Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility (MOX)

A Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility (MOX) is a plant that produces a special type of nuclear fuel by blending plutonium with uranium. This fuel is used in nuclear reactors to generate electricity. The process helps recycle plutonium from dismantled nuclear weapons or spent nuclear fuel, reducing nuclear waste and enhancing energy security. The resulting MOX fuel functions similarly to conventional uranium fuel but contains a mixture of both materials, providing an alternative approach to managing nuclear materials responsibly while supporting energy needs.