2007

Namibia U project Concerns raised over proposed desalination plant for Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) August 28, 2007

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Judge orders Algonquins to leave uranium exploration site (Ontario) August 28, 2007

Australia India U trade Australian uranium sales to India would breach nuclear treaty August 28, 2007

Canada U decommissioning Remediation work at former Port Radium mine now in full swing, but 800,000 tonnes of tailings to remain submerged in Great Bear Lake (Northwest Territories) August 27, 2007

USA U decommissioning EPA invites comment on report evaluating hazards from small abandoned uranium mines in the U.S. August 2007

India U project India approves uranium mine and mill at Tummalapalle, Cuddapah, Andhra Pradesh August 23, 2007

South Africa U regulatory South African government may demand first pick of uranium August 23, 2007

Canada U projectindigenous Aboriginal groups living near proposed Michelin uranium mine site in northern Labrador raise concerns about project impacts August 22, 2007

Somalia Russia (Asian part) U trade Somalia offers export of uranium to Russia August 22, 2007

USA U operating Uranium One Inc. concludes toll milling agreement with Power Resources Inc. (Wyoming) August 21, 2007

Namibia U operating Roessing extends mine life to 2021 and raises annual production target to 4500 t U3O8, presents details of Mine Expansion Project (Namibia) August 21, 2007

USA D decommissioning DU munitions use at Pohakuloa Training Area, Big Island, Hawaii August 21, 2007

USA E decommissioning Further delay for demolition of former Oak Ridge enrichment plant (Tennessee) August 21, 2007

Canada U project CNSC invites public comment on Cameco's request for extension of the expiry date of the Cigar Lake construction licence for an indeterminate period August 20, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price drops to $90.00 per lb U3O8 August 20, 2007

Ukraine U project Ukraine to develop Novokonstantinovskoye uranium field with Russia's help August 20, 2007

Canada U project economy Michelin uranium mine project advanced to pre-feasibility stage (Labrador) August 20, 2007

India U project Delay in commissioning of Jaduguda mill expansion leads to further fuel shortage at India's nuclear power plants August 20, 2007

Canada E project Port Hope Long-Term Low-Level Radioactive Waste Management Project years and millions behind schedule (Ontario) August 19, 2007

Niger U project licensing Indian company granted uranium exploration and mining permit in Niger August 19, 2007

Australia Russia (Asian part) U traderegulatory Agreement on export of Australian uranium to Russia could be signed in September 2007

August 17, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC announces changes to Consolidated Decommissioning Guidance NUREG-1757 August 16, 2007

Australia India U traderegulatory Nonproliferation organization blasts Australian Government move to sell uranium to India August 15, 2007

Australia India U traderegulatory Australian cabinet poised for uranium exports to non-NPT signatory India August 15, 2007

Germany D decommissioning Depleted uranium found in lawn roller (Germany) August 15, 2007

Mongolia U project economy Results of Pre-Feasibility Study announced for Dornod uranium mine project (Mongolia) August 15, 2007

South Africa U project First uranium production from Ezulwini mine expected in June 2008 (South Africa) August 13, 2007

South Africa U regulatory South Africa releases draft Nuclear Energy Policy and Strategy for public comment, covering uranium mining policy August 13, 2007

South Africa E regulatory South Africa releases draft Nuclear Energy Policy and Strategy for public comment, covering fuel facility policy August 13, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops to $105.00 per lb U3O8 August 10, 2007

USA E decommissioning environmental Sequoyah Fuels reports continuing exceedance of contaminant permit limits for effluents at former Gore conversion plant (Oklahoma) August 9, 2007

USA E project ASLB issues Notice of Oral Argument and of Opportunity To Make Limited Appearance Statements re Shaw Areva MOX Services' MOX fuel plant project (South Carolina) August 9, 2007

Australia U project Startup of Honeymoon ISL uranium mine delayed further (South Australia) August 9, 2007

USA U project U.S. NRC announces hearing on Dewey/Burdock ISL uranium mine project (South Dakota) August 8, 2007

Canada U operating CNSC to hold public hearing on Environmental Assessment Guidelines for proposed mining of the Caribou ore body at McClean Lake (Saskatchewan) August 8, 2007

Pakistan E project Pakistan plans to build nuclear fuel facilities to achieve self-reliance for nuclear fuel fabrication August 8, 2007

Jordan Kazakhstan U project Kazakhstan assists Jordan with development of uranium deposits August 8, 2007

South Africa U project Uranium concentrations in Blyvooruitzicht gold tailings 'encouraging' for recovery project (South Africa) August 7, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price drops to $110.00 per lb U3O8 August 6, 2007

USA U decommissioning incident Texas Department of State Health Services issues Agreed Order imposing $2,500 penalty on violations at Hobson ISL decommissioning site August 3, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC approves EA Guidelines for Slightly Enriched Uranium CANDU Fuel Production proposal at Zircatec Port Hope fuel fabrication plant (Ontario) August 3, 2007

USA U decommissioning Community organization calls for groundwater restoration at Homestake Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) August 3, 2007

Hungary U project Wildhorse Energy Ltd discloses details of uranium extraction project from coal ash in Hungary August 3, 2007

USA U decommissioning Concerns about hazards from alleged illegal waste dump near former Tuba City uranium mill (Arizona) August 2, 2007

USA U regulatory New Mexico Governor blasts NRC's efforts to create a Generic Environmental Impact Statement for Uranium Milling Facilities August 1, 2007

USA E project Construction work begins on MOX fuel plant; critics fear facility undermines international security (South Carolina) August 1, 2007

Russia (Asian part) E projectprotest Protesters against Angarsk enrichment center occupy building in Irkutsk and declare 'Baikal nuclear-free republic' (Siberia) August 1, 2007

Argentina E operating Dioxitek considers doubling of nuclear fuel production capacity (Argentina) August 1, 2007

United Kingdom D decommissioning Study confirms elevated depleted uranium concentrations in soil at Eskmeals (England) firing range July 31, 2007

United Kingdom D decommissioning Study confirms elevated depleted uranium concentrations in soil at Dundrennan (Scotland) firing range July 31, 2007

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Regulator withholds report on serious contamination of water and food from mining activities in Gauteng (South Africa) July 31, 2007

USA U project CF Industries to study feasibility of uranium recovery facility at Plant City Phosphate Complex (Florida) July 31, 2007

Uruguay U project Uruguay considers launching bid for uranium exploration July 30, 2007

USA E operating Waste from 50 years of uranium processing removed from Portsmouth enrichment plant site (Ohio) July 28, 2007

Canada U operating Comments invited on draft EIA guidelines for proposed mining of the Caribou ore body at McClean Lake (Saskatchewan) July 28, 2007

Australia Pakistan U trade Pakistan, too, wants Australian uranium, if India gets it July 27, 2007

Australia U projectindigenous Rio Tinto pledges to wait for Traditional Owners' consent on Jabiluka mine (Australia) July 27, 2007

France U E trade incident Leaking Yellow Cake container arrives at Comurhex Malvesi uranium conversion plant (France) July 26, 2007

USA U project Sumitomo Corp. (notorious for Tokai criticality accident) to join development of Roca Honda uranium mine project in New Mexico July 26, 2007

Australia India U trade Australia moves to sell uranium to India July 26, 2007

Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Environmental groups set up new protest camp at Angarsk against import of depleted uranium hexafluoride (Siberia) July 26, 2007

Namibia U regulatory After decades of ongoing uranium mining, the Namibian Chamber of Mines plans to develop radiation and environmental standards for uranium mines July 26, 2007

Niger U operating corporate Head of Areva Niger expelled July 26, 2007

Canada U projectprotestindigenous Firm files CDN$ 100 million suit against Algonquins over blockade of proposed uranium mine site (Ontario) July 26, 2007

India U trade incident Yellow Cake truck overturns in Andhra Pradesh (India) July 26, 2007

USA U project U.S. NRC announces meeting on planned uranium mill for Anderson mine (Arizona) July 25, 2007

Australia U projectindigenoussupporteconomy Aboriginal group to seek stakes in Western Australia uranium projects July 25, 2007

Malawi U project IAEA denies having sanctioned mining of uranium at Kayelekera, NGOs say (Malawi) July 25, 2007

Czech Rep. U project Uran Ltd tests uranium recovery potential from Pribram uranium mine waste dumps (Czech Republic) July 24, 2007

Namibia U project corporate Japanese company willing to develop uranium mine in Namibia July 24, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade UxC's Uranium spot price drops to $120.00 per lb U3O8 July 23, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC seeks public comment on Generic Environmental Impact Statement for uranium recovery operations July 23, 2007

India U project corporate No Foreign Direct Investment permitted in uranium mining in India July 23, 2007

USA U project License Application and Environmental Report for the reopening of the Shootaring Canyon uranium mill released (Utah) July 23, 2007

Russia (Asian part) E projectprotest One participant killed and seven injured at ecological protest camp against International Enrichment Center project at Angarsk (Siberia) July 21, 2007

France E operating health Areva presents study on health risks for residents from operation of nuclear facilities at the Tricastin site (France) July 20, 2007

Namibia U project Valencia uranium project Scoping Report EA and EMP issued (Namibia) July 20, 2007

Canada E operating incident environmental Cameco suspends operation of Port Hope conversion plant, after contaminants found in subsoil (Ontario) July 20, 2007

USA U project Uranium Energy Corp. completes remediation ordered at uranium exploration site in Goliad County (Texas) July 20, 2007

USA U operating Production starts from new wellfield at Kingsville Dome ISL mine (Texas) July 19, 2007

Malawi U project IAEA sanctions mining of uranium at Kayelekera (Malawi) July 19, 2007

Germany U project Restart of uranium mining in Eastern Germany still not profitable, Wismut says July 19, 2007

Canada U projectprotestindigenouseconomy Ontario Algonquins reject financial 'compensation' offer from uranium company July 18, 2007

Uganda U project Uganda halts granting of uranium concessions July 18, 2007

USA U project Energy Fuels to construct Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) July 18, 2007

France E operating incident Spill at Marcoule wastewater treatment plant (France) July 17, 2007

USA U project Uranium mill planned for Anderson mine (Arizona) July 17, 2007

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Revised Draft Remedial Action Plan for Moab uranium mill tailings relocation (Utah) July 16, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops by another $4 to $129.00 per lb U3O8 July 13, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC holds hearings on amendment to financial guarantee for Zircatec Port Hope fuel fabrication plant (Ontario) July 13, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC holds hearings on amendment to financial guarantee for Cameco Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) July 13, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC holds hearings on amendment to financial guarantee for Cameco Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) July 13, 2007

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Traditional Owner says No to mining of Koongarra uranium deposit in Kakadu park (Australia) July 13, 2007

USA U decommissioning incident Fire helicopter scoops water from uranium tailings pond (Washington) July 13, 2007

Australia U operating BHP considers export of unsmelted Olympic Dam copper / uranium concentrate to China July 12, 2007

USA U operating incident Fire at Cotter Corp.'s Schwartzwalder uranium mine (Colorado) July 10, 2007

USA U operating Cotter Corp. appeals state decision requiring compliance to stricter environmental regulations for reopening of western Colorado uranium mines July 10, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC resumes rulemaking process for groundwater protection at in situ leach uranium extraction facilities July 9, 2007

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project corporate Brinkley Mining PLC signs contract for uranium exploitation venture in DR Congo July 9, 2007

China,cont'l U project China says domestic uranium deposits are sufficient by 2020 only July 9, 2007

USA U operating incident environmental State identifies potential leak at Canon City uranium mill tailings impoundment (Colorado) July 9, 2007

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Algonquin First Nation protests against uranium exploration in Northern Frontenac County in eastern Ontario July 8, 2007

Niger U projectindigenous Chinese uranium prospector captured in Niger by Tuareg rebels July 7, 2007

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE announces expansion of Uranium Leasing Program July 6, 2007

Belgium U protest Activists open 'uranium mine' in front of Brussels head office of pro-nuclear Belgian party July 6, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops by another $2 to $133.00 per lb U3O8 July 6, 2007

Vietnam India U project India to assist Vietnam with uranium ore processing technology July 6, 2007

Niger U operatingindigenous Niger rebels attack power plant in uranium mining area July 5, 2007

Spain U decommissioning health Medical tests extended to former uranium miners (Spain) July 5, 2007

South Africa U project Uranium resource in West Rand tailings doubled (South Africa) July 4, 2007

United Kingdom E decommissioning economy Study analyses economics of management options for UK uranium and plutonium stockpile July 4, 2007

USA E project Areva discloses sites considered for proposed U.S. centrifuge enrichment plant July 4, 2007

USA E operating Westinghouse Electric Co plans construction of new dry conversion process at Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) July 3, 2007

USA E operating U.S. NRC announces notice of license amendment, and opportunity to request a hearing for exemption to criticality accident requirements at BWX Technologies, Inc. Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) July 3, 2007

India U projectindigenousprotest Tribal organisation demands stop of mining in Nalgonda (Andhra Pradesh, India) July 3, 2007

Iraq D health Urinary isotopic analysis in the UK Armed Forces shows no evidence of depleted uranium absorption in combat and other personnel in Iraq July 2, 2007

USA U decommissioning Pilot study to improve groundwater restoration at Church Rock uranium mill tailings site by injection of alkalinity unsuccessful (New Mexico) June 30, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price drops by $3 to $135.00 per lb U3O8: first decline after 47 months June 29, 2007

USA U operating Denison's White Mesa Mill license renewal application available online (Utah) June 2007

USA E project U.S. DOE awards contract for downblending of U.S. Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) for commercial reactor use June 29, 2007

Netherlands E operating Draft license amendment on capacity increase of Urenco's Almelo enrichment plant to 4500 t SWU released for public comment (The Netherlands) June 28, 2007

Ukraine Korea, Rep. U project South Korea and Ukraine sign agreement on nuclear cooperation and development of uranium deposits June 28, 2007

Tajikistan U decommissioning IAEA assists Tajikistan to assess hazards from abandoned uranium mill tailings June 28, 2007

Namibia U project Forsys plans to mine Valencia deposit in giant open pit mine (Namibia) June 28, 2007

Canada E operating licensing CNSC issues new licenses for GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy Canada Inc.'s Toronto nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) - thereby introducing the new regulatory instrument of an unannounced 'public hearing' June 28, 2007

Canada E operating licensing CNSC issues new licenses for GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy Canada Inc.'s Peterborough nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) - thereby introducing the new regulatory instrument of an unannounced 'public hearing' June 28, 2007

Canada U project Uranium exploration permits issued on caribou calving grounds (Nunavut) June 27, 2007

Namibia U project Uramin invites tenders for construction of desalination plant for proposed Trekkopje mine (Namibia) June 27, 2007

Zambia U project Zambia to open uranium mine in Siavonga - Southern Province June 26, 2007

South Africa E project South Africa expected to begin enriching uranium by 2017 June 25, 2007

Canada U projectprotest Days of protest put uranium exploration at North Frontenac in eastern Ontario on hold June 25, 2007

India U operating Turamdih uranium mill inaugurated (India) June 25, 2007

India U project Bandugurang open pit mine inaugurated (India) June 25, 2007

India U operating Jaduguda uranium mill capacity increased by 74% (India) June 25, 2007

Canada U trade incident Semi Trailer hauling uranium oxide hits ditch after collision at highway intersection in Saskatchewan June 25, 2007

United Kingdom D health UK Health Protection Agency releases reports assessing uncertainties of uranium biokinetics with inhalation of depleted uranium June 2007

USA U decommissioning incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Wyoming DEQ on failure to meet monitoring requirements at ANC Gas Hills uranium mill tailings June 22, 2007

Canada U decommissioning Environmental assessment commenced for the Former Gunnar Mine Site Rehabilitation Project (Saskatchewan) June 22, 2007

USA U operating incident Major spill at Highland in-situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) June 22, 2007

Russia (Asian part) E operating Capacity of Angarsk uranium enrichment plant to increase almost 300% by 2015 (Russia) June 22, 2007

Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning trade Russia to terminate re-enrichment of imported depleted uranium tails, once current contracts expire June 22, 2007

Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning Russia plans to install two depleted uranium hexafluoride de-conversion plants June 22, 2007

USA U projectindigenousprotest All Indian Pueblo Council adopts resolution against uranium mining in the Mt. Taylor area (New Mexico) June 21, 2007

USA E project Areva plans to build Freedom Centrifuge uranium enrichment plant in USA June 21, 2007

Argentina U operating Judge prohibits works preparing production at Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) June 20, 2007

USA U decommissioning Contract awarded for relocation of first lot of Atlas Moab uranium tailings (Utah) June 20, 2007

USA U project Judge denies temporary stop of uranium exploration in Fall River County (South Dakota) June 20, 2007

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC alerts licensees after recent hydrogen fluoride exposures at fuel cycle facilities June 19, 2007

India U projectprotest 5-Night road blockade against uranium mining project in Meghalaya (India) June 19, 2007

Canada U project CNSC announces decision on environmental assessment for Areva's Midwest uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) June 19, 2007

Canada U project Denison Mines Inc. considers reopening of Elliot Lake mines (Ontario) June 19, 2007

Canada E operating Environmental Assessment commences for GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy Canada Inc.'s proposal to add a Low Enriched Uranium Fuel Bundle Manufacturing Line to its Peterborough nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) June 18, 2007

USA E operating Converdyn announces capacity increase at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) June 18, 2007

USA U regulatory Texas Governor signs Bill transferring regulatory authority for uranium mining to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) June 15, 2007

Ukraine U project Ukraine to achieve self-sufficiency in uranium by 2013 June 15, 2007

Australia E project Plan for uranium enrichment plant in Australia floated June 14, 2007

INTERNATIONAL D project WISE Uranium Project releases report on proposed Re-enrichment of depleted uranium tails in Gaseous Diffusion Plants June 14, 2007

India U projectprotest Majority at public hearing says no to uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) June 13, 2007

Argentina U project Agreement concluded for the re-opening of the Don Otto uranium mine (Argentina) June 12, 2007

Namibia U project Uramin plans to use in-pit heap-leaching for mining of Trekkopje deposit (Namibia) June 11, 2007

USA U decommissioning health ATSDR extends comment period for report about health hazards at former Midnite Mine Site (Washington) June 11, 2007

Zambia U decommissioning environmental Study commissioned on environmental and health hazards from wastes of former uranium mining in Kitwe area, Zambia June 11, 2007

India U projectprotest 36h general strike against proposed public hearing on uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) June 11, 2007

USA U operating Kennecott wants to store alternate feed material on site of currently idle Sweetwater mill for later processing (Wyoming) June 10, 2007

India U projectprotest Road blockade against proposed public hearing on uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) June 7, 2007

Russia (Asian part) E projectprotest Protest camp planned against the International Enrichment Center project at Angarsk (Russia) June 7, 2007

Russia (Asian part) U project Dolmatovsky ISL mine to double annual uranium production to 640 metric tons by 2010 (Russia) June 7, 2007

Argentina U operating economy World Bank interested in financing restart of Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) June 6, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Tradetech's Uranium spot price reaches $138.00 per lb U3O8, exceeding inflation-adjusted production cost of former Wismut mines in Germany June 1, 2007

Russia (Asian part) U operating Resettlement planned of 2000 residents living near Krasnokamensk uranium mine / Production increase expected (Russia) June 1, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. GAO report finds DOE study on phosgene hazard in DU cylinders was flawed May 31, 2007

USA U decommissioning environmental State agency unable to raise funds for well testing required to prove elevated contaminant concentrations in residential wells near Grants are attributable to former uranium mining activities (New Mexico) May 31, 2007

USA E project USEC starts construction of American Centrifuge Plant (Ohio) May 31, 2007

Kazakhstan U project Pilot production to begin shortly at West Mynkuduk uranium mine project (Kazakhstan) May 31, 2007

Kazakhstan U trade Kazakhstan to sell nuclear fuel to China, Japan, and Europe by 2013 May 31, 2007

USA U operating Crow Butte Resources requests license amendment for expansion of in situ leach mine (Nebraska) May 30, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $133.00 per lb U3O8 May 30, 2007

USA D decommissioning Contaminated material being removed from site of former National Lead Colonie depleted uranium ammunition plant (New York) May 30, 2007

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) May 29, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC to approve cleanup after depleted uranium use as catalyst in Exxon refinery in Billings, Montana May 29, 2007

Kazakhstan U project Cameco and Kazatomprom to double future production of Inkai ISL mine (Kazakhstan) May 28, 2007

Kazakhstan E project corporate Cameco and Kazatomprom to cooperate on uranium conversion plant project in Kazakhstan May 28, 2007

Malawi U projectprotest NGO's file legal action against Kayelekera uranium mine project (Malawi) May 28, 2007

Myanmar U project Myanmar government intensifies exploration for uranium May 24, 2007

Hungary U project Companies to investigate potential for uranium extraction from Hungarian coal ash May 24, 2007

Czech Rep. U operating Czech cabinet approves continuation of uranium mining at Rozna mine May 24, 2007

Canada U decommissioning CNSC approves replacement of Rio Algom Limited's effluent treatment plant at the decommissioned Stanleigh Mine near Elliot Lake (Ontario) May 22, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $125.00 per lb U3O8 May 21, 2007

France E operating economy Areva invests Euro 240 million to increase capacity of Comurhex uranium conversion plant in Malvesi (France) May 21, 2007

France E operating economy Areva invests Euro 370 million to increase capacity of Comurhex uranium conversion plant in Tricastin (France) May 21, 2007

India U project Australia to invest in uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) May 21, 2007

Ukraine U trade Ukraine suspends uranium exports May 19, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D trade Public prosecutor drops charge against Urenco concerning depleted uranium exports from Germany to Russia May 18, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $122.00 per lb U3O8 May 18, 2007

South Africa U project First production of ammonium diuranate at Dominion Reefs uranium mine (South Africa) May 18, 2007

USA U decommissioning environmental New study finds Exxon Highland pit lake will not contaminate groundwater (Wyoming) May 17, 2007

USA U decommissioningprotestindigenous One-man 'occupation' of Slim Buttes protests slow clean-up of old uranium mines (South Dakota) May 17, 2007

China,cont'l U project CNNC agrees to buy uranium to be recovered from Chinese uranium coal ash May 17, 2007

South Africa U project Mintails announces inferred uranium resource for recovery from West Rand gold tailings (South Africa) May 17, 2007

Canada U operating CNSC confirms order to Earth Sciences to clean up Calgary uranium recovery plant (Alberta) May 16, 2007

Canada U operating Lower production estimates announced for McClean Lake mine (Saskatchewan) May 16, 2007

USA E D operating Life extension of Paducah enrichment plant by re-enrichment of depleted uranium? (Kentucky) May 16, 2007

USA E operating licensing License Renewal issued for Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) May 15, 2007

Niger U operating environment NGOs demand immediate removal of radioactive material found in the streets of Akokan (Niger) May 15, 2007

Russia (Asian part) U project Techsnabexport to develop 8 uranium deposits in South Yakutia (Russia) May 15, 2007

Namibia Russia (Asian part) U project Russian firms sign memorandum to produce uranium in Namibia May 14, 2007

Netherlands Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests in Almelo (Netherlands) against depleted uranium exports to Russia May 13, 2007

Germany France E tradeprotest Protest at French/German border against UF6 rail transports May 12, 2007

Australia U project economy Rio Tinto begins work on new pre-feasibility study for Kintyre uranium mine project (Western Australia) May 12, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U operating 2006 World uranium production decreased by 5% May 11, 2007

India U project Public hearing scheduled on proposed Mawthabah uranium project (India) May 10, 2007

Russia (Asian part) E project Russia and Kazakhstan sign deal on international enrichment center project at Angarsk May 10, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests against depleted uranium transport from Gronau (Germany) to Russia May 9, 2007

Namibia U project Bannerman expedites mining studies for Goanikontes project (Namibia) May 8, 2007

Canada U project Review Board recommends rejection of uranium exploration at Screech Lake property for cultural impacts (Northwest Territories, Canada) May 8, 2007

Jordan U project Jordan says it has the uranium needed for its nuclear program May 5, 2007

India U project UCIL seeks police help as displaced people disrupt mining at Bandugurang uranium mine project (Jharkhand) May 5, 2007

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC reveals spill of high-enriched uranium at NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant (Tennessee) May 4, 2007

South Africa U operating AngloGold offers to process waste containing uranium for rivals (South Africa) May 4, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price jumps to $120.00 per lb U3O8 May 4, 2007

Canada U project Cameco releases investigation reports on Cigar Lake floods; concedes deficient development of mine led to flood (Saskatchewan) May 4, 2007

Niger U project Niger to triple uranium production in the next few years May 3, 2007

Germany D tradeprotest Protests at E.ON Annual Shareholders Meeting against Urenco's depleted uranium exports to Russia May 3, 2007

Namibia U project Desalination plant for Valencia uranium mine project required (Namibia) May 3, 2007

Kazakhstan Japan U trade Japan signs agreements with Kazakhstan for procurement of 30% of its uranium demand May 3, 2007

USA U project Residents voice concern over proposed Centennial uranium mine project (Colorado) May 3, 2007

USA U regulatory Residents fear Texas uranium bill would remove their right to a hearing before granting of permits May 2, 2007

Namibia U project TV crew threatened with legal action for filming at public meeting on Valencia uranium mine project (Namibia) May 2, 2007

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA to clean up residential properties contaminated from former Northeast Church Rock uranium mine site (New Mexico) May 1, 2007

USA U project sxr Uranium One Inc. purchases Shootaring Canyon Uranium Mill from U.S. Energy Corp. (Utah) April 30, 2007

Australia U regulatory Australian Labor Party scraps ban on new uranium mines April 28, 2007

Australia Russia (Asian part) U traderegulatory Negotiations started for export of Australian uranium to Russia April 27, 2007

Germany U decommissioning German federal garden festival opens in former Wismut uranium mining area in Thuringia April 27, 2007

France E operating Government authorizes further capacity increase for MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) April 26, 2007

USA U decommissioning ATSDR releases report about health hazards at former Midnite Mine Site (Washington) April 26, 2007

South Africa U project DRDGold forms Joint Venture to reopen idle gold mines to dig for uranium (South Africa) April 26, 2007

United Kingdom D decommissioning Nuclear Installations Inspectorate continues to press British Nuclear Group to deal with hazard from uranium hexafluoride tails stored at Capenhurst (United Kingdom) April 26, 2007

USA D decommissioning Town Meeting approves Zoning Bylaw change to improve future cleanup of Nuclear Metals/Starmet Superfund Site (Massachusetts) April 25, 2007

USA E decommissioning Spraying of former Gore uranium conversion plant wastes as fertilizer results in excess contamination of forage, again (Oklahoma) April 25, 2007

USA U projectprotest Protests against HRI's Crownpoint uranium mine project held at public hearing (New Mexico) April 24, 2007

Kazakhstan U project corporate Japanese utilities acquire indirect participation in Kharasan uranium mine project (Kazakhstan) April 24, 2007

USA U project Strathmore files Notice of Intent to file license application for Roca Honda uranium mine project (New Mexico) April 23, 2007

Serbia D health Study finds no significant exposure to DU in German peacekeeping personnel serving in the Balkans and Kosovo/Southern Serbia residents April 23, 2007

Armenia Russia (Asian part) U project Russia enters uranium mining joint venture in Armenia April 23, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC holds hearing on EA Guidelines for Slightly Enriched Uranium CANDU Fuel Production proposal at Zircatec Port Hope fuel fabrication plant (Ontario) April 21, 2007

Canada U projectprotest NGOs and local government oppose uranium exploration and mining near proposed Kuururjuaq Park in Nunavik (Quebec) April 20, 2007

Niger U project One person killed and several wounded in raid at Imouraren uranium prospector camp (Niger) April 20, 2007

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment finding no significant environmental impact for license renewal of Westinghouse Electric Co. Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) April 19, 2007

USA U project Powertech initiates permitting process for Centennial mine project (Colorado) April 19, 2007

China,cont'l U project China to set up strategic uranium reserve April 18, 2007

Australia U project economy Scoping study shows economical viability of Westmoreland uranium mine project (Queensland, Australia) April 17, 2007

USA U project Mosaic Co., CF Industries considering uranium extraction from phosphate rock (Florida) April 16, 2007

Sweden U project Continental Precious Minerals Inc. appeals denial of prospecting permit in Billingen (Sweden) April 15, 2007

SCIENCE D health Study finds particulate depleted uranium causes toxic effects and chromosome breakage on human lung cells April 14, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC approves upgrade of incinerator at Cameco Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) April 13, 2007

USA E project licensing USEC Receives American Centrifuge Plant License (Ohio) April 13, 2007

Mongolia Russia (Asian part) U project Russia, Mongolia to jointly prospect, produce, process uranium April 13, 2007

Namibia U project Preliminary environmental assessment for Valencia mine to be presented at public meetings (Namibia) April 13, 2007

Australia European Union U trade European Union wants bigger slice of Australia's future uranium sales April 12, 2007

Canada U operating CNSC approves ferric sulphate production circuit at the McClean Lake mill (Saskatchewan) April 11, 2007

USA U project U.S. NRC announces site tour for Strathmore's Roca Honda uranium mill project, Grants Mineral District, New Mexico April 10, 2007

USA U project Rio Grande Resources Corp plans uranium mill project in Grants Mineral District, New Mexico; U.S. NRC announces site tour April 10, 2007

Canada U project Nunatsiavut government hosting public meetings to hear concerns about proposed Melody Lake uranium mine (Labrador) April 10, 2007

Canada U project Areva/UEX plan 950 m deep exploration shaft at Shea Creek (Saskatchewan) April 10, 2007

USA European Union E trade U.S. NRC issues export license for enrichment of Chinese origin uranium at Urenco's European plants April 9, 2007

Malawi U project Mining license issued for Kayelekera uranium mine project (Malawi) April 9, 2007

Spain U decommissioning worker Former Andujar uranium mill workers still fighting for compensation (Spain) April 8, 2007

Sweden U project Demonstration against uranium exploration in Roerva Ttnet (Sweden) April 7, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price jumps to $113.00 per lb U3O8 April 6, 2007

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC schedules conference with Areva to discuss apparent violations at its Richland, Wash. fuel facility April 6, 2007

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC issues license renewal for BWX Technologies, Inc., Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) April 6, 2007

Malawi U project NGOs seek court injunction to stop uranium mine project at Kayelekera (Malawi) April 5, 2007

Namibia U project Desalination plant for Trekkopje uranium mine project required (Namibia) April 5, 2007

USA U project incident Uranium Energy Corp. receives notice of violation for failure to reclaim uranium exploration drill sites at Goliad (Texas) April 4, 2007

USA E project U.S. NRC announces public meeting on application by Shaw Areva MOX Services to operate MOX fuel fabrication facility (South Carolina) April 4, 2007

Gabon U decommissioning NGOs denounce health and environmental situation at Areva's former Mounana uranium mine, Gabon April 4, 2007

Australia U project corporate Chinese corporation given green light for investment in Australian uranium company April 4, 2007

USA U operating licensing COGEMA Mining, Inc. requests reversal of license for its Irigaray/Christensen Ranch in-situ leach facilities from decommissioning to operating status (Wyoming) April 3, 2007

USA E project Public Interest groups file brief to challenge license for proposed New Mexico uranium enrichment plant April 3, 2007

Canada U project Cameco issues Technical Report on Cigar Lake project covering impacts of water inflow (Saskatchewan) April 3, 2007

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE invites comment on Draft Supplement Analysis for Disposal of Depleted Uranium Oxide Conversion Product generated from DOE's inventory of Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride April 3, 2007

USA E operating licensing GNF requests 40-year license renewal for Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) April 2, 2007

Netherlands D tradeprotest Greenpeace takes legal action against depleted uranium exports from Urenco Almelo (Netherlands) to Russia April 2, 2007

Canada U decommissioning Government of Canada and Province of Saskatchewan launch first phase of cleanup of legacy uranium mines April 2, 2007

Malawi U project Kayelekera uranium mine project receives environmental approval (Malawi) April 2, 2007

Australia U operating ERA announces expected Ranger mine production losses due to heavy rainfall (Australia) April 2, 2007

Argentina U operating environment Wine producers of San Rafael summon investigation on impacts of Sierra Pintada uranium mine on their product (Argentina) April 1, 2007

France U decommissioning environmental Unannounced sampling of effluents finds no exceeding of standards at former uranium mine sites in Limousin area (France) March 31, 2007

Namibia U project Trekkopje uranium mine project to launch commercial production in late 2008 (Namibia) March 30, 2007

South Africa U project Uramin Inc. plans to build Ryst Kuil uranium mine (South Africa) March 30, 2007

Central African Rep. U project Uramin Inc. plans to build Bakouma uranium mine (CAR) March 30, 2007

USA E regulatory NRC solicits comments on Regulatory Guide on Quality Assurance for Radiological Monitoring Programs March 30, 2007

Canada U project CEAA offers participant funding for Environmental Assessment of Midwest uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) March 30, 2007

France E operating incident Regulator cites Eurodif for failure to report criticality-related event in enrichment plant (France) March 29, 2007

Canada U project Pele Mountain advances Mine Planning Studies on Elliot Lake mine project (Ontario) March 29, 2007

Australia U project Development Studies of Ben Lomond mine project commenced (Australia) March 29, 2007

USA U project Lawsuit challenges uranium exploration permit in Black Hills (South Dakota) March 29, 2007

USA E operating U.S. DOE issues Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for Surplus Plutonium Disposition at the Savannah River Site (South Carolina) March 28, 2007

USA D decommissioning Relocation of depleted uranium from former SFC Gore plant (Oklahoma) to Nevada completed March 28, 2007

China,cont'l U decommissioning protest Chinese uranium whistleblower faces further harassment March 27, 2007

Sweden U projectprotest Protests against start of drilling for uranium exploration at Klaeppibaecken site (Sweden) March 27, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC announces hearing on upgrade of incinerator at Cameco Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) March 27, 2007

United Kingdom D health UK Depleted Uranium Oversight Board completes final report March 26, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests at E.ON headquarter against Urenco's depleted uranium exports to Russia March 26, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $95.00 per lb U3O8 March 23, 2007

ICRP R regulatory ICRP approves new fundamental Recommendations on radiological protection March 23, 2007

Germany U decommissioning Relocation of Wismut's landmark waste rock piles in Thuringia completed March 23, 2007

Canada U decommissioning CNSC extends expiry date of operating licence for former Beaverlodge mine (Saskatchewan) March 23, 2007

Belgium D regulatory Belgian parliament adopts ban on uranium weapons March 22, 2007

Canada U operating CNSC approves changes at Key Lake mill to reduce contaminant concentrations in mill effluent (Saskatchewan) March 22, 2007

France E decommissioning ASN orders CEA to clear former Cadarache MOX fuel plant of all nuclear material by end June 2008 (France) March 21, 2007

Canada U project Cameco expects 2-year delay for Cigar Lake mine startup (Saskatchewan) March 18, 2007

Namibia U project Langer Heinrich uranium mine officially opened (Namibia) March 16, 2007

USA E project U.S. NRC provides opportunity to request hearing on license request for MOX fuel plant in South Carolina March 15, 2007

USA E project U.S. NRC provides an opportunity to request a hearing on the license renewal request for AREVA NP Inc. Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) March 15, 2007

Australia U operating Fishermen slam site selection for proposed water desalination plant for Olympic Dam mine expansion (Australia) March 15, 2007

Canada U decommissioning CNSC announces hearing on replacement of Rio Algom Limited's effluent treatment plant at the decommissioned Stanleigh Mine near Elliot Lake (Ontario) March 14, 2007

Canada E operating CNSC approves EA screening results on upgrade of incinerator at Cameco Blind River uranium refinery and announces hearing (Ontario) March 14, 2007

South Africa U project economy Uramin preparing Definitive Feasibility Study for Ryst Kuil uranium mine project, South Africa March 13, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $91.00 per lb U3O8 March 12, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $90.00 per lb U3O8 March 9, 2007

Japan E operating Plutonium separated from Japanese spent fuel continues to be piled up March 2, 2007

USA U project Permitting activities initiated on the Sky ISL project (Wyoming) March 2, 2007

Malawi U project Paladin Resources' Kayelekera Uranium Project in Malawi, Africa would not be approved in Australia, conclude independent reviewers March 1, 2007

Australia U operating incident Heavy rainfall stops uranium mining at Ranger (Australia) March 1, 2007

South Africa U project Processing of uranium ore commences at Dominion Reefs mine (South Africa) March 1, 2007

Canada U decommissioning CNSC to hold hearing on results of Environmental Assessment Screening regarding Rio Algom's proposal to replace effluent treatment plant at the decommissioned Stanleigh Mine (Elliot Lake, Ontario) March 1, 2007

Pakistan U project Pakistan prepares $600 million plan for exploring and mining uranium deposits March 1, 2007

USA U operating licensing IUC submits license renewal application for its White Mesa Mill February 28, 2007

USA U project licensing License application for La Palangana ISL uranium mine (Texas) February 28, 2007

Japan Russia (Asian part) E projectprotest Russian and Japanese NGOs oppose Japan's plan to contract Russia for enrichment of recycled uranium February 28, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests against depleted uranium transport from Gronau (Germany) to Russia February 28, 2007

Germany E operating Underfeeding at Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant results in reasons for tails exports to Russia becoming obsolete February 27, 2007

USA U decommissioning Flood event downs fence at Church Rock uranium mill tailings site; UNC chasing cattle... (New Mexico) February 26, 2007

USA E operating incident worker health Employee burned with hydrofluoric acid at Westinghouse Electric Co's Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) February 26, 2007

USA D decommissioning Depleted uranium contamination discovered at Schofield Barracks Firing Range, Oahu, Hawaii February 26, 2007

Canada E operating licensing CNSC issues license renewal for Cameco Blind River Uranium Refinery (Ontario) February 26, 2007

Canada E operating licensing CNSC issues license renewal for Cameco Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) February 26, 2007

Canada E operating licensing CNSC issues license renewal for Zircatec Port Hope fuel fabrication plant (Ontario) February 26, 2007

USA U decommissioning environmental Radon release rate from reclaimed Homestake Grants uranium mill tailings site exceeds standard (New Mexico) February 23, 2007

Namibia U project corporate Russian companies form Joint Venture to produce uranium in Namibia February 23, 2007

Malawi U project Paladin obtains approval for development of Kayelekera uranium mine project (Malawi) February 23, 2007

ICRP R health ICRP issues draft report on interpretation of bioassay data for consultation February 22, 2007

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA invites comment on settlement concerning Starmet CMI Barnwell Superfund Site (South Carolina) February 22, 2007

Czech Rep. U operating corporate Czech Republic rejects Uran Ltd offer to buy stake in Rozna uranium mine, investigates further extension of mine life beyond 2008 February 22, 2007

Japan Russia (Asian part) E project Japan to contract Russia for enrichment of recycled uranium February 22, 2007

USA U operating Cotter Corp. challenges Colorado state ruling to deny direct disposal of contaminated soils from Maywood, NJ, at Canon City mill February 21, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $85.00 per lb U3O8 February 19, 2007

Canada U project Exploration drilling in Melody Lake, Labrador, solely approved subject to third-party environmental monitoring February 19, 2007

Namibia U operating Rio Tinto may further extend Roessing mine life to 2021 (Namibia) February 19, 2007

Czech Rep. U operating corporate Uran Ltd submits proposal for acquisition of interest in Rozna uranium mine (Czech Republic) February 19, 2007

India U operating incident protest environmental NGOs file petition concerning tailings pipeline burst at Jaduguda (India) February 17, 2007

USA D decommissioning incident Relocation of depleted uranium from former SFC Gore plant (Oklahoma) to Nevada suspended after leakage February 16, 2007

United Kingdom E operating licensing UK Environment Agency invites comment on review of radioactive waste authorisations for Urenco Capenhurst February 15, 2007

USA D decommissioning incident Depleted uranium contamination exceeds standard at former Aerojet Chino Hills ordnance test site(California) February 15, 2007

Australia U project Curnamona Energy Ltd. announces field leach trial at Oban property (South Australia) February 14, 2007

Namibia U regulatory Namibia places moratorium on new prospection licenses for uranium February 14, 2007

USA E project USEC reports cost increase and delay for American Centrifuge enrichment plant project (Ohio) February 13, 2007

USA U projectprotestindigenous Navajos file petition against uranium in-situ leach mining in Churchrock/Crownpoint, New Mexico February 12, 2007

Canada U project CNSC to hold hearing on Areva's Environmental Assessment Track Report for Midwest uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) February 9, 2007

USA U decommissioning Relocation of Moab tailings to take more than 20 years (Utah) February 9, 2007

India U project Indian government acquires land for Pulivendula uranium mine project (Andhra Pradesh) February 8, 2007

USA D decommissioning Depleted uranium being relocated from former SFC Gore plant (Oklahoma) to Nevada February 7, 2007

France U decommissioning environmental Pluralist expert group releases first report on uranium mill tailings deposits in Limousin area (France) February 6, 2007

Slovakia U projectprotest Greenpeace holds protest action against Jahodna uranium mine project in Slovakia at Tournigan Gold Corp.'s annual meeting in Vancouver February 2, 2007

USA U operating licensing Utah Radiation Control Board upholds permit for alternate feed processing of material from FMRI's Muskogee Facility at UC's White Mesa uranium mill February 2, 2007

USA U project U.S. NRC permits Reynolds Ranch uranium in-situ leach site as satellite facility of Smith Ranch-Highland Uranium Project (Wyoming) January 31, 2007

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests against depleted uranium export from Gronau (Germany) to Russia January 31, 2007

INTERNATIONAL U trade Uranium spot price reaches $75.00 per lb U3O8 January 29, 2007

Canada E project CNSC holds panel hearing on Port Hope Long-Term Low-Level Radioactive Waste Management Project (Ontario) January 24, 2007

USA U operating PRI submits application for deep disposal well at Smith Ranch in situ-leach uranium mine (Wyoming) January 22, 2007

UNITED NATIONS D UNEP finds no evidence of depleted uranium weapons use in Lebanon January 2007

USA U decommissioning Claim stakes found on Maybell tailings disposal site (Colorado) January 2007

USA U decommissioning Beaver dam removed at Burrell tailings disposal site (Pennsylvania) January 2007

Finland U project Areva denied further uranium exploration licences in Finland January 19, 2007

Kazakhstan U project Kazakhstan plans to increase uranium production by 31% in 2007

January 18, 2007

ICRP R regulatory ICRP releases revised draft text of next fundamental Recommendations January 12, 2007

Central African Rep. U project economy UraMin Inc. commissions feasibility study for its Bakouma Uranium Project (Central African Republic) January 11, 2007

Australia U projectindigenoussupport Western Desert Lands Aboriginal Corporation approves uranium exploration on Aboriginal land (Western Australia) January 10, 2007

France E operating incident ASN upgrades Cadarache MOX fuel plant incident to level 2 on INES scale (France) January 9, 2007

USA D operating incident Unplanned fire and explosion of a depleted uranium armor package at Lima Army Tank Plant (Ohio) January 9, 2007

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning No damage to Kyrgyz uranium mill tailings dams from earthquake January 9, 2007

Canada U decommissioning Contract awarded for remediation work at former Port Radium mine (Northwest Territories, Canada) January 8, 2007

USA U operating Sweetwater uranium mill no longer for sale (Wyoming) January 8, 2007

Japan U project Japanese government to subsidize overseas uranium exploration January 6, 2007

Australia China,cont'l U trade Australia and China ratify agreements on nuclear cooperation and uranium exports January 5, 2007

Australia U trade Export license issued for Honeymoon uranium ISL project (Australia) January 4, 2007

USA E trade incident Uranium hexafluoride truck involved in accident near Paducah (Kentucky) January 4, 2007

China,cont'l U decommissioning protest Chinese uranium whistleblower faces further harassment

environmental German radiation protection authority releases monitoring results for radon in former uranium mining areas December 31, 2009

USA E operating NFS to temporarily shut down most operations at Erwin nuclear fuel plant during safety changes after incidents (Tennessee) December 31, 2009

USA D project International Isotopes Inc. submits license application for Lea County depleted uranium deconversion facility (New Mexico) December 31, 2009

USA U operating environment Denison maintains that White Mesa mill is not the cause of excess nitrate and chloride concentrations found in groundwater at the mill site (Utah) December 30, 2009

USA D regulatory Utah Radiation Control Board invites public comment on proposed rule requiring site performance assessment for depleted uranium disposal at Clive December 30, 2009

USA U operating corporate U.S. NRC approves acquisition of Christensen Ranch and Irigaray uranium in-situ leach mines by Uranium One Inc. December 30, 2009

Kazakhstan U operating Kazakhstan world's largest uranium producer in 2009

December 30, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC extends exemptions for former Gunnar and Lorado uranium mine sites (Saskatchewan) December 29, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning economy Insufficient funding will halt cleanup at former Mydlovary uranium mill (Czech Republic) December 29, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning economy Large part of funds required for groundwater cleanup at former Straz in situ leach uranium mine in 2010 allocated in last minute (Czech Republic) December 29, 2009

Iran Kazakhstan U trade Report: Iran seeking to smuggle raw uranium from Kazakhstan December 29, 2009

Spain E trade incident Spanish Supreme Court confirms Euro 1 million fine for Enusa for negligence leading to inadvertent transport of nuclear fuel to the USA December 29, 2009

Russia (Asian part) U project Public hearing held on proposed mining of Berezovoy uranium deposit (Russia) December 28, 2009

Australia U decommissioning Cleanup of former Hunters Hill uranium mill site to include demolition of a building that was repeatedly declared safe (Australia) December 28, 2009

USA D project Depleted uranium oxide recovered from planned Lea County (New Mexico) deconversion plant to be disposed of at low level radwaste dump site December 24, 2009

Canada E regulatory CNSC releases regulatory document and guidance on nuclear criticality safety for comment (Canada) December 23, 2009

Canada U project CNSC approves Cigar Lake uranium mine construction license renewal (Saskatchewan) December 23, 2009

Finland U regulatory Legislative proposal for new Mining Act brought before Finnish Parliament December 22, 2009

Russia (Asian part) U project Russia to acquire foreign uranium assets December 22, 2009

India U project India's need for uranium to grow 10-fold by 2020 December 21, 2009

Namibia U project licensing Mining license application filed for Etango uranium mine project, while feasibility study only just started (Namibia) December 21, 2009

Mongolia U project corporate Mitsubishi Corporation joins Areva with uranium exploration in Mongolia December 21, 2009

USA D decommissioning Protest held against depleted uranium shipment to Clive disposal site (Utah) December 19, 2009

USA U project licensing Mine Unit 1 Data Package submitted for the Lost Creek Permit to Mine Application (Wyoming) December 18, 2009

Czech Rep. U operating incident worker Miner dies in rockfall accident at Rozna uranium mine (Czech Republic) December 18, 2009

Russia (Asian part) D project Russia's first depleted uranium hexafluoride deconversion plant starts operation December 18, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE agrees to suspend depleted uranium disposal at Clive (Utah) December 18, 2009

United Kingdom E operating incident Three safety related equipment items found out of operation at Capenhurst enrichment plant, after Urenco forgets maintenance (United Kingdom) December 17, 2009

USA U projectprotest Closed-door consultation with regulators on proposed Centennial uranium in situ leach mine criticized (Colorado) December 17, 2009

USA E project corporate USEC withdraws plan to transfer control of American Centrifuge plant to subsidiary (Ohio) December 17, 2009

Canada U projectprotest Trade associations join opposition to uranium exploration at Lac Kachiwiss (Quebec) December 16, 2009

USA U project General Atomics' subsidiary Rio Grande Resources Corp defers uranium mill project in Grants Mineral District by at least one year (New Mexico) December 15, 2009

Canada U operating McClean Lake mill to be shut down in mid-2010 (Saskatchewan) December 15, 2009

USA D decommissioning Utah asks U.S. DOE to halt depleted uranium shipment to Clive disposal site; DOE goes on unimpressed December 15, 2009

USA U decommissioning State awards contract for assessment of some abandoned uranium mines (New Mexico) December 14, 2009

Japan E project JNFL postpones start of construction of Rokkasho-mura MOX fuel plant (Japan) December 14, 2009

Namibia U project Bannerman Resources proceeds with Definitive Feasibility Study for Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) December 14, 2009

Canada U projectprotest Demonstration at Sept-iles against uranium exploration and mining in Quebec December 13, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC denies self guarantee of decommissioning funding for Honeywell Metropolis uranium conversion plant (Illinois) December 11, 2009

Canada U project Terra Ventures Inc. puts uranium exploration at controversial Lac Kachiwiss project on hold (Quebec) December 11, 2009

Canada U project health Quebec to study effects of uranium exploration and mining on public health December 11, 2009

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning General Prosecutor's Office demands Mailuu-Suu local authorities to remedy violations at uranium tailings (Kyrgyzstan) December 11, 2009

Australia U project licensing Court to review Federal approval of Beverley Four Mile ISL uranium mine (South Australia) December 11, 2009

Australia U project economy Development of Crocker Well uranium mine project not feasible (South Australia) December 11, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC holding unhearing on installation of berms at the outlet of the Halfmoon Wetland at the decommissioned Stanrock Mine near Elliot Lake, Ontario December 10, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE ready to start shipments of depleted uranium for disposal in Utah, in spite of ongoing rulemaking process December 10, 2009

India U project economy Uranium shortfall still idles India's nuclear power plants December 10, 2009

France U decommissioning environmental New NGO to monitor radiation at former uranium mine sites in the Limousin area (France) December 9, 2009

Canada U project Government agencies sign Project Agreement on federal review of Midwest uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) December 9, 2009

France E project First cascade of Georges Besse II centrifuge enrichment plant starts operation (France) December 9, 2009

USA U operating incident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to Cameco Resources for multiple failures at Highland ISL site December 8, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC issues Notice of License Amendment Request for approval of Decommissioning Plan for Westinghouse Hematite nuclear fuel plant and Opportunity To Request a Hearing (Missouri) December 8, 2009

India Russia (Asian part) E trade India and Russia sign civil nuclear agreement, ensuring nuclear fuel supply December 8, 2009

Gabon U decommissioning environmental Survey still identifies elevated radiation levels around decommissioned Mounana uranium mine site (Gabon) December 7, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC releases draft Supplement to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for the Lost Creek uranium in-situ leach project for comment (Wyoming) December 7, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC releases draft Supplement to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for the Moore Ranch uranium in-situ leach project for comment (Wyoming) December 7, 2009

France Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest At Cherbourg (France), Greenpeace blocks train carrying depleted uranium hexafluoride destined for Russia December 7, 2009

Indonesia China,cont'l U trade Export of uranium-containing tailings from Indonesia to China taking place unregulated since 2005 December 7, 2009

USA U project Uranium ore production commences at Daneros mine (Utah) December 7, 2009

USA U project licensing Draft license for Palangana in-situ leach uranium project open for comment (Texas) December 4, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC releases draft Supplement to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for the Nichols Ranch uranium in-situ leach project for comment (Wyoming) December 4, 2009

USA U decommissioning Uranium mill tailings at vicinity properties still an issue at Grand Junction (Colorado) December 4, 2009

Romania Angola U project economy Romania to invest in uranium exploration in Angola December 2, 2009

Ukraine U regulatory Ukrainian President signs earlier vetoed law on social protection of population living near uranium ore processing plants December 2, 2009

Spain U project economy Positive scoping study announced for Salamanca Uranium Project (Spain) December 2, 2009

Australia U operating protest Protest in Adelaide against expansion plans for Olympic Dam uranium mine (South Australia) December 2, 2009

Russia (Asian part) U project Public hearings held on planned development of Lunnoye uranium/gold deposit (Yakutia, Russia) December 1, 2009

Ukraine U project Ukrainian President confirms ban on privatization of Novokostiantynivske uranium ore field December 1, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC extends completion date for clean-up of former Earth Sciences uranium recovery plant in Calgary (Alberta) November 30, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC renews Waste Facility Operating Licence for former Beaverlodge uranium mine and mill site (Saskatchewan) November 30, 2009

Canada U projectprotest Nunavut group launches uranium mining petition (Canada) November 30, 2009

Canada India U traderegulatory Canada, India ink nuclear agreement November 30, 2009

India U project incident health worker Worker dies in blasting accident at Pulivendula uranium project (Andhra Pradesh, India) November 28, 2009

France E operating incident Nuclear Safety Authority condemns poor management of Areva/Comurhex Pierrelatte uranium conversion plant (France) November 27, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Treatment plant inaugurated for processing of brines generated during groundwater restoration of former Straz pod Ralskem uranium ISL site (Czech Republic) November 27, 2009

Iran E project IAEA's board censures construction of enrichment plant in Iran November 27, 2009

Russia (Asian part) E project trade IAEA governors approve first nuclear fuel bank plan November 27, 2009

Australia U projectprotest Indigenous leader maintains protest against Yeelirrie uranium project (Western Australia) November 27, 2009

Malawi U project Malawi invites power firms to develop hydro power scheme for Kayelekera uranium mine November 27, 2009

Netherlands D regulatory protest Netherlands Parliament approves motion for a moratorium on depleted uranium weapons November 26, 2009

Niger U operating environment Greenpeace survey still finds excessive radiation levels in Niger's uranium mining towns November 26, 2009

Canada U decommissioning Public comment invited on draft guidelines for Environmental Impact Assessment of Former Lorado Mine Site Rehabilitation Project (Saskatchewan) November 25, 2009

Australia U projectprotest Protest in Alice Springs against proposed uranium mine at Angela and Pamela deposits (Australia) November 24, 2009

Brazil U operating incident INB fined for not immediately reporting spill at Caetite uranium mill (Brazil) November 20, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Reclamation of Halde 278 legacy waste rock pile in Gruenstadt completed (Germany) November 20, 2009

USA D decommissioning regulatory Public comment invited on Utah's revised proposal to impose additional conditions on depleted uranium disposal at Clive, until NRC's rulemaking process on DU disposal is completed November 19, 2009

USA E operating incident Fire in UF6 cylinder sublimation station at NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant (Tennessee) November 19, 2009

USA U decommissioning Public comment invited on cleanup of San Mateo Uranium Mine (New Mexico) November 19, 2009

Australia U project Referral documents lodged for environmental assessment of Lake Maitland uranium project (Western Australia) November 19, 2009

Russia (Asian part) Kazakhstan E project Russo-Kazakhstani joint-venture plans another enrichment plant at Angarsk (Russia) November 19, 2009

Russia (Asian part) E operating Rosatom announces plans to increase Angarsk enrichment plant capacity by 50% - in view of international enrichment center project (Russia) November 19, 2009

Canada India U traderegulatory Canada to allow uranium exports to India soon November 18, 2009

USA U project Application filed for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) November 18, 2009

Australia U project First commercial production from Mullaquana ISL project expected end 2011 (South Australia) November 18, 2009

India U project Uranium mining to start in Bhima belt soon; civilian use of uranium produced not assured (Karnataka, India) November 17, 2009

France E operating incident Uranium-containing slurries detected in rainwater collection system of FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) November 17, 2009

South Africa U trade South Africa in talks on nuclear trade with Non-NPT countries - despite prohibitions by Treaty of Pelindaba November 17, 2009

South Africa India U trade Treaty of Pelindaba prohibits African uranium exports to India November 17, 2009

USA U operating incident U.S. NRC cites Cameco for failure to decommission in-situ leach mine units at Smith Ranch in time (Wyoming) November 16, 2009

ICRP R health ICRP releases statement on radon, revises risk coefficient November 16, 2009

Canada U projectregulatory Moratorium on uranium exploration in Quebec denied (Canada) November 16, 2009

USA U project Groups sue BLM over reopening of Arizona 1 uranium mine near Grand Canyon (Arizona) November 16, 2009

USA D health ATSDR is no longer convinced that no health hazards exist from inadvertent DU ammunition use in Vieques (Puerto Rico) November 13, 2009

Sweden E operating health incident worker Excessive uranium levels found in urine of Westinghouse Vaesteraas fuel facility workers (Sweden) November 13, 2009

Canada U project Environmental Impact Study for Matoush uranium exploration project available (Quebec) November 12, 2009

India France U project India's BARC and France's CEA cooperate on development of uranium recovery from desalination plant brines November 12, 2009

USA D decommissioning regulatory Utah Radiation Control Board to develop rules requiring site performance assessment for depleted uranium disposal at Clive November 10, 2009

USA U project Denison Mines Corp. announces production decision for Arizona 1 uranium deposit (Arizona) November 10, 2009

ICRP R regulatory German translation available of ICRP's new fundamental Recommendations on radiological protection November 9, 2009

Netherlands Russia (Asian part) E D operating trade Urenco Almelo 'temporarily' halts export of depleted uranium to Russia (Netherlands) November 9, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC issues Draft Environmental Assessment for Exemption Request for the Lost Creek In-Situ Recovery Project (Wyoming) November 9, 2009

USA U project Cameco to invest into technology for uranium extraction from phosphoric acid (Florida) November 9, 2009

Spain U decommissioning worker health Former Andujar uranium mill workers give up struggle for recognition of ailments as professional diseases (Spain) November 8, 2009

USA D decommissioning Shallow landfill disposal of depleted uranium at Clive 'absurd', geologists say (Utah) November 7, 2009

Australia U operating A$62 million grant awarded to geothermal power project at Beverley uranium mine (South Australia) November 6, 2009

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC finds five apparent violations at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) November 6, 2009

USA U regulatory Railroad Commission of Texas requests comments on proposed rulemaking on uranium exploration and surface mining November 6, 2009

Namibia U operating Roessing releases Draft Social and Environmental Impact Assessment Report for Sulphur Handling facility in the port of Walvis Bay (Namibia) November 6, 2009

France E operating incident MOX fuel lots mixed up at MELOX fuel fabrication plant (France) November 6, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC clarifies position on licensing requirements for satellite facilities for existing uranium in situ leach operations November 5, 2009

South Africa U project licensing Authorization for 'super dump' tailings dam withdrawn (South Africa) November 5, 2009

USA U projectprotest Protection of Grand Canyon from mining urged, after nearly 100,000 supporting messages filed (Arizona) November 5, 2009

Namibia U project NamPower builds new Diesel-powered generator plant for uranium industry (Namibia) November 5, 2009

India U project Meghalaya government suspends pre-mining development activities for uranium mine (India) November 5, 2009

USA U project Conservation group files complaint against zoning decision for Pinon Ridge Uranium Mill (Colorado) November 4, 2009

Canada India U traderegulatory Cameco hopes to supply uranium to India November 3, 2009

USA U project Arizona governor objects to federal halt on new mining claims near Grand Canyon November 2, 2009

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Monitoring data confirms uranium contamination from abandoned mines in the Wonderfonteinspruit catchment area (South Africa) November 1, 2009

Canada U projectprotest Demonstration held in Sept-iles against uranium exploration in Quebec (Canada) October 30, 2009

USA U decommissioning State approves clean-up for closed Section 27 uranium mine (New Mexico) October 30, 2009

USA U decommissioning State approves clean-up for closed JJ No.1/L-Bar uranium mine (New Mexico) October 30, 2009

USA U operating corporate U.S. NRC provides an opportunity to request a hearing concerning acquisition of Christensen Ranch and Irigaray uranium in-situ leach mines by Uranium One Inc. (Wyoming) October 30, 2009

Australia China,cont'l U trade Australia exported 266 t U to China in 2008 October 29, 2009

Malawi U operating Paladin plans extension of Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) October 29, 2009

Namibia U operating Paladin plans further massive expansion of Langer Heinrich uranium mine, including heap leaching (Namibia) October 29, 2009

India U projectprotest Agitation against uranium mine project in Meghalaya suspended after talks offered by state government (India) October 29, 2009

USA U project licensing Uranium One suspends licensing process for JAB and Antelope in situ leach uranium project (Wyoming) October 28, 2009

Germany E trade State government discloses details on transports of UF6 and other nuclear material through Bremen (Germany) October 28, 2009

Namibia U project Areva's Trekkopje Project desalination plant ready for commissioning (Namibia) October 28, 2009

Canada E operating CNSC to hold public hearing on EA Screening of GE-Hitachi's proposal to add a Low Enriched Uranium Fuel Bundle Manufacturing Line at its Peterborough nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) October 28, 2009

Australia U project licensing Environmental application lodged for Wiluna open pit / alkaline heap leach uranium project (West Australia) October 28, 2009

USA U project License application for Juan Tafoya uranium mill project deferred by more than one year (New Mexico) October 27, 2009

United Kingdom E operating UK NDA confirms that operations at Sellafield MOX Plant are to continue October 27, 2009

USA U project licensing Permit application submitted for Roca Honda uranium mine (New Mexico) October 27, 2009

USA E D operating Agreement limits onsite storage of depleted uranium at Lea County deconversion plant project (New Mexico) October 26, 2009

France E operating incident Surplus enriched uranium found at Cadarache MOX fuel fabrication plant (France) October 25, 2009

USA E decommissioning incident U.S. NRC staff proposes imposition of $16,250 penalty for violations during decommissioning of Hematite nuclear fuel plant (Missouri) October 23, 2009

Malawi U operating trade Malawi government ignorant of uranium tonnage exported by Paladin's Kayelekera mine October 23, 2009

USA D decommissioning Public comment invited on Utah's proposal to impose additional conditions on depleted uranium disposal at Clive, until NRC's rulemaking process on DU disposal is completed - cancelled October 23, 2009

Canada U project Dewatering of flooded Cigar Lake uranium mine project has resumed (Saskatchewan) October 23, 2009

USA U project licensing Nichols Ranch in situ leach uranium mine project receives first construction permit (Wyoming) October 23, 2009

USA U decommissioning Agencies start joint effort for assessments of legacy uranium mines and milling activities in the Grants Mineral Belt (New Mexico) October 22, 2009

USA D decommissioning environmental Depleted uranium contamination footprint in soil traced kilometers from former National Lead Inc. Colonie site, Albany, New York October 21, 2009

USA E operating incident Loss of criticality safety controls at Areva Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) October 21, 2009

India U operating worker protest General strike in support of Jaduguda uranium mine workers (Jharkhand, India) October 21, 2009

Malawi U operating trade Kayelekera mine starts exporting uranium (Malawi) October 21, 2009

Jordan U project Areva on the passing lane again, now with Siwaqa uranium mine project in Jordan October 21, 2009

India U projectprotest Violent incidents mark second road blockade against proposed uranium mine in Meghalaya (India) October 21, 2009

Australia U operating incident environmental Preliminary results of probe into tailings leak at Ranger uranium mine not made public (Australia) October 20, 2009

United Kingdom E operating Fuel manufacture from reprocessed uranium under consideration for Springfields nuclear fuel plant (United Kingdom) October 19, 2009

United Kingdom D decommissioning incident Depleted uranium hexafluoride leak from corroded legacy cylinder demonstrates urgency for tails disposition at Sellafield Ltd Capenhurst site (United Kingdom) October 19, 2009

Australia U project licensing Application for Mining Lease lodged over Dawson-Hinkler uranium deposit near Wiluna (Western Australia) October 19, 2009

Slovakia U project economy Prefeasibility study commissioned for Kuriskova uranium deposit (Slovakia) October 19, 2009

Kazakhstan E trade Kazakhstan to export enriched uranium October 19, 2009

India U projectprotest Government office set on fire in Shillong, Meghalaya (India) October 19, 2009

India U projectindigenous Union minister asks state government to seek consent of indigenous people for uranium mine project in Meghalaya (India) October 18, 2009

USA U decommissioning incident Moab tailings relocation suspended after truck accident (Utah) October 18, 2009

USA U regulatory Comments invited on Colorado's proposed regulations for groundwater protection at in situ leach uranium mine sites October 17, 2009

Australia U operating licensing Referral submitted for Beverley North Extension to the Beverley in situ leach uranium mine (South Australia) October 16, 2009

Canada E decommissioning licensing CNSC issues license for Long-Term Low-Level Radioactive Waste Management (LTMW) Project in Port Hope, Ontario October 16, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning protest German Greens demand return of residues left from re-enrichment of Urenco's depleted uranium in Russia October 15, 2009

Namibia U operating Roessing expects to produce 4,000 t uranium per year until 2023 (Namibia) October 15, 2009

South Africa U project licensing Mining license approved for Chirundu uranium mine project (Zambia) October 15, 2009

France E decommissioning incident ASN suspends dismantling work at Cadarache MOX fuel fabrication plant for undeclared criticality hazard (France) October 15, 2009

USA U project economy Prefeasibility study commenced on Sheep Mountain uranium deposit (Wyoming) October 15, 2009

India U projectindigenous UN envoy asks government to seek consent of indigenous people before starting uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) October 15, 2009

India U projectprotest Night road blockade against proposed uranium mine in Meghalaya (India) October 15, 2009

USA U projectprotest Initiative plans ballot initiative for temporary ban on uranium mining and processing in Michigan October 14, 2009

Germany E trade State government discloses more details on transports of UF6 and other nuclear material through Hamburg (Germany) October 14, 2009

Germany France E D trade Urenco Germany sends depleted uranium hexafluoride for deconversion to France, after exports to Russia finally have ceased October 14, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) E D trade Exports of depleted uranium from Germany to Russia finally have ceased October 14, 2009

Canada E operating incident String of incidents prompts investigation at Cameco Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) October 14, 2009

South Africa U project Agreement signed on relocation of 107 households for Mutanga uranium mine (Zambia) October 14, 2009

Australia U operating incident Pit wall instability causes interruptions to operations at Ranger mine (Australia) October 14, 2009

Czech Rep. E project TVEL wants to build nuclear fuel plant in the Czech Republic October 13, 2009

Canada U regulatory Nova Scotia government plans legislative ban on uranium mining (Canada) October 13, 2009

Czech Rep. U project Updated Czech Energy Concept promotes resumption of uranium mining October 13, 2009

Hungary U project corporate WildHorse signs new cooperation agreement with Mecsek-oeko and Mecsek Erc for restart of uranium mining in Hungary October 13, 2009

India E project India plans nuclear fuel plant at Rawatbhata (Rajasthan) October 13, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC announces Opportunity To Request a Hearing concerning indirect change of ownership for Split Rock uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) October 13, 2009

France E operating Areva's Georges-Besse II uranium enrichment plant will dispose of section to enrich recycled uranium (France) October 12, 2009

Russia (Asian part) France E operating Enrichment of French recycled uranium at Seversk enrichment plant (Russia) October 12, 2009

Tajikistan U decommissioning Tajikistan now concerned over safety of tailings dumps rather than development of uranium deposits, President of the Academy of Sciences says October 9, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC to hold hearing on extension of exemptions for former Gunnar and Lorado mine sites (Saskatchewan) October 9, 2009

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Kyrgyzstan has not properly addressed hazards of abandoned uranium tailings, UN Special Rapporteur finds October 9, 2009

Australia U project West Australia government denies possibility of public inquiry into Yeelirrie uranium mine project; extends consultation period October 9, 2009

South Africa U decommissioning Proposed processing of Gauteng acid mine drainage into drinking water draws opposition (South Africa) October 9, 2009

India U project Picketing against uranium project paralyses government functioning in Meghalaya (India) October 9, 2009

India U operating protest worker Strike halts production at Jaduguda uranium mine (Jharkhand, India) October 8, 2009

Malawi U operating health worker Fourth death this year at Paladin's Kayelekera mine (Malawi) October 8, 2009

Australia U operating incident Breakdown of ore haulage system might seriously affect Olympic Dam mine production (Australia) October 8, 2009

Namibia U project licensing Public comment invited on incomplete draft Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for Etango uranium mine project: huge open pit with acid heap leaching planned (Namibia) October 7, 2009

Mongolia U project Areva signs agreement with Mongolia October 7, 2009

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Draft Finding of No Significant Impact for change in exemptions granted for disposal of Oak Ridge enrichment plant demolition waste at Clive, Utah, radwaste disposal site October 7, 2009

India U projectprotest Thousands attend rally at Motphran against proposed uranium mine in Meghalaya (India) October 7, 2009

USA U project licensing Notice of Intention to submit license application filed for Ross uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) October 7, 2009

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity to Request a Hearing on the License Renewal Application from Nuclear Fuel Services, Erwin (Tennessee) October 6, 2009

Kazakhstan E project corporate Kazatomprom and Areva set up nuclear fuel joint venture October 6, 2009

USA U project economy Positive Pre-Feasibility Study on Reno Creek ISL Uranium Project (Wyoming) October 5, 2009

Jordan U project economy Feasibility study for Areva-Jordanian JV uranium mine and mill to be completed by end 2009

October 4, 2009

Zambia U project Uranium-rich copper ore stockpile at Lumwana mine reaches almost 2 million t; processing still not assured (Zambia) October 2, 2009

India U projectprotest Rally in New Delhi against nuclear power and uranium mining (India) October 2, 2009

USA E operating incident Nuclear fuel pellets missing from WEC Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) October 2, 2009

Namibia U project Environmental and Social Impact Assessment underway for Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) October 2, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning economy Insufficient funding jeopardizes groundwater restoration at former Straz ISL site (Czech Republic) October 1, 2009

USA U project Danville Regional Foundation pursues independent regional analysis of the socioeconomic impacts of uranium mining and milling (Virginia) October 1, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE officials developing 'aggressive solutions' for groundwater remediation at Atlas Moab uranium mill tailings site (Utah) October 1, 2009

Slovakia U project Drilling resumes at controversial Kuriskova uranium deposit (Slovakia) October 1, 2009

India U projectprotest Thousands attend rally at Mairang against proposed uranium mine in Meghalaya (India) October 1, 2009

Canada U project CEAA announces availability of funding to participate in the Environmental Assessment of underground exploration of Matoush Project (Quebec) September 30, 2009

USA U project licensing Montrose County Commissioners approve conditional use permit for Pinon Ridge Uranium Mill (Colorado) September 30, 2009

Australia China,cont'l U operating trade First shipment of uranium from Olympic Dam mine (Australia) to China September 30, 2009

USA E operating Areva to close Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) September 30, 2009

USA U decommissioning incident U.S. NRC identifies irregularities with groundwater restoration at Mine Unit B of Cameco's Highland in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) September 29, 2009

India U project ONGC zeroes in on Assam site for uranium exploration (India) September 29, 2009

Australia U project New West Australia government issues first uranium lease for Lake Maitland project September 29, 2009

USA E project First centrifuge installed at Urenco's New Mexico enrichment plant project September 27, 2009

India U projectprotest Traditional Khasi outfit criticises Meghalaya government's approval of pre-development projects for proposed uranium mine (India) September 26, 2009

USA U decommissioning Leaking Tuba City dump finally getting federal attention (Arizona) September 26, 2009

Zambia U project incident Chinese-owned smelter processing Lumwana copper concentrate rejected by another smelter for uranium contamination (Zambia) September 26, 2009

Australia E project Heathgate Resources proposes to build uranium conversion plant at its Beverley uranium mine (South Australia) September 26, 2009

Venezuela Iran U project Iran assists Venezuela with search for uranium deposits September 25, 2009

Canada Kazakhstan E project Canada and Kazakhstan agree nuclear cooperation September 25, 2009

USA U operating U.S. BLM halts increase in mining at Sunday uranium mine, demands collection of more site data (Colorado) September 25, 2009

Ukraine U project Ukraine government endorses nuclear fuel program, including development of Novo Konstantinovs Koye uranium mine and mill September 25, 2009

Ukraine E project Ukraine government endorses nuclear fuel program, including construction of nuclear fuel assembly production plant September 25, 2009

Iran E operating Iran reveals existence of second uranium enrichment plant September 25, 2009

Australia U operating In view of dust storms, BHP Billiton told to address dust risks from Olympic Dam uranium mine expansion (South Australia) September 25, 2009

Australia U projectindigenousenvironmental Aboriginal ecology to be included in assessments (West Australia) September 24, 2009

SCIENCE D health Enhancement of radiation dose around small uranium particles in the human body found to be much smaller than previously claimed September 23, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues final Regulatory Issue Summary on Pre-Licensing Construction Activities at Proposed Uranium Recovery Facilities September 23, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Underground natural gas storage planned in Rozna uranium mine after forthcoming closure (Czech Republic) September 23, 2009

Germany E trade State government discloses more details on transports of UF6 and other nuclear material through Hamburg (Germany) September 23, 2009

India U projectprotest Students stage sit-in demonstration against uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) September 23, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U decommissioning Human rights activist sentenced to one year imprisonment for releasing report on illicit mining at Shinkolobwe (DR Congo) September 23, 2009

USA U decommissioning Umetco requests dismissal of unfavourable groundwater monitoring results at former Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) September 22, 2009

USA U project Australian company considers heap leaching of lignite for uranium in North Dakota September 22, 2009

USA D decommissioning Utah rejects moratorium on disposal of depleted uranium September 22, 2009

UNITED NATIONS R regulatory WHO reduces radon limit in homes by factor of 10 September 22, 2009

Uzbekistan U project economy Uzbekistan plans to auction seven uranium deposits September 21, 2009

Australia U projectindigenous Commissioning of Beverley Four Mile Uranium ISL Project delayed due to pending registration of Native Title Mining Agreement (South Australia) September 21, 2009

Malawi U regulatory Malawi's draft uranium regulations 'essentially a self-regulation system' September 20, 2009

Chad U projectprotest NGO workshop on uranium mining in central Africa issues declaration September 18, 2009

European Union E regulatory EU plans to exempt nuclear fuel processing from carbon dioxide emissions trading scheme September 18, 2009

Namibia U regulatory environmental Report recommends stricter controls for mining in sensitive areas (Namibia) September 18, 2009

India U projectprotest Students protest against uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) September 18, 2009

South Africa U operating worker health incident Worker dies in fall-of-ground accident at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) September 18, 2009

Australia U project licensing Referral submitted for Oban in situ leach uranium mine (South Australia) September 17, 2009

Canada E operating worker protest Cameco cuts 79 jobs at Port Hope fuel manufacturing plant due to two-week strike (Ontario) September 17, 2009

USA U projectindigenousprotest Hualapai Tribe renews ban on uranium mining (Arizona) September 16, 2009

USA D decommissioning protest Rep. Matheson asks Energy Department to halt depleted uranium shipments to Utah disposal site September 16, 2009

Canada E projectprotest Majority against upgrading of uranium in Saskatchewan September 15, 2009

Romania Kazakhstan U operating trade Romania wants to buy uranium from Kazakhstan September 15, 2009

USA U decommissioning DOE raises concern over likely future exceedance of proposed relaxed groundwater standards at Split Rock uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming), requests further relaxation... September 14, 2009

India Mongolia U project trade India signs uranium supply agreement with Mongolia September 14, 2009

Tanzania U project licensing Tanzania approves Mkuju River uranium mine project - even before pre-feasibility study completed September 14, 2009

Tanzania U project licensing Tanzania approves Manyoni uranium mine project - even before pre-feasibility study completed September 14, 2009

Canada E operating CNSC invites public comment on Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) Screening Report for proposed Low Enriched Uranium Fuel Bundle Production Project at GE Hitachi's Peterborough nuclear fuel facility (Ontario) September 14, 2009

United Kingdom Iraq D health Exposure to depleted uranium in 1991 Gulf War killed UK soldier - inquest rules September 11, 2009

Australia U regulatoryeconomyindigenous Uranium royalty changes in the Northern Territory 'will exploit Aboriginals' (Australia) September 11, 2009

USA D decommissioning Radioactive Material License precludes further disposal of depleted uranium at WCS site in Texas September 10, 2009

China,cont'l U project CNNC to open uranium mine in Xinjiang (China) September 10, 2009

Czech Rep. U operating economy Less uranium than expected left in Rozna uranium mine (Czech Republic) September 10, 2009

Namibia U project corporate Atomredmetzoloto, Areva to negotiate on joint uranium projects in Namibia September 10, 2009

United Kingdom E operating corporate Westinghouse in discussions on takeover of Springfields nuclear fuel fabrication plant (United Kingdom) September 9, 2009

USA E decommissioning Widespread presence of technetium-99 could slow demolition of former Oak Ridge enrichment plant, raise cost (Tennessee) September 9, 2009

Canada U project licensing Cameco seeks approval for Millennium uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) September 8, 2009

USA U operating incident Whistleblower speaks out against methods once used by Uranium Resources Inc. at Kingsville Dome uranium in situ leach mine (Texas) September 8, 2009

USA U projectprotest Groups to sue BLM over reopening of Arizona 1 uranium mine near Grand Canyon (Arizona) September 8, 2009

Canada U project economy Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for Michelin Uranium Project (Labrador) September 8, 2009

Namibia U operating trade Namibian police seizes 170 kg of stolen uranium September 8, 2009

Australia U project corporate Chinese company to acquire interest in Bigrlyi uranium deposit (Australia) September 8, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA and plaintiffs reach agreement on review and possible revision of radon emission standard for operating uranium mill tailings September 7, 2009

Portugal U decommissioning protest Protest at abandoned Cunha Baixa uranium mine (Portugal) September 6, 2009

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Installation of photovoltaic panels planned on embankment of Dolni Rozinka uranium mill tailings dam (Czech Republic) September 2009

Slovakia U projectprotest 100,000 signatures for petition against uranium mining in Slovakia September 4, 2009

USA E decommissioning Westinghouse Electric Company LLC seeks exemptions to dispose of Hematite (Missouri) fuel plant decommissioning waste at non-NRC-licensed disposal facility in Idaho (Period to request a hearing extended>) September 4, 2009

Namibia U project corporate Indian company to explore for uranium in Namibia September 4, 2009

USA U projectprotest Nunn passes resolution opposing Centennial uranium in situ leach project (Colorado) September 4, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Environmental group demands reclamation of Wismut's abandoned legacy sites in Thuringia (Germany) September 3, 2009

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites public comment on revision of fuel cycle oversight program September 3, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC issues Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Lost Creek In-Situ Leach Project (Wyoming) September 3, 2009

India USA U project U.S. willing to share technical know-how on uranium mining with India September 3, 2009

France U decommissioning Pluralist expert group releases third report on uranium mill tailings deposits in Limousin area (France) September 2, 2009

USA U project licensing Air-quality permit issued for Arizona 1 mine (Arizona) September 1, 2009

USA U operating licensing Discharge permit issued for Pinenut mine (Arizona) September 1, 2009

USA U project licensing Discharge permit issued for Canyon mine (Arizona) September 1, 2009

USA U project licensing TCEQ issues further draft permits for Goliad in-situ leach uranium mine (Texas) September 1, 2009

Zambia U project Public comment invited on Environmental Impact Statement and Resettlement Action Plan for Mutanga and Dibwe uranium mine project (Zambia) August 31, 2009

USA U project 41 potential mines might supply uranium ore to proposed Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) August 31, 2009

Kazakhstan U operating Startup date of new sulfuric acid production plant in Kazakhstan deferred further August 31, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC resumes hearing on license renewal for decommissioned Beaverlodge mine and mill site (Saskatchewan) August 31, 2009

Canada U project licensing CNSC invites public comment on requested Cigar Lake license amendment (Saskatchewan) August 31, 2009

Namibia India U trade India, Namibia sign uranium supply deal August 31, 2009

Pakistan U project Pakistan to develop Shanawah in situ leach uranium project August 29, 2009

USA U project licensing Texas Commission on Environmental Quality invites public comment on draft Production Area Authorization for Production Area 1 at the Goliad uranium in situ leach project August 28, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA continues to have environmental concerns about NRC's Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for in situ leach uranium recovery operations August 28, 2009

USA U operating licensing State regulator seeks public comment on proposed modifications to White Mesa mill groundwater permit (Utah) August 27, 2009

Ukraine Russia (Asian part) U project Ukraine wants uranium cooperation with Russia August 27, 2009

Namibia India U project India, Namibia to sign pact for mineral development August 27, 2009

USA U decommissioning After decades, reclamation of Lamprecht uranium ISL mine still incomplete (Texas) August 26, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning trade protest Protests against presumably last depleted uranium export from Germany to Russia August 26, 2009

Canada U project Sparton and NuCoal to evaluate NuCoal's Saskatchewan coal holdings for germanium and uranium August 26, 2009

France E operating incident Release of fluorine from Comurhex Malvesi conversion plant to the canal du Tauran (France) August 25, 2009

Namibia U project corporate Acquisition of Valencia mine project's owner by DR Congo conglomerate terminated (Namibia) August 25, 2009

Mongolia Russia (Asian part) U project corporate Russia and Mongolia form uranium mining joint venture to develop Dornod uranium mine (Mongolia) August 25, 2009

USA U projectindigenous Appeals Court grants request for review of earlier ruling upholding EPA decision that the proposed Churchrock ISL uranium mine in New Mexico is on American Indian land August 24, 2009

India U project Meghalaya to lease land for UCIL's developmental works August 24, 2009

Namibia U project economy Draft feasibility study for the construction of a second desalination plant in Namibia available for comment August 24, 2009

United Kingdom D decommissioning Preliminary planning consent granted for Urenco Capenhurst tails de-conversion plant project, United Kingdom August 24, 2009

USA U project Powertech requests permission to change original water-quality information for the proposed Centennial mine site while uranium is being mined [!] (Colorado) August 24, 2009

Australia U operating South Australian Government demands BHP Billiton to address environmental concerns before Olympic Dam mine expansion August 24, 2009

South Africa U projectprotest Farmers oppose use of farmland for 'super-dump' of Gold Fields' tailings reprocessing project (South Africa) August 22, 2009

South Africa U projectprotest Farmers oppose use of farmland for 'super-dump' of Rand Uranium Co's tailings reprocessing project (South Africa) August 22, 2009

USA U decommissioning health Appeals Court dismisses claims by former Uravan residents who sued Umetco in suspected radiation-related illnesses (Colorado) August 21, 2009

Ecuador Russia (Asian part) U project Russia, Ecuador strike deal on nuclear power corporation, including uranium mining August 21, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC issues Notice of Intent to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Moore Ranch uranium in-situ leach project (Wyoming) August 21, 2009

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Traditional Owner challenges Four Mile in-situ leach uranium mine project (South Australia) August 21, 2009

USA U operating U.S. NRC approves extension of the period of groundwater restoration at Crow Butte in situ leach mine (Nebraska) August 20, 2009

USA D decommissioning regulatory U.S. NRC announces workshops on rulemaking for near-surface disposal of depleted uranium August 20, 2009

USA E decommissioning Pre Demolition work begins at former Oak Ridge enrichment plant (Tennessee) August 20, 2009

USA E operating trade regulatory U.S. NRC denies Areva NP's request to withhold Advanced Notifications of Export Shipments from public disclosure August 19, 2009

Canada E project CNSC approves Environmental Assessment Screening Report for Port Granby waste management facility (Ontario) August 19, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for unrestricted release of Army Research Laboratory Range 14, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland August 19, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC requires improvements at Paducah enrichment plant (Kentucky) August 18, 2009

Australia U operating Eminent scientists warn of 'mind-blowing' health risk from Olympic Dam mine expansion (South Australia) August 18, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U decommissioning Global Witness calls for immediate release of Congo human rights activist August 17, 2009

Kazakhstan U decommissioning First stage of reclamation of Koshkar-Ata uranium mill tailings completed (Kazakhstan) August 17, 2009

USA E operating Urenco's New Mexico enrichment plant to generate 8,422 t of depleted uranium hexafluoride waste per year August 14, 2009

USA U project New policy requires proven mine claims for approval of uranium exploration at Grand Canyon (Arizona) August 14, 2009

Canada U operating Areva considers trucking ore from McArthur River mine to keep McClean Lake mill operating (Saskatchewan) August 14, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC issues Notice of Intent to Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Antelope and JAB Uranium Project (Wyoming) August 14, 2009

Australia U operating Northern Territory Government invites public comment on Draft EIS Guidelines for heap leach facility at Ranger Uranium Mine (Australia) August 13, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC releases Draft Long-Term Surveillance Plan for the Gas Hills East (UMTRCA Title II) Disposal Site August 13, 2009

USA U project Uranium mining puts Western Colorado tourism economy at risk, report finds August 13, 2009

USA U decommissioning 2019 deadline for completion of Moab uranium tailings relocation becoming realistic, if additional funding is provided (Utah) August 13, 2009

Finland U projectprotest Demonstrations in Helsinki and Tampere against uranium mining in Lapland (Finland) August 13, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity for Hearing on U.S. Army Installation Command license application for possession of residual depleted uranium at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, and Notice of Opportunity for Hearing August 13, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity for Hearing on U.S. Army Installation Command license application for possession of residual depleted uranium at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, and Notice of Opportunity for Hearing August 13, 2009

Canada U operating licensing Athabasca Regional Government challenges license renewal for McClean Lake mine and mill (Saskatchewan) August 12, 2009

USA E decommissioning Westinghouse issues Decommissioning Plan for Hematite nuclear fuel plant (Missouri) August 12, 2009

USA U operating U.S. NRC staff releases Final Environmental Assessment for the processing of third-party resin at Cameco Resources' Smith Ranch - Highland in-situ leach mine (Wyoming) August 12, 2009

USA U project licensing Powertech resubmits license application for Dewey-Burdock in-situ leach project (South Dakota) August 12, 2009

Germany U decommissioning economy Additional funding required for reclamation of Wismut legacy sites (Germany) August 12, 2009

USA U decommissioning Ore from last uranium boom still scattered on Colorado land August 11, 2009

USA U decommissioning National Park Service seeks public comment on Project Scoping for an Environmental Assessment for a plan to correct health and safety hazards at abandoned mine lands in four National Parks in Arizona August 10, 2009

India U projectprotest NGOs oppose proposal to exempt the uranium mining areas in Mawthabah from the purview of the Land Transfer Act (Meghalaya, India) August 10, 2009

Canada U projectindigenoussupport Geophysical surveying at Screech Lake Project begins with aboriginal consent (Northwest Territories, Canada) August 10, 2009

USA U operating corporate Uranium One Inc. to acquire Christensen Ranch and Irigaray uranium in-situ leach mines (Wyoming) August 10, 2009

Algeria U project Algeria launches uranium prospecting licences process in Tamanrasset area August 9, 2009

United Kingdom E operating Sellafield rejected MOX fuel to be reprocessed in France August 8, 2009

Germany E trade Baden-Wuerttemberg State MP demands shifting of uranium hexafluoride transports from road to rail (Germany) August 7, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. DOE to use depleted uranium for downblending and disposal of uranium-233 August 7, 2009

Australia U operating protest Balloon protest over Olympic Dam mine expansion (South Australia) August 7, 2009

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC issues Confirmatory Order regarding falsifications at Westinghouse Electric Company's Columbia nuclear fuel facility (South Carolina) August 7, 2009

USA U project licensing Next blow for Powertech: South Dakota finds application for UIC permit at Dewey-Burdock ISL mine incomplete August 6, 2009

Turkey Russia (Asian part) U project Russia signs agreement with Turkey on nuclear cooperation, including uranium prospecting and mining August 6, 2009

South Africa U project economy Feasibility study for Gold Fields' Witwatersrand tailings recovery project commenced (South Africa) August 6, 2009

Australia U projectindigenous Traditional owners raise concerns over proposed uranium mining in Western Australia August 6, 2009

Australia U operating Parliamentary committee recommends different site be found for desalination plant needed for the planned expansion of the Olympic Dam mine (South Australia) August 6, 2009

Netherlands E operating licensing Urenco Almelo enrichment plant applies for capacity increase to 4.95 million SWU per year (Netherlands) August 5, 2009

USA D decommissioning More depleted uranium to be disposed in Utah, while state still ponders moratorium August 5, 2009

Malawi U operating trade Kayelekera uranium exports to start September 2009

(Malawi) August 5, 2009

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on revision to NUREG-1520, 'Standard Review Plan for the Review of a License Application for a Fuel Cycle Facility' - comment period extended August 5, 2009

Namibia U regulatory Moratorium on new exploration licenses not to be lifted before 2010 (Namibia) August 5, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC releases Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the Nichols Ranch ISR Project (Wyoming) August 5, 2009

USA U operating State invites public comment on proposed license for deep disposal wells at Smith Ranch/Highland ISL mine (Wyoming) August 4, 2009

South Africa U project Appeal filed against the positive authorisation for the Buffelsfontein tailings recovery project (South Africa) August 4, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U decommissioning protest More than 200 NGOs press Kabila to release president of human rights association who was arrested for releasing report on illicit mining at Shinkolobwe (DR Congo) August 4, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Final phase of flooding begins at Wismut's Koenigstein underground/ISL mine (Germany) August 3, 2009

Namibia U project economy Preliminary cost estimate shows viability of large Rossing South uranium mine project (Namibia) August 3, 2009

India U project India to achieve uranium self-sufficiency by 2013 August 2, 2009

USA E trade incident UF6 truck overturns and catches fire in Summers County, West Virginia August 2, 2009

India U project Villagers stop uranium exploration, as livestock dies after consumption of borehole water (Andhra Pradesh, India) August 1, 2009

USA U project licensing protest Activists fight for retraction of permit issued for Daneros uranium mine (Utah) July 31, 2009

France U decommissioning Environment minister and Nuclear Safety Authority demand prefects to take care of old uranium mines (France) July 30, 2009

Niger U operating environment Environmental impacts of coal mining for electricity supply to uranium mines (Niger) July 30, 2009

USA E project GLE starts 'test loop' at laser isotope separation enrichment demonstration facility project in Wilmington (North Carolina) July 30, 2009

USA U decommissioning Moab uranium mill tailings relocation picks up speed (Utah) July 30, 2009

Libya Canada U project Canada and Libya sign agreement for nuclear cooperation, including uranium mining July 30, 2009

USA D decommissioning Depleted uranium at Pohakuloa Training Area, Big Island, Hawaii, not a public risk, U.S. Army says July 30, 2009

Argentina E operating environment Nuclear Regulator maintains that groundwater near Ezeiza nuclear center is not contaminated (Argentina) July 30, 2009

China,cont'l U decommissioning Grass cover turns former uranium mine into 'natural oxygen bar' [!] (China) July 30, 2009

Zambia U decommissioning Abandoned Kitwe uranium mill tailings to be relocated for safe disposal (Zambia) July 29, 2009

Australia U operating Olympic Dam expansion would counteract South Australia's greenhouse gas emission reduction target July 29, 2009

Kyrgyzstan Belarus U project Kyrgyzstan expects Belorussian participation in development of uranium deposits July 28, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA settlement requires United Nuclear Corporation to clean up additional soil released from Northeast Church Rock Mine (New Mexico) July 28, 2009

USA E project economy U.S. Government denies loan guarantee for American Centrifuge Plant project in Piketon, Ohio; USEC initiates 'demobilization' July 28, 2009

USA D decommissioning licensing Energy Solutions proposes temporary license condition for imminent disposal of depleted uranium at Clive (Utah) July 27, 2009

Uganda U regulatory Uganda forms Atomic Energy Council to regulate future uranium industry July 27, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U decommissioning President of human rights association arrested for releasing report on illicit mining at Shinkolobwe (DR Congo) July 26, 2009

Germany E operating incident Reportable event at Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) July 25, 2009

United Kingdom E D decommissioning incident Depleted uranium hexafluoride cylinder found leaking at Sellafield Ltd Capenhurst site (United Kingdom) July 24, 2009

United Kingdom D decommissioning Depleted uranium hexafluoride leak from corroded legacy cylinder demonstrates urgency for tails disposition policy at Sellafield Ltd Capenhurst site (United Kingdom) July 24, 2009

USA E operating incident Security guard falsified access authorization forms at AREVA NP Inc. Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) July 24, 2009

Tanzania U project Tanzania to develop uranium deposits July 24, 2009

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of Hearing for Areva's License Application for Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility, Idaho July 24, 2009

USA E project U.S. NRC extends comment period on scope of Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed GE-Hitachi uranium enrichment facility in Wilmington (North Carolina) July 24, 2009

USA U project corporate Roca Honda mine and mill project in New Mexico to become partly Chinese-owned? July 23, 2009

Namibia U operating Erongo Region faces serious water shortage; Roessing and Langer Heinrich uranium mines temporarily without water (Namibia) July 23, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC approves 10-year license renewal for Cluff Lake decommissioning (Saskatchewan) July 22, 2009

Australia U projectprotest Anti-uranium protesters rally at Global Uranium Conference in Fremantle (West Australia) July 22, 2009

Brazil Russia (Asian part) U project Russia and Brazil sign memorandum on nuclear cooperation, including uranium exploration July 22, 2009

UNITED NATIONS R health Volume II of UNSCEAR 2006 Report published July 21, 2009

Canada U project economy Company files claim to seek compensation of damages caused by uranium moratorium imposed in British Columbia July 21, 2009

Afghanistan D operating German Bundeswehr manual challenges US and UK denials over depleted uranium use in Afghanistan July 21, 2009

France E project corporate Areva open to Georges-Besse II uranium enrichment plant investors - report (France) July 21, 2009

USA U project U.S. Government pulls land near Grand Canyon from mining (Arizona) July 20, 2009

USA U decommissioning Newmont Exploration Ltd. identified as responsible for clean-up of abandoned Bokan Mountain uranium mine (Alaska) July 20, 2009

Brazil U project INB to sign contract with private partner for mining of Santa Quiteria uranium/phosphate deposit (Brazil) July 20, 2009

Botswana U project economy Commencement of bankable feasibility study announced for Letlhakane uranium project (Botswana) July 20, 2009

South Africa U decommissioning Toxic and radioactive mine water poses health nightmare for up to 1000 residents in informal settlements near Johannesburg (South Africa) July 18, 2009

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide for comment: Standard format and content of license applications for plutonium processing and fuel fabrication facilities July 17, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA extends comment period for North East Church Rock mine cleanup plan (New Mexico) July 16, 2009

USA E operating incident Alert over potential criticality issue after discharge of highly enriched uranium at B+W in Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) July 16, 2009

USA U decommissioning incident Navajo president reaffirms tribal ban on uranium mining to mark 30th anniversary of Church Rock uranium mill tailings spill (New Mexico) July 16, 2009

China,cont'l U decommissioning protest Environmental activist Sun Xiaodi sentenced to two years of Reeducation-Through-Labor; daughter to year-and-a-half (China) July 16, 2009

Mongolia Japan U project Japan and Mongolia sign agreement on joint uranium mine development July 16, 2009

Australia U operating ERA receives Northern Territory approval for exploration decline at Ranger 3 Deeps (Australia) July 16, 2009

Australia U projectindigenousregulatoryprotest Approval of Four Mile mine is in breach of Aboriginal heritage protection regulations, traditional owners say (Australia) July 15, 2009

Mongolia U project licensing Khan Resources Inc.'s Dornod exploration licenses suspended due to purported violations (Mongolia) July 15, 2009

Mongolia U project licensing Western Prospector's exploration licenses in Mongolia further suspended due to purported violations July 15, 2009

USA U decommissioning environmental USGS presents study of groundwater restoration at uranium in-situ leach mines in south Texas July 14, 2009

Canada E operating environment Cameco releases reports on environmental impacts of Port Hope plant (Ontario) July 14, 2009

Australia U project licensing Operation of Four Mile ISL uranium mine approved by Federal Environment Minister (Australia) July 14, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Regulatory Issue Summary on determining effective dose equivalent from external radiation exposures July 13, 2009

Canada E decommissioning CNSC releases Environmental Assessment Guidelines for Cameco's proposed Port Hope 'Vision 2010' Decommissioning Project (Ontario) July 13, 2009

United Kingdom E D project Urenco approves construction of tails de-conversion plant and tails oxide store at Capenhurst enrichment plant (United Kingdom) July 13, 2009

South Africa U project Mintails Ltd. submits EIA for West Rand tailings reclamation / reprocessing project (South Africa) July 13, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA plans to develop rule on financial assurance requirements for hardrock mining industry July 13, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U decommissioning Human rights association ASADHO/Katanga issues report on the history of illicit mining at Shinkolobwe (DR Congo) July 12, 2009

USA E operating incident USEC Portsmouth enrichment plant damaged in storm (Ohio) July 11, 2009

USA U regulatory environmental U.S. NRC staff finds no problem with groundwater impacts of existing in-situ leach uranium mines July 10, 2009

China,cont'l U decommissioning Environmental activist Sun Xiaodi and daughter face Reeducation-Through-Labor (China) July 10, 2009

Canada D decommissioning CNSC discloses Canadian inventories and use of depleted uranium July 10, 2009

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Toxic water filling abandoned Randfontein gold/uranium mines may reach surface (South Africa) July 10, 2009

Australia U regulatory South Australia issues proposed Mining Act amendments for comment July 9, 2009

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Innus oppose uranium exploration at lac Kachiwiss; environmental violations found at exploration site (Quebec) July 9, 2009

Belgium D regulatory Belgian parliament votes unanimously to ban depleted uranium weapon investments July 8, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Cleanup of 1954 Lengenfeld uranium mill tailings spill finally to start (Germany) July 8, 2009

Australia U projectprotest At BHP Billiton's head office, protesters demand public inquiry into Yeelirrie uranium mine project (West Australia) July 8, 2009

USA D decommissioning Cleanup of DU firing range at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant almost complete (Missouri) July 8, 2009

USA U decommissioning regulatory U.S. DOE issues document describing process for assuming perpetual responsibility for a closed uranium mill tailings site July 6, 2009

USA E operating USEC is preparing 'demobilization plans' for the American Centrifuge Plant in case it won't receive loan guarantee (Ohio) July 6, 2009

Jordan U regulatory Jordan completes draft uranium mining bylaw July 6, 2009

Jordan U project CNNC expects to deliver first uranium from Jordan in 2010 July 5, 2009

Jordan U project economy Feasibility study for Areva-Jordanian JV uranium mine and mill to be completed by end 2010 July 5, 2009

Switzerland E operating trade Swiss reprocessed uranium transferred to Eastern Europe for use as inferior quality fuel in old RBMK-1000 reactors July 5, 2009

Zambia U project Uranium-rich copper ore stockpiled at Lumwana copper mine for potential later processing (Zambia) July 3, 2009

Sweden Denmark U trade incident Cargo vessel carrying uranium collides with chemical tanker off Swedish and Danish coasts July 3, 2009

USA E decommissioning Westinghouse Electric Company LLC seeks exemptions to dispose of Hematite (Missouri) fuel plant decommissioning waste at non-NRC-licensed disposal facility in Idaho July 3, 2009

USA U project Ur-Energy Inc. submits exemption request to allow pre-license construction at Lost Creek In-Situ Uranium Project (Wyoming) July 2, 2009

Greenland U project corporate Former Greenland premier becomes chairman of mining company that plans to extract uranium in Greenland July 2, 2009

USA U project Montrose County Planning Commission approves permit application for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) July 2, 2009

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for partial remediation of CE Windsor nuclear fuel plant (Connecticut) July 2, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Final phase of flooding begins at Wismut's Schlema underground mines (Germany) July 2, 2009

USA E project GLE submits license application for commercial laser technology uranium enrichment plant in Wilmington (North Carolina) July 1, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA to review its Health and Environmental Standards for Uranium and Thorium Milling Facilities (40 CFR 192) June 30, 2009

Canada U operating licensing CNSC approves licence renewal for McClean Lake and Midwest (Saskatchewan) June 30, 2009

India U projectprotest Karnataka village opposes land requisition for uranium mine (India) June 30, 2009

Namibia U operating licensing Paladin approves further expansion of Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) June 30, 2009

USA U decommissioning incident Erosion found at Sohio L-Bar uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) June 29, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $52.00 per lb U3O8 June 29, 2009

Zambia U project Denison Mines Corp. may start uranium mining in Zambia in 2012; relocation of 112 families planned June 29, 2009

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Kyrgyz Prime Minister asks international community for help with abandoned uranium mill tailings dumps June 29, 2009

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide for comment: Guidance for fuel cycle facility change processes June 29, 2009

SCIENCE U project Scientists find first conclusive signature for lunar uranium June 26, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA to hold meeting on review and possible revision of radon emission standard for operating uranium mill tailings June 26, 2009

USA U decommissioning health Well water near Homestake Grants uranium mill site poses no apparent public health hazard, ATSDR report says (New Mexico) June 26, 2009

Australia U project Groups call for public inquiry into BHP's Yeelirrie uranium mine project proposal (West Australia) June 26, 2009

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC approves 40-year license renewal for Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) June 25, 2009

Slovakia U project economy Tournigan announces positive Preliminary Assessment on Kuriskova uranium deposit; mining cost increases threefold (Slovakia) June 25, 2009

Egypt Russia (Asian part) U project Russia signs agreement with Egypt on exploration and mining of uranium June 25, 2009

Greenland U regulatory New government of Greenland upholds ban on by-product extraction of uranium June 24, 2009

USA U traderegulatory U.S. DOE issues Finding of No Significant Impact for sale of excess uranium inventory June 24, 2009

USA D decommissioning regulatory U.S. NRC invites public comment on potential rulemaking for near-surface disposal of depleted uranium June 24, 2009

Niger U operatingindigenous French court to decide on discrimination of Niger Tuareg by Areva June 23, 2009

USA E operating U.S. DOE awards further contract for downblending of U.S. Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) for commercial reactor use June 23, 2009

Canada U project Saskatchewan Environment invites comment on draft guidelines for EIS on Cameco's Water Inflow Management Project at Cigar Lake June 23, 2009

Niger U project Size and profitability of Areva's Imouraren uranium mine project still unclear (Niger) June 23, 2009

Russia (Asian part) U operating New sulfuric acid plant opened for Krasnokamensk uranium mine (Russia) June 23, 2009

France E operating CRIIRAD presents study on environmental impact of Cadarache nuclear site (France) June 23, 2009

USA U traderegulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed rule changes for export and import of nuclear equipment and material June 23, 2009

USA U project licensing Arizona Department of Environmental Quality invites public comment on draft air permit for Denison Mines Corp.'s Arizona 1 uranium mine, ignoring impact from radioactive dust emission June 19, 2009

USA U project licensing Arizona Department of Environmental Quality invites public comment on draft water permits for Denison Mines Corp.'s Pinenut uranium mine June 19, 2009

USA U project licensing Arizona Department of Environmental Quality invites public comment on draft water permits for Denison Mines Corp.'s Canyon uranium mine June 19, 2009

Niger U operating health Areva and NGOs conclude agreement on health monitoring around uranium mine sites in Niger June 19, 2009

Gabon U decommissioning health Areva and NGOs conclude agreement on health monitoring around uranium mine sites in Gabon June 19, 2009

Uzbekistan Japan U project Uzbekistan, Japan conclude agreement on joint uranium exploration June 18, 2009

Canada U operating McClean Lake mill faces temporary shutdown until Cigar Lake mine operable (Saskatchewan) June 18, 2009

USA E project Areva requests exemption for early site preparation works for Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility (Idaho) June 17, 2009

Canada U operating incident Forest fire near Key Lake uranium mill (Saskatchewan) June 17, 2009

SCIENCE D health No DU detected in urine of U.S. veterans without DU embedded fragments June, 2009

Tanzania U project economy Positive Scoping Study announced for Nyota Prospect of Mkuju River uranium mine project (Tanzania) June 17, 2009

France E project corporate Korean utility acquires equity stake in Areva's Georges Besse II enrichment plant project (France) June 15, 2009

USA U decommissioningindigenous U.S. EPA to rebuild uranium-contaminated Navajo homes June 14, 2009

USA E project More plutonium identified for potential processing in South Carolina MOX plant June 14, 2009

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Honeywell for not reporting 37 (!) contamination events at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) June 12, 2009

USA U decommissioning health ATSDR finds public health hazard possible at former Midnite Mine site (Washington); seeks public comments on draft public health assessment June 12, 2009

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC finds license application for Powertech's Dewey/Burdock ISL uranium mine is deficient (South Dakota) June 12, 2009

Hungary U decommissioning Reclamation of Pecs uranium mine completed (Hungary) June 11, 2009

USA U project licensing TCEQ issues draft permit for Goliad in-situ leach uranium mine (Texas) June 11, 2009

Tanzania U project economy Commencement of Pre-Feasibility Study once again announced for Manyoni Project (Tanzania) June 10, 2009

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning environmental Study demonstrates seepage from uranium mill tailings in Mailuu-Suu area (Kyrgyzstan) June 9, 2009

SCIENCE D health Study finds direct transfer of inhaled uranium from nose to brain via olfactory receptor neurons June 9, 2009

Canada U operating licensing CNSC approves Key Lake license amendment to allow uranium production flexibility (Saskatchewan) June 9, 2009

USA U operating licensing Public comment invited on air-quality permit for Pandora uranium mine in La Sal (Utah) June 9, 2009

USA D decommissioning Utah Radiation Control Board to study depleted uranium disposal June 9, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA releases NorthEast Church Rock mine cleanup plan for public comment (New Mexico) June 8, 2009

USA U project U.S. District Court dismisses lawsuit filed by Goliad County against Uranium Energy Corp on uranium exploration issues (Texas) June 5, 2009

USA U projectindigenous State committee votes for Traditional Cultural Property status of Mount Taylor (New Mexico) June 5, 2009

India U trade Areva offers India stakes in African uranium mines June 5, 2009

Germany E trade State government discloses statistics of transports of UF6 and other nuclear material through Hamburg port (Germany) June 2, 2009

Namibia U project Areva to build 35-km road to Trekkopje uranium mine (Namibia) June 2, 2009

Australia U operating Australian Conservation Foundation: Olympic Dam expansion over-sized, subsidised and leaky June 2, 2009

Oman Russia (Asian part) U project Rosatom and Oman sign document on nuclear cooperation, including uranium exploration and mining June 2, 2009

India U operating Indian minister recommends afforestation around uranium mines to abate environmental degradation... June 2, 2009

South Africa U project Startup of mining at Cooke Section of Randfontein mine and re-mining of Cooke tailings dump delayed to mid-2012 (South Africa) June 1, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Golf course inaugurated on top of Wismut waste rock pile (Germany) June 1, 2009

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Residents concerned about health impacts of uranium tailings dump relocation performed in Mailuu-Suu (Kyrgyzstan) June 1, 2009

Kazakhstan U operating Half of Kazakhstan's uranium deposits stolen by former official, police says June 1, 2009

USA U project URI files petition for review of appeals court ruling upholding EPA decision that the proposed Churchrock ISL uranium mine in New Mexico is on American Indian land June 1, 2009

Bolivia U project Restart of Cottage uranium mine possible in Potosi (Bolivia) May 29, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement for In-Situ Leach Uranium Milling Facilities, requiring full Supplemental EISs, rather than EAs, for new recovery operations May 28, 2009

Slovakia U project City and Region of Kosice take joint action to prevent uranium mining at Jahodna - Kuriskova (Slovakia) May 28, 2009

India U operating protest Protests at public hearing on license renewal for Jaduguda uranium mining lease (India) May 27, 2009

USA U project U.S. BLM approves Daneros Uranium Mine Project (Utah) May 26, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $49.00 per lb U3O8 May 25, 2009

Jordan Russia (Asian part) U project Russia signs nuclear cooperation agreement with Jordan, including development of uranium deposits May 22, 2009

South Africa U project Uranium production commences at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) May 22, 2009

Australia U project BHP Billiton files referral for development of Yeelirrie uranium mine (West Australia) May 22, 2009

USA U operating U.S. domestic mine production of uranium falls second year in a row in 2008 (U.S. DOE EIA) May 21, 2009

USA U project Virginia panel OKs uranium mining study May 21, 2009

Canada U regulatory Nunatsiavut government says uranium mining moratorium stays (Labrador) May 21, 2009

USA U decommissioning Failed groundwater cleanup at Church Rock, New Mexico: United Nuclear Corp. points at EPA May 20, 2009

Australia U operating ACF slams approval of exploration decline at Ranger 3 Deeps (Australia) May 20, 2009

India U operating protest Tribal villagers protest against land acquisition for Banduhurang tailings dam (Jharkhand, India) May 19, 2009

Canada E operating Cameco to resume UF6 production in Port Hope (Ontario) May 19, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity for Hearing regarding Energy Metals Corporation's License Application Request of Antelope and JAB Uranium Project (Wyoming) May 19, 2009

France E project First centrifuge cascade of Georges Besse II uranium enrichment plant inaugurated (France) May 18, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC starts screening level environmental assessment on former Lorado mine rehabilitation project (Saskatchewan) May 15, 2009

Canada U project CNSC starts screening level environmental assessment on Cigar Lake Water Inflow Management Project (Saskatchewan) May 15, 2009

South Africa U operating AngloGold plans new uranium plant at Kopanang mine (South Africa) May 15, 2009

France D decommissioning Depleted uranium storage at Bessines nearing capacity (France) May 14, 2009

USA U project U.S. Forest Service invites comment on scope of Environmental Impact Statement for La Jara Mesa uranium mine project (New Mexico) May 13, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC announces reopening of comment period on draft Regulatory Issue Summary on Pre-Licensing Construction Activities at Proposed Uranium Recovery Facilities - for two days May 13, 2009

Japan Russia (Asian part) E trade Russia, Japan sign agreement on nuclear fuel supply May 12, 2009

USA E project corporate USEC Inc. and B+W to create centrifuge manufacturing company May 12, 2009

USA D decommissioning Utah Radiation Control Board ponders moratorium for depleted uranium disposal at Clive LLRW disposal site May 12, 2009

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC issues License Amendment for deconversion of highly enriched uranium hexafluoride in a new process line of Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc.'s, Erwin, plant (Tennessee) May 11, 2009

Russia (Asian part) E projectprotest Russian and Japanese NGOs oppose re-enrichment of reprocessed uranium at the planned Angarsk International Enrichment Center in Russia May 11, 2009

India Kazakhstan U trade India to receive up to 2500 t of uranium from Kazakhstan May 11, 2009

USA U operating White Mesa mill (only operating uranium mill in the U.S.) halts processing of uranium ores (Utah) May 9, 2009

South Africa U decommissioning South African Government releases Remediation Action Plan for the Wonderfonteinspruit Catchment Area May 8, 2009

India U operating Expansion plans for Jaduguda uranium mill and tailings dam kept dark (India) May 8, 2009

USA U project Conservation groups extend lawsuit that challenges new uranium exploration near Grand Canyon (Arizona) May 8, 2009

Namibia U project First uranium recovered from heap leaching 'mini pilot' plant at Trekkopje (Namibia) May 8, 2009

USA U decommissioning New Mexico seeks federal help for cleanup of hundreds of abandoned uranium mines May 7, 2009

USA U decommissioning health Study: Increased likelihood of kidney disease and diabetes among people who live close to abandoned uranium mines (New Mexico) May 7, 2009

Argentina U projectprotest 2000 protesters march against uranium exploration permits in Quebrada de Humahuaca UNESCO World Heritage area (Argentina) May 7, 2009

USA U project U.S. Bureau of Land Management defies Congressional uranium ban, approves new exploration north of Grand Canyon (Arizona) May 5, 2009

Namibia U project corporate Areva and Namibia sign partnership on joint uranium exploration company May 5, 2009

Canada E project NRCan and CNSC invite public comment on draft screening report for Port Granby waste management facility (Ontario) May 4, 2009

China,cont'l Russia (Asian part) E project Russia delivers first centrifuges for fourth stage of Hanzhong centrifuge enrichment plant (China) May 4, 2009

Niger U project Construction started at Imouraren uranium mine project (Niger) May 4, 2009

USA U decommissioning Ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizes full operation of Moab tailings pile relocation project (Utah) May 4, 2009

USA E project U.S. NRC invites public comment on scope of EIS to be prepared for Areva's Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility (Idaho) May 4, 2009

Australia U operatingindigenousenvironmentalprotest Olympic Dam expansion EIS rejected by the Maduwonga people (Australia) May 4, 2009

USA U project incident Open unattended drill hole found at Powertech's Centennial ISL project site (Colorado) May 1, 2009

Canada U operating CNSC invites public comment on the Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) Screening Report for Cameco's proposed Mill Services Project at Key Lake (Saskatchewan) May 1, 2009

Australia U operating Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Olympic Dam expansion project released for comment (Australia) May 1, 2009

USA U project U.S. BLM issues Finding of No Significant Impact for proposed Daneros uranium mine (Utah) April 30, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Regulatory Issue Summary on groundwater restoration at uranium ISL mines April 30, 2009

European Union R regulatory Tolerable daily intake of uranium may be exceeded for infants in certain exposure scenarios, European Food Safety Authority panel finds April 28, 2009

Argentina U projectprotest NGO to file appeal with Superior Court against uranium exploration permits in Quebrada de Humahuaca UNESCO World Heritage area (Argentina) April 28, 2009

Kazakhstan U project corporate Kazakh - Chinese joint venture starts uranium production at Ircon ISL uranium mine (Kazakhstan) April 28, 2009

Germany D tradeprotest Activist stops train carrying depleted uranium from Gronau (Germany) to France April 28, 2009

Australia U project South Australian Government approves rectification works at Marathon Resources' MtGee uranium exploration site April 28, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $44.00 per lb U3O8 April 27, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC holds United Nuclear's request for further relaxed groundwater standards at Church Rock site in abeyance (New Mexico) April 27, 2009

USA R regulatory U.S. NRC is seeking public comment against adoption of stricter radiation protection standards, as proposed by ICRP April 27, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning trade 600 protest in Muenster (Germany) against nuclear power and against depleted uranium exports from Germany to Russia April 25, 2009

Finland U projectprotest Hundreds protest in Helsinki against nuclear power and uranium mining (Finland) April 25, 2009

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC renews license of Areva NP's nuclear fuel fabrication facility in Richland (Washington): first 40-year renewal of a nuclear facility license April 24, 2009

USA U project State soliciting public comments on sampling and analysis plan for proposed Roca Honda uranium mine (New Mexico) April 24, 2009

Australia U operatingindigenousprotest Traditional Owners oppose extension of Ranger mine operation beyond 2021 (Australia) April 24, 2009

USA E project U.S. NRC issues Notice of request for written consent to transfer control of materials license and opportunity to request a hearing for USC's American Centrifuge plant project April 24, 2009

Mongolia U project IAEA offers assistance with development of uranium deposits to Mongolia April 24, 2009

Australia U project Construction has begun on Honeymoon uranium ISL mine (South Australia) April 24, 2009

Kazakhstan U project Japanese companies open North Khorasan uranium mine in Kazakhstan April 24, 2009

USA E project U.S. DOE's Inspector General issues report on quality assurance problems identified at construction of MOX fuel fabrication facility (South Carolina) April 23, 2009

Armenia U project Armenia approves uranium exploration by the Armenian-Russian Mining Company April 23, 2009

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC approves on-site disposal cell at former Sequoyah Fuels Gore conversion plant (Oklahoma) April 22, 2009

Malawi U project Locals want stake in Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) April 22, 2009

USA E project Areva submits 'roadmap' for planned doubling of capacity of planned Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility (Idaho) April 22, 2009

Australia U operating ERA keen to keep Ranger uranium mine open beyond 2021 (Australia) April 22, 2009

USA U decommissioninghealthworkerindigenousregulatory Navajo Committee seeks amendment to Radiation Exposure Compensation Act April 22, 2009

Malawi U projectprotest Malawi right watchdog, Catholic Church voice on Kayelekera uranium mine April 22, 2009

France E D operating decommissioning Refluorination campaign of depleted uranium oxide terminated prematurely at Comurhex Malvesi and Pierrelatte plants (France) April 21, 2009

France E operating incident environmental Elevated uranium concentrations found in groundwater on site of Malvesi conversion plant (France) April 21, 2009

France E operating incident environmental Elevated contaminant concentrations found in surface waters near Malvesi conversion plant after thunderstorm (France) April 21, 2009

USA U decommissioning First tailings relocation shipment departs from Moab (Utah) April 20, 2009

Slovakia U projectprotest 92,000 signatures against uranium mining in Slovakia April 17, 2009

USA E decommissioning Babcock + Wilcox pays $52.5 million to settle with plaintiffs from Apollo and Parks area (Pennsylvania) April 17, 2009

USA U projectindigenous US Appeals Court upholds EPA decision that the proposed Churchrock ISL uranium mine in New Mexico is on American Indian land April 17, 2009

Malawi U project Inauguration of Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) April 17, 2009

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Regulatory Guide RG 3.16: General Fire Protection Guide for Plutonium Processing and Fuel Fabrication Plants April 17, 2009

South Africa U project South Africa approves uranium prospection at Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site April 17, 2009

USA U operating CCAT withdraws from Cotter uranium mill cleanup advisory group (Colorado) April 16, 2009

Romania U operating Romania's uranium deposits sufficient to meet domestic demand for 10 years April 16, 2009

Romania E operating Pitesti nuclear fuel plant to double production from 2010 (Romania) April 16, 2009

USA U decommissioning Washington DOH approves continued disposal of sludge into Ford tailings disposal area April 15, 2009

Canada E operating health CNSC releases synthesis report on Port Hope health studies (Ontario) April 15, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC increased oversight of Westinghouse's fuel fabrication plant in Columbia (South Carolina) April 15, 2009

USA U regulatory environmental Conservation groups threaten U.S. Department of Energy with additional legal action for Endangered Species Act violations with Uranium Leasing Program (Colorado) April 15, 2009

Canada E operating Cameco suspends plan to produce slightly enriched uranium fuel bundles at Port Hope (Ontario) April 15, 2009

Australia U project licensing ERA files application for exploration decline at Ranger 3 Deeps (Australia) April 15, 2009

Mongolia U project incident Exploration licenses for Western Prospector's Gurvanbulag deposit suspended due to violations cited (Mongolia) April 14, 2009

Russia (Asian part) India E operating trade Russia delivers first batch of heavy water reactor fuel to India April 10, 2009

United Kingdom E operating economy UK government discloses Sellafield MOX Plant losses April 10, 2009

Australia U project licensing Application for Mining Lease lodged over Lake Way uranium deposit near Wiluna (Western Australia) April 9, 2009

Iran E project Iran inaugurates new nuclear fuel plant at Isfahan April 9, 2009

USA E project U.S. NRC issues Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed GE-Hitachi uranium enrichment facility in Wilmington (North Carolina) April 9, 2009

Canada U regulatory Saskatchewan Environment ministry has a 'massive capability and capacity deficit' in the uranium mining sector: consultant's report April 7, 2009

Australia U project Cameco to speed up development of Kintyre uranium project (Western Australia) April 6, 2009

Argentina U operating environment Water quality of Rio Diamante at inactive San Rafael uranium mine site meets standards (Argentina) April 4, 2009

Gabon U decommissioning Areva establishes local information commission at Mounana (Gabon) April 3, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC suspends acceptance review of JAB/Antelope ISL mining application again due to more inconsistencies detected in documentation (Wyoming) April 3, 2009

Namibia U project economy Feasibility study commenced for Roessing South deposit (Namibia) April 3, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Capacity of water treatment plant at Wismut's former Ronneburg mine to be increased (Germany) April 2, 2009

Canada U project CNSC invites public comment on the Screening Report concerning the environmental assessment of the Caribou uranium mining project (McClean Lake, Saskatchewan) April 2, 2009

USA E project U.S. NRC releases Environmental Report for GE Hitachi laser isotope separation enrichment plant project (North Carolina) April 2, 2009

Netherlands E operating Urenco Almelo enrichment plant reaches capacity of 4 million SWU per year (Netherlands) March 31, 2009

USA D decommissioning International Isotopes Inc. announces selection of site in Lea County, New Mexico, for the planned depleted uranium deconversion facility March 31, 2009

USA E project Areva plans to double capacity of Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility (Idaho) March 31, 2009

USA U decommissioning economy Extra funding to help move Moab tailings faster (Utah) March 31, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project NGO demands public release of the contract on uranium exploration and exploitation concluded between the DR Congo and Areva March 30, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $42.00 per lb U3O8 March 30, 2009

India U trade India to get first imported nuclear fuel consignment March 30, 2009

France E project corporate Japanese companies acquire equity stake in AREVA's Georges Besse II enrichment plant project (France) March 30, 2009

Australia U operatingindigenous Beverley uranium mine now under native title (South Australia) March 30, 2009

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of Availability of Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for License Amendment for AREVA's Richland nuclear fuel plant, Washington March 27, 2009

USA U project HRI Churchrock in-situ leach uranium mine project on hold (New Mexico) March 27, 2009

Bolivia U project IAEA offers aid for Bolivia to exploit uranium March 27, 2009

USA U operating Cotter aims to reopen Canon City (Colorado) uranium mill in 2014 to process ores from Mt Taylor mine (New Mexico) March 27, 2009

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft Regulatory Issue Summary on Pre-Licensing Construction Activities at Proposed Uranium Recovery Facilities for comment March 27, 2009

Australia U decommissioning NSW Government agrees to clean up former Hunters Hill uranium mill site (Australia) March 27, 2009

Niger U operating NGOs urge Areva to respect the environment and the health of the residents at its uranium mines in Niger March 26, 2009

Australia U project Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) document approved for Oban field leach trial (South Australia) March 26, 2009

Armenia U project NGOs concerned about uranium exploration in Armenia March 26, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project corporate Areva signs deal for uranium prospecting and mining in DR Congo March 26, 2009

USA U project environmental Company says test drilling not cause of well contamination (Virginia) March 25, 2009

Mongolia U project corporate China acquires Gurvanbulag uranium deposit in Mongolia March 25, 2009

Ecuador U project IAEA to assist Ecuador with uranium exploration March 25, 2009

USA U decommissioning health Monticello Victims of Mill Tailings Exposure (VMTE) Committee receives additional funding for cancer screening (Utah) March 25, 2009

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project Areva seeks deal for uranium exploration in DR Congo March 25, 2009

Spain U project Regional government prohibits uranium mining in Mazarete Guadalajara (Spain) March 24, 2009

USA U project Virginia state panel subcommittee approves first phase of uranium study March 24, 2009

Argentina U project Areva considers construction of uranium mill in southern Argentina March 24, 2009

Canada E operating Environmental Assessment for Cameco's Vision 2010 Project at Port Hope conversion plant to proceed as a Comprehensive Study March 24, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protest in Moscow against largest ever depleted uranium transport from Germany March 23, 2009

Russia (Asian part) India E trade TVEL set to ship fuel pellets to India March 23, 2009

Tanzania U project Uranium extraction in Tanzania to start in 2011 March 21, 2009

USA E operating Areva NP Richland (Washington) to extend incineration of wastes generated from nuclear fuel production at AND Lingen (Germany) for recovery of uranium March 20, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal for Cluff Lake decommissioning (Saskatchewan) March 20, 2009

Zambia U project environmental Environment Council of Zambia dispels pollution allegations at Lumwana mine March 20, 2009

Canada U operating Areva halts mining of Caribou ore body at McClean Lake (Saskatchewan) March 20, 2009

Russia (Asian part) Germany D tradeprotest Protests in St Petersburg (Russia) against arrival of largest ever depleted uranium transport from Germany March 20, 2009

Niger U project corporate Korea Resources Corp secures uranium source in Niger March 20, 2009

Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning Rosatom confirms termination of re-enrichment of imported depleted uranium tails in 2011 March 19, 2009

Japan E project Atomenergoprom and Toshiba consider construction of enrichment plant in Japan March 19, 2009

Romania U project Feasibility study to be resumed for uranium mining in the East Carpathian Mountains (Romania) March 19, 2009

USA U project Sky uranium in-situ leach project placed on indefinite hold (Wyoming) March 18, 2009

USA U operating Denison suspends mining at Sunday Mine (Colorado) and Rim Mine (Utah) March 18, 2009

USA D decommissioning regulatory U.S. NRC leaves low-level waste classification of depleted uranium unchanged, initiates rulemaking for near-surface disposal March 18, 2009

Nigeria U project corporate Rosatom signs memorandum on nuclear cooperation with Nigeria, including uranium mining March 18, 2009

Malawi U operating worker protest Malawi police fire teargas at workers at Kayelekera mine construction site; operations disrupted, managers evacuated March 18, 2009

USA U project Wildhorse Energy Ltd defers license application for Bison Basin/West Alkali Creek uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) March 17, 2009

USA E project Sole prospective customer of South Carolina MOX fuel plant drops contract March 17, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Water treatment plant under construction at Wismut's Hartenstein waste rock pile (Germany) March 17, 2009

Slovakia U project economy Scoping study commissioned for mining of Kuriskova uranium deposit (Slovakia) March 17, 2009

Canada U regulatory British Columbia strengthens position against uranium development March 16, 2009

Botswana U project Public meetings held with EIA process for Letlhakane uranium mine project (Botswana) March 16, 2009

Canada U decommissioning CNSC defers decision on license renewal for Cameco's Beaverlodge mine decommissioning (Saskatchewan) March 16, 2009

Malawi U project health worker Three workers seriously burnt at Kayelekera uranium mine construction site (Malawi) March 16, 2009

Australia U operating ERA files application for approval of heap leach project at Ranger mine (Australia) March 16, 2009

Botswana U project Over one hundred uranium prospecting licences issued in Botswana March 15, 2009

USA U projectindigenousprotest Alaska Natives protest uranium exploration on Iditarod Trail March 14, 2009

USA U project Environmental Assessment for Daneros uranium mine project available for public comment (Utah) March 13, 2009

Australia U operating incident environmental Ranger tailings dam leaks 100 cubic metres per day (Australia) March 13, 2009

Germany R health Radiation protection authority publishes assessment of radiation doses from consumption of German drinking waters March 12, 2009

Germany Russia (Asian part) D tradeprotest Protests against largest ever depleted uranium export from Germany to Russia March 11, 2009

USA U operating URI shuts down uranium ISL mine at Vasquez (Texas) March 11, 2009

USA U operating URI shuts down uranium ISL mine at Kingsville Dome (Texas) March 11, 2009

USA U operating URI shuts down uranium ISL mine at Rosita (Texas) March 11, 2009

Namibia U project Public meetings on Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) on uranium mining in Namibia March 9, 2009

USA U operating incident Cameco Resources pays $5000 fine for failure to report excursion at Highland ISL site (Wyoming) March 9, 2009

Gabon U project Areva eyes resumption of uranium mining in Gabon March 9, 2009

USA U operating Cameco submits Notice of Intent for Three Crow expansion project of Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) March 6, 2009

USA U operating Cameco submits Notice of Intent for Marsland expansion project of Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) March 6, 2009

Canada U project CNSC requests Environmental Assessment for underground exploration ramp at Matoush uranium exploration site (Quebec) March 5, 2009

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) March 4, 2009

Belgium E decommissioning Decommissioning contract awarded for Dessel MOX fuel fabrication plant (Belgium) March 4, 2009

Canada U projectindigenoussupport Inuit organization signs agreement for exploration of Inuit owned land nearby Areva's Kiggavik uranium deposit (Nunavut) March 4, 2009

Ukraine E project Ukraine plans to start production of nuclear fuel assemblies in 2013 March 4, 2009

Slovakia E project TVEL interested in building nuclear fuel production plant in Slovakia March 3, 2009

Botswana U project 16 uranium exploration licenses granted on Bushman land since evictions (Botswana) March 3, 2009

Zambia U project Contract copper refinery refuses processing of Lumwana copper concentrate because of uranium contamination (Zambia) March 2, 2009

Jordan U project economy Positive feasibility study on Jordan's potential to produce uranium from phosphate March 2, 2009

India U project Contract awarded for construction of uranium mill at Pulivendula project (Andhra Pradesh, India) March 1, 2009

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Traditional owners continue ban on Koongarra uranium mining (Australia) February 28, 2009

Australia U operating Olympic Dam expansion EIS - now completed - won't be released until May 1, with just 8 week comment period (South Australia) February 28, 2009

USA U operating Cotter to close secondary impoundment pond at Canon City mill (Colorado) February 27, 2009

USA U decommissioning First tailings relocation shipment to depart from Moab on April 20, 2009

(Utah) February 26, 2009

USA U decommissioning United Nuclear chasing horse during inspection of reclaimed Church Rock uranium mill tailings, again... (New Mexico) February 25, 2009

USA E project First uranium hexafluoride arrives at LES enrichment plant (New Mexico) February 25, 2009

USA U project Contested case hearing granted on permit application for Goliad ISL uranium mine (Texas) February 25, 2009

Canada U projectprotest Bishops raise concerns over nuclear and uranium industry development in Saskatchewan February 25, 2009

USA U project licensing License application filed for Dewey-Burdock ISL uranium mine (South Dakota) February 25, 2009

Australia U project corporate Chinese investment firm takes stake in Nolans Bore uranium deposit (Australia) February 25, 2009

Russia (Asian part) U project corporate Electricite de France is interested in mining uranium at Elkon deposit (Russia) February 25, 2009

USA U project New Mexico House passes bill for creation of task force to look into uranium mining February 24, 2009

India U project Uranium mining project in Meghalaya to begin latest by 2010 (India) February 23, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $45.00 per lb U3O8 February 23, 2009

Namibia U project licensing License actually granted for Trekkopje uranium mine; full production expected in 2011 (Namibia) February 23, 2009

USA U project Unofficial Draft Environmental Assessment issued for uranium exploration in Kaibab National Forest near Grand Canyon (Arizona) February 22, 2009

Spain U project Spanish Cabinet paves way for uranium exploration and mining in Mazarete Guadalajara February 20, 2009

Canada U project Nunavut Impact Review Board releases Final Guidelines for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement for Garry Lake uranium exploration project February 20, 2009

Tajikistan U decommissioning Villagers farm perilously close to abandoned uranium dump (Tajikistan) February 20, 2009

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Baker Lake hunters, elders still oppose uranium mine (Nunavut) February 20, 2009

Argentina U operating Appeals Court confirms verdict against reopening of San Rafael uranium mine (Argentina) February 19, 2009

USA E project Mitsubishi and Areva to build nuclear fuel fabrication plant in USA February 18, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Notice of Consideration of Amendment Request for Decommissioning of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren, VA and Opportunity To Request a Hearing February 17, 2009

South Africa U project Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site endangered by uranium prospection (South Africa) February 14, 2009

USA U operating licensing Groundwater discharge permit sought for idle Mt. Taylor uranium mine (New Mexico) February 13, 2009

Czech Rep. U project Czech Environment Minister upholds denial of exploration license for Osecna-Kotel uranium deposit February 13, 2009

Zambia U project Zambia to issue two uranium mining permits February 11, 2009

South Africa U project Commissioning of uranium plant started at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) February 10, 2009

Kazakhstan India U project India to enter joint venture for uranium mining in Kazakhstan February 9, 2009

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues Notice of license renewal request for Christensen and Irigaray Ranch uranium in-situ leach facilities and opportunity to request a hearing (Wyoming) February 9, 2009

USA U project Utah DEQ invites comment on proposed groundwater permit for restart of Energy Queen uranium mine February 5, 2009

USA U decommissioning Uranium Watch opens office in Moab, Utah February 4, 2009

Russia (Asian part) D project Russia's first depleted uranium hexafluoride deconversion plant to start operation in spring 2009

February 4, 2009

USA D decommissioning Airborne uranium measurements will be taken at Pohakuloa Training Area (Hawaii) February 4, 2009

USA D decommissioning Massachusetts Attorney General files complaint against Starmet for failure to vacate former DU munitions facility site in Concord February 4, 2009

USA U operating U.S. BLM approves extension of uranium mining at Sunday mine complex (Colorado) February 4, 2009

Kazakhstan India U regulatory India and Kazakhstan have signed memorandum on joint extraction of natural uranium in Kazakhstan February 4, 2009

USA E project GE-Hitachi submits first part of application for laser isotope separation enrichment commercial facility project in Wilmington (North Carolina) February 4, 2009

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at EURODIF enrichment plant (France) February 3, 2009

Canada U decommissioning Former Gunnar Mine Site Rehabilitation Project Environmental Assessment to continue as a Comprehensive Study (Saskatchewan) February 2, 2009

Czech Rep. U project Diamo submits proposal for restart of uranium mining at historic mine site of Straz pod Ralskem (Czech Republic) February 2, 2009

USA U operating corporate Bluerock Resources returns J-Bird uranium mine to vendors (Colorado) February 2, 2009

Uganda U project Uganda invites uranium investors, but precludes uranium export February 1, 2009

Australia U project Conservation Council calls for referendum on uranium mining in Western Australia January 31, 2009

USA E operating UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority sees no future for Sellafield MOX fuel plant January 30, 2009

France U decommissioning Areva trying to block TV documentary on residual contamination left around former uranium mine sites in France January 30, 2009

Greenland U projectprotest Opponents of uranium mining at Kvanefjeld form association (Greenland) January 30, 2009

Canada U project Residents concerned about possible uranium exploration in spite of moratorium (British Columbia) January 29, 2009

USA U operating U.S. NRC admits further contentions against North Trend Expansion project of Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) January 27, 2009

Canada U project 300 demonstrate in Sept-iles for uranium mining moratorium in Quebec January 27, 2009

Kazakhstan U project corporate Atomredmetzoloto buys up Russian stakes in Budenovsky uranium deposits (Kazakhstan) January 27, 2009

USA U operating Kingsville Dome ISL mine to shut down again (Texas) January 27, 2009

INTERNATIONAL U economy UxC's Uranium month-end spot price: $48.00 per lb U3O8 January 26, 2009

Namibia U project Consultation meetings on second desalination plant to start soon (Namibia) January 26, 2009

Finland U projectprotest 300 demonstrate in Oulu against nuclear power and uranium mining projects (Finland) January 24, 2009

USA U operating incident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to Cameco Resources for failure to report excursion at Highland ISL site (Wyoming) January 23, 2009

Russia (Asian part) South Africa E project Russia and South Africa eye cooperation in conversion and enrichment of uranium January 23, 2009

USA U decommissioning U.S. Forest Service invites comment on draft Engineering Evaluation/Cost Analysis for abandoned Workman Creek Mine Sites (Arizona) January 22, 2009

USA U decommissioning Home owners near former Homestake Grants uranium mill site being offered alternate drinking water supply (New Mexico) January 22, 2009

USA U project U.S. NRC suspends acceptance review of JAB/Antelope ISL mining application due to odd deficiencies detected in documentation (Wyoming) January 21, 2009

Canada U project Nunavut Impact Review Board invites comment on screening for Areva's Kiggavik uranium mine project January 20, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC offers Opportunity To Request a Hearing on Areva's plan for installation of supercritical CO2 uranium recovery process at Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) January 16, 2009

India U project Local NGOs seek early Government approval of Mawthabah uranium project in Meghalaya (India) January 15, 2009

USA U project Powertech Uranium Corp. files application for Underground Injection Control Permit at Dewey-Burdock Project (South Dakota) January 15, 2009

USA U project Concern about water use of proposed North Hansen uranium mine in Tallahassee area (Colorado) January 14, 2009

USA E operating U.S. NRC approves new small cylinder filling process at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) January 13, 2009

USA U decommissioning Tronox bankruptcy raises questions about uranium cleanup in Cave Hills area (South Dakota) January 13, 2009

Uzbekistan U project Uzbekistan plans to develop seven new uranium deposits to achieve 50% production increase by 2012 January 13, 2009

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for Decommissioning Plan for the Hypervelocity Gun Facility at the Naval Research Laboratory in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland January 13, 2009

Kazakhstan India U trade Kazakhstan to sign nuclear cooperation pact with India, including supply of uranium January 11, 2009

India U project Uranium exploration approved at Khandela and Raghunathgarh in Sikar district, Rajasthan (India) January 11, 2009

USA D decommissioning The U.S. DOE Inspector General demands more efforts to develop possible uses rather than disposal of depleted uranium oxide (!) January 9, 2009

Mongolia U project economy Gurvanbulag uranium mine project not feasible at current uranium spot market price (Mongolia) January 9, 2009

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for partial site release of CE Windsor nuclear fuel plant for unrestricted use (Connecticut) January 9, 2009

USA U decommissioning Additional claim stake found on Maybell tailings disposal site (Colorado) January 8, 2009

Australia U project Beverley Four Mile Project Mining Lease Proposal released for public comment (South Australia) January 8, 2009

Brazil E project Resende enrichment plant granted operating license (Brazil) January 8, 2009

USA U decommissioning environmental New Mexico warns well users within San Mateo Creek Basin of contamination January 8, 2009

Malawi U project economy Paladin discloses massive increase in costs for mining of the Kayelekera deposit (Malawi) January 8, 2009

Zambia U project Uranium extraction project at Lumwana copper mine deferred (Zambia) January 7, 2009

USA U project Petitions filed for protection of archaeological sites at Dewey Burdock uranium property (South Dakota) January 6, 2009

USA E decommissioning health ATSDR study finds no public health hazards from past Oak Ridge enrichment plant releases (Tennessee) January 5, 2009

Niger U project licensing Areva receives operating licence for Imouraren mine (Niger) January 5, 2009

Germany U decommissioning Cleanup of Wismut legacy to take longer than foreseen (Germany) January 2, 2009

Australia U operating incident Truck rollover causes 17,000 litres acid spill (Northern Territory, Australia) January 2, 2009

decommissioning environmental Uranium in groundwater of former Gunnison mill site continues to exceed standard more than tenfold; compliance strategy by natural flushing 'may need to be revised' (Colorado) December 31, 2011

USA U project environmental Fairfax Water Authority releases study on impacts of uranium mining in Virginia on watersheds, calling for a 'conservative and precautionary approach' to mining December 29, 2011

Japan E operating JNFL starts operating new centrifuges at Rokkasho-mura uranium enrichment plant December 29, 2011

USA U decommissioningindigenous Remediation of U.S. Highway 160 Site on Navajo land near former Tuba City uranium mill completed (Arizona) December 28, 2011

Mongolia U project Two uranium processing facilities to be built in Dornod province (Mongolia) December 28, 2011

Canada U decommissioning Back to the roots at Elliot Lake: Uranium Festival returns (Ontario) December 28, 2011

USA U project regulatory protest The Virginia Coalition formed to keep the uranium moratorium in Virginia December 28, 2011

Israel U project licensing Uranium exploration to be licensed in the Negev (Israel) December 22, 2011

USA E decommissioning licensing ABB applies for license termination of decommissioned CE Windsor nuclear fuel plant (Connecticut) December 21, 2011

European Union U regulatory European Commission seeks views 'where the existing Euratom nuclear safety legislative framework could be further reinforced' December 21, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Comment invited on proposed requirement to collect additional groundwater data at former Lisbon uranium mill site (Utah) December 21, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing Draft EIS for Areva's Kiggavik uranium mine project available for comment (Nunavut, Canada) December 21, 2011

France E operating incident Areva/Comurhex condemned to 60,000 Euro in fines for 2009 water pollution incident at Malvesi conversion plant (France) December 21, 2011

USA U project economy Studies confirm viability of Lance in-situ leach uranium projects (Wyoming) December 21, 2011

USA E operating incident Crack in accumulator vessel causes small release of uranium hexafluoride at Paducah (Kentucky) December 20, 2011

USA U project licensing Goliad uranium in situ leach project receives final state authorization for start of construction (Texas) December 20, 2011

Germany E operating corporate protest Group succeeds in collecting the amount of Euro 15,000 to replace Areva's sponsorship for local cultural event in Erlangen (Germany) December 19, 2011

France E decommissioning licensing Public inquiry on cleaning phase at Eurodif gaseous diffusion enrichment plant at Tricastin (France) December 19, 2011

Canada U project Cameco, Areva sign milling arrangement to have all ore from Cigar Lake uranium mine processed at McClean Lake mill (Saskatchewan) December 19, 2011

USA U project National Academy of Sciences report finds 'steep hurdles' to uranium mining in Virginia December 19, 2011

South Africa U operating incident worker Half of workforce at Ezulwini mine to be fired in response to fatal accidents' 'impact on employee morale and productivity' (!) (South Africa) December 19, 2011

India U project Meghalaya may shift Kynshi hydro power project for uranium deposits (India) December 17, 2011

USA U operating licensing Cotter Corp. plans to seek license termination for Canon City uranium mill, rather than to rebuild it (Colorado) December 16, 2011

Mongolia U project licensing 107 uranium exploration licenses issued in Mongolia December 16, 2011

USA U operating licensing Denison requests license amendment for processing of residues from former Gore conversion plant as alternative feed at White Mesa mill (Utah) December 15, 2011

USA U project Further study assesses socioeconomic impact of uranium mining in Virginia December 15, 2011

Italy D operating Italy recognizes 98 deaths of military personnel connected to depleted uranium at Sardinia firing ranges (Italy) December 15, 2011

Canada U regulatoryindigenoussupport Labrador's Inuit government votes to lift moratorium on uranium mining (Canada) December 14, 2011

Kazakhstan U operating Kazakhstan to raise uranium output to 21,346 tonnes in 2012 December 14, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC audit identifies 'opportunities' for more effective oversight of uranium recovery decommissioning December 13, 2011

Namibia U project economy Areva announces suspension of Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) December 13, 2011

South Africa U project economy Areva announces suspension of Ryst Kuil uranium mine project (South Africa) December 13, 2011

USA E project economy Areva announces suspension of Eagle Rock enrichment plant project (USA) December 13, 2011

France E operating economy Areva announces suspension of capacity increase at Georges Besse II centrifuge enrichment plant (France) December 13, 2011

France E operating economy Areva announces suspension of capacity increase at MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) December 13, 2011

France E operating economy Areva announces suspension of capacity increase at Comurhex Malvesi conversion plant (France) December 13, 2011

France E operating economy Areva announces suspension of capacity increase at Comurhex Pierrelatte conversion plant (France) December 13, 2011

Canada U project corporate Rio Tinto has acquired 84% of Hathor, owner of Roughrider deposit (Saskatchewan) December 13, 2011

Namibia U project economy Areva lowers Trekkopje deposit resource estimate by 42% (Namibia) December 12, 2011

Gabon U decommissioning health worker Areva for the first time compensates families of Gabon uranium miners who died of lung cancer December 10, 2011

Russia (Asian part) Japan E operating trade Russia to start direct supplies of enriched uranium to Japan December 10, 2011

Australia U regulatory New South Wales to review ban on uranium mining (Australia) December 10, 2011

USA D decommissioning ATSDR report dismisses cancer-Navy link on Vieques (Puerto Rico) December 8, 2011

USA U project licensing Court upholds county's approval process for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) December 8, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. Forest Service issues Notice of Intent to prepare an environmental impact statement for exploratory uranium drilling on the Cibola National Forest, Mount Taylor Ranger District (New Mexico) December 8, 2011

Slovakia U project economy corporate Tournigan to cooperate with Areva on test work for Kuriskova uranium mine feasibility study (Slovakia) December 7, 2011

ICRP R ICRP issues Draft Report for Consultation: Radiological Protection against Radon Exposure December 7, 2011

Hungary U decommissioning economy Further funding assured for treatment of Pecs uranium mill tailings seepage (Hungary) December 6, 2011

Niger U operating health worker Areva to monitor health of Niger uranium mine workers December 6, 2011

Australia U project Litigation on Four Mile uranium project settled (South Australia) December 6, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on Draft Regulatory Guide 'Decommissioning Planning during Operations' December 5, 2011

Poland U project protest Demonstration in Jelenia Gora against uranium exploration in Southwestern Poland December 4, 2011

Australia India U operating trade regulatory Australia's ruling Labor party ends ban on uranium exports to India December 4, 2011

United Kingdom E decommissioning corporate Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Urenco sign agreement on transfer of NDA's Capenhurst site to Urenco (United Kingdom) December 1, 2011

Greenland U project licensing Greenland authorizes exploration of radioactive minerals at Kvanefjeld deposit December 1, 2011

Namibia U project licensing Mining license for Husab (ex Roessing South) uranium mine project issued (Namibia) December 1, 2011

Australia U operating environment ERA announces decision to improve waste water management at Ranger mine (Australia) November 30, 2011

USA U project Study assesses scenarios on socioeconomic impact of uranium mining in Virginia November 30, 2011

USA U operating Uranerz signs agreement with Cameco on processing of Nichols Ranch resin at Smith Ranch (Wyoming) November 30, 2011

Australia U operating licensing Olympic Dam expansion bill passes South Australian Parliament November 29, 2011

USA U decommissioning licensing Anadarko denies need for new groundwater standards at Bear Creek uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) November 28, 2011

Canada U regulatoryindigenouseconomy Nunavut Inuit charge royalties on resources extracted from their lands November 28, 2011

USA U operating Appeal challenges Arizona 1 uranium mine threatening Grand Canyon (Arizona) November 28, 2011

South Africa U project environmental licensing Comment invited on final scoping report for proposed Mooifontein open pit uranium mine and heap leach project (South Africa) November 25, 2011

Namibia U regulatory Namibia invites comment on Draft Nuclear Fuel Cycle Policy November 25, 2011

ICRP R ICRP releases Publication 114 on Transfer Parameters for Reference Animals and Plants November 24, 2011

ICRP R ICRP releases Publication 115 revising radon risk coefficient November 24, 2011

USA U decommissioningindigenoushealth CDC plans 'Prospective Birth Cohort Study Involving Environmental Uranium Exposure in the Navajo Nation' November 22, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on Draft Interim Staff Guidance: Evaluations of uranium recovery facility surveys of radon and radon progeny in air and demonstrations of compliance November 21, 2011

Namibia U regulatory Namibia publishes Radiation Protection and Waste Disposal Regulations November 18, 2011

Russia (Asian part) E operating protest Attackers of Siberian anti-uranium activists given jail terms (Russia) November 18, 2011

USA U project environmental Report finds degradation of water quality and increased water competition for proposed Coles Hill uranium mine (Virginia) November 17, 2011

Australia U operating protest Highway protest against expansion of Olympic Dam mine (South Australia) November 17, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of intent to prepare a supplemental environmental impact statement for the Ross uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) November 16, 2011

Uruguay U project Uranium development in Uruguay on hold November 16, 2011

India U project Karnataka Minister wants state government to halt uranium exploration at Gogi (India) November 16, 2011

USA E operating licensing Urenco USA uranium enrichment plant receives NRC approval to operate fifth cascade (New Mexico) November 15, 2011

USA E operating trade incident Truck carrying uranium fuel rods wrecked in Tennessee November 15, 2011

Germany E operating trade Study sheds light on nuclear transports in Germany, in particular transports of uranium hexafluoride November 15, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Majority of residents of informal settlement on radioactive mine waste dump in Krugersdorp still waiting for relocation (South Africa) November 15, 2011

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC proposes $17,500 penalty for violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) November 15, 2011

Sweden E operating incident Deficiencies in radiation protection at Westinghouse Vaesteraas nuclear fuel plant (Sweden) November 15, 2011

Australia India U regulatory trade Australian Prime Minister calls to lift ban on uranium sales to India November 15, 2011

Finland U project environmental Finnish police investigate Talvivaara Sotkamo mine waste water discharge November 14, 2011

South Africa U operating worker health incident Another miner dies in fall-of-ground accident at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) November 14, 2011

Russia (Asian part) Switzerland E operating trade Swiss utility halts use of nuclear fuel originating from Russian Mayak reprocessing plant, in response to denial of site inspection November 12, 2011

India U project environmental health State Task Force report points at health hazard from effluent releases at proposed Gogi uranium mine site (Karnataka, India) November 11, 2011

USA U project licensing Public comment invited on draft license for Goliad in-situ leach uranium mine (Texas) November 11, 2011

Australia U regulatory Marathon Resources commences court action over Arkaroola mining ban (South Australia) November 11, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing Cameco seeks relaxed standards for groundwater restoration at Mine Unit B of its Highland in situ leach uranium mine, after U.S. NRC identified irregularities (Wyoming) November 10, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed Alternative Soils Standards for the Uravan uranium mill site (Colorado) November 10, 2011

USA U project environmental U.S. EPA presents dose and risk estimates for radon emissions from existing and hypothetical uranium mills and from in situ leach uranium mines in USA - highest doses by far found for hypothetical uranium mill site in Virginia November 10, 2011

Namibia U project NamPower considering construction of coal power plant near Arandis (Namibia) November 10, 2011

USA D decommissioning Final environmental radiation monitoring plan released for depleted uranium radiation control areas at Pohakuloa Training Area (Hawaii) November 9, 2011

Canada U projectregulatory Petition for uranium moratorium presented to National Assembly of Quebec November 9, 2011

USA U project economy Preliminary Economic Assessment commissioned for Bokan Mountain - Dotson Ridge property (Alaska) November 9, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. EPA suspends all work on Centennial project licensing, including aquifer pump test (Colorado) November 8, 2011

India U project licensing State gives approval for uranium mining at Gogi (Karnataka, India) November 8, 2011

USA U operating Commissioning phase at Willow Creek (ex Christensen Ranch) ISL uranium mine still ongoing after almost one year (Wyoming) November 7, 2011

Kazakhstan U operating licensing Kharasan ISL uranium mine at commissioning stage, still awaiting operating license (Kazakhstan) November 7, 2011

Australia U project Commissioning started at Honeymoon ISL uranium mine (South Australia) November 7, 2011

Canada U project protest Petition against uranium exploration in Mingan area (Quebec) November 7, 2011

South Africa U project Uraniferous slurry spillage at Mintails' West Rand tailings project (South Africa) November 7, 2011

Tanzania U regulatory U.S. law firm sends environmental expert to Tanzania to help set up uranium mining regulations November 7, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Report exposing hazards from mine dumps in Gauteng still unreleased (South Africa) November 5, 2011

Kazakhstan E operating corporate Areva, Kazatomprom sign agreement on construction of new production line at Ulba nuclear fuel plant (Kazakhstan) November 4, 2011

USA E operating incident Elevated radiation readings found on uranium hexafluoride cylinders at Paducah (Kentucky) November 3, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Comment invited on EIAs for INCA and Tubas Red Sand areas of Omaha uranium mine project (Namibia) November 1, 2011

Australia U decommissioning environmental Study finds toxicity risk to grazing animals on rehabilitated Mary Kathleen uranium mine site (Australia) October 31, 2011

Netherlands E operating licensing Urenco Almelo enrichment plant obtains license for capacity increase to 6.2 million SWU per year (Netherlands) October 31, 2011

Germany U decommissioning Effluent from Wismut's former Aue uranium mine could be used for geothermal heating (Germany) October 31, 2011

Brazil U operating Caetite uranium mine to double production (Bahia, Brazil) October 31, 2011

Brazil U project Uranium production at Santa Quiteria to start in 2014/2015 (Ceara, Brazil) October 31, 2011

Central African Rep. U project economy Areva temporarily suspends Bakouma uranium mine project - in wake of Fukushima disaster (Central African Republic) October 31, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental Demolition of Sequoyah Fuels Corp. Gore uranium conversion plant begins; safety of disposal cell questioned (Oklahoma) October 31, 2011

Jordan U project AREVA announces 12,000 tonnes of potential uranium resources in central Jordan October 31, 2011

USA E project Savannah River Site facility to be used to feed future MOX plant (South Carolina) October 31, 2011

United Kingdom E decommissioning economy Sellafield MOX plant closure could cost taxpayer GBP 100 million (United Kingdom) October 31, 2011

Zambia U projectindigenous Chief Sikoongo not ready for uranium mining activities in his area (Zambia) October 30, 2011

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) October 28, 2011

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC once again identifies multiple violations at Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) October 28, 2011

USA U regulatory economy U.S. NRC issues Regulatory Issue Summary on long-term surveillance charge for conventional or heap leach uranium recovery facilities October 28, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. EPA issues Construction Approval for tailings impoundment at Pinon Ridge uranium mill project (Colorado) October 26, 2011

USA E operating Plan would send contaminated plutonium from Savannah River Site (South Carolina) to New Mexico for disposal October 26, 2011

Malawi U operating corporate Paladin paying Malawi's president? Australia's help sought to see records October 26, 2011

USA U projectregulatory U.S. Department of Interior extends uranium mining ban at Grand Canyon National Park, issues final EIS October 26, 2011

Tanzania U project licensing Atomredmetzoloto applies for mining licence at Mkuju River project (Tanzania) October 26, 2011

USA U operating incident Numerous violations identified during inspection of Cameco's Highland / Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) October 25, 2011

USA E operating environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for license renewal of NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant (Tennessee) October 25, 2011

Belgium E operating Areva announces closure of FBFC Dessel nuclear fuel plant (Belgium) October 25, 2011

India U operating trade incident Truck with uranium damaged in accident (India) October 25, 2011

Czech Rep. U project corporate Russia's Rosatom ready to mine uranium in Czech Republic October 24, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental protest House Committee: Stop uranium exploration in Selous Game Reserve (Tanzania) October 24, 2011

USA U project licensing Lost Creek uranium in situ leach project receives state Permit to Mine (Wyoming) October 24, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for exemption of material from decommissioning of Hematite nuclear fuel plant for disposal at unlicensed facility in Idaho October 24, 2011

Germany U decommissioning environmental Cleanup of 1954 Lengenfeld uranium mill tailings spill finally completed (Germany) October 22, 2011

USA U operating incident Many compliance concerns identified during inspection of Cameco's Highland / Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) October 21, 2011

USA E project economy U.S. Government to fund further development of American Centrifuge Plant (Ohio) October 21, 2011

USA U project licensing Utah DEQ invites comment on proposed license renewal extension for idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill October 21, 2011

Canada E operating licensing Cameco files submissions for license renewal of Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) October 21, 2011

Canada E operating licensing Cameco files submissions for license renewal of Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) October 21, 2011

Canada E operating licensing Cameco files submissions for license renewal of Port Hope fuel manufacturing plant (Ontario) October 21, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Regulatory Guide: Standard Format and Content of License Applications for Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facilities October 21, 2011

USA E D operating corporate ConverDyn and Urenco USA announce 'Competitive American Tails Upgrade Partnership' October 20, 2011

France E operating health environmental Dose rate at boundary of Areva's Pierrelatte conversion plant exceeds 1 mSv standard (France) October 20, 2011

USA E project incident U.S. NRC fines GE-Hitachi $45,000 for multiple security violations at laser isotope separation enrichment demonstration facility in Wilmington (North Carolina) October 20, 2011

Sweden U project protest licensing Municipality continues to appeal extension of exploration licenses in Oviken (Sweden) October 20, 2011

Korea, DPR E operating North Korea 'Has New Uranium Enrichment Facility' October 20, 2011

Canada U project economy British Columbia pays company off for Blizzard deposit claim, pre-existing to province's anti-uranium policy October 19, 2011

Brazil E operating incident Three unreported spills - due to 'imperfections' in the equipment - revealed at Resende enrichment plant (Brazil) October 19, 2011

USA U regulatory Federal judge halts DOE Uranium Leasing Program in Colorado October 19, 2011

Australia U operating South Australian Parliament starts inquiry into legal agreement on Olympic Dam Expansion Project October 19, 2011

Namibia U project economy Rumors growing that Areva plans massive cuts: abandonment of Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) October 18, 2011

Niger U project economy Rumors growing that Areva plans massive cuts: delay of Imouraren uranium mine project (Niger) October 18, 2011

USA E project economy Rumors growing that Areva plans massive cuts: delay or cancellation of Eagle Rock enrichment plant project (USA) October 18, 2011

Belgium E operating economy Rumors growing that Areva plans massive cuts: closure of FBFC Dessel nuclear fuel plant (Belgium) October 18, 2011

Germany E operating economy Rumors growing that Areva plans massive cuts: layoffs at AND Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) October 18, 2011

South Africa U project India working out mechanisms with South Africa to access its uranium October 18, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC reactivates license for Crownpoint in situ leach mine after 11 years on hold (New Mexico) October 18, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental Removal of radioactive material from Parks Township nuclear waste site interrupted (Pennsylvania) October 18, 2011

Canada U regulatoryindigenoussupport Inuit government in Labrador invites comment on review of uranium mining moratorium October 17, 2011

Namibia U operating environmental licensing Draft SEAL for expansion of Rossing uranium mine available for comment for just two weeks (Namibia) October 17, 2011

France E operating Comment invited on guidance for the control of activities in the vicinity of nuclear installations (France) October 17, 2011

USA R regulatory U.S. NRC seeks public comment on proposed changes to its policy statement on consumer products containing radioactive material October 14, 2011

Czech Rep. U project licensing Czech Environment Minister upholds decision to deny request to open Osecna-Kotel area for uranium prospection and exploration October 13, 2011

USA E decommissioning licensing U.S. NRC approves Decommissioning Plan for Westinghouse Hematite nuclear fuel plant (Missouri) October 13, 2011

USA U operating licensing Comment invited on Draft Revised Licence for White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) (comment period extended) October 13, 2011

Poland U project protest Demonstration in Stara Kamienica against search for uranium in Southwestern Poland October 13, 2011

Spain U project Licensing and permitting processes initiated for development of two deposits within the Salamanca 1 uranium project (Spain) October 13, 2011

South Africa U project licensing First Uranium continues operation of Mine Waste Solutions tailings reprocessing project in spite of mining right withdrawal (South Africa) October 13, 2011

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC issues license for Areva's Eagle Rock uranium enrichment plant (Idaho) October 12, 2011

Australia U operating economy BHP approves US$ 1.2 billion pre-commitment funding for Olympic Dam expansion (South Australia) October 11, 2011

Australia U operatingindigenousenvironmentalprotest Conservation and Aboriginal groups upset about Olympic Dam mine expansion (South Australia) October 11, 2011

Sweden U project licensing Group appeals uranium exploration license granted in Oviken, Jamtland (Sweden) October 10, 2011

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning economy World Bank provides additional financing for tailings relocation at Mailuu Suu (Kyrgyzstan) October 10, 2011

Australia U operating environmental licensing Giant Olympic Dam copper/uranium mine expansion gets federal and state environmental approvals (South Australia) October 10, 2011

USA U project licensing Uranerz to seek license for Jane Dough ISL project as extension of Nichols Ranch (Wyoming) October 7, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC to inspect fuel cycle facilities on preparations for natural disasters - in wake of Fukushima disaster October 6, 2011

Brazil U operating environment Parliamentary commission discusses NGO report on impacts of uranium mining at Caetite (Bahia, Brazil) October 6, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Elevated concentrations of radium-226 and radium-228 in groundwater at Petrotomics Shirley Basin uranium mill tailings disposal site have natural causes, DOE says (Wyoming) October 6, 2011

USA E project Congressional committee wants updated details on MOX project at Savannah River Site (South Carolina) October 6, 2011

Uzbekistan U project corporate Uzbek-Chinese joint venture plans to start uranium mining in Navoi region (Uzbekistan) October 6, 2011

Australia U project protest Protests against uranium mining in Kakadu national park at mining conference in Darwin (Northern Territory, Australia) October 6, 2011

Kazakhstan U operating Kazakhstan ready to increase annual uranium production up to 25,000 - 30,000 tonnes October 6, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Regulatory Issue Summary regarding long-term surveillance charge for conventional or heap leach uranium recovery facilities October 5, 2011

Czech Rep. U project protest economy NGOs slam proposal for restart of in situ leach uranium mining at Straz pod Ralskem in view of exorbitant reclamation cost still to be covered (Czech Republic) October 5, 2011

Poland U project Polish Nuclear Power Program to be based on imported uranium - for the time being; comments from neighboring countries invited October 5, 2011

USA U operating incident U.S. NRC begins special investigation of Willow Creek uranium in situ leach mine after aerial release of yellow cake powder (Wyoming) October 5, 2011

Canada U project Cameco prepares new milling arrangement to have all ore from Cigar Lake uranium mine processed at McClean Lake mill (Saskatchewan) October 5, 2011

Ukraine E project corporate economy Russian-Ukrainian joint venture's nuclear fuel plant to cost US$ 350 million October 5, 2011

USA U operating licensing U.S. NRC staff determines that a fourth five-year postponement of initiation of decommissioning of the Sweetwater uranium mill site should be granted (Wyoming) October 4, 2011

Malawi U operating Kayelekera uranium mill temporarily shut down due to delays in deliveries of sulphuric acid (Malawi) October 4, 2011

USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA and U.S. NRC at odds over reclamation of Homestake Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) October 3, 2011

Kazakhstan U project economy Kazakhstan ends rise in uranium production to stabilize prices October 3, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. BLM invites comment on Environmental Assessment for proposed reopening of La Sal #2 uranium mine for uranium sampling (Utah) October 3, 2011

Czech Rep. U operating health worker Annual dose estimates for Rozna underground uranium miners still based on communist era-style method (Czech Republic) September 30, 2011

Ukraine U decommissioning environmental Some of the Dniprodzerzhynsk uranium mill tailings dumps present serious groundwater contamination hazard (Ukraine) September 30, 2011

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning environmental Elevated radiation levels still found around reclaimed Khadzhi-Say tailings dump (Kyrgyzstan) September 30, 2011

Poland U decommissioning environmental High radioactivity levels still found in effluents from abandoned uranium mine galleries in Kowary area (Poland) September 30, 2011

South Africa U project Mintails Ltd abandons plan to extract uranium at West Rand tailings project (South Africa) September 30, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on draft guidance on surveys of radon and progeny in air and compliance with public dose limit for uranium recovery facilities September 30, 2011

USA U decommissioning Federal government, mine operators reach deal on cleanup of former Midnite uranium mine (Washington) September 30, 2011

USA U project licensing TCEQ announces opportunity for comment and to request Contested Case Hearing on Technical Review for Pawnee ISL uranium mine project (Texas) September 30, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC requests comment on Policy Regarding Submittal of Amendments for Processing of Equivalent Feed at Licensed Uranium Recovery Facilities September 30, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC requests comments on application for grossly relaxed groundwater standards at ExxonMobil's Highland uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) September 30, 2011

France E operating incident Appeals court finds Areva guilty of 2008 uranium spill in Tricastin and imposes 300,000 EUR fine (France) September 30, 2011

USA U project Company presents project for Aurora open pit uranium mine and mill (Oregon) September 29, 2011

European Union R regulatory European Commission adopts proposal for revised basic radiation protection standards September 29, 2011

USA U decommissioningindigenous U.S. EPA announces plan to clean up Northeast Church Rock Mine - largest abandoned uranium mine on the Navajo Nation (New Mexico) September 29, 2011

Namibia U project Comments invited on Background Information Document for coal power plant planned for supply of uranium mines (Namibia) September 29, 2011

USA U operating environment Cotter ordered to build bypass pipeline at its Schwartzwalder Mine to stop uranium contamination of water (Colorado) September 29, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and FONSI on proposed waste disposal from decommissioning of Hematite nuclear fuel plant at unlicensed facility in Idaho September 29, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed rule to amend material control and accounting regulations September 29, 2011

USA E operating corporate U.S. NRC approves USEC's plan to return Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant to Department of Energy September 28, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing Ross ISL uranium project receives Air Quality Permit (Wyoming) September 28, 2011

USA U projectregulatory Arizona businesses launch campaign supporting Grand Canyon mining moratorium September 27, 2011

Moldova E trade Moldova officials say crime ring has weapons-grade enriched uranium September 27, 2011

USA U project environmental Proposed Coles Hill uranium mine site prone to flooding, group says (Virginia) September 27, 2011

Poland U project licensing Comment invited on new uranium exploration at historic Kopaniec uranium mine site (Poland) September 26, 2011

USA U trade economy U.S. DOE's sales of surplus uranium violate fiscal law, GAO finds September 26, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing Settlement achieved on water rights for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) September 26, 2011

Malawi U operating protest Student found dead after critical publication alleged payments of Kayelekera uranium mine to Malawi president September 24, 2011

Namibia U operating worker Roessing uranium mine workers on strike (Namibia) September 23, 2011

Central African Rep. U project protest Six uranium activists arrested for one week (Central African Republic) September 23, 2011

Jordan U project Jordan to produce uranium 'within two years' September 23, 2011

Libya U project Yellow Cake uranium found stored near Sabha (Libya) September 22, 2011

Canada E operating environmental licensing CNSC invites public comment on withheld Environmental Assessment draft Comprehensive Study Report for Cameco's proposed redevelopment of the Port Hope Conversion Facility ('Vision 2010') (Ontario) September 22, 2011

Sweden U project protest licensing Berg community appeals decision extending uranium exploration in Jaemtland (Sweden) September 20, 2011

USA U operating incident State issues Notice of Violation for spill of sodium chloride brine solution at Willow Creek uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) September 19, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. BLM issues Finding of No Significant Impact on restart of mining at the Green River #9 underground uranium mine (Utah) September 19, 2011

Germany E D operating decommissioning protest Urenco Germany meets Russian environmentalists over storage of depleted uranium September 19, 2011

Australia U project economy 'Robust Financial Models' announced for proposed Blackbush ISL uranium mine (South Australia) September 19, 2011

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) September 16, 2011

France D decommissioning 50,000 tonnes of depleted uranium oxide in use at Tricastin to shield radiation from 7,360 tonnes of stored reprocessed uranium oxide (France) September 16, 2011

France E operating environment ASN releases supplemental safety reports on French nuclear fuel facilities prepared in wake of Fukushima disaster; Areva impedes download of its reports September 16, 2011

Spain E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at Juzbado nuclear fuel plant (Spain) September 16, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing CNSC starts Environmental Assessment of Rabbit Lake Tailings North Pit Expansion Project (Saskatchewan) September 16, 2011

South Africa U project licensing Ministry withdraws mining right for Mine Waste Solutions tailings reprocessing project (South Africa) September 16, 2011

France E operating Eurodif gaseous diffusion enrichment plant at Tricastin to be closed in 2012 and dismantled (France) September 16, 2011

Namibia U project environmental Research centre investigates threat of uranium mining projects on unique Husab Sand Lizard (Namibia) September 15, 2011

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) September 15, 2011

USA U operating Cameco plans reopening of Highland processing plant for resin stripping (Wyoming) September 15, 2011

Brazil U operating licensing Caetite uranium mill allowed to resume operation (Brazil) September 15, 2011

France E operating economy Temporary shutdown of Areva's Malvesi and Pierrelatte uranium conversion plants for drop in demand after Fukushima disaster (France) September 15, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues final rule to ease restrictions on commencement of construction before licence is issued September 15, 2011

Canada U regulatory CNSC invites feedback on comments received on draft regulatory document RD/GD-370, Management of Uranium Mine Waste Rock and Mill Tailings (Canada) September 14, 2011

Russia (Asian part) E operating environment Seversk enrichment plant waste disposal scheme puts drinking water at risk (Russia) September 14, 2011

Canada U regulatoryindigenoussupport Inuit government in Labrador to revisit 2008 uranium mining moratorium (Canada) September 14, 2011

South Africa U operating health worker incident Another miner dies in fall-of-ground accident at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) September 13, 2011

Canada U project economy Positive results of Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for Roughrider uranium deposit (Saskatchewan) September 13, 2011

Canada U decommissioning environmental CNSC invites comment on withheld 5 year report on the performance of Rio Algom's Elliot Lake Uranium Tailings Management Facilities (Ontario) September 12, 2011

India U project Gogi residents demand relocation before start of uranium mine (Karnataka, India) September 10, 2011

India U project licensing Local committee clears uranium mining in Gogi (Karnataka, India) September 10, 2011

Germany D decommissioning Safety analysis for Gorleben repository considers only part of expected amount of depleted uranium to be disposed of (Germany) September 9, 2011

Hungary U decommissioning health economy Pecs drinking water at risk due to insufficient funding for treatment of uranium mill tailings seepage (Hungary) September 9, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. government not able to fully account for U.S. nuclear material overseas, GAO report finds September 8, 2011

Sierra Leone U project Russia, Iran, Libya, and others competed for uranium rights in Sierra Leone: Wikileaks September 8, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy With stimulus funding expired, Moab tailings relocation continues at slower pace (Utah) September 8, 2011

Canada U project Eco Ridge uranium/rare earth mine project to employ rather uncommon underground heap leaching technique (Ontario) September 7, 2011

Germany E operating corporate E.ON, too, planning to sell stake in Urenco - Report September 7, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited for Mullaquana uranium in situ leach project field leach trial (South Australia) September 5, 2011

USA U decommissioning Cleanup of abandoned Skyline uranium mine ongoing (Utah) September 5, 2011

France D health Effective doses from depleted uranium used as coloring agent in enamel negligible, French authority concludes September 5, 2011

Germany E operating corporate RWE considers sale of its stake in uranium enricher Urenco September 3, 2011

Tanzania U project protest 20,000 signatures against uranium mining handed over to Tanzanian embassy in Germany September 2, 2011

Germany U decommissioning Reclamation of Halde 296 legacy waste rock pile in Uae-Alberta completed (Germany) September 1, 2011

Namibia U project environmental protest Conservationists demand selection of less environmentally sensitive site for production plants for uranium industry chemicals (Namibia) September 1, 2011

USA U operating economy Development of Moore Ranch uranium in situ leach mine suspended - six months after receiving license (Wyoming) August 31, 2011

USA U regulatory environmental U.S. NRC to hold lessons learned workshop on Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for uranium in situ leach mines August 31, 2011

Kazakhstan U operating Production increase planned at Inkay in situ leach uranium mine (Kazakhstan) August 31, 2011

South Africa U project Gold One to start uranium recovery at newly acquired Rand Uranium in 2016 (South Africa) August 31, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Uranium concentration in surface water at Areva's Shirley Basin tailings site exceeds drinking water standard (Wyoming) August 30, 2011

Germany U decommissioning Wismut builds new deposit for water treatment plant residues (Germany) August 29, 2011

China,cont'l U project CNNC signs agreement with state on mining of Yili uranium deposit (Xinjiang Autonomous Region, China) August 29, 2011

USA U project licensing Goliad in situ leach uranium mine project receives Draft Radioactive Material License (Texas) August 29, 2011

Namibia U project trade Suspected theft of yellow cake from Areva's Trekkopje uranium mine (Namibia) August 29, 2011

SCIENCE R health Carcinogenicity of uranium might depend on its physical and chemical nature and its isotopic composition, study finds August 28, 2011

Malawi U operating Yellowcake drying and packaging plant at Kayelekera mine to be relocated due to 'land slippage' (Malawi) August 26, 2011

Namibia U operating economy Paladin Energy secures financing for stage 3 expansion of Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) August 26, 2011

Niger U operating Volcanic-like activity near Arlit uranium mining district (Niger) August 26, 2011

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC issues Confirmatory Order to USEC over contamination incident at Paducah enrichment plant (Kentucky) August 26, 2011

Malawi U operating Community group requests access to information on mining activities (Malawi) August 25, 2011

Australia U operating licensing Northern Territory government approves construction of Ranger 3 Deeps exploration decline (Australia) August 25, 2011

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal and production increase for Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) August 24, 2011

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal for Port Hope fuel manufacturing plant (Ontario) August 24, 2011

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal for Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) August 24, 2011

USA E operating licensing Urenco USA uranium enrichment plant receives NRC approval to operate two more cascades (New Mexico) August 24, 2011

South Africa U project Harmony considers by-product uranium production from three South African gold mines August 24, 2011

USA U project environmental Company disputes study on hazards from planned uranium mill tailings dam during a natural disaster - three hours after rare 5.8-magnitude earthquake... (Virginia) August 24, 2011

USA U decommissioning Contract awarded for remediation of abandoned Juniper uranium mine (California) August 23, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Selous Game Reserve may be declared a 'World Heritage Site in Danger,' if the Tanzanian government approves uranium mining August 23, 2011

USA U project State approves request to defer financial assurance payments for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) August 23, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. BLM initiates public scoping process for Sheep Mountain uranium mine and sulfuric acid heap leach project (Wyoming) August 23, 2011

Germany U decommissioning environmental Wismut plans to release higher salt loads to river (Germany) August 23, 2011

Australia U operating environmental protest Greens fault BHP's environmental commitments for Olympic Dam expansion (South Australia) August 23, 2011

USA E project Critics demand assessment of proliferation risks of laser enrichment (North Carolina) August 21, 2011

Australia U projectprotestindigenous Western Australia uranium protest march over 1250 km begins August 21, 2011

USA E decommissioning Removal of radioactive material from Parks Township nuclear waste site to begin (Pennsylvania) August 19, 2011

Uzbekistan U project Uzbekistan seeks joint uranium-producing project with China August 19, 2011

USA U operating incident Canon City mill cited for spill of uranium-contaminated solution (Colorado) August 18, 2011

Germany E operating Greens demand change of nuclear law to limit life of Urenco Gronau enrichment plant August 18, 2011

Germany E operating Greens demand change of nuclear law to limit life of ANF Lingen nuclear fuel fabrication plant (Germany) August 18, 2011

Namibia U project environmental Comparative Marine Environmental Risk Assessment reports released for production plants for uranium industry chemicals planned at Namibian coast August 18, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues license for Lost Creek uranium in-situ leach project (Wyoming) August 17, 2011

Namibia U operating worker Langer Heinrich mine expansion hit by strike (Namibia) August 17, 2011

USA U regulatory environmental U.S. EPA to hold further teleconferences on draft report 'Considerations Related to Post-Closure Monitoring of Uranium In-Situ Leach/In-Situ Recovery (ISL/ISR) Sites' August 16, 2011

Australia U regulatoryindigenoussupportprotest Traditional owners split over Arkaroola mining ban (South Australia) August 16, 2011

USA U operating licensing Mine agency to take input on renewal of standby permit requested for Mount Taylor uranium mine (New Mexico) August 15, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Group cautions Tanzanian government over health and environmental impacts of proposed uranium mining in Bahi and Manyoni districts August 15, 2011

Namibia U project environmental Groundwater model to assess impacts of water use by uranium mining industry (Namibia) August 15, 2011

Serbia D health Italian Court orders compensation of family of soldier who died from Hodgkin's disease after service in the Balkans August 14, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing CNSC approves Scoping Document for EIS of proposed Key Lake Extension project (Saskatchewan) August 12, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing CEAA invites public comment on the Comprehensive Study Report for the proposed Matoush Exploration Project (Quebec) August 12, 2011

South Africa U operating health worker incident Another fatal accident at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) August 12, 2011

USA U operating licensing State issues permit for construction and operation of the North Trend Expansion Area of Cameco's Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) August 11, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues another revised draft license for the Lost Creek in-situ leach project (Wyoming) August 11, 2011

USA U operating licensing U.S. NRC issues another draft of license renewal for Crow Butte uranium ISL mine (Nebraska) August 11, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment on erosion enhancement design for Umetco's former Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) August 11, 2011

Australia U project licensing State approval sought for Mullaquana uranium in situ leach project field leach trial (South Australia) August 11, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC develops Guidance on surveys of radon and progeny in air and compliance with public dose limit for uranium recovery facilities August 9, 2011

USA U decommissioning incident Firefighters battle brush fire at former uranium in situ leach mine (Texas) August 9, 2011

Germany E operating Germany orders 'stress test' for Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant August 9, 2011

Germany E operating Germany orders 'stress test' for Areva's AND Lingen nuclear fuel fabrication plant August 9, 2011

France E operating incident UF6 cylinder heated at Eurodif plant without connection to installations (France) August 8, 2011

USA U operating Cotter considers in situ leach mining technique to remove uranium and molybdenum from contaminated soils at Canon City uranium mill site (Colorado) August 5, 2011

Australia U operating environment Engineer warns of seepage risk from tailings of an expanded Olympic Dam mine (South Australia) August 5, 2011

Nepal U project Nepal to explore for uranium near Tibet border August 5, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. EPA issues construction approval for Whirlwind uranium mine (Colorado) August 4, 2011

India U project ONGC has started mining for uranium in the Cauvery area in Tamil Nadu (India) August 4, 2011

USA U operating environmental corporate Subsidiary of high-tech company General Atomics proves to be incapable of providing safe access to monitoring locations on tailings impoundment (Colorado) August 4, 2011

USA U project environmental protest Group releases report on negative impacts of proposed uranium mining near Grand Canyon (Arizona) August 4, 2011

Australia U operating ERA scraps heap leach project at Ranger uranium mine (Australia) August 4, 2011

United Kingdom E operating economy Sellafield's MOX fuel plant to shut as a consequence of the Fukushima accident (United Kingdom) August 3, 2011

United Kingdom E operating environmental incident Unexpected enhanced neutron radiation levels at Urenco Capenhurst plant site perimeter still under investigation (United Kingdom) August 2, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing CNSC to hold closed hearing on Scoping Document for EIS of proposed Key Lake Extension project (Saskatchewan) August 2, 2011

Greenland U project environmental licensing 'Terms of Reference' approved for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessments on the Kvanefjeld project (Greenland) August 2, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. BLM invites comment on Plan of Operations for proposed Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) August 1, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. EPA enters into agreement with Chevron to investigate soil contamination at Mariano Lake uranium mine site on the Navajo Reservation (New Mexico) August 1, 2011

Australia U regulatory New South Wales has no plans to overturn ban on uranium mining (Australia) August 1, 2011

Australia U regulatory Mining ban proclaimed for Arkaroola region of the Flinders Ranges (South Australia) July 29, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing CNSC approves Environmental Assessment Comprehensive Study Report on proposed underground uranium exploration project in Matoush (Quebec) July 29, 2011

Canada U decommissioning licensing CNSC revokes license for decommissioned Madawaska uranium mine near Bancroft (Ontario) July 28, 2011

Canada U project licensing Federal review panel recommends approval of Matoush underground uranium exploration project despite missing social licence and a long list of inadequacies (Quebec) July 28, 2011

Canada U regulatory CNSC invites comment on draft regulatory document RD/GD-370, Management of Uranium Mine Waste Rock and Mill Tailings (Canada) July 28, 2011

Namibia U project environmental Production plants for uranium industry chemicals planned at Namibian coast will have serious environmental impacts and extinct certain species July 28, 2011

USA E operating incident Chlorine trifluoride release at the Paducah gaseous diffusion plant (Kentucky) July 27, 2011

USA U regulatory Utah regulator halts practice of misclassifying blended uranium waste as 'Natural Uranium' July 27, 2011

Czech Rep. U decommissioning protest Residents oppose processing of further Pribram waste rock pile for uranium recovery (Czech Republic) July 27, 2011

India U project economy UCIL to invest US$ 427 million in Tummalapalle (Andhra Pradesh) July 27, 2011

India U project economy UCIL to invest US$ 124 million in Gogi (Karnataka) uranium mine projects (India) July 27, 2011

United Kingdom D decommissioning Urenco's Capenhurst tails de-conversion plant project delayed (United Kingdom) July 25, 2011

South Africa U project licensing Nuclear Regulator orders halt of tailings disposal at Mine Waste Solutions tailings project (South Africa) July 25, 2011

Germany E operating incident Small release of uranium hexafluoride in Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) July 25, 2011

USA D decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for unrestricted release of Army Research Laboratory Building 1103A area, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland July 25, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Husab uranium project receives environmental approval for linear infrastructure (Namibia) July 25, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing Wiluna uranium mine project EIS released for public review (Western Australia) July 25, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Legislator recommends to study impacts of proposed uranium mining in Bahi (Tanzania) July 23, 2011

France E operating trade incident Faulty locking device at overpack of UF6 cylinder in yard of Eurodif enrichment plant - again (France) July 22, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC seeks input on necessity of further rulemaking to implement criminal penalties for unauthorized introduction of weapons and sabotage July 22, 2011

Namibia U regulatory economy Namibia plans to raise mining tax by 17 percent July 22, 2011

Russia (Asian part) Switzerland E operating trade Zurich Canton government asks utility to halt use of nuclear fuel originating from Russian Mayak reprocessing plant (Switzerland) July 22, 2011

Australia U regulatory Mining ban planned for Arkaroola region of the Flinders Ranges (South Australia) July 22, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing Public comments invited on EIS, Technical Review Comments and EA Screening Report for proposed receipt and processing of McArthur River ore at McClean Lake mill (Saskatchewan) July 21, 2011

Australia U project Construction of Kintyre uranium project to start after 2015 (Western Australia) July 21, 2011

Australia U project protest Anti-uranium protest at uranium mining conference in Fremantle (Western Australia) July 21, 2011

Tanzania U project protest Motion against uranium mining to be tabled in parliament (Tanzania) July 20, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues license for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) July 20, 2011

India U project licensing District Council issued drilling permit, unaware that it was for uranium exploration (Meghalaya, India) July 20, 2011

Australia U regulatory economy Western Australia announces uranium mining royalties July 20, 2011

Germany U regulatory worker Germany to regulate occupational exposure to uranium July 19, 2011

United Kingdom E D operating decommissioning corporate Project management contractor selected for Urenco Capenhurst tails de-conversion plant project (United Kingdom) July 19, 2011

France U decommissioning environmental Radioactive material from former uranium mines found dispersed in Limousin area (France) July 19, 2011

Iraq D decommissioning environmental Evidence of depleted uranium in tree bark suggests long-distance travel of depleted uranium particles in southern Iraq July 18, 2011

USA U project protest Groups file suit to halt uranium mining in Churchrock and Crownpoint (New Mexico) July 18, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC requests comment on potential Rulemaking To Address Prompt Remediation of Residual Radioactivity During Operations July 18, 2011

India U project environmental Environmentalists warn from possible impacts of uranium mining in Lambapur area on Hyderabad's drinking water resource (Andhra Pradesh, India) July 18, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Tanzanian minister calls World Heritage Committee an 'insignificant entity from which we cannot take orders' July 17, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Selous Game Reserve cannot remain a World Heritage Site if the Tanzanian government gives go-ahead for mining, renowned conservationist says July 17, 2011

INTERNATIONAL U Uranium resource in the interior of the Earth downgraded to 200 trillion tonnes July 17, 2011

Niger U regulatory economy Niger president seeks more value from uranium price July 17, 2011

Tanzania U project economy environmental Costs of proposed uranium mining in the Bahi Swamp area highly likely to exceed benefits, NGO report finds (Tanzania) July 16, 2011

USA U decommissioningenvironmentalindigenousincident Navajo Nation President declares anniversary of Church Rock uranium tailings spill as 'Uranium Legacy Remembrance and Action Day' (New Mexico) July 16, 2011

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC finds further violation of criticality safety procedures at BandW Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) July 15, 2011

Germany U decommissioning economy Additional funding assured for reclamation of Wismut legacy sites (Germany) July 15, 2011

India U project licensing Gogi uranium mine gets state approval, before report of expert committee is discussed (Karnataka, India) July 15, 2011

Canada U decommissioning licensing CNSC to hold un-hearing on license revocation for decommissioned Madawaska uranium mine near Bancroft (Ontario) July 14, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC releases draft license for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) July 14, 2011

USA U project economy Report sees sufficient uranium resource to supply Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) July 14, 2011

Canada U project environmental Ministry to dispatch inspector to uranium exploration site in Mingan area in response to complaints on hazards to drinking water resource (Quebec) July 13, 2011

Namibia U operating worker Roessing workers halt production (Namibia) July 13, 2011

France E operating worker Workers on strike at Eurodif enrichment plant (France) July 12, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues revised draft license for the Lost Creek in-situ leach project (Wyoming) July 12, 2011

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC authorizes restart of uranium hexafluoride processes after accident at NFS Erwin BLEU fuel plant (Tennessee) July 12, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Assessment for license renewal of Willow Creek (formerly Christensen Ranch / Irigaray) uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) July 11, 2011

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold hearing on license for Port Granby waste management facility (Ontario) July 11, 2011

Namibia U project corporate Chinese takeover bid for uranium explorer Bannerman Resources, majority owner of Etango deposit in Namibia July 11, 2011

Mexico U project Proposal submitted for restart of uranium mining in Reynosa (Mexico) July 10, 2011

Brazil E project Commissioning of Ipero conversion plant to start (Brazil) July 10, 2011

Ukraine U project No uranium mill planned for Nov Konstantinovs Koye mine (Ukraine) July 8, 2011

Ukraine U operating Ukraine plans reconstruction of Zhovti Vody uranium mill July 8, 2011

USA U projectregulatory Appropriations bill throws future of Grand Canyon mining ban into doubt (Arizona) July 8, 2011

USA D decommissioning economy Settlement agreement assures additional funding for cleanup at former Starmet / Nuclear Metals DU munitions facility site in Concord (Massachusetts) July 7, 2011

India U project corporate India shows interest in stakes in Areva's African uranium mines July 7, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental World Heritage Committee refers decision to revise the boundaries of Selous Game Reserve for uranium mining (Tanzania) July 7, 2011

USA E operating environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of license amendment request and opportunity to request a hearing on calcium fluoride pond closure project at Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) July 7, 2011

France D decommissioning No depleted uranium added to Bessines storage for one year (France) July 6, 2011

Namibia U regulatory Namibia not adequately regulating uranium mining, WISE/SOMO report finds July 6, 2011

South Africa U regulatory South Africa not adequately regulating uranium mining, WISE/SOMO report finds July 6, 2011

Central African Rep. U regulatory Central African Republic apparently not prepared to regulate uranium mining, WISE/SOMO report finds July 6, 2011

Australia U operating environment Fishermen fear impact of proposed desalination plant for Olympic Dam mine expansion project on breeding cycle of prawns (Australia) July 6, 2011

Germany E operating protest Another blockade of Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) July 6, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Draft Regulatory Guide 'Guidance for Fuel Cycle Facility Change Processes' for comment July 5, 2011

France E operating incident Contamination incident at MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) July 5, 2011

USA U project economy Powertech dumps part of Centennial project (Colorado) July 5, 2011

Canada U project economy Eco Ridge mine 'has potential to become a profitable producer', according to Preliminary Economic Assessment (Ontario) July 5, 2011

Australia U operating environmental protest Delay of waste water treatment at Ranger uranium mine attacked (Australia) July 5, 2011

South Africa U project environmental Minister urged to act in Buffelsfontein Mine Waste Solutions tailings dam dispute (South Africa) July 5, 2011

UNITED NATIONS U regulatory WHO raises drinking water guideline for uranium to 30 micrograms per litre July 4, 2011

Ukraine U project Ukraine starts commercial mining of uranium at Novokonstantinovskoye field July 4, 2011

Mongolia European Union U regulatory environmental Mongolia gets EU aid for environmental monitoring of uranium mining July 4, 2011

Germany E operating protest Blockade of Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) July 4, 2011

Russia (Asian part) E operating protest Demonstration in Angarsk against uranium enrichment and storage of Urenco's depleted uranium (Russia) July 3, 2011

Germany E operating protest Protest rally demands extension of Germany's nuclear phase-out to Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant July 3, 2011

Ukraine U project Ukraine to increase uranium production above 1000 t in 2011

July 1, 2011

Namibia U project Namibia to install Diesel generators near uranium mines, looking for site for 800 MW coal plant July 1, 2011

USA E decommissioning licensing U.S. NRC holding public meeting to discuss the Westinghouse Hematite nuclear fuel plant decommissioning plan (Missouri) July 1, 2011

Tanzania U project environmental Atomredmetzoloto/Uranium One to mine uranium in the UN World Heritage site Selous Game Reserve (Tanzania) July 1, 2011

Germany U decommissioning environmental Wismut's water treatment plant capacity increased, but untreated mine water still has to be released occasionally (Germany) July 1, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Groundwater restoration by natural flushing at former Slick Rock uranium mill sites not functioning as predicted (Colorado) June 30, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC announces availability of license application for the Ross uranium in situ leach project, opportunity to request a hearing and to petition for leave to intervene (Wyoming) June 30, 2011

USA U project Target date for production at the Churchrock ISL mine is mid-2013 (New Mexico) June 30, 2011

France E operating trade protest Protest against train carrying uranium oxide passing through station of Valence (France) June 30, 2011

Namibia U project economy Feasibility study commissioned for Etango uranium project (Namibia) June 30, 2011

Namibia U operating economy Feasibility study commenced for Stage 4 expansion of Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) June 30, 2011

Netherlands E operating Public comment invited on draft decision for capacity increase of Urenco Almelo enrichment plant to 6.2 million SWU per year (Netherlands) June 29, 2011

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) June 29, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. BLM issues revised Finding of No Significant Impact, and Environmental Assessment for the Daneros Mine Project, including additional environmental analysis of indirect impacts from processing Daneros ore at the White Mesa Mill (Utah) June 28, 2011

Central African Rep. U project Church group releases report on former and proposed uranium mining in DR Congo June 27, 2011

Germany E operating corporate protest Group wants Areva replaced as sponsor of cultural event (Germany) June 27, 2011

Canada U operating Further extension of completion date requested for clean-up of former Earth Sciences uranium recovery plant in Calgary (Alberta) June 27, 2011

Switzerland Russia (Asian part) E operating trade corporate Zurich Canton parliament urges government to terminate business relations with Rosatom (Switzerland) June 27, 2011

Australia U project environmental UNESCO includes site of Koongarra uranium deposit into Kakadu National Park's World Heritage listing (Australia) June 27, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. DOE releases Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact on the Photovoltaic Solar Project at Durango uranium mill tailings disposal site (Colorado) June 24, 2011

South Africa U project economy Positive scoping study completed on De Bron-Merriespruit South (DBM) mine project (South Africa) June 23, 2011

Germany U decommissioning Wismut plans to complete cleanup of uranium mining legacy by 2020 (Germany) June 23, 2011

USA U regulatory environmental U.S. EPA to hold teleconference and public meeting on draft report 'Considerations Related to Post-Closure Monitoring of Uranium In-Situ Leach/In-Situ Recovery (ISL/ISR) Sites' June 23, 2011

Australia U project economy Pre-feasibility study on mining of Kintyre uranium deposit started (West Australia) June 23, 2011

USA E operating incident OSHA proposes $119,000 in fines to Honeywell for HF release at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) June 22, 2011

Canada U project economy Preliminary Assessment of economic viability of Roughrider deposit initiated (Saskatchewan) June 22, 2011

Malawi U operating Coal-fired power plant demanded for Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) June 22, 2011

Australia Russia (Asian part) U regulatory trade Russia and Australia adopt safeguarding mechanism for civilian use of Australian uranium exports to Russia June 22, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Seismic events almost doubled since toxic acid mine drainage water started filling abandoned mines (South Africa) June 22, 2011

Tanzania U project Mkuju River uranium mine might become bigger than planned so far (Tanzania) June 22, 2011

USA U regulatory environmental U.S. DOE issues Notice of Intent To Prepare a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the Uranium Leasing Program (scoping period extended) June 21, 2011

Kazakhstan U project Expansion of Areva/Kazatomprom JV in situ leach uranium mines underway (Kazakhstan) June 21, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing Denison Mines commences operation of La Sal mine without air quality approval order, no BLM plan of operation, and minimal environmental assessment (Utah) June 20, 2011

USA D decommissioning EnergySolutions submits engineering report claiming large amounts of depleted uranium can safely be disposed at Clive landfill site (Utah) June 20, 2011

USA U projectregulatory Temporary ban extended on new mining claims near Grand Canyon (Arizona) June 20, 2011

Germany E D operating decommissioning incident Tails cylinder falls from forklift at Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) June 20, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing BHP's commitment for Yeelirrie uranium mine project questioned, after environmental approval process put on hold (West Australia) June 20, 2011

Australia U project environmental Areva tried to prevent nomination of Koongarra uranium deposit site for inclusion into Kakadu National Park (Australia) June 20, 2011

Malawi U operating health worker incident Truck driver dies in accident at Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) June 19, 2011

Russia (Asian part) Switzerland E operating trade Rosatom denies fact-finding mission of Swiss utility access to Mayak reprocessing plant (Russia) June 19, 2011

India U project environmental Tummalapalle uranium mine and mill causing depletion and contamination of groundwater even before commissioning (Andhra Pradesh, India) June 18, 2011

Australia U project economy Pre Feasibility Study for mining of Bigrlyi uranium deposit produces shaky result (Australia) June 17, 2011

USA E project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues revised Environmental and Safety Analysis Reports for Areva's proposed Eagle Rock uranium enrichment plant (Idaho) June 17, 2011

Finland U project Norilsk Nickel's Harjavalta uranium byproduct recovery project progressing (Finland) June 17, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Rule on Decommissioning Planning June 17, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. NRC releases final Supplement to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for the Lost Creek uranium in-situ leach project, finding no major impacts (Wyoming) June 16, 2011

Kazakhstan U regulatory Norwegian Radiation Protection Agency identifies regulatory problems with the management of the uranium mining legacy and radioactive waste in Central Asian countries June 15, 2011

Cameroon U project protest NGOs publish booklet about uranium in Cameroon June 15, 2011

Finland U project licensing Talvivaara Sotkamo uranium byproduct recovery project obtains government permission (Finland) June 15, 2011

USA E project economy Delays and rising costs of MOX fuel plant project cause worry (South Carolina) June 15, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Interim Staff Guidance on requirements for Environmental Reports June 15, 2011

Germany U regulatory trade German government throws cloak of secrecy over uranium imports June 14, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC releases draft license for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) June 14, 2011

Italy U project Uranium exploration in Italy to continue, in spite of referendum outcome against nuclear June 14, 2011

Australia U operating Processing to restart at Ranger mine (Australia) June 14, 2011

Australia U regulatory worker Australia launches National Radiation Dose Register June 14, 2011

USA U operating incident Numerous deficiencies identified during inspection of abandoned drill holes at Cameco's Highland / Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) June 13, 2011

USA E operating protest Residents file lawsuit against NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant (Tennessee) June 13, 2011

Peru U project protest Bolivian border blocked in protest against mining projects in Puno region (Peru) June 10, 2011

USA E project environmental licensing U.S. NRC ASLB to conduct Environmental Hearing on Areva's proposed Eagle Rock uranium enrichment plant (Idaho) June 9, 2011

France U decommissioning environmental Areva ordered to remove illegally disposed decommissioning wastes in former Limousin uranium mining area (France) June 7, 2011

Canada E operating licensing CNSC to hold Un-Hearing on license amendment for incinerator at Cameco Blind River uranium refinery (Ontario) June 7, 2011

Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning Capacity increase planned for Zelenogorsk tails de-conversion plant (Russia) June 7, 2011

Russia (Asian part) E operating Capacity increase planned for Zelenogorsk enrichment plant (Russia) June 7, 2011

USA U operating economy Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against State regulator over insufficient financial surety for Cotter's Canon City mill cleanup (Colorado) June 7, 2011

South Africa U project Commissioning of uranium recovery plant at Buffelsfontein Mine Waste Solutions tailings project may be postponed (South Africa) June 7, 2011

Namibia U project Husab (ex Roessing South) project established as the 4th largest uranium deposit in the world (Namibia) June 7, 2011

Pakistan U project economy Pakistan allocates funds for uranium exploration June 4, 2011

USA E D operating U.S. House Subcommittee to hold hearing on bill proposing re-enrichment of uranium tails at Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (Kentucky) June 3, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Buffer zone contains flood at Moab tailings site - so far (Utah) June 3, 2011

Malawi U regulatory Malawi Parliament passes atomic energy bill June 2, 2011

USA U operating licensing Kennecott requests another 5-year postponement of initiation of decommissioning of Sweetwater uranium mill (Wyoming) June 1, 2011

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Inuit oppose uranium mining in northern Quebec June 1, 2011

Australia U regulatory worker Ranger mine workers not covered by Australia's Radiation Dose Register May 31, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for revised Decommissioning Plan for CE Windsor nuclear fuel plant (Connecticut) May 31, 2011

Canada U regulatoryindigenous British Columbia uranium ban should stay, First Nations leader says (Canada) May 30, 2011

France E operating incident UF6 container overfilled at Eurodif enrichment plant (France) May 30, 2011

USA U project Judge rejects requests to dismiss lawsuit challenging proposed Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) May 26, 2011

USA U operating incident Cameco ordered to officially report spill at Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) May 25, 2011

Ukraine U project Ukraine to develop Novo Konstantinovs Koye uranium field without Russia May 25, 2011

Germany E D operating decommissioning Urenco's depleted uranium oxide storage building in Gronau to be completed by 2014; no air crash protection (Germany) May 25, 2011

Spain U project economy Feasibility of Salamanca I uranium mine project questioned (Spain) May 25, 2011

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at Cadarache MOX fuel fabrication plant (France) May 24, 2011

India U project environmental economy Villagers complain of water contamination, demand full compensation for families displaced for Tummalapalle uranium mine and mill (Andhra Pradesh, India) May 24, 2011

USA U operating licensing U.S. NRC issues draft of license renewal for Crow Butte uranium ISL mine (Nebraska) May 23, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy Insurance companies, Newmont settle over Midnite uranium mine cleanup (Washington) May 23, 2011

France U decommissioning environmental protest Suit filed against Areva for inappropriate disposal of decommissioning wastes in former Limousin uranium mining area (France) May 23, 2011

Switzerland Russia (Asian part) E operating trade Swiss utility in controversy with Greenpeace about environmental impacts of current operations at Russian Mayak plant May 20, 2011

Namibia U project licensing Forsys loses appeal over groundwater abstraction permit for Valencia uranium mine project (Namibia) May 20, 2011

Russia (Asian part) E D trade decommissioning Angarsk enrichment plant has no objections to sending secondary depleted uranium tails back to Urenco, but Urenco plays dead May 20, 2011

Canada E operating Cameco cancels project for recycling of wastes from Blind River and Port Hope nuclear fuel facilities at Key Lake mill (Saskatchewan) May 19, 2011

USA E D operating U.S. DOE has no plan for re-enriching uranium tails at Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (Kentucky) May 19, 2011

Namibia U project Startup of Trekkopje mine production delayed further; Areva looking for partner (Namibia) May 19, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing ExxonMobil requests grossly relaxed groundwater standards for Highland uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) May 18, 2011

USA U decommissioning Revised Site-Wide Supplemental Feasibility Study released for Church Rock mill and tailings site (New Mexico) May 18, 2011

USA U operating environmental incident State regulator requests investigation of possible impacts of long-term excursion at Cameco Highland in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) May 17, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC seeks public comment on proposed rule requiring detailed safety analyses for uranium conversion and deconversion facilities May 17, 2011

Canada U project licensing Mining leases issued for Eco Ridge rare earths and uranium mine project (Ontario) May 17, 2011

USA U project environmental Proposed uranium mining puts Roanoke River on endangered list (Virginia) May 17, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on preliminary proposed rule language to amend material control and accounting regulations May 16, 2011

USA U project environmental North Carolina legislators want impact study on possible uranium mining in Virginia May 16, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy Cleanup of abandoned uranium mills in Cave Hills started late and continues at slow pace, due to lack of funding (South Dakota) May 15, 2011

USA U project protest BLM's EIS report on uranium mining in the Grand Canyon area ripped by conservation groups and Coconino County board (Arizona) May 15, 2011

China,cont'l U project CGNPG uranium subsidiary develops new mines in China May 14, 2011

Australia U operating environmental licensing Supplementary Environmental Impact Statement for Olympic Dam Expansion Project released (South Australia) May 13, 2011

USA U projectregulatory Coalition launches petition for keeping the ban on uranium mining in Virginia May 12, 2011

France E operating incident Faulty locking devices at overpack of UF6 cylinders (France) May 12, 2011

Namibia U project environmental Mining and land use threaten conservation in Namibia, parting environment official says May 12, 2011

USA U projectindigenousprotest Navajo Group to take challenge on Crownpoint uranium mine to Human Rights Commission (New Mexico) May 12, 2011

Mali U regulatory Mali aims to lure investors with mining code review May 11, 2011

USA U regulatory Physical constants for buildup of beta radiation in yellow cake smaller in the U.S. than elsewhere - so no beta surveys in uranium mills required? May 10, 2011

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Reclamation of MAPE Mydlovary uranium mill completed (Czech Republic) May 10, 2011

Namibia U project corporate China Guangdong Nuclear's uranium subsidy withdraws offer for Kalahari Minerals, co-owner of Husab (formerly Roessing South) mine project (Namibia) May 10, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy Moab tailings relocation to slow as stimulus money dries up (Utah) May 9, 2011

INTERNATIONAL U operating trade economy UxC cuts 2020 nuclear expectations by 10% after Fukushima accident May 9, 2011

Malawi U project environmental licensing EIA commenced for Kanyika niobium-uranium project (Malawi) May 9, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing Mining Lease Applications lodged for Mulga Rock uranium deposits (Western Australia) May 9, 2011

United Kingdom E project economy Potential closure of Hamaoka nuclear plant in Japan casts doubt on viability of Sellafield's MOX operation (United Kingdom) May 9, 2011

USA U operating incident worker Pandora mine operator fined $92,600 for fatal accident (Utah) May 7, 2011

South Africa U project protest Group appeals against water-use license for Buffelsfontein Mine Waste Solutions tailings project (South Africa) May 6, 2011

INTERNATIONAL U operating trade economy Cameco expects 8% reduction in global uranium consumption in 2011

as a result of Fukushima accident May 6, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. EPA issues new draft permit for aquifer pump test at Centennial uranium in situ leach mine project site (Colorado) May 6, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing CNSC invites comment on Environmental Assessment Screening Report for the proposed Cigar Lake Water Inflow Management Project (Saskatchewan) May 6, 2011

Tanzania U project economy Positive Definitive Feasibility Study announced for Phase 1 development of Nyota prospect (Tanzania) May 6, 2011

USA U project licensing Revised draft NRC license issued for Lost Creek in-situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) May 5, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Westinghouse releases report on Technetium-99 contamination in soils at former Hematite nuclear fuel plant (Missouri) May 5, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy Bill introduced in U.S. Senate to allow New Mexico to spend federal funds for cleanup of abandoned uranium mines May 5, 2011

Namibia U operating trade Lucky coincidence prevents crash of runaway railcar with freight train carrying sulfuric acid (Namibia) May 5, 2011

Australia U operating protest Rio Tinto urged to curb Ranger uranium mine expansion (Australia) May 5, 2011

Germany U decommissioning economy Federal cleanup of Wismut's uranium mining legacy to cost more and last longer (Germany) May 4, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. BLM invites comment on mine plan for proposed reopening of La Sal #2 uranium mine (Utah) May 4, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing NIRB issues Final EIS Guidelines for Areva's Kiggavik uranium mine project (Nunavut) May 3, 2011

India U project environmental licensing UCIL denies access to detailed project report on Gogi uranium mine project, releases summary (!) of EIA upon appeal (Karnataka, India) May 3, 2011

Australia U project Plan opens Woomera defence zone to mining (South Australia) May 3, 2011

Australia U operating BHP Billiton escapes prosecution for breakdown of ore haulage system at Olympic Dam mine shaft (South Australia) May 3, 2011

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC staff proposal provides work-arounds to allow for continued disposal of large amounts of depleted uranium at low-level waste facilities May 2, 2011

Australia U operating environment ERA urged to improve water management at Ranger mine without delay (Australia) May 2, 2011

Spain U project economy Berkeley's Salamanca I uranium mine project delayed as a result of Fukushima accident (Spain) May 2, 2011

Tanzania U project Tanzania 'eyeing the world's biggest uranium producer slot' May 1, 2011

United Kingdom U project Music once composed for campaign against uranium mining on Orkney Islands played at Royal Wedding (United Kingdom) April 29, 2011

Namibia U project Three chemical production plants for reagents plus harbour planned for uranium mining industry in Namibia April 28, 2011

USA U operating licensing Denison requests license amendment for processing of Midnite Mine residues as alternate feed at White Mesa mill (Utah) April 27, 2011

USA U project economy Centennial uranium mine project put on hold (Colorado) April 27, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) invites comment on draft update of Toxicological Profile for Uranium April 27, 2011

Mongolia U project protest Herders on horseback protesting in Ulaanbaatar against mining activities (Mongolia) April 26, 2011

USA E operating economy licensing U.S. NRC confirms denial of self guarantee of decommissioning funding for Honeywell Metropolis uranium conversion plant (Illinois) April 25, 2011

USA E decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC invites comment on Draft Environmental Assessment and FONSI on proposed waste disposal from decommissioning of Hematite (Missouri) nuclear fuel plant at unlicensed facility in Idaho April 25, 2011

Germany E operating protest More than 5000 at demonstration against Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) April 25, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Fossils at Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site 'at risk' from acid mine water (South Africa) April 24, 2011

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Regulatory Guide 'Standard Format and Content for Emergency Plans for Fuel Cycle and Materials Facilities' April 22, 2011

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity To Request a Hearing and To Petition for Leave To Intervene on license amendment request for Shaw Areva MOX Services MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) April 22, 2011

USA U operating incident Uranium One fined US$ 25,000 for missed sampling of 24 monitor wells at Willow Creek ISL uranium mine (Wyoming) April 21, 2011

USA U operating licensing Utah Division of Water Quality invites comment on proposed renewal of permit for water treatment plant at Denison's Rim mine April 21, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing Groups ask U.S. EPA to withhold air permit for tailings impoundment at Pinon Ridge uranium mill until radon regulations are modernized (Colorado) April 21, 2011

Canada U project protest Uranium exploration project near Pointe-a-la-Croix abandoned after protests (Quebec) April 21, 2011

Namibia U regulatory Namibia's government reserves exclusive exploration and mining rights for uranium April 21, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing Uranium One contests applicability of EPA's evaporation pond regulations to Christensen Ranch/Irigaray uranium ISL mines (Wyoming) April 20, 2011

SCIENCE D decommissioning High-density hard disks with depleted uranium? April 20, 2011

Armenia U project economy Uranium occurrences in Armenia not commercially viable April 20, 2011

Jordan U project Rio Tinto withdraws from uranium prospecting in southern Jordan April 20, 2011

South Africa U project Buffelsfontein Mine Waste Solutions tailings project commissioned (South Africa) April 19, 2011

South Africa U operating Uranium plant at Ezulwini mine restarted after repairs (South Africa) April 19, 2011

USA D decommissioning health worker State to conduct health studies of workers and residents around former National Lead Inc. Colonie depleted uranium munitions plant site (New York) April 19, 2011

Australia U project economy Capital cost increase of 25% announced for Four Mile uranium in situ leach project (South Australia) April 18, 2011

India Kazakhstan U project India and Kazakhstan sign nuclear agreement, including joint uranium mining April 16, 2011

USA E project economy U.S. DOE plans redesign of partially built MOX fuel plant - for lack of potential clients (South Carolina) April 15, 2011

USA U project La Sal #2 mine to be reopened for ore 'sampling' (Utah) April 15, 2011

USA U operating licensing Cameco requests suspension of NRC review of Three Crow Expansion of the Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) Apr. 14, 2011

USA U project licensing Deep disposal well license issued for Ross in situ leach uranium project (Wyoming) April 14, 2011

USA U project environmental Pew report maps 10 national treasures including the Grand Canyon threatened by mining claims (Arizona) April 14, 2011

Canada U project protest Property owners of Pointe-a-la-Croix forbid exploration company to enter their ground (Quebec) April 13, 2011

Australia U operating environment Australian Conservation Foundation report finds serious risks with Ranger mine expansion project April 12, 2011

USA U decommissioning regulatory health worker Bill introduced in U.S. Congress to expand coverage by Radiation Exposure Compensation Act April 12, 2011

Australia U operating Suspension of uranium processing operations at Ranger mine extended for another three months (Australia) April 12, 2011

USA U regulatory Bill for uranium mining law reform introduced in U.S. Congress April 9, 2011

Ukraine U regulatory environmental economy Residents of areas near nuclear facilities in Ukraine to receive risk compensation April 8, 2011

Australia U operatingindigenousprotest Traditional Aboriginal land owners pressure ERA to shut down Ranger mine in view of water management problems (Australia) April 8, 2011

Australia U projectindigenousprotest Traditional Owners want Jabiluka deposit to remain undeveloped and the site to be incorporated into Kakadu National Park (Australia) April 7, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Final report of Strategic Environmental Assessment for the central Namib Uranium Rush completed April 5, 2011

USA D decommissioning incident U.S. NRC requests predecisional enforcement conference with Army on unauthorized depleted uranium weapons at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii April 5, 2011

USA U operating incident Continuing health and safety violations at La Sal Mines Complex (Utah) April 5, 2011

USA U project Positive scoping study received for in situ leach mining of Strathmore's Churchrock deposit (New Mexico) April 5, 2011

India U operating protest Land Losers stop UCIL officials from accessing Turamdih uranium mine (Jharkhand, India) April 5, 2011

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on draft regulatory issue summary 'Licensee Justification of Long-Term Surveillance Charge' April 5, 2011

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning environmental No replacement homes for people living on uranium mine waste dumps in Mailuu-Suu and Min-Kush areas (Kyrgyzstan) April 5, 2011

Namibia U project economy Definitive feasibility study demonstrates viability of Husab (ex Roessing South) uranium mine project (Namibia) April 5, 2011

Zambia U regulatory Finland to assist Zambia in review of uranium mining regulations April 4, 2011

USA U operating environment Trichloroethylene found in wells near Cotter's Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) April 2, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing Utah DEQ invites comment on proposed additional effluent discharge points for Energy Queen uranium mine April 1, 2011

USA E project U.S. NRC panel allows groups to raise arguments on security plan of South Carolina MOX fuel plant project April 1, 2011

Niger U project economy Niger secures $99 million China loan for Azelik uranium mine April 1, 2011

South Africa U project economy Preliminary economic assessment of De Bron-Merriespruit South (DBM) mine project initiated (South Africa) March 30, 2011

Australia U operating economy Feasibility study started for Olympic Dam expansion project (Australia) March 30, 2011

USA U project licensing State rejects request for water for Green River uranium mill project (Utah) March 29, 2011

USA D decommissioning corporate BandW Conversion Services takes over operations of US Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride conversion facilities March 29, 2011

USA U operating trade Atomredmetzoloto can't export uranium mined in Wyoming March 28, 2011

USA U project regulatory protest Organization forms to push to keep ban on uranium mining in Virginia March 28, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited on delayed ESIA on Linear Infrastructure of Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) - (comment period generously extended from one to two weeks) March 28, 2011

Namibia U operating Water supply for Namibia's uranium mines reduced by 25% in view of water shortage in central coastal area March 28, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing Cameco releases Environmental Scoping Document on Kintyre uranium project (West Australia) March 28, 2011

USA U project Powertech idles Centennial (Colorado) project permitting process, shifts focus to South Dakota March 25, 2011

USA E operating Residents' lawsuit against Portsmouth enrichment plant finally settled after 21 years (Ohio) March 25, 2011

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Rare earth recovery project for Aktau uranium mill tailings (Kazakhstan) March 24, 2011

USA Russia (Asian part) E operating trade USEC signs multi-year contract with Russia's TENEX for low enriched uranium supply March 23, 2011

Ethiopia Russia (Asian part) U project Russia cooperating with Ethiopia in assessment of potential uranium reserves in Ethiopia March 22, 2011

USA E decommissioning regulatory health worker U.S. HHS proposes to include chronic lymphocytic leukemia as a radiogenic cancer compensable under EEOICPA March 21, 2011

Peru U regulatory environmental Peru drafting environmental guide for uranium exploration March 17, 2011

Malawi U project environmental licensing Environmental Scoping Report released for Kanyika niobium-uranium project (Malawi) March 17, 2011

Sweden U project licensing protest Krokom community appeals decision extending uranium exploration in Jamtland (Sweden) March 16, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Notice of Opportunity To Request a Hearing on erosion enhancement design for Umetco's former Gas Hills uranium mill site (Wyoming) March 16, 2011

USA U R operating health Cameco study claims solubility type classification of yellow cake from in situ leaching is 100% 'fast' March 14, 2011

USA E project Urenco's uranium enrichment plant being built in New Mexico eyes expansion to double capacity March 14, 2011

South Africa U operating health worker incident Another miner dies in fall-of-ground accident at Ezulwini mine (South Africa) March 14, 2011

USA E operating incident Loss of criticality safety controls at Areva Richland, WA, nuclear fuel plant March 11, 2011

European Union U decommissioning European Commission considers long-term stewardship of uranium mine and mill tailings an open issue March 11, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC releases draft license for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) March 11, 2011

USA E operating incident Honeywell pays US$ 12 million fine for illegal waste storage at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) March 11, 2011

USA U project licensing Arizona DEQ issues permits for three uranium mines in proposed withdrawal area near Grand Canyon March 11, 2011

India U operating licensing protest Second public hearing on expansion of Turamdih uranium mill stalled after protests by villagers (Jharkhand, India) March 10, 2011

USA U decommissioning economy U.S. Forest Service issues Draft Engineering Evaluation/Cost Analysis for reclamation of abandoned Butterfly and Burrell uranium mine sites (Colorado) March 9, 2011

Namibia U project China Guangdong Nuclear's uranium subsidy makes 'possible offer' for Kalahari Minerals, co-owner of Husab (formerly Roessing South) mine project (Namibia) March 9, 2011

Australia United Arab Emirates U trade Australia paving way for uranium sales to United Arab Emirates March 9, 2011

Canada U project Nunavut seeking public input on uranium mining development (Canada) March 8, 2011

USA U project licensing License for proposed Pinon Ridge uranium mill now final (Colorado) March 8, 2011

Gabon U decommissioning environmental 200 homes to be demolished for excess radiation at Areva's former uranium mine site in Mounana (Gabon) March 8, 2011

India U project environmental licensing Karnataka State government commits to permit uranium mining at Gogi only if posing no health or environmental hazards (India) March 8, 2011

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC suspends safety review of Powertech's application for Dewey Burdock in situ leach mine (South Dakota) March 7, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. EPA issues Notice of Intent to Approve air permit for tailings impoundment at Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) (Comment period extended) March 7, 2011

Canada E decommissioning environmental licensing Draft EIS available for Cameco Port Hope 'Vision 2010' Decommissioning Project (Ontario) March 7, 2011

USA U projectregulatory Virginia Uranium Inc. pushes for lifting of uranium mining moratorium in Virginia for 2012 March 7, 2011

Namibia U operating worker Contract workers at Rossing uranium mine continue strike in spite of court order (Namibia) March 7, 2011

Brazil U regulatory New Brazilian Mining Code to speed up uranium mining projects March 4, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental economy Dangerous levels of radioactivity in Gauteng's mine dumps will take decades and billions of rands to clear (South Africa) March 4, 2011

USA U operating incident More worker health and safety violations at La Sal mines (Utah) March 3, 2011

USA U trade economy U.S. Energy Dept to sell surplus uranium March 3, 2011

Namibia U project Namibia to build second desalination plant in uranium region March 3, 2011

India U operating Turamdih uranium mill halted for water shortage (India) March 3, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental incident Flooding causes dramatic increases in contaminant concentrations in surficial aquifer at former Riverton uranium mill site (Wyoming) March 2 2011

Central African Rep. U regulatory Central African Republic accepted as Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) compliant countries March 2, 2011

Niger U regulatory Niger accepted as Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) compliant countries March 2, 2011

Kyrgyzstan U regulatory Kyrgyzstan accepted as Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) compliant countries March 2, 2011

Chile France U project Chile and France sign deal for development of uranium March 2, 2011

USA U regulatory South Dakota House approves bill aiming at halt of state regulation of in-situ leach uranium mining March 2, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Uranium concentrations in groundwater at former Bluewater mill site exceed standard (New Mexico) March 1, 2011

USA E project incident Senior Criticality Safety Inspector of NRC raises concern about criticality safety at Urenco USA's uranium enrichment plant February 28, 2011

Australia U operating environment Water level in Ranger tailings dam nears limit (Australia) February 28, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing Comments invited on scoping document for Key Lake expansion project (Saskatchewan) February 25, 2011

Canada U decommissioning economy Saskatchewan government commits more money for Gunnar mine site clean up February 25, 2011

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at WEC Columbia nuclear fuel plant, South Carolina February 25, 2011

Chile France U trade Chile's Codelco signs agreement to sell uranium to France February 25, 2011

Canada U projectindigenoussupport Nunavut Inuit group puts pro-uranium policy on hold February 24, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Expert Team's report on Acid Mine Drainage in Witwatersrand Gold Fields finally released, recommends urgency measures (South Africa) February 24, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing TCEQ approves permits for Goliad uranium in situ leach project (Texas) February 23, 2011

Canada U project economy Positive Preliminary Assessment announced for Horseshoe and Raven deposits (Saskatchewan) February 23, 2011

Niger U operating environment Areva releases reply to Greenpeace report on impacts of its uranium mines in Niger February 22, 2011

Canada U project health worker incident Drilling company employee dies in accident at Cree East project uranium exploration site (Saskatchewan) February 22, 2011

Canada U operating environment In spite of improvements, Rabbit Lake still Canada's uranium mine with by far the highest load of uranium discharged to the environment (Saskatchewan) February 22, 2011

Australia U project environmental licensing Mullaquana uranium in situ leach project field leach trial receives positive federal referral (South Australia) February 22, 2011

Malawi U operating Kayelekera mine resumes production after one week disruption due to diesel fuel shortage (Malawi) February 21, 2011

Namibia U project Talks on potential combination of Husab project with Roessing mine (Namibia) February 21, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Nuclear Regulator announces relocation of informal settlement from radioactive mine waste dump in Krugersdorp (South Africa) February 19, 2011

Canada U project environmental licensing CNSC invites comment on EIS and related documents on Cigar Lake Water Inflow Management Project (Saskatchewan) February 18, 2011

Netherlands E operating environmental licensing Public comment invited on EIS for capacity increase of Urenco Almelo enrichment plant to 6.2 million SWU per year (Netherlands) February 17, 2011

USA U operating licensing Forest Service invites comment on planned expansion of operations at La Sal Mines Complex (Utah) February 17, 2011

USA U projectregulatory U.S. Department of Interior plan bans mining claims near Grand Canyon (Arizona) February 17, 2011

Australia U project regulatory worker Union calls for Queensland to lift uranium ban (Australia) February 16, 2011

Namibia U regulatory licensing Namibia's moratorium on the issuing of uranium exploration licences remains in place, High Court rules February 15, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing Wyoming DEQ invites comment on modified permit for deep disposal wells at Smith Ranch/Highland ISL mine February 15, 2011

USA E decommissioning licensing U.S. NRC invites comment on decommissioning plan for CE Windsor nuclear fuel plant (Connecticut) February 15, 2011

USA E project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for Areva's Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility project in Idaho, finds no significant environmental impacts February 14, 2011

USA U operating environmental licensing Christensen Ranch/Irigaray uranium ISL mines restarted without EPA approval (Wyoming) February 11, 2011

Germany U decommissioning environmental Wismut's water treatment plant capacity insufficient to handle effluent volume increase after heavy rains (Germany) February 11, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. BLM begins scoping for Environmental Impact Statement for Lost Creek uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) February 11, 2011

USA U project Strathmore presents concept for heap leach facility at its Gas Hills project (Wyoming) February 10, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited on unreleased (!) ESIA and ESMP on expanded plans for Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) February 9, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited on unreleased (!) ESIA on Linear Infrastructure of Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) February 9, 2011

Congo, Dem.Rep. U project Areva unlikely to develop Shinkolobwe mine as instability persists in DR Congo February 8, 2011

USA U project protest licensing Group asks judge to revoke license for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) February 8, 2011

Brazil E operating trade Brazil in negotiations on export of enriched uranium to China, South Korea, and France February 7, 2011

USA U projectindigenouslicensing Court overturns designation of Traditional Cultural Property status to Mount Taylor (New Mexico) February 7, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. EPA to revise permit for aquifer pump test at Centennial uranium in situ leach mine project site (Colorado) February 7, 2011

Finland U project economy Cameco to finance construction of uranium byproduct plant at Talvivaara Sotkamo nickel/zinc mine and to buy uranium produced (Finland) February 7, 2011

United Kingdom E decommissioning UK government starts consultation on management of plutonium stocks, prefers reuse in MOX fuel, implying construction of new MOX fuel plant February 7, 2011

Australia U project licensing protest Marathon Resources' exploration licence in Arkaroola wilderness sanctuary reinstated after three year suspension for improper waste disposal; protests in Adelaide (South Australia) February 7, 2011

Canada U project environmental National Public Health Institute of Quebec to perform study on hazards of uranium mining February 5, 2011

USA U project licensing Court upholds county's Special Use Permit for Pinon Ridge uranium mill project (Colorado) February 4, 2011

USA U decommissioning Public comment invited for the San Rafael Swell mine openings closure (Utah) February 4, 2011

Brazil E project Brazil to construct two uranium conversion plants February 4, 2011

USA U project environmental Supposed flood at proposed Coles Hill uranium mine could impact drinking water supply of Virginia Beach, study finds (Virginia) February 2, 2011

France D trade decommissioning protest Penalties imposed on Greenpeace for blocking trains carrying depleted uranium destined for Russia (France) February 1, 2011

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Doctors and Metis demand moratorium for uranium exploration in Gaspe peninsula (Quebec) February 1, 2011

Kazakhstan U operating Kazakhstan plans 10% uranium production increase in 2011

February 1, 2011

USA U regulatory Bill introduced in South Dakota Senate aims at halt of state regulation of in-situ leach uranium mining January 31, 2011

USA U operating environmental protest Community environmental organizations call for EIS for La Sal Mines Complex (Utah) January 31, 2011

Brazil U decommissioning Justice orders cleanup of former Pocos de Caldas uranium mine (Brazil) January 31, 2011

Guinea U project economy environmental Commencement of pre-feasibility activities announced for Firawa uranium project (Guinea) January 31, 2011

USA U decommissioningindigenous Federal Appeals Court rules U.S. DOE not responsible for cleanup of contaminated sites on Navajo land near former Tuba City uranium mill (Arizona) January 28, 2011

Niger U project licensing Niger grants uranium exploration license to Russia's Gazprom January 28, 2011

Namibia U project environmental licensing Husab (formerly Roessing South) uranium project receives environmental approval within record-breaking two months (Namibia) January 28, 2011

Australia U operating environment Processing at Ranger uranium mill suspended for 12 weeks due to high water levels in tailings impoundment after heavy rainfall (Australia) January 28, 2011

Canada U project Company's lawsuit against Province of British Columbia for preventing exploration of Blizzard uranium deposit will proceed to trial January 27, 2011

Namibia U project Trekkopje uranium mine production delayed by one year (Namibia) January 27, 2011

South Africa U operating Dominion mine restarted by new owner; uranium production to begin 'shortly' (South Africa) January 26, 2011

Australia U regulatory Public consultation on the new Mining Regulations 2011

(South Australia) (deadline extended) January 25, 2011

Russia (Asian part) D trade Russia has no contracts to import any more depleted uranium hexafluoride (tails) January 25, 2011

Russia (Asian part) D decommissioning No decision yet on Russian domestic-technology tails de-conversion plant project January 25, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. NRC releases final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach project; no major environmental impacts found (Wyoming) January 24, 2011

USA U project First uranium from Daneros mine milled at White Mesa mill (Utah) January 24, 2011

USA E operating environment Residents concerned about Honeywell's plan to close old calcium fluoride ponds at Metropolis conversion plant by in situ cementation (Illinois) January 23, 2011

China,cont'l U project China more than tripled uranium imports in 2010 January 21, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Uranium groundwater standard exceeded further at Grand Junction uranium mill tailings disposal site; DOE still not alarmed (Colorado) January 2011

USA U decommissioning Legitimacy still unclear of claim stakes found on Maybell uranium mill tailings site (Colorado) January 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Midterm review reports slow progress of groundwater cleanup at Shiprock uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) January 21, 2011

Japan Vietnam U project Japan, Vietnam sign nuclear cooperation agreement, including uranium exploration and mining January 20, 2011

Canada U operating environmental licensing EIS for processing of McArthur River ore at the McClean Lake mill submitted to regulators (Saskatchewan) January 19, 2011

USA U operating protest environmental Group extends legal case against State regulator over deficiencies with Cotter's Canon City mill cleanup (Colorado) January 19, 2011

Australia India U regulatory trade Australia rejects India's request to lift uranium export ban - for the time being January 19, 2011

Brazil E operating Brazil to boost uranium enrichment capacity at Resende January 18, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Homestake requests permission for continued crop irrigation at Grants tailings site with water heavily exceeding drinking water standards for selenium and uranium (New Mexico) January 17, 2011

Namibia U project First uranium produced at Trekkopje mine (Namibia) January 17, 2011

USA U operating Reopened Arizona 1 uranium mine largely left to regulate itself (Arizona) January 16, 2011

Canada China,cont'l U trade incident Yellow cake containers damaged in severe weather during shipment from Canada to China January 14, 2011

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Acidic mine water reaches Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site (South Africa) January 14, 2011

USA U project licensing Draft NRC license issued for Lost Creek in-situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) January 12, 2011

USA E D operating USEC planning for continued operations of Paducah gaseous diffusion enrichment plant beyond 2012 closure date; re-enrichment of depleted uranium also considered (Kentucky) January 11, 2011

Germany E operating incident Emergency generator fails during recurring test at Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) January 11, 2011

USA U project economy Scoping study commissioned for Strathmore's Church Rock uranium deposit (New Mexico) January 11, 2011

Namibia U project economy Positive interim Pre-Feasibility Study results announced for Omahola uranium project (Namibia) January 10, 2011

Iran E project Isfahan nuclear fuel plant completed (Iran) January 8, 2011

Russia (Asian part) Japan U project Russia ratifies nuclear cooperation agreement with Japan January 8, 2011

USA U operating Production restarted at Christensen Ranch/Irigaray uranium ISL mines (Wyoming) January 7, 2011

Australia U operating environmental licensing Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) for Beverley North Field Leach Trial approved (South Australia) January 7, 2011

USA U project environmental licensing protest Appeals filed of EPA permit issued for aquifer pump test at Centennial uranium in situ leach mine project site (Colorado) January 6, 2011

USA U project licensing Laramide files for operating permits for reopening of its La Sal #2 uranium mine in Utah January 6, 2011

Australia U operating trade incident Yellowcake truck gets stuck in Kakadu National Park (Northern Territory, Australia) January 6, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. DOE recommends discontinuation of groundwater monitoring at Falls City uranium mill tailings site, in spite of sharp increase of uranium concentration in groundwater (Texas) January 5, 2011

USA U decommissioning environmental Monitoring well exceeds groundwater protection standard for uranium at Exxon Highland uranium mill tailings deposit (Wyoming) January 5, 2011

USA U project licensing CDPHE approves license for Pinon Ridge uranium mill (Colorado) January 5, 2011

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC ASLB to hold evidentiary hearings on Areva's Eagle Rock uranium enrichment plant project (Idaho) January 4, 2011

USA U project licensing State issues Permit to Mine for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) January 4, 2011

USA U project License application submitted for Ross uranium in situ leach mine project (Wyoming) January 4, 2011

Study among French nuclear workers finds increased mortality risk from exposure to reprocessed uranium Dec. 2014

USA U decommissioning Homestake issues closure plan for irrigation areas used at Grants uranium mill site for disposal ('land application') of groundwater with elevated levels of uranium and selenium (New Mexico) Dec. 31, 2014

Spain U projectprotest Protest march in Retortillo against Berkeley's uranium mine project (Spain) Dec. 28, 2014

Czech Rep. U project Czech Cabinet approves preparation of study on possible uranium mining in Brzkov Dec. 23, 2014

France E operating regulatory French Nuclear Safety Authority (ASN) clarifies requirements for control of criticality hazards at nuclear base installations (INB) Dec. 22, 2014

India U operating India's uranium production declined by 10-15% after mining at Jaduguda uranium mine stopped following ministry order Dec. 21, 2014

Russia (Asian part) Germany D decommissioning trade Russian environmentalist brings charge against Urenco for past depleted uranium exports from Germany to Russia Dec. 20, 2014

United Kingdom Netherlands Germany E operating corporate Uranium enricher Urenco to be sold to almost anybody? Dec. 20, 2014

Russia (Asian part) E operating Properties and fate of radioactive waste to be removed from storage site at Angarsk uranium enrichment plant unclear - hearing reveals; no explanation for presence of artificial nuclides given (Russia) Dec. 19, 2014

IAEA E decommissioning regulatory IAEA issues revised Draft Safety Guide on decommissioning of nuclear facilities Dec. 18, 2014

USA E project economy U.S. Government continues funding of demonstration program for American Centrifuge Technology Dec. 17, 2014

Ukraine U project corporate Areva wants to mine uranium in Ukraine Dec. 17, 2014

India U project corporate India's UCIL eyes stake in overseas uranium mining companies Dec. 16, 2014

USA E project U.S. Congress approves $345 million for MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) Dec. 16, 2014

USA E D operating Urenco USA requests approval for significant increase of amount of depleted UF6 stored onsite at its New Mexico enrichment plant Dec. 15, 2014

USA D decommissioning Critics attack plan to leave mess at DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) Dec. 12, 2014

USA U operating incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Uranium One USA, Inc. for failures at Willow Creek uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Dec. 11, 2014

Canada U project Strateco claims CDN$ 190 million damages from Quebec Government for losses with Matoush uranium mine project (Canada) Dec. 11, 2014

India U trade India has imported 4458 metric tonnes of uranium since 2008 Dec. 11, 2014

India U operating licensing Clearance for mining work issued for Jaduguda uranium mine (Jharkhand, India) Dec. 11, 2014

France E operating environment Atmospheric deposition causes high activities of uranium and thorium nuclides in plant samples near Areva's Malvesi conversion plant (France), study finds Dec. 10, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at Areva's Tricastin site (France) Dec. 10, 2014

France E trade Independent radiation laboratory CRIIRAD releases report on nuclear transports in the Rhone-Alpes region (France) Dec. 10, 2014

Australia U projectprotest Conservation council highlights opposition to Yeelirrie uranium mine bid (Western Australia) Dec. 10, 2014

USA U decommissioning licensing CDPHE issues license amendment on decommissioning of Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) Dec. 9, 2014

France E operating incident Spill of uranyl nitrate at Areva's Tricastin site (France) Dec. 9, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide 8.34 - Monitoring criteria and methods to calculate occupational radiation doses Dec. 9, 2014

Kazakhstan China,cont'l E project Kazakhstan and China discuss joint fuel assembly production Dec. 8, 2014

Australia U project environmental licensing Comments invited on Environmental Scoping Document for Mulga Rock uranium mine project (Western Australia) Dec. 8, 2014

Australia India U trade Former chief of Australia's nuclear safeguards organisation raises doubts over uranium deal between Australia and India Dec. 8, 2014

USA U trade economy U.S. DOE invites comment on proposal to continue sale of up to 2,705 tonnes of surplus uranium per year Dec. 8, 2014

Australia U operating protest Groups slam Ranger 3 Deeps Underground Mine proposal (Australia) Dec. 5, 2014

Spain U projectprotest 115,000 signatures against uranium mine project in Retortillo and Villavieja de Yeltes handed over to the Ministry of Industry (Spain) Dec. 5, 2014

Canada U project corporate China General Nuclear looking to invest in Canadian uranium mines Dec. 5, 2014

United Kingdom Netherlands Germany E corporate Urenco owners favour stock market listing in push to sell uranium enrichment firm - sources Dec. 4, 2014

USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC offers opportunity to request hearing or petition for leave to intervene on Westinghouse application to more than double the amount of Hematite (Missouri) fuel plant decommissioning waste to be transferred to non-NRC-licensed disposal facility in Idaho Dec. 3, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental Uranium plume in groundwater leaving the former Bluewater uranium mill site 'does not present an imminent or foreseeable risk to community water systems', DOE report (New Mexico) Dec. 2, 2014

USA U operating environment Data shows unacceptably high levels of radon emissions at White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) Dec. 2, 2014

Slovakia U project licensing Company requests extension of exploration licence for Kuriskova uranium deposit to rare earth metals - to avoid referendum? (Slovakia) Dec. 2, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Dec. 2, 2014

Malawi U operatingindigenouseconomy Traditional authority demands more development efforts from mining investors (Malawi) Dec. 1, 2014

Namibia U operating health environmental licensing Roessing releases Draft Social and Environmental Impact Assessment on desalination plant project (Namibia) Dec. 1, 2014

USA U regulatoryindigenous U.S. NRC invites comment on Tribal Policy Statement and Tribal Protocol Manual Guidance Dec. 1, 2014

United Kingdom E operating incident 'Minor' leakage from legacy depleted UF6 cylinder shows importance of deconversion plant project at Capenhurst (UK) Nov. 2014

Germany E operating protest Protestors demand closure of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Nov. 30, 2014

Canada E operating incident Small hydrogen fluoride release in Cameco Port Hope UF6 plant (Ontario) Nov. 28, 2014

ICRP R health ICRP issues Publication 126: Radiological Protection against Radon Exposure Nov. 27, 2014

Germany E operating protest Groups demand immediate closure of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Nov. 27, 2014

USA U projectregulatory Mining industry appeals ruling that banned new uranium mining near Grand Canyon (Arizona) Nov. 26, 2014

India E projectprotest Villagers block land allocated for construction of uranium enrichment plant (Karnataka, India) Nov. 26, 2014

India U operating India government cites 'public interest' for not divulging annual uranium production figures Nov. 26, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at MELOX MOX fuel plant (France) Nov. 25, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Standard Review Plan for Conventional Uranium Mill and Heap Leach Facilities for comment Nov. 24, 2014

USA U regulatory State legislature committee approves proposal for Wyoming to take over regulation of uranium mining Nov. 24, 2014

Australia U project licensing Cameco submits new referral with doubled production rate for Yeelirrie uranium mine project (Western Australia) Nov. 24, 2014

Niger U project Imouraren mine to start mining before 2020, French prime minister hopes (Niger) Nov. 23, 2014

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Dene Trappers blockade Northern Saskatchewan highway to protest against mineral and oil exploration Nov. 23, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE releases Mitigation Action Plan for the Final Uranium Leasing Program Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement Nov. 22, 2014

Greenland U regulatory Majority wants referendum on Greenland's uranium policy Nov. 22, 2014

Canada U projectindigenousprotest Northern Quebec Cree start 850 km trek to protest against uranium mining Nov. 21, 2014

USA U decommissioning incident Rockslide hits train line used for Moab tailings relocation project - again (Utah) Nov. 20, 2014

Argentina E projectprotest Paraguay parliament urges Chancellor to reject Argentina's plan to build Dioxitek nuclear fuel plant near border Nov. 20, 2014

USA U project environmental Future development of uranium mines in San Miguel Basin could pose a threat to already small and vulnerable population of Gunnison sage-grouse (Colorado) Nov. 20, 2014

USA U operating licensing U.S. NRC denies acceptance for review of Uranium One's proposal for simplified monitoring of airborne effluents at Willow Creek in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Nov. 20, 2014

Australia U operating corporate protest Protest outside BHP Billiton annual meeting (South Australia) Nov. 20, 2014

USA U trade corporate Goldman Sachs to wind down uranium trading business - after U.S. Senate report sheds some light on it, raising a number of issues Nov. 19, 2014

Malawi U operating environmental protest NGOs warn Paladin against planned release of Kayelekera uranium mill tailings water into river used for drinking water (Malawi) Nov. 19, 2014

Argentina E projectprotest Protest in Paraguay against Argentina's plan to build Dioxitek nuclear fuel plant near border Nov. 19, 2014

Jordan U project Jordan to develop first uranium deposit in 2015, uranium exports expected by 2020 Nov. 18, 2014

Germany E D operating decommissioning Urenco Germany's depleted uranium to be disposed of in LLW rather than HLW repository? Nov. 18, 2014

Canada U regulatory CNSC invites comment on Discussion Paper: Modernizing the CNSC's Regulations Nov. 17, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U operating economy Two uranium mines at Krasnokamensk to resume operations after implementation of cost reductions and use of acid block in situ leaching (Russia) Nov. 17, 2014

USA U operating incident worker U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation for three license violations at Lost Creek in situ leach mine, involving worker exposure to yellow cake dust, among others (Wyoming) Nov. 14, 2014

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC extends construction deadline for MOX fuel fabrication plant by 10 years (South Carolina) Nov. 14, 2014

USA U project licensing License renewal for Crownpoint uranium in situ leach mine project on hold (New Mexico) Nov. 13, 2014

Spain U project licensing Board rejects Berkeley's request for the use of rural land for its Retortillo-Santidad uranium mine project (Spain) Nov. 13, 2014

Germany E trade Transports of enriched uranium hexafluoride (UF6) across the state of Rheinland-Pfalz on the increase (Germany) Nov. 11, 2014

USA E operating economy licensing Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant requests increase of possession limit for U-235 to pursue 'business opportunities' involving enriched UF6 interim storage (South Carolina) Nov. 11, 2014

USA E operating incident Loss of criticality safety controls at Areva Richland, WA, nuclear fuel plant (Washington) Nov. 10, 2014

Germany U tradeprotest Blockade of train carrying uranium ore concentrate in Hamburg port (Germany) Nov. 10, 2014

China,cont'l U project China discovers more uranium deposits in Inner Mongolia Nov. 8, 2014

Argentina E operating Dioxitek UO2 plant in Cordoba to be closed for good (Argentina) Nov. 8, 2014

France E operating incident Unidentified drone overflight observed at MELOX MOX fuel fabrication plant site in Marcoule (France) Nov. 7, 2014

USA China,cont'l E trade U.S. NRC receives application for export of 2,000 t natural uranium as UF6 from the U.S. to China Nov. 7, 2014

Australia U operating trade Complete production from two years at Four Mile in situ leach uranium mine to be stockpiled (South Australia) Nov. 7, 2014

ICRP R health ICRP forms task groups on (near) surface disposal of radioactive waste and on exposures from contaminated sites Nov. 7, 2014

Kyrgyzstan Russia (Asian part) U decommissioning Russia gives $1.5 million to UNDP for socio-economic development of settlements in Kyrgyzstan close to uranium tailings Nov. 7, 2014

France E operating incident Insufficient pressure used in tests of 160 UF6 cylinders at Areva's Tricastin site (France) Nov. 6, 2014

Germany U trade Uranium ore concentrate unloaded near passenger ships in Hamburg port (Germany) Nov. 6, 2014

Germany E operating State government not to push for phase-out of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Nov. 6, 2014

Greenland U regulatory protest Greenland opposition calls for referendum on uranium policy Nov. 6, 2014

USA E operating incident Honeywell admits failure to properly classify HF release from Metropolis conversion plant building after UF6 leak (Illinois) Nov. 6, 2014

Finland U project corporate economy Talvivaara Sotkamo to apply for bankruptcy (Finland) Nov. 6, 2014

USA U operating licensing U.S. NRC renews license for Crow Butte uranium ISL mine (Nebraska) Nov. 6, 2014

Argentina E project environmental licensing Environmental license clears way for construction of Dioxitek S.A. UO2 plant in Formosa (Argentina) Nov. 6, 2014

Germany E operating incident Fissure causes partial halt of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Nov. 5, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE discontinues groundwater pump and treat scheme at Tuba City uranium mill tailings site due to ineffectiveness (Arizona) Nov. 5, 2014

Korea, DPR E project New North Korea enrichment facility could boost weapons fuel: report Nov. 5, 2014

Australia U operating Environment groups call for full disclosure of ERA's plan for Ranger mine (Australia) Nov. 5, 2014

USA U operating incident Uranerz Energy Corp. pays US$ 5,000 penalty for two spills at Nichols Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Nov. 3, 2014

USA D decommissioning U.S. EPA invites comment on proposed cleanup plan for former Starmet / Nuclear Metals DU munitions facility site in Concord (Massachusetts) Nov. 3, 2014

Spain U project environmental protest Group files complaint against Berkeley's poor uranium exploration practices at Retortillo-Santidad deposit (Spain) Nov. 3, 2014

USA D decommissioning environmental licensing U.S. NRC invites comment on scope of EIS for decommissioning of DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) Nov. 3, 2014

Germany E corporate Increasing worries in Germany about proposed sale of Urenco Oct. 31, 2014

USA E decommissioning U.S. DOE seeks comment on decommissioning and waste disposal alternatives of Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant (Ohio) Oct. 31, 2014

Australia U decommissioning economy A$ 200 million sought to rehabilitate former Rum Jungle uranium mine (Northern Territory, Australia) Oct. 31, 2014

Malawi U operating protest economy Residents oppose reopening of Kayelekera uranium mine under current development agreement for lack of benefit for local district (Malawi) Oct. 31, 2014

USA U project Strata Energy intends to add Kendrick Expansion Area to Ross in situ leach project (Wyoming) Oct. 29, 2014

USA U operating economy Development halt of new well fields at Willow Creek in situ leach uranium mine continues for another year (Wyoming) Oct. 29, 2014

USA E project corporate economy Cameco writes down complete CDN$ 184 million investment in GE-Hitachi Global Laser Enrichment LLC (GLE) Oct. 29, 2014

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Honeywell for allowing unqualified operators to perform licensed activities at Metropolis conversion plant (Illinois) Oct. 28, 2014

Hungary U project economy Wildhorse Energy Ltd abandons Mecsek Hills uranium mine project (Hungary) Oct. 28, 2014

USA Russia (Asian part) E trade U.S. NRC approves export of 32,200 t natural uranium as UF6 from the U.S. to Russia (!) Oct. 27, 2014

USA U decommissioningenvironmentalindigenousprotest Ute Mountain Tribe and environmentalists oppose relaxation of EPA uranium mill tailings standards affecting White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) Oct. 27, 2014

USA E operating incident Honeywell Metropolis conversion plant shut down after UF6 leak (Illinois) Oct. 26, 2014

Spain U projectprotest 100,000 signatures collected against Retortillo-Santidad uranium mine project in Salamanca (Spain) Oct. 26, 2014

Czech Rep. U project licensing Czech Ministry of Environment again rejects uranium exploration at Osecna-Kotel Oct. 24, 2014

France E operating incident Flawed UF6 cylinder tests at Areva's Tricastin site (France) Oct. 24, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental Contaminated alluvial and bedrock groundwater continues to leave the former Bluewater uranium mill site (New Mexico) Oct. 24, 2014

USA U operating environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Assessment and finding of no significant impact for license renewal of Crow Butte uranium in situ leach mine (Nebraska) Oct. 24, 2014

USA U decommissioning economy U.S. DOE's long-term surveillance and maintenance costs for UMTRCA Title II uranium mill tailings sites by far exceed revenue available from mill operator assessments, Inspector General finds Oct. 23, 2014

USA E project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact on 10-year extension of construction authorization requested by Shaw Areva MOX Services for delayed MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) Oct. 23, 2014

Australia U operating incident Australian government declares independent expert report into Ranger leach tank failure confidential, declines to follow recommendation on review of regulatory framework Oct. 22, 2014

Australia U trade Australian uranium exports statistics for 2013 highly inconsistent Oct. 22, 2014

USA Australia U operating trade licensing U.S. NRC approves processing of yellow cake from mothballed South Australian Honeymoon mine at Willow Creek in situ leach mine in Wyoming Oct. 21, 2014

USA E decommissioning Closed Paducah gaseous diffusion enrichment plant returned to U.S. DOE for decommissioning (Kentucky) Oct. 21, 2014

Australia U corporate Australia's Macquarie Group buys Deutsche Bank uranium book - source Oct. 21, 2014

USA U project corporate Utah state regulator approves ownership transfer of idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill from Uranium One to Anfield Resources Inc. Oct. 20, 2014

Poland U projectprotest Community continues fight against uranium exploration at Kopaniec despite unfavourable court decision (Poland) Oct. 19, 2014

South Africa U decommissioning environmental Mine dust from sandstorm could be toxic (South Africa) Oct. 19, 2014

Japan U project Uranium to be extracted as a byproduct of tunnel construction for the Maglev train line in Japan? Oct. 18, 2014

India U operating incident Jaduguda mine in violation of Forest Conservation Act since 1987 (Jharkhand, India) Oct. 18, 2014

Brazil U operating licensing New Engenho uranium mining area in licensing process at Caetite (Brazil) Oct. 17, 2014

Kazakhstan U decommissioning Test production of rare earths from Kazakh uranium mine residues commenced Oct. 17, 2014

Germany E operating protest Blockade of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Oct. 15, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Oct. 15, 2014

Canada U regulatoryindigenous CNSC invites comments on draft regulations for Aboriginal Engagement Oct. 15, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U project Krasnokamensk mine starts project for heap leaching and block in-situ leaching of low-grade deposits (Russia) Oct. 14, 2014

Czech Rep. E projectprotest Bystrice nad Pernstejnem nuclear fuel plant project turned down in local referendum (Czech Republic) Oct. 11, 2014

Niger U operating economy Niger finally renews uranium production agreement with Areva Oct. 11, 2014

Canada E operating incident Cameco Port Hope conversion plant cooling water discharge fails to pass toxicity test due to higher-than normal concentration of potable water (!) (Ontario) Oct. 10, 2014

USA U regulatory health worker U.S. OSHA invites comment on management and permissible exposure limits for chemicals in the workplace - time to overcome anachronistic uranium exposure limits Oct. 10, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. EPA assessment finds radioactive contamination at abandoned uranium mines in the project area of the proposed Dewey-Burdock uranium mine (South Dakota) Oct. 9, 2014

United Kingdom Netherlands Germany E corporate Urenco's owners set year-end deadline for indicative bids - sources Oct. 9, 2014

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed revision of enforcement policy at nuclear fuel processing and fabrication facilities Oct. 9, 2014

Canada U operating McClean Lake mill produces first uranium concentrate from ore mined at Cigar Lake mine (Saskatchewan) Oct. 8, 2014

USA U operating incident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to Uranerz Energy Corp. over two spills at Nichols Ranch in situ leach uranium mine Oct. 7, 2014

Namibia U operating protest worker Contract workers claim unfair treatment at Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) Oct. 7, 2014

USA U project Slower ramp-up announced for development of Lance in situ leach uranium projects (Wyoming) Oct. 7, 2014

Australia U operating First uranium shipment from Four Mile in situ leach uranium mine (South Australia) Oct. 6, 2014

Australia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited on Environmental Scoping Document for Millipede and Lake Maitland extensions to Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Oct. 6, 2014

France E operating incident Inspection on criticality safety brings 'unacceptable' practices to light at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel plant (France) Oct. 3, 2014

USA U regulatory health worker U.S. NRC invites comment on Proposed Revision of Regulatory Guide 'Applications of Bioassay for Uranium' Oct. 3, 2014

Australia U operating environmental licensing Draft EIS for Ranger 3 Deeps Underground Mine available for comment (Australia) Oct. 3, 2014

Canada U project environmental licensing Areva submits Final Environmental Impact Statement on Kiggavik Project (Nunavut) Oct. 2, 2014

India U operating licensing Jadugoda mine lease renewed after three-week stoppage (Jharkhand, India) Oct. 1, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Sep. 30, 2014

Canada E operating incident Cameco Port Hope conversion plant discharges cooling water containing elevated levels of uranium and fluoride to harbour (Ontario) Sep. 30, 2014

USA U projectregulatory Grand Canyon uranium mining ban upheld by federal court (Arizona) Sep. 30, 2014

USA E corporate Enrichment company USEC Inc. emerged from bankruptcy under the new name Centrus Energy Corp. Sep. 30, 2014

France E decommissioning incident Anomaly with chlorine trifluoride at decommissioning EURODIF enrichment plant (France) Sep. 29, 2014

Tajikistan U decommissioning Tajikistan adopts concept on reclamation of legacy uranium mill tailings Sep. 29, 2014

Bolivia U project Uranium discovery announced in Santa Cruz department (Bolivia) Sep. 26, 2014

Czech Rep. U projectprotest Petition against Brzkov uranium mine project supported by over 1,500 people (Czech Republic) Sep. 26, 2014

Finland Russia (Asian part) U trade European Commission probing uranium supply contract with Russia for planned Pyhajoki nuclear power plant (Finland) Sep. 26, 2014

USA U decommissioningenvironmentalindigenous U.S. Federal Agencies release second Five-Year Plan to address uranium contamination in the Navajo Nation Sep. 25, 2014

USA U operating environmental licensing U.S. Forest Service issues Environmental Assessment, draft decision and FONSI on La Sal mine (Utah) Sep. 25, 2014

Canada U projectindigenousprotest First Nations in Quebec reaffirm their opposition to uranium mining Sep. 25, 2014

Australia U projectregulatory Areva suing Australian government over including Koongarra uranium deposit in Kakadu National Park Sep. 25, 2014

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning environmental Tailings pile contributing largest amount of uranium seepage to Mailuu-Say river still unsecured (Kyrgyzstan) Sep. 23, 2014

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning Remediation of abandoned Shekaftar uranium mine dumps 'most urgent' (Kyrgyzstan) Sep. 23, 2014

Germany European Union U regulatory New European Union Basic Safety Standards may water down standards for cleanup of remaining Wismut uranium mine sites in Germany Sep. 23, 2014

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Dismantling of surface facilities starts at Hamr underground mine and Straz pod Ralskem mill site (Czech Republic) Sep. 23, 2014

USA U decommissioning licensing State approves modified discharge permit for Grants uranium mill site (New Mexico) Sep. 23, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental health ATSDR Public Health Assessment report identifies health hazards for residents living near Canon City uranium mill site (Colorado) Sep. 22, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Sep. 22, 2014

Finland U project incident Criminal proceedings started in Talvivaara toxic spill case (Finland) Sep. 22, 2014

Namibia U project Contracts awarded for heap leach pilot plant at Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) Sep. 22, 2014

USA U operating environmental licensing Group files challenge to Division of Radiation Control order affecting radon emissions from tailings of White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) Sep. 20, 2014

Japan E operating Japan's plutonium stockpile increased to 47.1 tonnes in 2013 Sep. 17, 2014

Russia (Asian part) E project licensing 'Public hearing' on new Seversk conversion plant project held behind closed doors (Russia) Sep. 17, 2014

Russia (Asian part) E operating First batch of MOX fuel pellets manufactured at Zelenogorsk (Russia) Sep. 16, 2014

USA U project economy Positive economics reported for Anderson uranium mine / heap leach project, provided uranium price doubles (Arizona) Sep. 16, 2014

USA E regulatory worker U.S. NRC issues draft Interim Staff Guidance to relax standards for acute intake of uranium by workers in accident scenarios Sep. 12, 2014

Australia U project Six companies invited to apply for right to explore for uranium in New South Wales - one of which denies any interest in uranium (Australia) Sep. 11, 2014

USA U E operating incident And again: pressure buildup in drum filled with yellow cake at Willow Creek (Wyoming) uranium in situ leach mine causes contamination incident at conversion plant - this time in Metropolis (Illinois) Sep. 10, 2014

Namibia U operating environmental licensing Roessing releases Draft Scoping Report for Social and Environmental Impact Assessment on desalination plant project (Namibia) Sep. 10, 2014

Finland U project incident Report: Talvivaara boss suspected of environmental crimes (Finland) Sep. 10, 2014

Canada U projectindigenoussupporteconomy Lawsuit against Cameco/Areva deal with northern community of Pinehouse dismissed (Saskatchewan) Sep. 10, 2014

Germany U trade 18 trainloads of uranium ore concentrate traveled across Rheinland-Pfalz state in 2013 (Germany) Sep. 9, 2014

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues temporary exemption to the financial assurance requirements for Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Sep. 9, 2014

USA U operating incident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Uranium One for failure to follow procedures established to prevent pressure buildup in drums filled with yellow cake at Willow Creek uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Sep. 8, 2014

USA U project licensing Uranerz submits license application for Jane Dough uranium in situ leach project as extension of Nichols Ranch mine (Wyoming) - UPDATE Sep. 8, 2014

Czech Rep. U projectprotest Demonstration against reopening of Brzkov uranium mine (Czech Republic) Sep. 8, 2014

India U operating licensing Mining at Jaduguda uranium mine stopped following ministry order; license expired in 2007 (Jharkhand, India) Sep. 8, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases Defense-Related Uranium Mines Report to Congress Sep. 5, 2014

Australia India U trade Australia signs agreement with India on uranium exports Sep. 5, 2014

Canada U project Ore production resumes at Cigar Lake mine after freezing problem (Saskatchewan) Sep. 4, 2014

USA U project licensing Denver district court suspends license to build Pinon Ridge uranium mill, again (Colorado) Sep. 3, 2014

Russia (Asian part) Algeria U project Russia, Algeria sign nuclear energy cooperation agreement, including uranium prospecting and mining Sep. 3, 2014

Australia Russia (Asian part) U trade Australia halts uranium sales to Russia in view of Ukraine crisis - currently no contracts, though Sep. 3, 2014

USA D decommissioning health Health study results on National Lead Inc. Colonie depleted uranium munitions plant site still incomplete (New York) Sep. 2, 2014

Niger U operating U.S. military may move Niger drone base to Agadez Sep. 2, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Sep. 2, 2014

Finland U project incident Report: Talvivaara mine directors ignored toxic-leak warnings before gypsum pond spill (Finland) Sep. 2, 2014

Australia U operating economy environmental licensing Heap leach trial for lower processing cost at Olympic Dam mine expansion project obtains environmental waiver (South Australia) Aug. 29, 2014

India U corporate Uranium Corporation of India wins 'corporate social responsibility and sustainability' and 'most eco-friendly' Public Sector Undertaking awards (!) Aug. 28, 2014

USA U decommissioningindigenous U.S. EPA orders very first phase of cleanup work at four abandoned uranium mines in the Mariano Lake and Smith Lake areas on the Navajo Nation Aug. 28, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental incident Heavy rains cause mudflow at Canon City uranium mill site (Colorado) Aug. 27, 2014

Canada U operating protest worker Cameco shuts down McArthur mine and Key Lake mill ahead of strike (Saskatchewan) Aug. 27, 2014

Poland U project Administrative court grants investor appeal against local disapproval of uranium exploration at Kopaniec in Southwestern Poland Aug. 26, 2014

Uzbekistan India U trade Uzbekistan to supply 2,000 tonnes of uranium to India Aug. 26, 2014

Niger U project economy Chinese-owned Azelik mine struggling with high cost and low output (Niger) Aug. 26, 2014

USA U decommissioning licensing U.S. EPA invites comment on Proposed Administrative Settlement and Order on Consent for Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study at Canon City uranium mill site (Colorado) Aug. 26, 2014

USA U operating licensing Wyoming DEQ invites comment on proposed license renewal for planned deep disposal wells at Irigaray in situ leach uranium mine Aug. 25, 2014

Canada U project environmental Regional Directorate of Public Health committee report confirms worries about environmental impacts of proposed uranium mining in the Sept-iles area (Quebec) Aug. 25, 2014

France E operating trade incident Areva fails to perform inspections of lifting lugs of 48Y transport cylinders for uranium hexafluoride (France) Aug. 25, 2014

USA E operating worker U.S. NRC steps up supervision of Metropolis conversion plant in view of worker lockout (Illinois) Aug. 25, 2014

Iran E project Iran starts UO2 production line at Isfahan conversion plant Aug. 23, 2014

USA France E D operating trade U.S. NRC approves export of depleted uranium required for MOX fuel fabrication at MELOX plant (France) Aug. 22, 2014

USA U project Powertech must release geological survey data for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine, NRC Board rules (South Dakota) Aug. 20, 2014

Germany E D operating decommissioning Urenco's Gronau depleted uranium oxide storage building not to be used before 2015 (Germany) Aug. 20, 2014

USA D decommissioning licensing TCEQ approves disposal of large quantities of depleted uranium at WCS site in Texas Aug. 20, 2014

Namibia U project Construction of sulfuric-acid plant to start at Husab uranium mine (Namibia) Aug. 20, 2014

USA U operatingdecommissioningindigenousprotestlicensing Tribe files Petition to Intervene against approval of processing of Midnite Mine residues as alternate feed at the White Mesa mill (Utah) Aug. 19, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U operating New deposits under development for in situ leaching at Vitimsky mine (Buryatia, Russia) Aug. 19, 2014

Sweden Germany E trade Uranium hexafluoride transports across Baltic Sea on passenger ferries likely to end in 2015 Aug. 18, 2014

Australia India U trade Warning against Australia's deal with India on uranium exports Aug. 18, 2014

Germany U tradeprotest Blockade of train carrying uranium ore concentrate near Hamburg (Germany) Aug. 18, 2014

Canada U project corporate Exploration company Prescient Mining Corp. abandons Hook Lake uranium project in Saskatchewan and switches business to grow cannabis Aug. 15, 2014

Czech Rep. U decommissioning Remaining six tailings ponds in Mydlovary to be reclaimed within ten years (Czech Republic) Aug. 15, 2014

USA U project corporate Idle Shootaring Canyon mill to be acquired by Anfield Resources Inc. (Utah) Aug. 15, 2014

Canada U operating CNSC kindly invites uranium mine operators to verify stability of their tailings deposits - in view of tailings dam failure in British Columbia (Canada) Aug. 14, 2014

Russia (Asian part) E project environmental licensing Public comment invited on Environmental Impact Assessment for new Seversk conversion plant project (Russia) Aug. 12, 2014

Australia U project protest environmental licensing Environmental groups file appeal against state EPA approval for Kintyre uranium mine project (Western Australia) Aug. 12, 2014

Spain U projectprotest City Council of Boada approves motion against Retortillo uranium mill (Spain) Aug. 9, 2014

IAEA R regulatory IAEA issues draft Safety Guide on Establishing the Infrastructure for Radiation Safety Aug. 8, 2014

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on draft Generic Letter 'Treatment of Natural Phenomena Hazards in Fuel Cycle Facilities' Aug. 8, 2014

India U operating environment Court orders Union Government to prepare report on radiation situation around Jaduguda uranium mine in Jharkhand (India) Aug. 8, 2014

USA E decommissioning health Study finds high rates of systemic lupus erythematosus among residents in the vicinity of the former Fernald uranium processing plant (Ohio) - Update Aug. 7, 2014

India U operating protest Anti-uranium mining activist murdered (India) Aug. 6, 2014

France U decommissioning Uranium mine waste rock found on camping ground leads to considerable gamma dose rates (France) Aug. 6, 2014

Czech Rep. U operating Closure of Rozna uranium mine now foreseen for 2017 (Czech Republic) Aug. 6, 2014

Spain U project protest licensing Group launches campaign against licensing of Retortillo-Santidad uranium mine project in Salamanca (Spain) Aug. 5, 2014

Argentina U project economy Mining of Laguna Salada near-surface uranium deposit possible with 'healthy operating margin even at current uranium prices' (Argentina) Aug. 5, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U operating economy Krasnokamensk mine starts processing of subeconomic ore dumps for residual uranium (Russia) Aug. 4, 2014

France E decommissioning incident Violation of criticality rules at decommissioning EURODIF enrichment plant (France) Aug. 4, 2014

USA U operating protest Conservation groups urge BLM to suspend Pine Nut uranium mine in response to groundwater contamination (Arizona) Aug. 4, 2014

Denmark Greenland U projectprotest Demonstration in Copenhagen against uranium mining in Greenland Aug. 1, 2014

Australia U decommissioning licensing Queensland Government invites tender for reopening of abandoned Mary Kathleen uranium mine (Australia) Aug. 1, 2014

Australia U regulatory Queensland Government releases framework for uranium mining (Australia) Aug. 1, 2014

France E operating ASN makes further operation of MELOX MOX fuel fabrication plant conditional upon safety improvements (France) July 31, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC Board to hold hearing on licence for Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) July 31, 2014

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues temporary exemption from certain financial assurance requirements to Uranium One for its Willow Creek in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) July 31, 2014

Canada U decommissioning licensing CNSC to hold hearing on licence application for decommissioning of former Gunnar uranium mine site (Saskatchewan) July 31, 2014

USA U decommissioning 7 Million short tons of mill tailings removed from DOE Moab Project Site (Utah) July 30, 2014

South Africa U project economy Pre-Feasibility Study commissioned for Sibanye Gold Ltd Beisa uranium processing plant project (South Africa) July 30, 2014

United Kingdom E operating incident Small release of uranium hexafluoride from ageing container at Springfields nuclear fuel fabrication plant (United Kingdom) July 28, 2014

Australia U project environmental licensing Kintyre uranium mine project obtains state EPA approval (Western Australia) July 28, 2014

Australia U operating economy Heap leach trial for lower processing cost at Olympic Dam mine expansion project (South Australia) July 28, 2014

USA ICRP U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on advance notice of proposed rulemaking 'to achieve greater alignment' between its radiation protection regulations and the 2007 recommendations of the ICRP July 25, 2014

Namibia U operating Roessing to construct its own desalination plant (Namibia) July 25, 2014

USA E operating licensing U.S. NRC announces opportunity to request a hearing and to petition for leave to intervene on Urenco USA's request to increase possession mass limits and to utilize high assay tails as enrichment feed (New Mexico) July 24, 2014

USA E project economy GE Hitachi slows construction of Wilmington laser enrichment plant down due to market conditions (North Carolina) July 24, 2014

USA U projectindigenousprotest Navajo Nation Council rescinds Crownpoint uranium in situ leach mine (New Mexico) July 22, 2014

USA U operating environmental licensing ADEQ invites comment on proposed Air Permit renewal for Arizona 1 uranium mine (Arizona) July 22, 2014

USA E decommissioning corporate U.S. DOE selects deactivation contractor for Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (Kentucky) July 22, 2014

Greenland U project Plan for overseas refinery of Kvanefjeld rare earth - uranium concentrates abandoned (Greenland) July 22, 2014

Germany U E trade German government discloses comprehensive nuclear material transport statistics July 18, 2014

Niger U operating protest Niger activists arrested over planned Areva protest before French president's visit July 18, 2014

Australia U projectregulatory Australian parliament passes bill to open Woomera weapons test range to mining (South Australia) July 17, 2014

New Zealand U project Nuclear-free New Zealand incidentally becoming a uranium miner? July 17, 2014

USA U decommissioning licensing License amendment on decommissioning of Canon City uranium mill open for public comment (Colorado) July 16, 2014

Argentina E projectprotest Catholic Church opposes Dioxitek nuclear fuel plant project in Formosa (Argentina) July 16, 2014

USA U operating economy Production rate at recently opened Lost Creek in situ leach mine almost halved due to low uranium spot price (Wyoming) July 16, 2014

Canada U project Cameco announces further delay at Cigar Lake mine due to freezing problem (Saskatchewan) July 16, 2014

Mauritania U project economy Positive scoping study announced for Reguibat uranium mine project, assuming uranium sales price way above current prices (Mauritania) July 16, 2014

Germany Kazakhstan France U tradeprotest Uranium ore concentrate transport from Kazakhstan to France provokes protests during transit across Germany July 15, 2014

India U projectprotest District Council opposes uranium mine project at Kylling-Pindang-Sohiong in Meghalaya (India) July 15, 2014

Germany U decommissioning environmental health Rising radon emissions from Wismut's reclaimed waste rock piles leading to public doses above 1 mSv/a target value (Germany) July 15, 2014

Germany U decommissioning economy Funds provided for decommissioning of Wismut's uranium mines not sufficient to cover long term maintenance (Germany) July 15, 2014

Switzerland Russia (Asian part) E trade Goesgen nuclear power plant to use fresh fuel from Canadian uranium rather than recycled fuel from Russian Mayak reprocessing plant (Switzerland) July 15, 2014

South Africa U project economy Definitive Feasibility Study commissioned for Sibanye Gold's West Rand tailings retreatment project (South Africa) July 15, 2014

Sweden U project environmental licensing Environmental baseline study commissioned over Naerke oil-uranium project (Sweden) July 15, 2014

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) July 14, 2014

Argentina E project State government threatens radio stations that do not transmit advertising spots in favour of Dioxitek nuclear fuel plant (Argentina) July 14, 2014

USA E decommissioning Westinghouse Electric Company LLC once again wants to more than double the amount of Hematite (Missouri) fuel plant decommissioning waste to be transferred to non-NRC-licensed disposal facility in Idaho July 11, 2014

Namibia U operating health worker Roessing's health review still at scoping stage (Namibia) July 11, 2014

USA U decommissioning Natural flushing of contaminated aquifer at Riverton site may not be accomplished in 100-year regulatory time frame (Wyoming) July 11, 2014

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC begins special inspection at NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant after violation of safety procedures (Tennessee) July 10, 2014

USA U operating licensing Utah DEQ approves processing of Midnite Mine residues as alternate feed at White Mesa mill July 10, 2014

France E operating health worker Nuclear fuel fabrication workers still receive highest individual radiation doses in France's nuclear sector - though slightly lower than in previous year July 10, 2014

India U project Neighbouring villages urge start of uranium mining in Meghalaya (India) July 10, 2014

Pakistan U operating District demands share in royalty of Kubul Khel uranium mine (Pakistan) July 10, 2014

Greenland U projectregulatory Proposed change of Greenlandic mining law would abolish citizens' rights July 9, 2014

Brazil U project licensing Hearings on Itatiaia uranium/phosphate mine project postponed (Brazil) July 8, 2014

Paraguay Argentina U trade Paraguay offers export of uranium to Argentina July 8, 2014

Canada U operating environmental licensing CNSC announces un-hearing on Environmental Assessment of Key Lake extension project (Saskatchewan) July 8, 2014

Australia U operating incident environmental No environmental impact from burst of leach tank at Ranger uranium mine, interim report concludes (Australia) July 8, 2014

Namibia U project economy Feasibility Study initiated for Norasa Uranium Project, which received mining permit already six years ago (Namibia) July 7, 2014

USA U decommissioning Management plan requires re-burying under the roadway of any uranium mill tailings found in ongoing road construction in Durango (Colorado) July 3, 2014

USA U project corporate Energy Fuels announces sale of Pinon Ridge uranium mill license and several mining assets (Colorado) July 3, 2014

USA U operating environment Elevated uranium concentrations found in off-site domestic well near Kingsville Dome in situ leach uranium mine (Texas) July 2, 2014

Niger U project environmental licensing Environmental and Social Impact Assessment to be completed for Madaouela Uranium Project (Niger) July 2, 2014

India E project India starts building large unsafeguarded centrifuge uranium enrichment plant in Chitradurga District (Karnataka), report July 1, 2014

France U decommissioning Inventory of dispersion and usage of uranium mine waste in Limousin area released (France) July 1, 2014

USA U operating licensing Draft Discharge Permit renewal and modification issued for Mt. Taylor uranium mine (New Mexico) June 27, 2014

Niger U operating Niger launches construction of coal-fired power plant to supply cities and uranium mines in the north June 27, 2014

Argentina E project Argentina to restart Pilcaniyeu enrichment plant June 26, 2014

Spain U project licensing City Council of Villavieja halts approval process of Retortillo uranium mining project (Spain) June 24, 2014

Uzbekistan Korea, Rep. U trade Uzbekistan to increase uranium exports to South Korea June 24, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases final technical topic reports on abandoned uranium mines June 20, 2014

Czech Rep. E project licensing Local referendum to be held on nuclear fuel plant project proposed at Bystrice nad Pernstejnem (Czech Republic) June 20, 2014

India E project Expansion of India's military gas centrifuge uranium enrichment facility operational in 2015 - IHS June 20, 2014

USA E D operating licensing Urenco USA requests significant increase in possession mass limits and permission to utilize high assay tails as enrichment feed (New Mexico) June 19, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental Contaminants added to soil by irrigation at Grants reclamation site expected to migrate deeper almost unattenuated (New Mexico) June 19, 2014

Iraq D US fired depleted uranium at civilian areas in 2003 Iraq war, report finds June 19, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. EPA partly withdraws aquifer exemption for Goliad in situ leach uranium mine project (Texas) June 19, 2014

USA E regulatory trade U.S. NRC requests comment on draft regulatory basis for enhanced security at fuel cycle facilities and special nuclear material transportation June 18, 2014

Tanzania U project Selous Game Reserve declared World Heritage in Danger (Tanzania) June 18, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC requests comment on draft interim staff guidance for conducting the Section 106 process of the National Historic Preservation Act for uranium recovery licensing actions June 18, 2014

France U decommissioning Limousin area home built with uranium mill tailings backfill to be pulled down (France) June 17, 2014

France E operating incident Event at FBFC nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) June 16, 2014

USA U operating Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach mine sends first uranium-loaded resin to Cameco's Smith Ranch plant for processing (Wyoming) June 16, 2014

South Africa U project licensing Mining rights applications filed for Peninsula Energy's Karoo uranium and molybdenum projects (South Africa) June 12, 2014

Germany U decommissioning Base area of relocated Batzdorf uranium waste rock piles to be reforested (Germany) June 12, 2014

USA U decommissioning economy Extension of site boundary envisaged as creative low-cost response to off-site groundwater plume at ANC Gas Hills uranium mill tailings site - in view of insufficient reclamation funds (Wyoming) June 12, 2014

USA U regulatory worker U.S. NRC releases revised Regulatory Guide 'Bioassay at Uranium Mills' June 12, 2014

Mongolia U projectprotest Demonstration in Ulaanbaatar against uranium extraction in Mongolia June 12, 2014

Slovakia U projectregulatory New law allows uranium mining in Slovakia only if approved in referendums taking place in all affected municipalities June 11, 2014

Germany U decommissioning Groups ask for more efforts to locate uranium mine waste material used for road construction in Thuringia (Germany) June 10, 2014

Nepal U project Radiometric ground survey locates potential uranium deposit near China border in Nepal June 10, 2014

Namibia U operating Roessing uranium mine to cut jobs and reduce production targets (Namibia) June 9, 2014

USA U operating U.S. NRC issues temporary exemption from financial assurance requirements for Cameco's North Butte in situ leach mine (Wyoming) June 6, 2014

USA U operating Revised renewal application submitted for groundwater discharge permit of White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) June 5, 2014

Kazakhstan U project licensing Court dismisses Uranium One Corp.'s appeal against invalidation of subsoil use rights in three uranium in situ leach mines - agreement signed on new rights (Kazakhstan) June 5, 2014

Namibia U operating Areva's Trekkopje desalination plant to supply water to three other uranium mines via Namwater (Namibia) June 5, 2014

France U decommissioning Solar park on site of former l'ecarpiere uranium mill (France) June 5, 2014

Australia U operating incident Restart of processing operations at Ranger uranium mill after leach tank collapse (Northern Territory, Australia) June 5, 2014

Namibia U project Heap leaching eyed for Omahola uranium mine project (Namibia) June 4, 2014

Slovakia U projectregulatory Slovak Parliament approves requirement for local consent on uranium mining projects June 3, 2014

France U decommissioning health Radon monitoring results released for evacuated Limousin area home built with uranium mill tailings backfill (France) June 2, 2014

Canada U project economy Settlement agreement on government payoff for Blizzard deposit claim closed (British Columbia) June 2, 2014

USA U decommissioning Settlement gives US$ 179 million to clean up abandoned Riley Pass uranium mine (South Dakota) June 1, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE presents plan for improved active groundwater remediation at former Monticello uranium mill tailings site, replacing failed natural attenuation scheme (Utah) May 2014

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft revision of 'Standard Review Plan for License Applications for Fuel Cycle Facilities' for comment May 30, 2014

USA U regulatory Texas invites comment on proposed changes to rules on groundwater restoration standards for in situ leach uranium mines May 30, 2014

Russia (Asian part) Kazakhstan U project Russia and Kazakhstan sign road map for development of uranium deposits in Kazakhstan May 29, 2014

South Africa U operating First consignment of uranium shipped from Sibanye Gold Ltd Ezulwini plant (South Africa) May 29, 2014

Tanzania U regulatory Report calls for tight regulation of uranium mining in Tanzania May 29, 2014

USA U operating licensing Comment invited on discharge permit renewal for idle Velvet uranium mine (Utah) May 28, 2014

Canada U E corporate protest Protests at Cameco AGM (Canada) May 28, 2014

USA U regulatory worker U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide 8.34 - Monitoring criteria and methods to calculate occupational radiation doses May 28, 2014

Germany U decommissioning Horses grazing on top of Wilmut's reclaimed Truenzig uranium mill tailings pile (Germany) May 28, 2014

Malawi U operating Production ceases at Paladin's Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) May 27, 2014

Niger U operating project Areva signs uranium deal with Niger, delays new Imouraren mine May 26, 2014

Jordan U project Jordan plans to develop uranium mine in central area May 21, 2014

USA U project licensing Uranerz submits license application for Jane Dough uranium in situ leach project as extension of Nichols Ranch mine (Wyoming) May 21, 2014

Slovakia U projectregulatory Two new initiatives for a state-wide ban on uranium mining in Slovakia May 19, 2014

Portugal U decommissioning health worker Former Urgeirica uranium miners again asking for compensation (Portugal) May 17, 2014

Canada U project environmental licensing Pre-consultation phase of public inquiry into environmental impacts of uranium projects in Quebec starts (Canada) May 16, 2014

Canada U project economy licensing Cameco withdraws license application for Millennium uranium mine project due to poor economic conditions - hearing canceled (Saskatchewan) May 16, 2014

Namibia U project Tubas Sand uranium mine to be developed as interim standalone project (Namibia) May 16, 2014

Namibia U project Construction of Valencia uranium mine to start in 2015 (Namibia) May 16, 2014

Brazil France U E operating trade Uranium produced at Caetite transported to France for conversion and enrichment (Brazil) May 15, 2014

Malawi U operating Kayelekera uranium mine not likely to reopen any time soon (Malawi) May 15, 2014

USA E trade economy U.S. DOE to sell up to 2,705 tonnes of surplus uranium per year until 2021 May 15, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental Groundwater contaminant plume continues to spread off-site from ANC Gas Hills uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) May 14, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. NRC again demands resumption of groundwater monitoring at Durita uranium mill site (Colorado) May 13, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE issues Record of Decision for the Uranium Leasing Program Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement May 12, 2014

India U operating trade protest Ore transport from Bagjata uranium mine suspended, after rebels set truck with ore on fire (Jharkhand, India) May 11, 2014

France Germany D decommissioning More than 12,000 t of depleted uranium hexafluoride from Urenco's Gronau (Germany) enrichment plant deconverted at Areva's Usine W plant (France) May 9, 2014

Namibia U project Husab uranium mine in Namibia may supply offtake to Cameco May 9, 2014

Namibia U project Chinese-owned Husab uranium mine (formerly Roessing South) commissioned (Namibia) May 8, 2014

USA U regulatory Colorado legislature approves measure to ensure cleanup of Canon City groundwater contamination May 7, 2014

India U operating protest Rebels set truck with ore from Bagjata uranium mine on fire (Jharkhand, India) May 7, 2014

India U project Groundwater contamination expected to increase beyond standards once uranium mining commences at Lambapur-Peddagattu project, researchers say (Andhra Pradesh, India) May 7, 2014

USA U decommissioningenvironmentalindigenous Not all targets met for federal agencies' uranium clean-up on Navajo Reservation, GAO report (USA) May 6, 2014

India U operating environmental health Union Government to commission study on health impacts of Jaduguda uranium mine in surrounding villages (Jharkhand, India) May 6, 2014

USA U project Court denies mining company payout for loss of expected profits over Grand Canyon uranium mining ban (Arizona) May 5, 2014

USA U operating incident Injection well at Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach mine found to be still in use after failing mechanical integrity test in February (Wyoming) May 2, 2014

Brazil U project environmental licensing Comment invited on EIA for Itatiaia uranium/phosphate mine project in Santa Quiteria (Ceara, Brazil) Apr. 30, 2014

Uzbekistan U decommissioning Cattle grazing on uranium mill tailings in Angren (Uzbekistan) Apr. 30, 2014

Canada U regulatory CNSC invites comments on draft regulations for Environmental Assessments (Canada) Apr. 30, 2014

USA U project licensing Judge issues temporary stay against operating license for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine (South Dakota) Apr. 30, 2014

USA U decommissioning licensing U.S. NRC invites comment on requested extension of date for emplacing final radon barrier and erosion protection at former Church Rock uranium mill site (New Mexico) Apr. 30, 2014

Finland U project environmental licensing Talvivaara receives environmental permit decision for uranium recovery at Sotkamo mine (Finland) Apr. 30, 2014

France E operating incident Container holding enriched uranium powder accidentally cut up at FBFC nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Apr. 29, 2014

USA U decommissioning Cleanup plan for former Midnite uranium mine under review (Washington) Apr. 28, 2014

USA D decommissioning U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed decommissioning of DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) Apr. 28, 2014

Finland U project licensing Talvivaara still seeking license for uranium processing at Sotkamo mine (Finland) Apr. 26, 2014

Canada U project environmental National Public Health Institute of Quebec releases study on hazards of proposed uranium mining in Cote-Nord area (Quebec) Apr. 25, 2014

USA U regulatory Groundwater-well clean-up bill takes first hurdles in Colorado legislature Apr. 25, 2014

USA U project Energy Fuels terminates Lower Gas Hills open pit / heap leach uranium mine project (Wyoming) Apr. 25, 2014

USA D decommissioning licensing TCEQ invites comment on proposed license amendment allowing disposal of large quantities of depleted uranium at WCS site in Texas Apr. 25, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues operating licence for Ross uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) Apr. 25, 2014

Argentina U operating environmental licensing Environmental Impact Study presented for Sierra Pintada uranium mine (Argentina) Apr. 24, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U operating economy Russia's ship Krasnokamensk uranium mine unprofitable due to low uranium price and decreasing productivity - cost reductions planned Apr. 24, 2014

Spain U project licensing Mining licence granted for Retortillo uranium deposit (Spain) Apr. 24, 2014

Argentina U project environmental protest Residents file appeal to Supreme Court to prevent mining in UNESCO World Heritage area Quebrada de Humahuaca (Argentina) Apr. 23, 2014

USA U operating Pine Nut uranium mine to continue operation into 2015 (Arizona) Apr. 23, 2014

USA U projectindigenousprotestlicensing Oglala Sioux Tribe invokes treaties against Dewey/Burdock uranium in situ leach mine (South Dakota) Apr. 23, 2014

USA China,cont'l E trade U.S. NRC receives application for export of 1,800 t natural uranium as UF6 from the U.S. to China Apr. 22, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA releases proposed rule for revisions of radon emission standards for operating uranium mill tailings Apr. 22, 2014

USA U project Uranium Energy announces feasibility of Slick Rock uranium and vanadium mine project (Colorado) ... at twice the current uranium price Apr. 22, 2014

USA U regulatory Utah issues draft rules for question and answer hearings on uranium mills for comment Apr. 18, 2014

Germany E operating corporate protest Easter march participants protest against Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant and proliferation hazard from proposed sale of Urenco (Germany) Apr. 18, 2014

Canada U project environmental Inquiry commission releases study on impacts of uranium exploration and mining in Quebec (Canada) Apr. 16, 2014

Australia U operating economy Rio Tinto refuses guarantee to cover reclamation cost of Ranger mine (Australia) Apr. 16, 2014

USA U decommissioning Groundwater monitoring to be terminated at Naturita tailings disposal site (Colorado) Apr. 15, 2014

USA U project Nichols Ranch uranium in situ leach mine starts operation (Wyoming) Apr. 15, 2014

USA U project licensing Mine permit and aquifer exemption applications filed for Burke Hollow uranium in situ leach mine project (Texas) Apr. 15, 2014

China,cont'l U project corporate More Chinese companies gaining access to uranium properties abroad Apr. 15, 2014

Australia United Arab Emirates U trade Australia - United Arab Emirates agreement on uranium sales entering into force Apr. 15, 2014

Australia U project economy Scoping Study finds Carley Bore uranium in situ leach project 'potentially' robust ... at twice the current uranium price (Western Australia) Apr. 15, 2014

USA U operating incident Freeboard exceedance of holding ponds at Lost Creek uranium in situ leach mine went unnoticed for six weeks (Wyoming) Apr. 14, 2014

USA E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant - U.S. NRC conducts special inspection (North Carolina) Apr. 14, 2014

Uganda India U project Uganda seeks India's assistance to develop its uranium deposits Apr. 14, 2014

Australia U project Beverley Four Mile uranium in situ leach mine starts operation (South Australia) Apr. 14, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. Department of Justice invites comment on proposed settlement agreement with Anadarko Petroleum Corp. on cleanup of contaminated sites Apr. 14, 2014

Namibia U project Husab uranium mine to start operation (Namibia) Apr. 11, 2014

USA E operating Urenco USA enrichment plant reaches capacity of 3.7 million SWU/a (New Mexico) Apr. 9, 2014

Czech Rep. U operating health worker Workers' excessive radiation doses at Rozna underground uranium mine increasing even further (Czech Republic) Apr. 9, 2014

USA U decommissioning protest Abandoned Uranium Mining Clean Up Campaign to be announced on Earth Day (USA) Apr. 9, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC issues license for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine project (South Dakota) Apr. 8, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC releases revised Safety Evaluation Report for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine project (South Dakota) Apr. 8, 2014

France U decommissioning corporate Fire at Areva's mining museum in Bessines willfully started (France) Apr. 7, 2014

Slovakia U projectprotest Protests continue against proposed Kuriskova uranium mine (Slovakia) Apr. 6, 2014

Bulgaria U project Uranium mining in Bulgaria could resume by year end, Economy Minister Apr. 4, 2014

Namibia U operating economy Stage 4 expansion of Langer Heinrich uranium mine postponed (Namibia) Apr. 4, 2014

Slovakia U project corporate Australian explorer to acquire Kuriskova uranium deposit (Slovakia) Apr. 4, 2014

USA U operating environmental protest Grand Canyon Trust sues Energy Fuels over environmental issues with tailings at White Mesa mill (Utah) Apr. 3, 2014

Czech Rep. U projectprotest Town council's opposition to reopening of Brzkov uranium mine continues (Czech Republic) Apr. 3, 2014

USA U decommissioningindigenouseconomy Navajo Nation to get more than US$ 1 billion in settlement to clean up about 50 abandoned uranium mines Apr. 3, 2014

Canada U project licensing CNSC to hold public hearing on Cameco's license application for Millennium uranium mine project (Saskatchewan) Apr. 3, 2014

USA U operating licensing Nebraska DEQ invites comment on proposed permit renewal for Crow Butte deep disposal well Apr. 3, 2014

Argentina E projectprotest Thousands protest in Paraguay against Argentina's plan to build Dioxitek nuclear fuel plant near border Apr. 3, 2014

USA E project corporate U.S. DOE to take over American Centrifuge Plant project from bankrupt USEC (Ohio) Apr. 2, 2014

Kazakhstan U operating Kazakh uranium mines to produce scandium by-product Apr. 1, 2014

Niger U project economy Areva loses confidence in uranium reserves at Imouraren deposit (Niger) Mar. 31, 2014

Czech Rep. U project Czech government considers re-opening of Brzkov uranium mine Mar. 31, 2014

United Kingdom E operating corporate Cameco ends Springfields toll-uranium conversion agreement early (United Kingdom) Mar. 31, 2014

Australia U projectprotest Wiluna Martu peoples against expansion of uranium mining project (Western Australia) Mar. 29, 2014

Czech Rep. E projectprotest Local councils reject sale of land for nuclear fuel plant project at Bystrice nad Pernstejnem (Czech Republic) Mar. 28, 2014

Niger U project economy Madaouela mine project feasible - if uranium price doubles (Niger) Mar. 28, 2014

USA U project Energy Fuels plans open pit mine with heap leaching at Juniper Ridge (Wyoming) Mar. 28, 2014

Tanzania U project environmental licensing Full EIA not required for Madaba uranium exploration project in Selous Game Reserve (Tanzania) Mar. 28, 2014

Kazakhstan U operating licensing Court invalidates Uranium One Corp.'s subsoil use rights in three uranium in situ leach mines (Kazakhstan) Mar. 27, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on revised draft guidance on surveys of radon and progeny in air and compliance with public dose limit for uranium recovery facilities Mar. 27, 2014

France U decommissioning health Family evacuated from Limousin area home built with uranium mill tailings backfill and used for childcare (France) Mar. 27, 2014

Slovakia U projectprotest 300 protest against proposed Kuriskova uranium mine (Slovakia) Mar. 26, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC invites comment on Draft Guidance about Changes of Control and about Bankruptcy Involving Byproduct, Source, or Special Nuclear Materials Licenses Mar. 26, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental U.S. NRC not convinced that Shirley Basin South uranium mill tailings impoundment is not leaking (Wyoming) March 25, 2014

France USA E D operating trade Depleted uranium required for MOX fuel fabrication at MELOX plant (France) to be imported from USA Mar. 24, 2014

Greenland China,cont'l U project Refining of Kvanefjeld (Greenland) rare earth - uranium concentrates to take place in China(!) Mar. 24, 2014

Australia U project Bennet Well uranium deposit amenable to acid in situ leaching (Western Australia) Mar. 24, 2014

Sweden Germany E trade Uranium hexafluoride transports across Baltic Sea on passenger ferries Mar. 20, 2014

France D trade Shunting engine derailed when leaving Tricastin site with rail cars transporting depleted U3O8 (France) Mar. 20, 2014

Kazakhstan U operating Inkay ISL uranium mine suspends operation due to floodings (Kazakhstan) Mar. 19, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. DOE issues Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Uranium Leasing Program (Colorado) Mar. 18, 2014

USA E project South Carolina sues federal government to save MOX fuel fabrication plant project Mar. 18, 2014

Sweden U project Uranium exploration ends in northern Billingen, Vastergotland (Sweden) Mar. 17, 2014

USA U decommissioning Hearing announced on Ground Water Discharge Permit for former Homestake Grants uranium mill site (New Mexico) Mar. 17, 2014

Argentina U projectprotest Protests against uranium mining project block highway in La Rioja (Argentina) Mar. 17, 2014

USA U project corporate Black Range Minerals' plan to acquire idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill fails -- group calls for decommissioning after 30 years of 'standby' (Utah) Mar. 17, 2014

Sweden U project licensing Court upholds license for uranium exploration in Oviken, Jamtland (Sweden) Mar. 14, 2014

Argentina E projectprotest Protests in Paraguay against Argentina's plan to build Dioxitek UO2 plant near border Mar. 14, 2014

Spain U projectprotest Spanish and Portuguese Greens demand EU to stop reopening of Retortillo uranium mine (Spain) Mar. 14, 2014

USA E decommissioning OIG report finds nuclear waste underestimated at Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area (Pennsylvania): 'abysmal lack of records' Mar. 14, 2014

Canada E trade incident Four uranium hexafluoride cylinders fell out of container when unloading from vessel Atlantic Companion in Halifax (Nova Scotia) Mar. 14, 2014

Canada U project Ore production begins at Cigar Lake mine (Saskatchewan) Mar. 13, 2014

Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning environmental health Houses built on top of uranium tailings pile at Mailuu Suu (Kyrgyzstan) Mar. 12, 2014

USA U decommissioning Attenuation of radium concentrations in groundwater not functioning as predicted at Petco's former Gas Hills uranium mill site, NRC (Wyoming) Mar. 11, 2014

Niger Turkey U operating Turkey to invest into Niger uranium mines Mar. 11, 2014

Australia U operating economy ERA's provisions for rehabilitation of Ranger mine may be insufficient (Australia) Mar. 7, 2014

Germany E trade State Government discloses latest uranium hexafluoride transport statistics from/to Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) Mar. 7, 2014

Germany E operating Capacity of Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant decreases (Germany) Mar. 7, 2014

Netherlands E operating Capacity of Urenco's Almelo enrichment plant decreases (Netherlands) Mar. 7, 2014

United Kingdom E operating Capacity of Urenco's Capenhurst enrichment plant decreases (UK) Mar. 7, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental incident Uranium concentration in groundwater monitoring well at Durango uranium mill tailings disposal site still exceeds standard twice (Colorado) Mar. 7, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental incident Uranium concentration in groundwater monitoring well at Grand Junction uranium mill tailings disposal site increases further, exceeding standard three-fold (Colorado) Mar. 7, 2014

USA U decommissioning project No new claim stakes found on Maybell tailings disposal site in 2013 (Colorado) - an indication that prospectors have lost hope that the uranium price will ever recover? Mar. 7, 2014

Canada U project economy Midwest project underground uranium mine project stays on hold (Saskatchewan) Mar. 6, 2014

Canada U operating economy McClean underground uranium mine project stays on hold (Saskatchewan) Mar. 6, 2014

Zambia U project economy Denison further writes down value of Mutanga uranium mine project (Zambia) Mar. 6, 2014

USA E corporate economy Enrichment company USEC files for bankruptcy (USA) Mar. 5, 2014

Canada U operating incident environmental Wyoming DEQ assesses impact of usage of failed injection well at Cameco's Highland in situ leach uranium mine Mar. 4, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised Information Notice on prevention of gas buildup in yellow cake drums Mar. 4, 2014

USA E project South Carolina MOX fuel fabrication plant project put on hold in 2015 budget Mar. 4, 2014

USA U project licensing U.S. NRC releases revised Technical Report for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine project (South Dakota) Mar. 4, 2014

Finland U project incident Serious release of hydrogen sulphide at Talvivaara Sotkamo mine processing plant (Finland) Mar. 3, 2014

Canada U projectregulatory Province-wide public hearings on exploration and mining of uranium to be held in Quebec (Canada) Mar. 3, 2014

USA U decommissioning environmental incident Contaminated alluvial and bedrock groundwater continues to leave the former Bluewater uranium mill site (New Mexico) February 2014

Slovakia U project protest licensing Kosice Region Council calls government to withdraw from MoU on development of Kuriskova uranium mine (Slovakia) Feb. 28, 2014

Canada U regulatory trade CNSC invites comments on draft regulations for import and export of nuclear items and uranium (Canada) Feb. 28, 2014

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Impact Statement on Ross uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) Feb. 28, 2014

Niger U operating licensing Negotiations on Areva's uranium mining license in Niger to continue without fixed deadline Feb. 28, 2014

USA E project licensing U.S. NRC Licensing Board rebuffs challenge to Shaw Areva MOX Services' license to operate South Carolina MOX facility despite security risks Feb. 27, 2014

France E operating incident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Feb. 27, 2014

IAEA R regulatory IAEA issues draft Safety Guide on Occupational Radiation Protection Feb. 25, 2014

France E operating trade incident Faulty welds detected at lifting lugs of a batch of 48Y transport cylinders for uranium hexafluoride (France) Feb. 25, 2014

Australia U project licensing Licensing process initiated for Millipede and Lake Maitland extensions of Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Feb. 21, 2014

USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE releases draft technical topic reports on abandoned uranium mines Feb. 20, 2014

France E tradeprotest Participant in blockade of UF4 transport at Narbonne found guilty, but exempted from punishment (France) Feb. 20, 2014

Canada E operating environmental incident Cameco Port Hope conversion plant effluent exceeds toxicity standard for water fleas (Ontario) Feb. 19, 2014

Australia U project Warden's Court sanctions mining tycoon's opposition to uranium exploration in his backyard (Western Australia) Feb. 19, 2014

India U projectprotest Meghalaya regional parties committed to anti-uranium mining stand (India) Feb. 17, 2014

Malawi U operating incident Uranium ore concentrate spilled in transport accident near Paladin's Kayelekera mine (Malawi) Feb. 17, 2014

Japan E operating incident Fire in Nuclear Fuel Industries Ltd. Tokai nuclear fuel plant (Japan) Feb. 16, 2014

France E operating Public comment invited on risk prevention plan for Areva's Comurhex Pierrelatte conversion plant (France) Feb. 15, 2014

France D decommissioning Public comment invited on risk prevention plan for Areva's Usine W depleted uranium deconversion plant (France) Feb. 15, 2014

Australia U projectprotest Petition against Kintyre uranium mine plan (Western Australia) Feb. 14, 2014

USA U project licensing BLM approves Cameco's Gas Hills uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) Feb. 13, 2014

Australia U project economy Paladin writes down Queensland uranium properties (Australia) Feb. 13, 2014

Namibia U project economy Areva has no plans to restart mothballed Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) Feb. 13, 2014

Botswana U project Letlhakane uranium mine to open in 2016 (Botswana) Feb. 13, 2014

China,cont'l U trade China imported 18,968 t of uranium in 2013 (!) Feb. 13, 2014

USA U operating incident Spill continued unnoticed for nine days at Uranium One's Willow Creek in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Feb. 12, 2014

Slovakia U projectprotest Kosice City Council calls government to withdraw from MoU on development of Kuriskova uranium mine (Slovakia) Feb. 11, 2014

USA E operating incident U.S. NRC finds loss of criticality controls at Urenco USA enrichment plant (New Mexico) Feb. 7, 2014

Niger France U operating corporate protest Court condemns anti-nuclear activist for 'defamation' of Areva Feb. 7, 2014

USA E operating trade incident Cracks found in shipping containers for fuel assemblies at Areva's Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) Feb. 7, 2014

USA U project Energy Fuels considers abandoning on-site uranium processing at Sheep Mountain uranium mine project (Wyoming) Feb. 7, 2014

USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide DG-3044 on corrective action programs for fuel cycle facilities Feb. 7, 2014

USA E operating health ATSDR releases final assessment finding no health threat from airborne emissions at Savannah River site (South Carolina) Feb. 7, 2014

Finland U project economy Cameco writes down its investment in uranium recovery at Talvivaara Sotkamo mine (Finland) Feb. 7, 2014

Malawi U operating economy Paladin's Kayelekera uranium mine suspends production until uranium price recovers (Malawi) Feb. 7, 2014

USA U projectindigenous New Mexico Supreme Court upholds designation of Traditional Cultural Property status to Mount Taylor Feb. 6, 2014

Sweden U project economy Updated Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for MMS Viken multi-metal mine project, assuming uranium sales price much higher than current prices (Sweden) Feb. 6, 2014

Niger U operating protest Hundreds protest against Areva in Niamey (Niger) Feb. 6, 2014

USA Russia (Asian part) E trade U.S. NRC receives application for export of 32,200 t natural uranium as UF6 from the U.S. to Russia (!) Feb. 5, 2014

USA U operating licensing U.S. BLM seeks public input on proposed operating plan modification for continued development of Daneros uranium mine (Utah) Feb. 5, 2014

Canada E operating incident Cameco Port Hope UF6 plant shut down after loss-of-control incident (Ontario) Feb. 5, 2014

USA U regulatory U.S. EPA issues Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on update of radiation protection standards for nuclear power operations and uranium fuel cycle facilities (40 CFR 190) Feb. 4, 2014

Finland U project incident Investigation report on gypsum pond leak at Talvivaara Sotkamo mine blames company and authorities (Finland) Feb. 3, 2014

USA U project licensing State terminates consideration of baseline plan for Centennial uranium mine project (Colorado) Feb. 3, 2014

India U operating environment Uranium concentrations in groundwater near Tummalapalle uranium mine below WHO guideline: researchers (Andhra Pradesh, India) Feb. 3, 2014

USA U regulatory Bill to protect groundwater from in situ leach mining introduced in South Dakota legislature Jan. 31, 2014

USA U decommissioning economy Moab tailings relocation project receives additional funding (Utah) Jan. 30, 2014

Australia U project economy Mining Scoping Study completed on extended Wiluna project (Western Australia) Jan. 30, 2014

USA U operating environmental protest Grand Canyon Trust issues legal notice to Energy Fuels over environmental issues with tailings at White Mesa mill (Utah) Jan. 29, 2014

USA U project environmental licensing U.S. NRC issues Final EIS for Dewey-Burdock uranium in situ leach mine project (South Dakota) Jan. 29, 2014

Canada U projectindigenoussupporteconomy Non-profit magazine sues to get information on uranium deal with Pinehouse (Saskatchewan) Jan. 29, 2014

Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan U decommissioning Norwegian Radiation Protection Agency identifies regulatory problems with the management of the uranium mining legacy and radioactive waste in Central Asian countries Jan. 28, 2014

Russia (Asian part) E project New Seversk plant to replace Angarsk conversion plant in second quarter of 2014

(Russia) Jan. 28, 2014

India U operating worker Rebels press for jobs for displaced residents at Bagjata uranium mine (Jharkhand, India) Jan. 28, 2014

USA E project licensing Shaw Areva MOX Services, LLC, submits updated license application for MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) Jan. 27, 2014

Canada U operating corporate protest Group's billboard asks Cameco to pay corporate taxes (Saskatchewan) Jan. 27, 2014

Canada U regulatory CNSC invites feedback on comments received on proposal to amend Canada's Radiation Protection Regulations Jan. 27, 2014

Canada U operating environmental licensing Public comment invited on unavailable Key Lake Extension Project environmental assessment (Saskatchewan) Jan. 27, 2014

Russia (Asian part) Switzerland E operating trade Swiss utility stands by decision to halt use of nuclear fuel originating from Russian Mayak reprocessing plant - in view of inconclusive results of environmental surveys Jan. 27, 2014

USA E project licensing License application for Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility project to be filed in September 2014

(Kentucky) Jan. 20, 2014

United Kingdom E decommissioning Reuse remains NDA's preferred option for the disposition of UK's plutonium stocks Jan. 20, 2014

Namibia U operating corporate China Uranium Corporation acquires 25% stake in Paladin's Langer Heinrich uranium mine (Namibia) Jan. 20, 2014

Argentina U operating incident CNEA fined for negligence in avoiding discharges from the idle Sierra Pintada uranium mill site (Argentina) Jan. 19, 2014

Namibia U operating incident Roessing mine resumes operation after leach tank failure (Namibia) Jan. 17, 2014

United Kingdom D decommissioning UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority's management strategy for 'materials' / wastes containing uranium (in particular depleted uranium): wait and see Jan. 17, 2014

European Union R regulatory European Union issues revised directive on basic radiation protection standards Jan. 17, 2014

Canada France U projectprotest French antinuclear network hands out petition with 30,000-signatures to French Ministers against Areva's mining project in Baker Lake, Nunavut Jan. 17, 2014

Namibia U project Areva said to offer to sell Trekkopje water desalination plant to Namibia; Areva denies Jan. 17, 2014

France Netherlands E D decommissioning trade incident Failure in brake system of railcar transporting depleted U3O8 from Tricastin (France) to the Netherlands Jan. 16, 2014

Czech Rep. U project Czech president proposes resumption of uranium mining in Jachymov Jan. 15, 2014

USA E decommissioning licensing U.S. NRC issues license amendment for disposal of additional Hematite (Missouri) fuel plant decommissioning waste at non-NRC-licensed disposal facility in Idaho Jan. 14, 2014

Niger U operating protest corporate economy Hundreds of students protest against any 'compromise' in Niger's negotiations with Areva Jan. 11, 2014

Slovakia U project Renewal of Kuriskova exploration licence approved despite opposition (Slovakia) Jan. 10, 2014

Finland U project incident Prosecutors considering case against Talvivaara Mining (Finland) Jan. 10, 2014

Namibia U project environmental licensing Public comment invited on EIA for heap leach pilot plant at Etango uranium mine project (Namibia) Jan. 10, 2014

Russia (Asian part) U project Russia to triple uranium production in next two years - Rosatom Jan. 9, 2014

Australia U project Uranium recovery planned for Charley Creek Rare Earth Project (Australia) Jan. 8, 2014

Finland U project economy worker Talvivaara laying off almost half of Sotkamo mine's workforce (Finland) Jan. 8, 2014

Niger U operating Areva's Niger uranium mines shut for maintenance as licence talks continue

State regulator orders US$ 21,177 penalty for violations in connection with disposal well at Kingsville Dome uranium in situ leach mine (Texas) Sat, 31 Dec 2016

13:00 Malawi U operating Visiting Caritas workers from Tanzania arrested near Kayelekera uranium mine (Malawi) Fri, 30 Dec 2016

14:00 Brazil U operating Removal of overburden at Engenho uranium mine in Caetite has started (Bahia, Brazil) Thu, 29 Dec 2016

20:00 India U operating UCIL expects to resume work at Jaduguda mines early next year (Jharkhand, India) Thu, 29 Dec 2016

20:00 USA U operatingincident U.S. NRC cites four license violations at Lost Creek in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Wed, 28 Dec 2016

11:00 USA U E regulatory U.S. NRC discontinues rulemaking to achieve greater alignment between its radiation protection regulations and the 2007 recommendations of the ICRP Wed, 28 Dec 2016

11:00 Czech Rep. U decommissioningeconomy Czech government to allocate at least another US$ 1.74 billion for remediation of legacy uranium mine sites until 2042 Sat, 24 Dec 2016

21:00 USA U projecteconomy Energy Fuels announces improved economics for Roca Honda Project (New Mexico) Sat, 24 Dec 2016

10:00 USA U projectlicensing U.S. NRC in part approves contentions lodged against license for Dewey Burdock in situ leach uranium mine project (South Dakota) Sat, 24 Dec 2016

10:00 USA U projectlicensing Wyoming DEQ issues notice on proposed groundwater re-classification for Jane Dough extension of Nichols Ranch uranium mine Fri, 23 Dec 2016

08:00 USA U projectlicensing Wyoming DEQ issues notice on application for in situ mining permit for Jane Dough extension of Nichols Ranch uranium mine Thu, 22 Dec 2016

21:00 Canada E operatingcorporatelicensing CNSC approves license transfer for Toronto and Peterborough nuclear fuel facilities from GE-Hitachi to BWXT (Ontario) Thu, 22 Dec 2016

09:00 USA U regulatory Texas to amend in situ leach rules at request of uranium industry Wed, 21 Dec 2016

08:00 USA U project Strata Energy abandons plan for Kendrick Expansion Area of Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Wed, 21 Dec 2016

08:00 USA U projectlicensing U.S. NRC approves license amendment for Dewey Burdock in situ leach uranium mine project - opponents fear groundwater pollution (South Dakota) Tue, 20 Dec 2016

21:00 Canada U regulatory CNSC issues final regulations for Environmental Assessments (Canada) Tue, 20 Dec 2016

08:00 Namibia U projecteconomy Marenica uranium mine project officially mothballed for five years (Namibia) Mon, 19 Dec 2016

08:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing Mulga Rock uranium mine project obtains state Environment Minister's approval (Western Australia) Mon, 19 Dec 2016

08:00 Australia Ukraine U regulatorytrade Australian Parliamentary Committee cautious about proposed uranium exports to Ukraine, demands contingency plan for repatriation of nuclear material Fri, 16 Dec 2016

08:00 Australia U projectlicensing State minister in part allows appeals against state EPA's endorsement of Millipede and Lake Maitland extensions to Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Wed, 14 Dec 2016

13:00 Australia U projectlicensing State minister dismisses Cameco's appeal against state EPA's opposition to development of Yeelirrie uranium mine project (Western Australia) Wed, 14 Dec 2016

13:00 USA E operatingincident Unexpected accumulation of uranium-bearing material in air scrubber of Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant rated INES Level 2 (South Carolina) Wed, 14 Dec 2016

09:00 Canada U decommissioningenvironmental Independent Environmental Monitoring Program finds that public and environment at the former Elliot Lake uranium mine sites are safe (Ontario) Tue, 13 Dec 2016

21:00 USA U projectlicensing Burke Hollow in situ leach uranium mine project obtains state Mine Permit (Texas) Tue, 13 Dec 2016

14:00 USA E decommissioningeconomy U.S. Senate approves further short-term funding for decommissioning of Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant (Ohio) Tue, 13 Dec 2016

14:00 USA U regulatoryeconomy U.S. EPA issues proposed rule on financial responsibility requirements for the mining industry Sun, 11 Dec 2016

15:00 INTERNATIONAL U operating Industry organization ICMM commits its members to improvements meant to prevent tailings dam failures, totally ignoring senior experts' demand to abandon wet tailings disposal for good Sat, 10 Dec 2016

22:00 Kazakhstan U projectcorporate Kazatomprom and Czech company sign Memorandum of Cooperation on uranium exploration and mining Sat, 10 Dec 2016

09:00 France U operatingtradeincident French Radiation Protection Institute notes sharp increase of contamination incidents with transport drums holding uranium ore concentrate, demands improvement of filling procedure at Areva's overseas mines Fri, 9 Dec 2016

21:00 USA U projectenvironmentalindigenous Havasupai Tribe files lawsuit to stop groundwater pumping by Canyon uranium mine and others (Arizona) Fri, 9 Dec 2016

10:00 USA U operatingeconomy Deferral of ramp-up announced for Lance in situ leach uranium projects due to 'challenging' market situation (Wyoming) Fri, 9 Dec 2016

10:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC issues Final Environmental Impact Statement Supplement for Reno Creek in situ leach uranium project (Wyoming) Fri, 9 Dec 2016

08:00 Canada E operatingcorporate CNSC to hold un-hearing on proposed license transfer for Toronto and Peterborough nuclear fuel facilities from GE-Hitachi to BWXT (Ontario) Fri, 9 Dec 2016

08:00 France U corporate Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. and Japan Nuclear Fuel Ltd. to acquire stake in Areva? Thu, 8 Dec 2016

17:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC Board agrees to intervenors' demand to analyze impacts of possible land application of ISL wastewater at Crow Butte (Nebraska) Thu, 8 Dec 2016

09:00 Spain U project Construction of Retortillo uranium mill to start in first quarter of 2017 (Spain) Thu, 8 Dec 2016

09:00 South Africa U project Gold and uranium recovery demonstrated at Witswatersrand tailings recovery project (South Africa) Wed, 7 Dec 2016

17:00 Mauritania U projecteconomy Feasibility Study initiated for Tiris uranium mine project (Mauritania) Wed, 7 Dec 2016

10:00 Finland U projectenvironmentallicensing Comments invited on environmental impact assessment programmme for Sotkamo mine (Finland) Wed, 7 Dec 2016

10:00 India U projectenvironmentallicensing State Board for Wildlife approves uranium exploration in Amrabad Tiger Reserve (Telangana, India) Wed, 7 Dec 2016

10:00 USA U operatingtrade Anfield Resources finalizes agreement on processing of uranium-laden resins at Uranium One's Irigaray processing plant (Wyoming) Tue, 6 Dec 2016

14:00 USA U projectlicensing Proponents of Pinon Ridge Uranium Mill are asking county for four-year extension of expired special use permit (Colorado) Tue, 6 Dec 2016

14:00 Kazakhstan E project Construction of Kazakh-Chinese joint venture FA nuclear fuel fabrication plant has started (Kazakhstan) Tue, 6 Dec 2016

14:00 Australia U projecteconomy Ore beneficiation expected to reduce cost at Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Mon, 5 Dec 2016

07:00 USA U operatinglicensing State regulator determines that proposed uranium ore beneficiation by ablation at Sunday mine requires milling license (Colorado) Mon, 5 Dec 2016

07:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Even improved active groundwater remediation shows little effect at former Monticello uranium mill tailings site (Utah) Sat, 3 Dec 2016

17:00 France D decommissioning Nuclear Safety Authority asks Areva to prepare additional storage capacity for depleted uranium, as Bessines storage reaches capacity (France) Sat, 3 Dec 2016

17:00 India U operatingenvironmental High levels of heavy metals found in water and soil at villages around Tummalapalle uranium mine (Andhra Pradesh, India) Sat, 3 Dec 2016

17:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco plans temporary shutdown of Cigar Lake mine in 2017 due to 'difficult global uranium market' (Saskatchewan) Thu, 1 Dec 2016

21:00 Australia U regulatorytrade Australian Parliament passes law protecting uranium miners from any challenges over uranium sales to India Thu, 1 Dec 2016

21:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco plans temporary shutdown of Key Lake mill in 2017 due to 'difficult global uranium market' (Saskatchewan) Thu, 1 Dec 2016

21:00 Canada U decommissioning CNSC removes hold point for Gunnar mine site remediation project (Saskatchewan) Wed, 30 Nov 2016

21:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco plans temporary shutdown of McArthur River mine in 2017 'to help address economic challenges' (Saskatchewan) Wed, 30 Nov 2016

17:00 USA U decommissioninglicensing Comment invited on proposed licence renewal for former Rio Algom Lisbon uranium mill site (Utah) Wed, 30 Nov 2016

08:00 Slovakia U projectlicensing Company appeals Ministry's 'final' rejection of further exploration at Kuriskova (Slovakia) Wed, 30 Nov 2016

08:00 France U decommissioning Areva selects site of former Prat Merien uranium mine for disposal of waste rock with excessive radiation levels from 19 sites in Morbihan department, Brittany (France) Tue, 29 Nov 2016

18:00 Switzerland Czech Rep. U operatingtrade Switzerland to export 12.8 tonnes of uranium ore excavated during construction of caverns of pumped storage hydroelectric scheme for processing in Czech Republic Tue, 29 Nov 2016

18:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing Minister partly allows appeals against EPA's Report and Recommendations on Mulga Rock uranium mine project (Western Australia) Fri, 25 Nov 2016

18:00 USA U operatingincident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Cameco for performing incorrect dose calculations at Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Fri, 25 Nov 2016

18:00 India U project Government of India abandons plans to mine uranium in Meghalaya Tue, 22 Nov 2016

07:00 USA U operatinglicensing Cameco's Crow Butte in situ leach uranium mine obtains U.S. NRC exemption to simplify determination of occupational doses from inhalation of radionuclides (Nebraska) Sat, 19 Nov 2016

15:00 France D decommissioning Depleted uranium storage at Bessines reaches 75% of licensed capacity (France) Sat, 19 Nov 2016

08:00 Finland U project Ex-Talvivaara Sotkamo mine wants to start uranium byproduct recovery (Finland) Fri, 18 Nov 2016

17:00 Slovakia U projectlicensing Ministry of Environment finally halts further exploration at Kuriskova (Slovakia) Thu, 17 Nov 2016

08:00 Romania U operatingcorporateeconomyworker Romania's National Uranium Company to lay off one third of workforce Wed, 16 Nov 2016

09:00 Russia (Asian part) U operating Krasnokamensk mine starts industrial-size processing of subeconomic ore dumps for residual uranium (Russia) Wed, 16 Nov 2016

09:00 USA U operatingprotest Protest march against White Mesa uranium mill (Utah) Wed, 16 Nov 2016

09:00 Australia U project South Australia State Government pursues exploratory drilling for uranium deposits Tue, 15 Nov 2016

08:00 ICRP R ICRP issues Publication 133 on computational framework for internal dose assessment for reference adults Sat, 12 Nov 2016

10:00 Spain U projectprotest Retortillo spa users protest against uranium mine project, declare mayor and mining company 'non grata' (Spain) Fri, 11 Nov 2016

09:00 Malawi U operatingeconomy Paladin's mothballed Kayelekera uranium mine needs a breakeven price of US$ 58/lb U3O8 to reopen, study (Malawi) Thu, 10 Nov 2016

20:00 USA E D project U.S. DOE sells depleted uranium tails for re-enrichment at Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility project (Kentucky) Thu, 10 Nov 2016

20:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Contaminated bedrock and alluvial groundwater continues to leave the former Bluewater uranium mill site (New Mexico) Sat, 5 Nov 2016

08:00 Mongolia U projectlicensing Czech company obtains mining license for uranium deposit in Mongolia [UPDATE] Fri, 4 Nov 2016

08:00 USA U project Letter of Intent signed for use of ablation technology for ore beneficiation at Pinon Ridge uranium mill site (Colorado) Thu, 3 Nov 2016

18:00 USA U operatingincident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to Ross in situ leach uranium mine Wed, 2 Nov 2016

08:00 USA D decommissioninglicensing U.S. NRC concurs with state regulator's approval of disposal of large quantities of depleted uranium at WCS site in Texas Wed, 2 Nov 2016

08:00 Iraq D operatinghealth Gulf War veterans with embedded DU fragments still show no uranium-related health effects after 25 years, study Tue, 1 Nov 2016

14:00 USA E operatingincident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) Tue, 1 Nov 2016

13:00 USA U regulatory U.S. NRC staff denies need for rulemaking to address Prompt Remediation of Residual Radioactivity During Operations Tue, 1 Nov 2016

13:00 Spain U projectprotest 500 people demonstrate against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Mon, 31 Oct 2016

10:00 Australia U projectincident State issues order over release of contaminants at idle Ben Lomond uranium mine (Queensland) Sun, 30 Oct 2016

05:00 Germany E operatingprotest 700 demonstrate for closure of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant and Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) Sat, 29 Oct 2016

16:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmentalincident Further wells exceed uranium standard in groundwater at former Monument Valley uranium mill site; bee hive found in one monitoring well... (Arizona) Sat, 29 Oct 2016

16:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC Augmented Inspection Team report scathes management of criticality hazards at Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) Sat, 29 Oct 2016

09:00 Greenland U regulatory Greenland's new coalition government postpones decision on uranium mining over differences Thu, 27 Oct 2016

16:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC releases revised Regulatory Guide 5.51: Independent Assessment of Nuclear Material Control and Accounting Systems Thu, 27 Oct 2016

14:00 USA U projectregulatory U.S. NRC determines that uranium ore beneficiation by ablation requires NRC licence and resulting wastes are to be considered as tailings Thu, 27 Oct 2016

09:00 Greenland U projectenvironmental Company is blocking access to Environmental Impact Assessment for Kvanefjeld uranium project (Greenland) Wed, 26 Oct 2016

20:00 Australia U operatingeconomy Pre-feasibility Study commences for expansion of Honeymoon uranium mine (South Australia) Wed, 26 Oct 2016

14:00 INTERNATIONAL U tradeeconomy Weekly uranium market price falls to 12-year low of US$ 20 / lb U3O8 (TradeTech) Tue, 25 Oct 2016

06:00 USA E D projecteconomy Depressed uranium market hampering project of laser enrichment plant for tails re-enrichment at Paducah (Kentucky) Sun, 23 Oct 2016

14:00 USA Syria D operating United States confirms that it has fired depleted uranium in Syria Sat, 22 Oct 2016

09:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues Air Permit for Arizona 1 Mine (Arizona) Fri, 21 Oct 2016

18:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues Air Permit for EZ Mine (Arizona) Fri, 21 Oct 2016

18:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues Air Permit for Canyon Mine (Arizona) Fri, 21 Oct 2016

18:00 USA E operatinglicensing U.S. NRC allows restart of operations at Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) Fri, 21 Oct 2016

09:00 United Kingdom E operatingworker Firefighters at Urenco's Capenhurst enrichment plant announce 25 hour strike (United Kingdom) Wed, 19 Oct 2016

20:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC finds unspecified violation at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) Wed, 19 Oct 2016

09:00 Spain U projectprotest Retortillo city council declares two members of the Stop Uranium Platform and the platform itself 'persona non grata' (Spain) Tue, 18 Oct 2016

21:00 USA E project State legislators contemplate uranium conversion facilities in Wyoming Mon, 17 Oct 2016

10:00 Zambia U project Caritas demands full disclosure on uranium mining in Solwezi district (Zambia) Mon, 17 Oct 2016

10:00 Spain U projectprotest Retortillo city council plans to declare two members of the Stop Uranium Platform 'persona non grata' (Spain) Mon, 17 Oct 2016

10:00 Greenland U projectcorporate Company refuses to disclose documents on Chinese company's option to acquire majority share in Kvanefjeld uranium project, because it has no confidence in the government's ability to keep secrets (!) (Greenland) Mon, 17 Oct 2016

10:00 France E operatingincident Major spill of uranyl nitrate at Areva's Malvesi conversion plant (France) Sat, 15 Oct 2016

09:00 France E operatingincident Deformed cylinder valve found at UF6 cylinder at Areva's Pierrelatte conversion plant site (France) [UPDATE] Sat, 14 Oct 2016

09:00 Canada U operatinglicensing CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal for Areva's McClean Lake uranium mine and mill (Saskatchewan) Fri, 14 Oct 2016

20:00 Malawi U operating 26 Tanzanian scholars barred from visiting Kayelekera Uranium mine site (Malawi) Thu, 13 Oct 2016

14:00 India Russia (Asian part) E project Russia and India establishing cooperation in uranium enrichment Thu, 13 Oct 2016

14:00 USA E projectincident U.S. NRC identifies two apparent violations with construction of MOX fuel fabrication plant (South Carolina) Thu, 13 Oct 2016

10:00 USA U decommissioningincident U.S. NRC identifies five apparent violations with groundwater cleanup at Grants uranium mill tailings site (New Mexico) Thu, 13 Oct 2016

10:00 USA U projectlicensing State regulator declares use of uranium ore beneficiation by ablation technology a criminal act - for the time being (Colorado) Thu, 13 Oct 2016

10:00 France U decommissioningenvironmental Radiation levels still ten times background after cleanup of sites contaminated with dispersed waste rock from former uranium mines (France) Thu, 13 Oct 2016

10:00 France E operatingincident Heat exchanger leak leads to temporary exceeding of contaminant concentration limits in effluents of Areva's Pierrelatte uranium conversion plant (France) Wed, 12 Oct 2016

12:00 USA U operatingincident Leaks and embankment crack at evaporation ponds of Uranium One's Willow Creek in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Wed, 12 Oct 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningcorporate U.S. NRC approves license transfer of Areva's former Lucky Mc Uranium Mill site to new entity (Wyoming) Wed, 12 Oct 2016

09:00 USA E projectcorporate U.S. NRC approves license transfer of Areva's Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility project to new entity (Idaho) Wed, 12 Oct 2016

09:00 Netherlands E operating Dutch whistleblower who warned against Pakistani atomic spy wants reparation (Netherlands) Tue, 11 Oct 2016

08:00 Spain U projectprotest More than 1000 people demonstrate against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Tue, 11 Oct 2016

08:00 USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC, in change of mind, orders use of remaining funds from reclamation bond for temporary stabilization of leaking ANC uranium mill tailings, rather than just for groundwater monitoring and site boundary extension Sat, 8 Oct 2016

16:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues revised draft Regulatory Guide on cyber security programs for nuclear fuel cycle facilities Sat, 8 Oct 2016

16:00 USA U projectlicensing U.S. NRC releases Safety Evaluation Report and Draft Licence for Reno Creek in situ leach uranium mine project Sat, 8 Oct 2016

16:00 USA Iraq D operating US broke its own rules firing depleted uranium in Iraq Sat, 8 Oct 2016

16:00 France Kazakhstan U E corporate Kazatomprom interested in acquiring stake in Areva? Fri, 7 Oct 2016

13:00 USA E operatingincident Loss of criticality safety controls at Areva Richland nuclear fuel plant (Washington) Thu, 6 Oct 2016

09:00 Niger U projecteconomy Uranium prospection restarted at licensed Madaouela uranium mine project in quest to find deposit that can be mined at lower cost (Niger) Wed, 5 Oct 2016

09:00 USA U operatingincident U.S. NRC refrains from fining Cameco for health document falsification at North Butte in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Tue, 4 Oct 2016

08:00 Canada U healthworker Folluw-up of Ontario uranium miners' study suggests no increased risk of cancers other than lung cancer from relatively low cumulative exposure to radon Mon, 3 Oct 2016

15:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Information Notice requesting nuclear fuel facility operators to consider potential for uranium accumulation in off-gas ventilation and scrubber systems Fri, 30 Sep 2016

11:00 USA D operatingcorporate U.S. DOE selects new contractor for operation of Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride (DUF6) Conversion Facilities Thu, 29 Sep 2016

20:00 USA E decommissioningeconomy U.S. Senate approves short-term funding for decommissioning Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant (Ohio) Thu, 29 Sep 2016

18:00 Namibia U project Uranium production at Husab mine to start in late October (Namibia) Thu, 29 Sep 2016

12:00 India U operating People displaced for expansion of Narwapahar uranium mine stop uranium ore transports in demand for jobs (Jharkhand, India) Thu, 29 Sep 2016

09:00 Australia U operatingeconomy Positive Expansion Study announced for currently mothballed Honeymoon in situ leach uranium mine (South Australia) Wed, 28 Sep 2016

14:00 Greenland U projectcorporate Chinese rare earth company to acquire 12.5% stake in owner of Kvanefjeld rare earth - uranium mine project, with option up to 60% (Greenland) [UPDATE] Wed, 28 Sep 2016

09:00 India U operatingprotestworker India's uranium mine workers go on indefinite strike Tue, 27 Sep 2016

19:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing Preliminary works at Mulga Rock uranium mine project permitted while environmental approval still pending (Western Australia) Tue, 27 Sep 2016

08:00 Tunisia Russia (Asian part) U project Tunisia and Russia sign agreement on nuclear energy, including uranium exploration and mining Mon, 26 Sep 2016

20:00 Spain U projectprotest Residents of adjacent town unanimously file arguments against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Sat, 24 Sep 2016

12:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Uranium concentrations in groundwater at Falls City uranium mill tailings deposit continue to increase; data validation report needs validation itself (Texas) Sat, 24 Sep 2016

12:00 Greenland U projectcorporate Chinese rare earth company to acquire 12.5% stake in owner of Kvanefjeld rare earth - uranium mine project (Greenland) Fri, 23 Sep 2016

09:00 USA E operatingincident Westinghouse concedes 'long-standing deficiencies' led to accumulation of uranium in air scrubber of Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) Fri, 23 Sep 2016

09:00 Germany E operatingtrade German government discloses export licenses issued in 2011 - 2016

for nuclear fuel from Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel manufacturing plant Thu, 22 Sep 2016

11:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft Regulatory Guide on Shipping, Receiving, and Internal Transfer of Special Nuclear Material Wed, 21 Sep 2016

15:00 Canada U projectcorporateeconomy In view of depressed uranium market, junior uranium company expands business model to sustainable energy development (!) Mon, 19 Sep 2016

18:00 Poland U projectlicensing Regional Environmental Director turns down application for uranium exploration in Stara Kamienica, Southwestern Poland Sat, 17 Sep 2016

17:00 USA U decommissioninglicensing Legislation introduced in U.S. Congress to extend authorization for disposal of radioactive waste at Grand Junction tailings disposal site by 25 years (Colorado) Sat, 17 Sep 2016

17:00 Pakistan E project Satellite imagery suggests Pakistan building uranium enrichment facility Fri, 16 Sep 2016

18:00 Kyrgyzstan U decommissioning OSCE opens information centres in Kyrgyzstan to raise awareness on uranium legacy remediation Fri, 16 Sep 2016

08:00 USA U decommissioning Cotter Corp. agrees to pay U.S. EPA nearly $1 million for oversight costs for decommissioning Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) Wed, 14 Sep 2016

22:00 Romania U operatingcorporateeconomy Romania plans to keep National Uranium Company alive with state loan for building up national uranium reserve Mon, 12 Sep 2016

21:00 Romania U operating Crucea-Botusana uranium mine closes temporarily, as Romanian NPP operator prefers to import cheaper uranium from Canada (Romania) Mon, 12 Sep 2016

21:00 Namibia U projecteconomy Ore beneficiation to improve economics of Tumas uranium mine project (Namibia) Mon, 12 Sep 2016

08:00 Botswana U projectlicensing Letlhakane uranium mine project obtains mining licence (Botswana) Fri, 9 Sep 2016

18:00 USA U decommissioningcorporate U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed license transfer of Areva's former Lucky Mc Uranium Mill site to new entity (Wyoming) Thu, 8 Sep 2016

18:00 USA E projectcorporate U.S. NRC invites comment on proposed license transfer of Areva's Eagle Rock Enrichment Facility project to new entity (Idaho) Thu, 8 Sep 2016

18:00 Czech Rep. U decommissioning One million tonnes of contaminants removed in groundwater restoration effort at former Straz uranium in situ leach site (Czech Republic) Wed, 7 Sep 2016

09:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing State Environmental Protection Authority recommends approval of Millipede and Lake Maitland extensions to Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Tue, 6 Sep 2016

08:00 France E operating Public inquiry into proposed nitrate treatment plant at Areva's Malvesi conversion plant (France) Mon, 5 Sep 2016

15:00 USA U decommissioningindigenouseconomy U.S. EPA announces contract opportunities worth $85 million in preparation for Navajo Nation uranium mine cleanup work Sat, 3 Sep 2016

15:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing Nebraska DEQ invites comment on permit renewal for wastewater discharge of Cameco's Crow Butte in situ leach uranium mine Sat, 3 Sep 2016

15:00 Poland U decommissioning 'Highly disturbing' radon concentrations of up to 1 million Bq per cubic metre found in former Kowary uranium mine adits accessible to visiting tourists (Poland) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

21:00 Canada U regulatory CNSC issues regulations for import and export of nuclear items and uranium (Canada) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

21:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC issues Environmental Assessment for five additional shallow disposal wells at Lost Creek uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

19:00 USA U decommissioningincident Moab tailings relocation project: truck overturns on haul road (Moab) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

19:00 USA U operatingincident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation to Uranium One USA, Inc. for failure to maintain bleed at Willow Creek uranium in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

10:00 USA U operatingincident Waste sludge transports from Cameco's Smith Ranch in situ leach uranium mine to White Mesa mill halted after repeated leakages (Wyoming/Utah) Thu, 1 Sep 2016

10:00 Sweden U project Continental Precious Minerals Inc. no longer plans to develop Viken uranium deposit (Sweden) Wed, 31 Aug 2016

09:00 Australia U projectprotestlicensing Appeal lodged against WA EPA's recommendation for approval of Mulga Rock uranium mine project (Western Australia) Tue, 30 Aug 2016

15:00 Canada U operating Wolf attack at Cigar Lake mine - nature hits back? (Saskatchewan) Tue, 30 Aug 2016

15:00 Australia U operatingeconomy ERA forced to write down value of Ranger uranium mine assets (Australia) Tue, 30 Aug 2016

15:00 Namibia U operatingeconomy Paladin to suspend mining at Langer Heinrich uranium mine, processing of stockpiled ore to continue (Namibia) Tue, 30 Aug 2016

15:00 Iran E operating Iran deploys anti-aircraft missiles to Fordo enrichment plant Mon, 29 Aug 2016

12:00 Australia U projectprotest Supreme Court dismisses mining tycoon's attempt to stop uranium exploration in his backyard (Western Australia) Sun, 28 Aug 2016

09:00 Australia U operating Government reduces oversight of Ranger uranium mine (Northern Territory, Australia) Sat, 27 Aug 2016

20:00 USA E operatingincident Inspectors find another unexpected accumulation of uranium-bearing material in air scrubber of Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) Sat, 27 Aug 2016

20:00 Finland U projectenvironmentallicensing Comment invited on environmental impact assessment (EIA) programme for water management at Sotkamo mine (Finland) Fri, 26 Aug 2016

13:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing Final EIS for Energy Fuels' Sheep Mountain Uranium Project available (Wyoming) Fri, 26 Aug 2016

13:00 USA D decommissioningenvironmentallicensing U.S. DOE to prepare Supplemental EIS for disposition of deconverted depleted uranium oxide at LLW disposal sites Fri, 26 Aug 2016

13:00 Namibia U operatingenvironmentallicensing Roessing desalination plant project gets environmental clearance (Namibia) Wed, 24 Aug 2016

20:00 USA U decommissioningindigenouseconomy Navajos reach another settlement on uranium mine cleanup (USA) Wed, 24 Aug 2016

08:00 France E operatingincident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Tue, 23 Aug 2016

20:00 Germany U decommissioning Mystery of slumping soil cover of Wismut's waste rock pile No. 366 solved (?)(Germany) Tue, 23 Aug 2016

08:00 Spain U projectprotest Road blockade in protest against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Sat, 20 Aug 2016

20:00 USA U operatingincident 'Unplanned' fire at Alta Mesa in situ leach uranium mine (Texas) Sat, 20 Aug 2016

20:00 Ukraine E trade Urenco to supply Ukraine with enriched uranium Thu, 18 Aug 2016

21:00 USA U projectenvironmental Critical habitat designated for endangered cacti, possibly impacting EZ uranium mine (Arizona) Thu, 18 Aug 2016

08:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing State Environmental Protection Authority recommends approval of Mulga Rock uranium mine project (Western Australia) Mon, 15 Aug 2016

09:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft Regulatory Guide on cyber security programs for nuclear fuel cycle facilities Fri, 12 Aug 2016

09:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft Proposed Rule on cyber security for fuel cycle facilities Fri, 12 Aug 2016

09:00 USA E operatingincident Westinghouse voluntarily shuts down part of Columbia nuclear fuel plant as NRC investigates cause of unexpected accumulation of uranium-bearing material in air scrubber (South Carolina) Fri, 12 Aug 2016

09:00 IAEA U regulatory IAEA invites member states' comments on draft safety guide 'Management of Radioactive Residues from Uranium Production and Other NORM Activities (DS459)' Wed, 10 Aug 2016

09:00 Germany E project Urenco defers commissioning of depleted uranium oxide storage building at Gronau further to 2017 (Germany) Tue, 9 Aug 2016

19:00 USA U regulatory U.S. NRC releases Revision 2 of Regulatory Guide 8.10 'Operating Philosophy for Maintaining Occupational Radiation Exposures As Low As is Reasonably Achievable' Tue, 9 Aug 2016

07:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing ADEQ invites comment on revised draft Air Permit for EZ Mine (Arizona) Mon, 8 Aug 2016

21:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing ADEQ invites comment on revised draft Air Permit for Canyon Mine (Arizona) Mon, 8 Aug 2016

21:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing ADEQ invites comment on revised draft Air Permit for Arizona 1 uranium mine (Arizona) Mon, 8 Aug 2016

21:00 USA U decommissioning After 51 years, cleanup of abandoned Riley Pass uranium mine finally begins (South Dakota) Sun, 7 Aug 2016

07:00 Netherlands E operatingincident Small fire in recycling center of Urenco Almelo enrichment plant (Netherlands) Sat, 6 Aug 2016

12:00 Australia Ukraine U trade Australia to possibly start supplying uranium to Ukraine in early 2017 Sat, 6 Aug 2016

12:00 Namibia U projectlicensing Namibia refuses Mining Licences for Inca and Tubas Red Sand uranium mine projects on economic grounds Fri, 5 Aug 2016

11:00 Ukraine E project Westinghouse to build nuclear fuel plant in Ukraine Thu, 4 Aug 2016

17:00 USA U decommissioningeconomy Under revised settlement agreement, bankrupt Energy Future Holdings' would still pay less than 20% of cleanup cost of four abandoned uranium mines (New Mexico) Thu, 4 Aug 2016

14:00 Ukraine Russia (Asian part) U trade Ukraine to supply uranium to Russia Wed, 3 Aug 2016

20:00 Namibia U project Unprecedented drought hampers imminent commissioning of Husab uranium mine (Namibia) Wed, 3 Aug 2016

13:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing Tiny creatures prompt Australia to reject uranium mine - State Environmental Protection Authority opposes Yeelirrie uranium mine project (Western Australia) Wed, 3 Aug 2016

08:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC sends Augmented Inspection Team to assess unexpected accumulation of uranium-bearing material in air scrubber of Westinghouse Columbia nuclear fuel plant (South Carolina) Tue, 2 Aug 2016

00:00 India U project District Council cancels road construction project required for proposed Kylleng-Pyndeng-Sohiong uranium mine (Meghalaya, India) Tue, 2 Aug 2016

00:00 India U projectlicensing State Government revokes land lease for Kylleng-Pyndeng-Sohiong uranium mine project (Meghalaya, India) Tue, 2 Aug 2016

00:00 South Africa U project Sibanye Gold seeking partner for by-product recovery of uranium from tailings reprocessing in West Rand region (South Africa) Mon, 1 Aug 2016

14:00 Germany E operating German Federal Minister of Environment prepared to discuss demand for shutdown of Urenco Gronau enrichment plant Mon, 1 Aug 2016

13:00 USA U decommissioningincident Wildfires burn across Edgemont uranium mill tailings site (South Dakota) Sun, 31 Jul 2016

15:00 Namibia U operatingcorporate Paladin to sell further 24% stake in Langer Heinrich uranium mine to CNNC (Namibia) Sat, 30 Jul 2016

15:00 USA D tradeincident Loss or theft of 800 kg depleted uranium oxide during transport (USA) Fri, 29 Jul 2016

09:00 France U decommissioningenvironmental CRIIRAD criticizes IRSN report finding no radiological impacts of former uranium mining in the Dordogne catchment basin (France) Fri, 29 Jul 2016

09:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco writes down suspended Rabbit Lake operation (Saskatchewan) Thu, 28 Jul 2016

21:00 Canada U project Areva suspends Kiggavik uranium mine project after negative government determination (Nunavut, Canada) Thu, 28 Jul 2016

17:00 France E operatingincident Hexafluoride cylinders without valve protection cover found at Areva's Georges Besse II enrichment plant (France) Wed, 27 Jul 2016

08:00 Australia U operating BHP abandons plan for open pit mine at Olympic Dam (South Australia) Wed, 27 Jul 2016

08:00 Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Uzbekistan U decommissioningeconomy European Commission doubles fund for remediation of Central Asia's uranium mining legacy (Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan) Tue, 26 Jul 2016

08:00 Canada U projectlicensing Federal ministers accept Nunavut review board's determination that Areva's Kiggavik uranium mine project should not proceed at this time (Canada) Tue, 26 Jul 2016

08:00 Hungary U project Uranium exploration to restart in Pecs area (Hungary) Sat, 23 Jul 2016

19:00 USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE intends to exclude a large portion of Shirley Basin South uranium mill tailings disposal site for Ur-Energy's in situ leach project (Wyoming) Thu, 21 Jul 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental U.S. DOE proposes to relax groundwater standards for Shirley Basin South uranium mill tailings disposal site (Wyoming) Thu, 21 Jul 2016

09:00 India U trade India imported 600 tonnes of uranium from Russia, Canada in 2015-16 Wed, 20 Jul 2016

20:00 Kazakhstan U operatingenvironmental Groundwater quality at uranium in situ leach mines in Kazakhstan to be jeopardized further from use of ammonium bifluoride to prevent plugging of wells Wed, 20 Jul 2016

20:00 Canada U projecteconomy Pre-Feasibility Study initiated for Wheeler River uranium deposit Tue, 19 Jul 2016

14:00 USA U operatinglicensing Wyoming DEQ issues permit for two disposal wells at Lost Creek uranium in situ leach mine Tue, 19 Jul 2016

09:00 USA U tradeeconomy U.S. DOE invites comment on issues related to continued sale of surplus uranium - Comment period extended - Tue, 19 Jul 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningindigenouseconomy U.S. to pay cleanup of 16 abandoned uranium mines and cleanup evaluation of 30 more on Navajo land Sun, 17 Jul 2016

20:00 ICRP R ICRP releases Draft Report for Consultation: Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides Part 4 Sat, 16 Jul 2016

14:00 USA D operatinghealthincidentworker Department of Energy cites Portsmouth depleted UF6 deconversion contractor after two workers injured from potassium hydroxide release (Ohio) Fri, 15 Jul 2016

20:00 USA U regulatory U.S. Congress blocks new EPA rule on groundwater protection standards for uranium in situ leach mining Fri, 15 Jul 2016

08:00 USA U operatingincident Wyoming DEQ issues Notice of Violation to Nichols Ranch in situ leach uranium mine Thu, 14 Jul 2016

14:00 Spain U projecteconomy Positive Definitive Feasiblity Study announced for Salamanca uranium mine project (Spain) Thu, 14 Jul 2016

14:00 USA D decommissioning Groundwater cleanup to begin at former Nuclear Metals DU munitions facility site in Concord (Massachusetts) Wed, 13 Jul 2016

08:00 Germany U decommissioning Relocation planned for uranium waste rock pile located in center of town of Bad Schlema (Germany) Wed, 13 Jul 2016

08:00 France E decommissioningincident CEA cited for deficiencies at waste management and water treatment plants at Cadarache site (France) Wed, 13 Jul 2016

08:00 United Kingdom Iraq D decommissioning UK Ministry of Defence sees no obligation to clear unexploded ordnance and depleted uranium fired in Iraq Tue, 12 Jul 2016

09:00 Canada U regulatory Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission invites comment on draft Regulatory Document 'Reporting Requirements for Non-Power Reactor Class I Nuclear Facilities and Uranium Mines and Mills' - Comment period extended - Mon, 11 Jul 2016

21:00 Germany E operatingprotest Blockade of Urenco's Gronau uranium enrichment plant (Germany) Mon, 11 Jul 2016

08:00 Namibia U operatinghealthworker Roessing informs about health study currently underway on uranium miners (Namibia) Sat, 9 Jul 2016

15:00 USA U projectlicensing Operational status sought for idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill (Utah) [UPDATE] Sat, 9 Jul 2016

15:00 Australia U operating BHP announces scaled back Olympic Dam expansion plans involving heap leaching (South Australia) Fri, 8 Jul 2016

08:00 India U projectlicensing UCIL restarts process to obtain environment clearance for suspended Gogi uranium mining project (Karnataka, India) Fri, 8 Jul 2016

08:00 India U projectprotest Fury about UCIL's plan to mine Kylleng-Pyndeng-Sohiong uranium deposit without obtaining state consent (Meghalaya, India) Fri, 8 Jul 2016

08:00 USA U projectprotest More than half a million signatures gathered for permanent protection of Grand Canyon area from uranium mining (Arizona) Thu, 7 Jul 2016

17:00 Australia U projectindigenoussupport Traditional Owners sign mining agreement for Wiluna uranium mine project (Western Australia) Thu, 7 Jul 2016

08:00 South Africa U project Size of proposed Karoo uranium mine project reduced to 12% of initial plan (South Africa) Thu, 7 Jul 2016

08:00 ICRP R ICRP releases Draft Report for Consultation: Dose Coefficients for Non-human Biota Environmentally Exposed to Radiation Wed, 6 Jul 2016

11:00 USA U regulatory U.S. NRC requests comment on need for potential Rulemaking To Address Prompt Remediation of Residual Radioactivity During Operations Wed, 6 Jul 2016

07:00 Namibia U projectlicensing Namibia refuses Mining Licence for Etango uranium mine project in view of current low uranium price Mon, 4 Jul 2016

07:00 Australia U operatingprotest Protesters block main road to Olympic Dam uranium mine (South Australia) Sun, 3 Jul 2016

20:00 Australia U decommissioninglicensing Public comment invited on Referral for Former Rum Jungle Mine Rehabilitation Project (Australia) Sat, 2 Jul 2016

14:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC issues Draft Environmental Impact Statement Supplement for Reno Creek in situ leach uranium project (Wyoming) - Comment period extended - Fri, 1 Jul 2016

21:00 Australia Antarctica U operatingenvironmental Recent increase in Antarctic Peninsula ice core uranium concentrations caused from Australia's uranium mines, study finds Fri, 1 Jul 2016

21:00 Australia U operatingprotest Protesters gather near Olympic Dam uranium mine (South Australia) Fri, 1 Jul 2016

21:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing NRC denies review of initial Board decisions on environmental contentions brought against licence for Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Thu, 30 Jun 2016

08:00 Australia U operatingprotest Protest in Adelaide against expansion of Olympic Dam uranium mine (South Australia) Tue, 28 Jun 2016

19:00 Botswana U projectlicensing Letlhakane uranium mine project obtains provisional surface rights (Botswana) Tue, 28 Jun 2016

09:00 USA U projecteconomy Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for the Velvet-Wood uranium mine project, assuming uranium price more than doubles (Utah) Mon, 27 Jun 2016

17:00 France E operatingtrade Transport of UF4 from Malvesi to Tricastin switched from road to rail (France) Sat, 25 Jun 2016

17:00 Canada U decommissioning CNSC holds hearing on Gunnar mine site remediation project (Saskatchewan) Fri, 24 Jun 2016

21:00 Malawi U operatingenvironmentalhealthworker Paladin sued for Kayelekera uranium mine's damage to miners' health and environment (Malawi) Thu, 23 Jun 2016

08:00 Spain U project No reconciliation reached on Berkeley's claim for EUR 500,000 in damages from two activists against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Wed, 22 Jun 2016

21:00 Brazil Argentina E operatingtrade Brazil announces first export of enriched uranium Wed, 22 Jun 2016

21:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco and Areva renew collaboration agreement with Athabasca Basin communities (Saskatchewan) Wed, 22 Jun 2016

07:00 India U projectlicensing District Council not to issue no objection certificate for mining of uranium (Meghalaya, India) Wed, 22 Jun 2016

07:00 Germany U decommissioning Total cost for reclamation of Wismut's uranium mining legacy to rise to EUR 8 billion (Germany) Mon, 20 Jun 2016

13:00 United Kingdom E D operatinglicensing ONR reluctantly issues permission for installation of equipment in the Vaporisation Facility of the Tails Management Facility at Urenco's Capenhurst site (United Kingdom) Mon, 20 Jun 2016

13:00 USA E decommissioningenvironmental Environmental database for decommissioning Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant now online (Ohio) Mon, 20 Jun 2016

13:00 USA U decommissioning U.S. EPA invites comment on settlement agreement with Cotter Corp. on past oversight costs for decommissioning Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) Mon, 20 Jun 2016

13:00 USA E operatingincident Urenco USA receives UF6 cylinder with missing valve cap gasket (New Mexico) Fri, 17 Jun 2016

08:00 Malawi U operatingprotestworker Security guards at mothballed Kayelekera uranium mine down tools over poor working conditions (Malawi) Fri, 17 Jun 2016

08:00 Namibia India U trade India and Namibia decide to resolve issues impeding uranium supply Thu, 16 Jun 2016

19:00 France U decommissioningenvironmental CRIIRAD demands closure of St Pierre du Cantal uranium mine and mill tailings site for public access (France) Thu, 16 Jun 2016

19:00 Canada U operatingcorporateeconomyprotest Activists present Cameco with tax payment petition (Canada) Wed, 15 Jun 2016

22:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing U.S. BLM invites comment on Environmental Assessment for proposed expansion of Daneros Uranium Mine (Utah) - Comment period extended - Wed, 15 Jun 2016

22:00 Germany E operatinglicensing State environmental minister adopts environmentalists' demand for shutdown of Urenco Gronau enrichment plant (Germany) Tue, 14 Jun 2016

22:00 India Ghana U project India to offer Ghana technical expertise and assistance for mining of uranium Tue, 14 Jun 2016

22:00 India U regulatory India to open uranium mining up to private sector Tue, 14 Jun 2016

22:00 India U operating People displaced for expansion of Narwapahar uranium mine block mine gate in demand for jobs (Jharkhand, India) Sat, 11 Jun 2016

21:00 USA U operatinglicensing Kennecott requests another 5-year postponement of initiation of decommissioning of idle Sweetwater uranium mill (Wyoming) Fri, 10 Jun 2016

22:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing Kennecott submits Supplement to Environmental Report required for 10-year license renewal of idle Sweetwater uranium mill (Wyoming) Fri, 10 Jun 2016

22:00 Slovakia U projectlicensing Regional Court upholds Ministry's denial of license renewal for exploration of Kuriskova uranium deposit (Slovakia) Fri, 10 Jun 2016

22:00 USA U decommissioning Cotter Corp. to pay U.S. EPA nearly $1 million for oversight costs at decommissioning Canon City uranium mill (Colorado) Fri, 10 Jun 2016

22:00 USA E projectincident U.S. NRC issues two Notices of Violation regarding protection of classified information on American Centrifuge uranium enrichment project Wed, 8 Jun 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioning State's Engineering Evaluation confirms reclamation costs far beyond reclamation bond for ANC Gas Hills uranium mill tailings site (Wyoming) Wed, 8 Jun 2016

09:00 Denmark Greenland U regulatory Denmark's legislature passes legal framework allowing Greenland to export uranium Wed, 8 Jun 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioning U.S. DOE submits revised pilot study report on alternatives to active pumping and treatment for groundwater remediation at Monument Valley uranium mill tailings site (Arizona) Tue, 7 Jun 2016

08:00 USA U operatinglicensing Utah Division of Water Quality invites comment on proposed renewal of permit for water treatment plant at Energy Fuel's Rim mine Mon, 6 Jun 2016

22:00 France U decommissioningprotest In view of local opposition, Areva abandons plan for relocation of scattered uranium mine waste rock to former Vignaud uranium mine site (Creuse, France) Sat, 4 Jun 2016

21:00 European Union U trade After 5-year break European Union resumes import of re-enriched uranium Sat, 4 Jun 2016

21:00 Australia U projectindigenousprotest Martu people to march 140 km in protest against Kintyre uranium mine project (Western Australia) Sat, 4 Jun 2016

21:00 USA D decommissioninghealthworker Depleted and enriched uranium exposure quantified in former factory workers and local residents of NL Industries, Colonie, New York, more than three decades after production ceased Fri, 3 Jun 2016

20:00 USA U project First uranium delivered from Lance in situ leach uranium projects (Wyoming) Thu, 2 Jun 2016

21:00 Tanzania U projectenvironmental Elephants could vanish from World Heritage Selous Game Reserve within six years (Tanzania) Wed, 1 Jun 2016

14:00 USA U operatingindigenouslicensing U.S. NRC Board rules that tribe's unwillingness to cooperate on identification of Traditional Cultural Properties does not preclude license renewal for Crow Butte in situ leach uranium mine (Nebraska) Wed, 1 Jun 2016

14:00 Canada U operatinglicensing McClean Lake uranium mill obtains regulatory authorization for 85% production increase to accommodate Cigar Lake mine production ramp-up (Saskatchewan) Wed, 1 Jun 2016

14:00 Germany E operatingtrade German government discloses export licenses issued in 2011 - 2015 for enriched uranium from Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant Mon, 30 May 2016

Australia U decommissioningenvironmental Rum Jungle uranium mine polluting environment 45 years after closure (Australia) Mon, 30 May 2016

20:00 India U operatingincidenthealthworker Three miners killed and nine injured in Turamdih uranium mine accident (Jharkhand, India) [UPDATE] Mon, 30 May 2016

20:00 Slovakia U projectcorporate European Uranium Resources Ltd. exits Kuriskova uranium mine project (Slovakia) Sat, 28 May 2016

20:00 Canada U decommissioningincident Bush fire near Quirke Lake uranium mill tailings deposit (Ontario) Sat, 28 May 2016

20:00 USA U projectcorporate Energy Fuels becomes sole owner of Roca Honda uranium mine project (New Mexico) Sat, 28 May 2016

20:00 Spain U projectprotest Groups reject Berkeley's claim for EUR 500,000 in damages from two activists against Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Sat, 28 May 2016

20:00 South Africa U project Watchdog alleges Russian interests driving uranium mine development in the Karoo (South Africa) Fri, 27 May 2016

10:00 Kazakhstan E projectcorporate Cameco and Kazatomprom study uranium refinery plant project in Kazakhstan Fri, 27 May 2016

10:00 France U decommissioningenvironmental IRSN report finds no radiological impacts of former uranium mining in the Dordogne catchment basin (France) Thu, 26 May 2016

20:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC denies acceptance of license application for expansion of Lost Creek uranium in situ leach project for inadequate demonstration of vertical confinement of fluids in production zone (Wyoming) Thu, 26 May 2016

11:00 Finland U projectcorporateeconomy Finland's Government throws another EUR 144 million at doomed Talvivaara Sotkamo mine Thu, 26 May 2016

08:00 Australia U projectenvironmentallicensing Nolans Bore deposit to be mined for rare earths only - EIS submitted (Northern Territory, Australia) Mon, 23 May 2016

Namibia U project 5MW solar plant under construction at Areva's mothballed Trekkopje uranium mine project (Namibia) Sat, 21 May 2016

20:00 Greenland U regulatoryprotest Demonstration for referendum on Greenland's uranium policy in Nuuk Sat, 21 May 2016

20:00 Kazakhstan India U trade Kazakhstan will resume supply of uranium to India Sat, 21 May 2016

20:00 Bosnia and Herzegovina D health Court of Appeal condemns Italian Defense Ministry for the death of a soldier in Bosnia mission in 1999 Fri, 20 May 2016

20:00 Greenland U project Greenlandic Broadcasting Corporation KNR fires uranium-critical journalist Fri, 20 May 2016

09:00 India U operatingincident Union environment ministry panel asks state to examine alleged violations at Jaduguda uranium mine (India) Thu, 19 May 2016

08:00 Botswana U projectenvironmentallicensing Letlhakane uranium mine project obtains environmental approval (Botswana) Wed, 18 May 2016

13:00 Jordan U projecteconomy Jordan looking for funding of nuclear power plant and uranium mine projects Wed, 18 May 2016

08:00 Greenland U projectcorporate China General Nuclear and Cameco to cooperate on uranium exploration in Greenland Fri, 13 May 2016

20:00 Finland U projectincident Court reduces charges, fines Talvivaara bosses for environmental crimes at Sotkamo mine (Finland) Fri, 13 May 2016

20:00 Canada U E regulatory Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission issues Discussion Paper on Radioactive Waste Management and Decommissioning for comment - Comment period extended - Fri, 13 May 2016

17:00 Australia U project Sole application for a uranium exploration license in New South Wales withdrawn (Australia) Fri, 13 May 2016

17:00 Canada U projecteconomy Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment released for Wheeler River uranium deposit (Saskatchewan) Fri, 13 May 2016

10:00 India U projectprotest Locals demand stopping of drilling activities in South Khasi Hills district (Meghalaya, India) Fri, 13 May 2016

10:00 USA U regulatory CDPHE invites comment on possible regulation of uranium ore beneficiation by ablation technology (Colorado) - Comment period extended - Fri, 13 May 2016

10:00 USA U decommissioningincident Depressions indicating internal erosion identified on cover of Mexican Hat uranium mill tailings disposal cell (Utah) Thu, 12 May 2016

08:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues draft Proposed Rule on cyber security for fuel cycle facilities Wed, 11 May 2016

20:00 Australia E project Uranium enrichment not commercially viable in the next decade, Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission in South Australia finds Mon, 9 May 2016

19:00 Russia (Asian part) E operatingincident Ice-breaking on river Kan with boats and explosions prevents floodings at Zelenogorsk enrichment plant (Russia) Sat, 7 May 2016

20:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC identifies safety violation which resulted in 'unplanned' fire at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) Sat, 7 May 2016

20:00 Spain U projectprotest Protest in Madrid against Salamanca uranium mine project (Spain) Fri, 6 May 2016

08:00 USA U decommissioning Moab tailings relocation project may take until 2034 to finish, due to budget cuts (Utah) Thu, 5 May 2016

20:00 Netherlands E operatingtrade State Council dismisses appeal for stop of uranium transports to Urenco Almelo enrichment plant in view of ban on transports for speculation with uranium (Netherlands) Wed, 4 May 2016

20:00 USA U operatingindigenousincident Leakage from White Mesa uranium mill's tailings impoundments threatens water, Ute tribe (Utah) Wed, 4 May 2016

10:00 Australia U operating ERA keeps option for developing Ranger 3 Deeps alive (Australia) Wed, 4 May 2016

10:00 Australia U operatingeconomydecommissioning ERA to sell stockpiled uranium to cover cost for Ranger mine closure (Australia) Wed, 4 May 2016

10:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC issues Notice of Violation related to maintenance of fire protection systems at NFS Erwin nuclear fuel plant (Tennessee) Tue, 3 May 2016

08:00 USA D decommissioning U.S. Army seeks exemption from a timely decommissioning of DU munitions test area at Jefferson Proving Ground (Indiana) Tue, 3 May 2016

08:00 Niger U operatingworker Three-day strike at Areva's Akouta uranium mine (Niger) Tue, 3 May 2016

08:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues Draft Regulatory Guide 'Standard Format and Content for License Applications for Uranium Hexafluoride Source Material Facilities' for comment Tue, 3 May 2016

08:00 Germany U decommissioning Wismut starts installation of wicks to dewater Culmitzsch A tailings pile in order to support final cover (Germany) Sat, 30 April 2016

21:00 Australia U operatingdecommissioning Ranger mine starts relocation of tailings into Pit No. 3 (Australia) Sat, 30 April 2016

21:00 Australia U operatingenvironmental Supervising Scientist issues revised water quality objectives for creeks near Ranger uranium mine, cutting uranium standard by more than half, among others (Australia) Sat, 30 April 2016

21:00 Russia (Asian part) U operatinglicensing Mine No. 6 at Krasnokamensk obtains authorization (Russia) Sat, 30 April 2016

21:00 Sweden E operating Westinghouse expands VVER fuel production capacity at Vaesteraas (Sweden) Fri, 29 April 2016

20:00 Canada U regulatory Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission issues Discussion Paper on Radiation Protection and Dosimetry for comment - Comment period extended - Fri, 29 April 2016

20:00 Tanzania U project Russia hopes to start operation of Mkuju River uranium mine in 2018 (Tanzania) Fri, 29 April 2016

08:00 Australia U operatingdecommissioning Rio Tinto offers A$100 million loan of last resort to assure rehabilitation of Ranger uranium mine (Australia) Fri, 29 April 2016

08:00 Georgia D trade Georgia detains five suspected of selling depleted uranium Thu, 28 April 2016

15:00 Jordan Saudi Arabia U project Saudi Arabia expected to invest into uranium mining in Jordan Thu, 28 April 2016

12:00 Spain U projectlicensing National Court admits appeal against authorization for preliminary infrastructure works at Retortillo uranium mine project (Spain) Thu, 28 April 2016

09:00 India U project Indian government formulates action plan to upgrade exploration of uranium Wed, 27 April 2016

17:00 USA U decommissioning Cleanup not necessary at abandoned uranium mines in the project area of the proposed Dewey-Burdock uranium mine, EPA finds (South Dakota) Wed, 27 April 2016

15:00 USA U projectindigenousprotest Navajo Nation blocks access to Wate uranium mine project site (Arizona) Wed, 27 April 2016

14:00 Peru U projectenvironmental Environmental baseline study commissioned for Plateau Uranium Inc.'s Macusani uranium mine project (Peru) Tue, 26 April 2016

20:00 South Africa U regulatoryenvironmental South African Department of Environmental Affairs to make environmental licences automatically available Tue, 26 April 2016

09:00 USA E operatinghealthworker Occupational radiation doses of Urenco USA employees too low to meter? Tue, 26 April 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Groundwater contamination at Shiprock uranium mill tailings site likely caused from natural sources, USGS report (New Mexico) Sat, 23 April 2016

08:00 USA U operatingeconomy Cameco defers wellfield development at Crow Butte in situ leach uranium mine due to depressed uranium market (Nebraska) Fri, 22 April 2016

06:00 USA U operatingeconomy Cameco defers wellfield development at Smith Ranch / Highland in situ leach uranium mine due to depressed uranium market (Wyoming) Fri, 22 April 2016

06:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco reduces production target at McArthur River mine/Key Lake mill operation by 10% due to depressed uranium market (Saskatchewan) Fri, 22 April 2016

06:00 Canada U operatingeconomy Cameco suspends Rabbit Lake mine operation due to depressed uranium market (Saskatchewan) Fri, 22 April 2016

06:00 USA E operating Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. awarded contract for downblending of 10.4 metric tonnes of highly enriched uranium (HEU) (Tennessee) Thu, 21 April 2016

18:00 Australia U projecteconomy Positive results announced for updated Preliminary Economic Assessment on Westmoreland uranium mine project - provided uranium price more than doubles (Australia) Thu, 21 April 2016

18:00 Germany E D operatingdecommissioning Urenco Gronau still has not submitted an application for commissioning of depleted uranium oxide storage building (Germany) Thu, 21 April 2016

14:00 India U project NGOs demand cancellation of road construction project required for proposed uranium mine (Meghalaya, India) Thu, 21 April 2016

07:00 USA U projectprotest Billionaire businessmen funding opposition against permanent protection of Grand Canyon area from uranium mining (Arizona) Thu, 21 April 2016

07:00 Greenland U projectindigenous Inuit Association ICC publishes report criticising lack of citizen involvement with Kvanefjeld uranium mine project (Greenland) Wed, 20 April 2016

09:00 France E operatingincident Violation of criticality rules at FBFC Romans nuclear fuel fabrication plant (France) Tue, 19 April 2016

08:00 Canada E tradeincident Uranium trioxide transport from Blind River to Port Hope involved in traffic accident (Ontario) Mon, 18 April 2016

19:00 USA Australia E projectcorporate Majority owners to leave GE-Hitachi Global Laser Enrichment LLC (GLE) (North Carolina) Mon, 18 April 2016

08:00 Malawi U operatingenvironmentalincident Floodings at Paladin's mothballed Kayelekera uranium mine raise water contamination fears (Malawi) [UPDATE] Mon, 18 April 2016

08:00 Namibia U project Husab uranium mine operational by third quarter 2016

(Namibia) Sat, 16 April 2016

23:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Uranium concentration in groundwater at former Grand Junction uranium mill site exceeds historic maximum (Colorado) Sat, 16 April 2016

23:00 USA U operatingenvironmental Energy Fuels closes Pinenut mine for good, after increased uranium level found in soil nearby (Arizona) Fri, 15 April 2016

18:00 USA U decommissioning U.S. NRC issues Draft Long-Term Surveillance Plan for the former Bear Creek uranium mill site (Wyoming) Fri, 15 April 2016

09:00 Czech Rep. U projectprotest Mayors of four municipalities oppose Brzkov uranium mine project (Czech Republic) Fri, 15 April 2016

09:00 Spain U projectprotest 50 municipalities oppose Salamanca uranium mine project (Spain) Fri, 15 April 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioning Moab tailings relocation project to slow down because of budget cuts (Utah) Thu, 14 April 2016

18:00 China,cont'l U projecttradecorporate China plans acquisition of more foreign uranium assets and dramatic increase of domestic uranium production to 30,000 t/a by 2030 Thu, 14 April 2016

10:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues revised draft Air Permit for EZ uranium mine (Arizona) Wed, 13 April 2016

19:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues revised draft Air Permit for Canyon uranium mine (Arizona) Wed, 13 April 2016

19:00 Mongolia U projectlicensing Mining license issued for Areva's Zoovch Ovoo deposit (Mongolia) Wed, 13 April 2016

Mongolia U projectlicensing Mining license issued for Areva's Dulaan Uul deposit (Mongolia) Wed, 13 April 2016

USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing ADEQ issues revised draft Air Permit for Arizona 1 uranium mine (Arizona) Wed, 13 April 2016

19:00 Germany U decommissioning Conveyor belt failure delays completion of relocation of Wismut's Crossen waste rock pile (Germany) Tue, 12 April 2016

09:00 Canada U operatingindigenouseconomy Cameco and Areva establish legacy fund for Northern Saskatchewan communities Tue, 12 April 2016

09:00 Germany U decommissioningenvironmental Legacy Wismut waste rock pile unsafe for unlimited occupancy (Germany) Mon, 11 April 2016

14:00 Greenland U projectprotest Demonstrations at eight locations in Greenland against mining of uranium [UPDATE] Sun, 10 April 2016

09:00 USA U operating Uranerz Energy determined to win our 'Oddest Company Submission of the Year' Award? (Wyoming) Sat, 9 April 2016

20:00 Brazil U operatingenvironmental Uranium concentrations found in well water near Caetite uranium mine are of natural origin, study (Brazil) Sat, 9 April 2016

09:00 Germany France U tradeprotest Blockade in Germany of train carrying uranium ore concentrate to France Fri, 8 April 2016

13:00 Spain U decommissioningenvironmental Environmental Impact Study for decommissioning of Quercus uranium mill available for comment (Spain) Fri, 8 April 2016

10:00 France U decommissioning French Nuclear Safety Authority demands many improvements with Areva's decommissioning of old uranium mine sites Thu, 7 April 2016

17:00 France U decommissioning French Nuclear Safety Authority denounces Areva for decision to withdraw reclamation project for former Bois Noirs - Limouzat uranium mine site (Loire) Thu, 7 April 2016

17:00 France E operating French Nuclear Safety Authority demands Areva to present proposal for management of future waste arisings at Malvesi conversion plant site Thu, 7 April 2016

17:00 France E decommissioning French Nuclear Safety Authority demands Areva to present inventory of legacy wastes found at Malvesi conversion plant site Thu, 7 April 2016

17:00 Namibia U projectcorporate 'Panama Papers': Cosa Nostra financier involved in Norasa uranium mine project (Namibia) Thu, 7 April 2016

09:00 USA D decommissioningincident Range fire at Pohakuloa Training Area two miles from DU area (Hawaii) Thu, 7 April 2016

07:00 France E decommissioning French Nuclear Safety Authority, in view of possible re-classification of reprocessed uranium as a waste, orders study for disposal of reprocessed uranium (!) Wed, 6 April 2016

22:00 France D decommissioning French Nuclear Safety Authority, in view of possible re-classification of depleted uranium as a waste, orders study for disposal of depleted uranium Wed, 6 April 2016

22:00 Greenland U projecteconomy Feasibility Study update announced for Kvanefjeld rare earth - uranium project (Greenland) Wed, 6 April 2016

09:00 USA E decommissioningregulatoryhealthworker Comment period reopened on proposed changes to U.S. DOE worker compensation program Tue, 5 April 2016

19:00 Canada U projecteconomy Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for Wheeler River uranium deposit (Saskatchewan) Mon, 4 April 2016

22:00 USA D decommissioningenvironmental Study finds much lower threshold for biomass toxicity and higher than expected plant concentrations of depleted uranium from spent penetrators left in place at Yuma Proving Ground (Arizona) Sun, 3 April 2016

20:00 USA E operating U.S. inventories of highly-enriched uranium reduced by 20% Sat, 2 April 2016

21:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing Background Radiation report released for expansion of Lost Creek uranium in situ leach project (Wyoming) Sat, 2 April 2016

11:00 South Africa U project Watchdog claims poor public participation for Karoo uranium mine proposal (South Africa) Sat, 2 April 2016

11:00 France E operatingincident Violation of criticality rules at Areva's Georges Besse II centrifuge enrichment plant (France) Sat, 2 April 2016

11:00 Germany U decommissioningenvironmental No remediation in sight for high uranium concentrations in village ponds impacted by Wismut legacies (Germany) Fri, 1 April 2016

10:00 Spain U projectprotest Mayor of Retortillo resigns for lack of support in fight against Salamanca uranium mine project (Spain) Fri, 1 April 2016

10:00 Spain U projectlicensing Salamanca uranium mine project obtains water use permits (Spain) Fri, 1 April 2016

10:00 Australia Ukraine U trade Ukraine, Australia sign agreement on uranium supply Thu, 31 March 2016

19:00 Canada E operatinglicensing CNSC to hold hearing on license renewal for Port Hope conversion plant (Ontario) Wed, 30 March 2016

17:00 Australia Ukraine U trade Australian Conservation Foundation opposes Australia's plan to supply uranium to Ukraine Wed, 30 March 2016

16:00 USA E decommissioning U.S. Energy Department extends contract for cleanup of Portsmouth gaseous diffusion enrichment plant (Ohio) Wed, 30 March 2016

09:00 Spain U projectprotest Opponents of Salamanca uranium mine project plant oak tree (Spain) Sun, 27 March 2016

09:00 Netherlands E operatingincident Operation fully resumed at Urenco Almelo enrichment plant after August 2015 UF6 release (Netherlands) Sat, 26 March 2016

09:00 Germany E operatingprotest 150 Easter March participants demonstrate against Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant Fri, 25 March 2016

18:00 Romania U decommissioning Majority of former uranium mine sites in Romania still waiting for cleanup Fri, 25 March 2016

15:00 Tanzania U projecteconomy Uranium One tests feasibility of in situ leaching for exploitation of Mkuju River uranium deposit (Tanzania) Thu, 24 March 2016

21:00 USA U projectregulatory Groups seek dismissal of lawsuit aimed at ending Virginia's ban on uranium mining Thu, 24 March 2016

21:00 USA U regulatory Groups petition U.S. EPA to stop letting industry dump chemicals, waste in potential drinking water sources Wed, 23 March 2016

21:00 Japan USA E trade Japans sends some weapons-grade plutonium and highly enriched uranium to the U.S. for downblending Wed, 23 March 2016

09:00 USA E regulatory U.S. NRC issues interim staff guidance on Acute Chemical Exposures at fuel cycle facilities Wed, 23 March 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Groundwater contamination at ANC Gas Hills uranium mill tailings site extends farther than expected (Wyoming) Wed, 23 March 2016

09:00 USA U projectcorporate U.S. NRC approves sale of Churchrock and Crownpoint uranium in situ leach projects to Laramide Resources (New Mexico) Tue, 22 March 2016

08:00 USA D decommissioninglicensing U.S. NRC issues Possession License to U.S. Army for depleted uranium from Davy Crockett M101 Spotting Rounds dispersed at multiple installations - no cleanup planned Tue, 22 March 2016

08:00 Greenland Denmark U project Hearing confirms criticism of uranium mining in Greenland and need for referendum, NGOs conclude (Denmark) Sun, 20 March 2016

08:00 South Africa U operatingenvironmental Indian-owned Dominion gold/uranium mine accused of environmental pollution (South Africa) Sat, 19 March 2016

16:00 Czech Rep. U project Communities and residents demand participation in process for delineation of areas reserved for mineral development at Brzkov (Czech Republic) Sat, 19 March 2016

12:00 France E operatingincident Hydrogen fluoride release at Areva's Pierrelatte conversion plant (France) Sat, 19 March 2016

09:00 USA E operatingincident Violation of criticality rules at GNF Wilmington nuclear fuel plant (North Carolina) Thu, 17 March 2016

08:00 Kazakhstan U operatingcorporate Kazakhstan may reclaim some uranium mining assets from Joint Ventures with foreign companies Tue, 15 March 2016

18:00 South Africa U decommissioninghealth WHO tests hair samples from residents living near gold/uranium mill tailings dumps for uranium (South Africa) Tue, 15 March 2016

18:00 Spain U project Infrastructure development commences at Salamanca uranium mine project (Spain) Tue, 15 March 2016

09:00 USA U decommissioningenvironmental Aggressive trees (!) and wild hogs (!!) attacking Falls City uranium mill tailings deposit integrity (Texas) Sat, 12 March 2016

20:00 USA U operatinghealth Cameco study claims solubility type classification of yellow cake from in situ leaching is 100% 'fast' (Wyoming) [UPDATE] Sat, 12 March 2016

16:00 France E operatingincident Deformed cylinder valve found at UF6 cylinder at Areva Tricastin site (France) [UPDATE] Sat, 12 March 2016

16:00 South Africa U regulatory South Africa's Environment Department considers radiation assessments for Environmental Impact Assessments of uranium mines 'unnecessary' Fri, 11 March 2016

16:00 South Africa U projectenvironmentallicensing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report and Environmental Management Programme (EMP) document for Karoo uranium mining project open for public comment (South Africa) Fri, 11 March 2016

15:00 South Africa U project Residents divided over Karoo uranium mine proposal (South Africa) Fri, 11 March 2016

10:00 Tanzania U projecteconomy Uranium One holding off on building Mkuju River uranium mine, until uranium price improves (Tanzania) Wed, 9 March 2016

08:00 Australia U operating Ranger uranium mine's Pit 1 capped as part of ongoing site rehabilitation (Australia) Wed, 9 March 2016

08:00 Netherlands E operatingincident Enrichment Technology Netherlands will be fined 50,000 Euros after 2013 accident as a result of which two people died Wed, 9 March 2016

08:00 USA U operating U.S. NRC issues temporary exemption from financial assurance requirements for Cameco's Smith Ranch-Highland in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Tue, 8 March 2016

08:00 USA U operatingenvironmentallicensing U.S. NRC invites comment for scoping process of supplemental environmental impact statement for Kendrick Expansion Area of Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Tue, 8 March 2016

08:00 Mongolia U projectcorporate Khan Resources Inc. and Mongolia reach settlement on dispute over expropriation of Dornod uranium deposit [UPDATE] Mon, 7 March 2016

14:00 Canada U regulatory Groups slam Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for acting like nuclear lobby organization rather than independent regulator Sat, 5 March 2016

10:00 Canada U E regulatory CNSC asks licensees to improve reporting of unplanned events (Canada) Sat, 5 March 2016

10:00 Canada U E regulatory CNSC invites comment on draft standard 'Establishing and implementing action levels to control releases to the environment from nuclear facilities' (Canada) Sat, 5 March 2016

10:00 Canada USA U E operatingdecommissioningregulatory Groups want governments to better track radioactive substances in Great Lakes (Canada/USA) Fri, 4 March 2016

13:00 USA U projectenvironmentallicensing USGS presents assessment of baseline conditions at site of proposed Canyon uranium mine (Arizona) Fri, 4 March 2016

13:00 Germany E operatingtrade State discloses list of uranium hexafluoride transports to and from Urenco's Gronau enrichment plant in 2015 (Germany) Thu, 3 March 2016

09:00 Germany E operatingprotest Resolution signed by 185 initiatives demands shutdown of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel fabrication plant (Germany) Thu, 3 March 2016

09:00 Australia U projecteconomy Feasibility Study commissioned for Mulga Rock mine project (Western Australia) Thu, 3 March 2016

07:00 Mongolia U project Khan Resources Inc. asks Canadian government to stop Mongolian aid pending settlement for expropriation of Dornod uranium deposit Thu, 3 March 2016

07:00 USA D decommissioninglicensing Company asks state to suspend review process for depleted uranium disposal at Clive landfill site (Utah) Wed, 2 March 2016

09:00 USA E decommissioningincident Lookheed Martin agrees to tentative US$ 5 million settlement over Paducah Diffusion Plant violations (Kentucky) Tue, 1 March 2016

13:00 Namibia U operatinghealthworker Health study underway on Roessing uranium miners (Namibia) Mon, 29 February 2016

07:00 USA U projectlicensing U.S. NRC announces opportunity to request a hearing on license for Kendrick Expansion Area of Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Sat, 27 February 2016

13:00 Germany U decommissioning Reclamation of Wismut's largest tailings pile Culmitzsch won't be completed before 2028 (Germany) Fri, 26 February 2016

13:00 Spain U project European Commission reminds Spain to keep an eye on the decommissioning provisions for proposed Salamanca uranium mine, questions project's economic feasibility Fri, 26 February 2016

13:00 USA U project African uranium ores to be tested in the U.S. for application of ablation technology Thu, 25 February 2016

08:00 Poland U project Uranium exploration in Southwestern Poland stopped (?) - [UPDATE] Wed, 24 February 2016

16:00 USA U projectlicensing Utah DEQ issues Scoping Request on license renewal for idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill Wed, 24 February 2016

10:20 Kyrgyzstan Kazakhstan U operatingtrade Kara-Balta mill stopped operations due to lack of ore supply from Kazakhstan (Kyrgyzstan) Mon, 22 February 2016

07:30 USA E project Lead cascade of American Centrifuge Plant shut down (Ohio) Sat, 20 February 2016

08:30 Australia U operatingenvironmental Supervising Scientist proposes lower operational limit for the water 226Ra activity concentration downstream of Ranger mine (Australia) Sat, 20 February 2016

08:30 Russia (Asian part) E D operating Angarsk uranium enrichment plant re-enriching depleted uranium tails (Russia) [UPDATE] Sat, 13 February 2016

17:20 Canada U regulatoryindigenous CNSC issues regulations for Aboriginal Engagement (Canada) Fri, 12 February 2016

19:00 Portugal U decommissioninghealthworker Families of Portuguese uranium miners who died from occupational cancers finally to receive compensation Fri, 12 February 2016

18:20 Australia U operatingincident ERA won't face charges for 2013 bursting leach tank spill at Ranger uranium mine (Australia) Fri, 12 February 2016

07:50 USA E project U.S. budget proposes scrapping MOX fuel fabrication plant project (South Carolina) Wed, 10 February 2016

10:40 USA E decommissioning U.S. NRC releases groundwater decommissioning plan for former Kerr-McGee Cimarron nuclear fuel plant (Oklahoma) Wed, 10 February 2016

10:40 Namibia U projectenvironmentalprotest Farmers demonstrate against groundwater abstraction for uranium mines (Namibia) Mon, 8 February 2016

07:50 Canada E operatingincident Small fluorine gas release in Cameco Port Hope UF6 plant (Ontario) Sat, 6 February 2016

11:20 Czech Rep. U decommissioningeconomy Further delay for reclamation of Mydlovary tailings ponds due to lack of funding (Czech Republic) Sat, 6 February 2016

11:20 USA U operatinglicensing U.S. NRC authorizes operation of on-site elution plant at Nichols Ranch ISL uranium mine Sat, 6 February 2016

11:20 India U project UCIL proposes uranium recovery from copper tailings in Jharkhand (India) Fri, 5 February 2016

08:30 India U operating Expansion of tailings pond at Jaduguda uranium mine (Jharkhand, India) Fri, 5 February 2016

08:30 India U operatinglicensing Expansion of Turamdih uranium mill tailings pond approved (Jharkhand, India) Fri, 5 February 2016

08:30 Mauritania U projectcorporate Energy China to become partner in development of Tiris uranium project (Mauritania) Thu, 4 February 2016

08:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC identifies safety violation at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) Thu, 4 February 2016

08:00 South Africa U operatingincidenthealthworker Fatal accident at Cooke gold/uranium mine (South Africa) Wed, 3 February 2016

09:30 South Africa U operatingincidentworker Two workers involved in illegal mining activities trapped in Cooke gold/uranium mine (South Africa) Wed, 3 February 2016

09:30 USA U projectcorporatelicensing Utah state regulator transfers expired (!) license for idle Shootaring Canyon uranium mill from Uranium One to Anfield Resources Wed, 3 February 2016

09:30 Germany E operatingprotest Blockade of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Mon, 1 February 2016

11:00 Germany E operatingprotest Demonstration for closure of Areva's Lingen nuclear fuel plant (Germany) Mon, 1 February 2016

11:00 South Africa U decommissioninghealth Radiological hazards from gold mine tailings in the Province of Gauteng pose significant health risk, study finds (South Africa) Mon, 1 February 2016

10:30 USA U decommissioningindigenousprotest Indigenous protest in Washington, D.C., against toxic threat from 15,000 abandoned uranium mines in the U.S. Sat, 30 January 2016

14:30 USA U decommissioning Improved active groundwater remediation replaced failed natural attenuation scheme at former Monticello uranium mill tailings site (Utah) Sat, 30 January 2016

14:30 Czech Rep. U operating Czech government approves closure of Rozna uranium mine until 2017 Wed, 27 January 2016

12:30 Niger U projectlicensing Mining Permit issued for Madaouela uranium mine project (Niger) Wed, 27 January 2016

09:00 SCIENCE D Depleted uranium catalyst could help to produce hydrogen from water for sustainable energy storage Tue, 26 January 2016

14:20 Peru U projecteconomy Positive Updated Preliminary Economic Assessment announced for Plateau Uranium Inc.'s uranium deposits in Peru Mon, 25 January 2016

21:20 United Kingdom Netherlands Germany E operatingcorporate Privatization of Urenco failed for the time being Sat, 23 January 2016

09:30 USA U decommissioning Moab tailings relocation project reaches halfway mark (Utah) Fri, 22 January 2016

17:30 Denmark Greenland U regulatorytrade Denmark and Greenland agree on uranium export deal Wed, 20 January 2016

10:30 Niger U operatingenvironmental Crust formation on surface of Akouta uranium mill tailings limits hazards, study claims (Niger) Tue, 19 January 2016

08:50 South Africa U decommissioningenvironmentalhealth Study measures uranium and thorium uptake by medicinal plants growing near abandoned tailings pile of Princess gold mine (South Africa) Tue, 19 January 2016

08:50 Germany U decommissioningprotest Reclamation of waste rock pile in Johanngeorgenstadt suspended due to local opposition (Germany) Tue, 19 January 2016

07:40 France E operatinghealthworker Study finds increased incidence of pleural cancer among French uranium enrichment workers Mon, 18 January 2016

18:30 Serbia Bosnia and Herzegovina D health Study finds no increase in general mortality or in cancer mortality of Italian veterans deployed in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo Mon, 18 January 2016

18:30 Poland U projectprotest Mayors of Czech bordering area sign declaration against planned uranium exploration in Southwestern Poland Sat, 16 January 2016

20:50 Namibia U projectenvironmental Farmers affected by groundwater abstraction for construction of Husab uranium mine (Namibia) Fri, 15 January 2016

09:20 USA U projectregulatory Company appeals judge's decision to uphold Virginia's ban on uranium mining Thu, 14 January 2016

21:00 USA D decommissioning U.S. Army, going ahead with plan to leave mess at DU munitions test area of Jefferson Proving Ground, withdraws application for decommissioning (Indiana) Wed, 13 January 2016

09:00 Canada E operatingtradeincident Tractor-trailer carrying Australian yellowcake to Blind River (Ontario) refinery rolls over on Saskatchewan highway, spilling part of its load Tue, 12 January 2016

09:00 USA U operatingincident U.S. NRC cites four license violations at Lost Creek in situ leach mine (Wyoming) Tue, 12 January 2016

09:00 Czech Rep. U decommissioning Underground laboratory for spent nuclear fuel repository under construction at Rozna uranium mine (Czech Republic) Sat, 9 January 2016

10:00 United Kingdom D decommissioning UK Government releases studies on geological disposal of depleted uranium Sat, 9 January 2016

10:00 Canada U operatinglicensing Areva to request increase of licensed annual production limit for McClean Lake mill to cover planned production rise from Cameco's Cigar Lake mine (Saskatchewan) Thu, 7 January 2016

09:10 USA U operating First delivery from Ross in situ leach uranium mine (Wyoming) Tue, 5 January 2016

09:00 USA E operatingincident U.S. NRC identifies two violations of criticality safety procedures at BWXT Lynchburg nuclear fuel plant (Virginia) Tue, 5 January 2016