Major global powers are accelerating plans to deploy small, advanced nuclear reactors on the Moon, marking a new frontier in space exploration and energy independence. These reactors, designed to be compact and radiation-hardened, aim to provide a stable power source for lunar bases and future missions, reducing reliance on solar energy. Governments and private aerospace firms are collaborating on technologies that could enable long-term human presence beyond Earth. The push reflects both scientific ambition and strategic competition in the emerging space economy.
Superpowers Race to Put Nuclear Reactors on the Moon The New York Times
