Russia's Nuclear Moon Plan: Powering Lunar Bases
Update: 2025-12-24
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Russia plans to build a nuclear power plant on the moon by 2036, marking a significant step towards permanent lunar bases. This project, involving Roscosmos, Lavochkin Association, Rosatom, and the Kurchatov Institute, aims to provide energy for rovers, observatories, and station infrastructure. The move underscores the moons vital role in stabilizing Earths climate and driving ocean tides. NASA is also racing ahead with plans to land a nuclear reactor on the moon by early 2030s, setting the stage for a lunar gold rush with potential riches like helium-three and rare earth metals.
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