Fuel Cycle

The fuel cycle in nuclear energy is the process of producing, using, and managing nuclear fuel. It begins with mining uranium, which is processed into fuel for reactors. After it’s used in a reactor, the spent fuel contains still-valuable materials and radioactive waste. This waste can be reprocessed to recover usable materials or managed through storage and disposal. The cycle includes activities like enrichment, fabrication, use in reactors, reprocessing, and waste management, aiming to efficiently extract energy while ensuring safety and environmental protection throughout all stages.