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Lightbridge Corp is a United States-based nuclear fuel technology company. The business activity of the firm is functioned through Nuclear Fuel Technology segment. The Nuclear Fuel Technology segment develops next generation nuclear fuel technology that increases the power output of commercial reactors and reduces the cost of generating electricity. Geographically, its operations are functioned through the region of Unites States.

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After experiencing a significant surge on Wednesday, NuScale Power Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>) stock is trading lower, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">down over 5% on Thursday.</a>
Yesterday, nuclear stocks soared following Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Web Services (AWS) announced a plan to invest over $500 million in nuclear power.
AWS, Amazon&#8217;s cloud computing subsidiary, has signed three agreements to support nuclear energy development, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41362462/why-is-nano-nuclear-energy-stock-gaining-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">including building Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).</a>
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This includes a deal with Energy Northwest for four SMRs generating up to 960 MW and a partnership&nbsp;Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>)&nbsp;to explore additional projects in Virginia.
The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp500-nasdaq-live-10-16-2024/card/nuclear-energy-stocks-surge-after-amazon-extends-recent-frenzy-UOw6Z1uJYko1pvGmtwsY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> that the e-commerce giant also invested in X-energy, an SMR company involved in the Washington reactors, as part of a multi-million funding round that included Citadel CEO Ken Griffin and private-equity firm Ares Management.
Major nuclear stocks that soared following the deal are NuScale Power, Oklo Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>), and Lightbridge Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>).
The deal is important as nuclear reactors produce no carbon emissions, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/16/amazon-goes-nuclear-investing-more-than-500-million-to-develop-small-module-reactors.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">per</a> a CNBC report.
In fact, the Biden administration has invested billions in clean energy production. In conjunction with this AWS announcement, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm stated that $900 million in new funding is now available for those aiming to deploy additional SMRs, CNBC added.
The Wall Street Journal added that the reactors are not expected to be delivered until between 2030 and 2035.
On Monday, Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) announced its support for constructing seven SMRs from the startup Kairos Power in a pioneering agreement.
As the market reacts to these developments, investors will closely monitor how the nuclear sector evolves in response to increased support and funding from major tech companies.
Craig-Hallum analyst Eric Stine maintains NuScale with a Buy and raises the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SMR/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from&nbsp;$16&nbsp;to&nbsp;$21.</a> According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, SMR stock has gained over 220% in the past year.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Themes ETF Trust Themes Uranium &amp; Nuclear ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URAN#BATS">URAN</a>).
Price Action: SMR shares are trading lower by 3.12% to $18.48 at last check Thursday.
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Shares of nuclear-linked stocks are trading higher after Amazon Web Services announced plans to invest over $500 million in nuclear power.

Nuclear stocks including Oklo Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), NuScale Power Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>), Nano Nuclear Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) and Lightbridge Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) are moving higher in early trading Wednesday after Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Web Services (AWS) announced plans to invest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nuclear-energy">over $500 million in nuclear power</a>.
What Happened: AWS, Amazon&#8217;s cloud computing subsidiary, said it signed three new agreements on Wednesday to support the development of nuclear energy projects, including the construction of several new Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). 
Amazon inked a deal with Energy Northwest in Washington to build four advanced SMRs. The reactors are expected to generate approximately 320 MW of capacity in the first phase of the project, with the option to increase to 960 MW in total.
The tech giant also invested in X-energy. Amazon said it plans to use the company&#8217;s advanced nuclear reactor design&nbsp;in the Energy Northwest project. The investment includes manufacturing capacity to develop the SMR equipment to support more than five gigawatts of new nuclear energy projects.
Amazon also signed an agreement with Dominion Energy in Virginia to explore the development of an SMR project near Dominion's North Anna nuclear power station. The project would bring at least 300 MW of power to the Virginia region.
&#8220;Nuclear is a safe source of carbon-free energy that can help power our operations and meet the growing demands of our customers, while helping us progress toward our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theclimatepledge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Climate Pledge</a>&nbsp;commitment to be net-zero carbon across our operations by 2040,&#8221; said Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services. 
&#8220;One of the fastest ways to address climate change is by transitioning our society to carbon-free energy sources, and nuclear energy is both carbon-free and able to scale—which is why it's an important area of investment for Amazon.&#8221;
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Amazon is the latest big tech company to make a push into nuclear as tech giants increasingly turn to nuclear to meet the rising energy demands of data centers related to the&nbsp;AI&nbsp;boom. 
Google on Monday announced a deal to purchase power from a fleet of&nbsp;SMRs from Kairos Power. The first reactor is expected to be online by 2030, with more reactors anticipated through 2035.
NuScale is a provider of advanced SMR nuclear technology. Oklo is developing fast fission power plants to provide clean, reliable and affordable energy at scale. Nano Nuclear is an early-stage nuclear energy company. Lightbridge is focused on developing advanced nuclear fuel technology.
OKLO, NU, LTBR Price Action: At publication time, Oklo shares were up 27.6% at $14.86, NuScale shares were up 8.81% $14.82, Nano Nuclear shares were up 5.01% at $16.34 and Lightbridge shares were up 11.7% at $4.01, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Lightbridge (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.17) per share. This is a 21.43 percent decrease over losses of $(0.14) per share from the same period last year.

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Lightbridge Q2 EPS $(0.17) Down From $(0.14) YoY

Lightbridge (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.21) per share. This is a 23.53 percent decrease over losses of $(0.17) per share from the same period last year.

Lightbridge Q1 EPS $(0.21) Down From $(0.17) YoY

Lightbridge Corporation ("Lightbridge") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, today announced that Ambassador Thomas Graham, Jr. will be retiring as Executive Chairman and director of Lightbridge effective as of the upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Ambassador Graham has been appointed Chairman Emeritus. &nbsp;
"I am honored to accept the appointment as Chairman Emeritus of Lightbridge," said Ambassador Graham. "Throughout my tenure as Chairman, I have been continually inspired by our team's dedication and innovation in the pursuit of advancing nuclear fuel technology. I am excited to continue contributing to Lightbridge's mission in this new capacity. The journey we are on is critical for the future of clean, sustainable, and secure energy worldwide. I am grateful for the opportunity to remain part of this incredible team and look forward to supporting Lightbridge's growth and success."
Seth Grae, President &amp; Chief Executive Officer of Lightbridge, commented, "We are grateful for Tom's extraordinary service as Chairman of Lightbridge. As he transitions to the role of Chairman Emeritus, we look forward to continuing to benefit from his wisdom and guidance. Tom's legacy is not only etched in the history of global arms control and non-proliferation but also deeply interwoven with the strides we've made in advancing nuclear energy. On behalf of everyone at Lightbridge, I extend our heartfelt thanks for his dedication and congratulate him on this well-deserved appointment."
Ambassador Thomas Graham Jr. boasts a distinguished career spanning several decades in the realm of arms control and non-proliferation, serving in pivotal roles within the U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency from 1970 to 1997. Throughout his tenure, he was instrumental in every major arms control and non-proliferation negotiation the United States participated in, including the SALT I, SALT II, and START negotiations, alongside discussions on test bans, conventional armed forces in Europe, and chemical and biological weapons. Notably, he played a critical role in the successful conclusion of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty negotiations in 1996.
Appointed by President Clinton as Special Representative of the President for Arms Control, Non-Proliferation, and Disarmament in 1994, Graham led the successful U.S. efforts to indefinitely extend the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in Force. His expertise was also sought internationally, as evidenced by his advisory role in the United Arab Emirates' peaceful nuclear energy program from 2009 to 2016, aimed at upholding the highest standards of safety, security, non-proliferation, and sustainability.
An esteemed educator, Ambassador Graham has lectured at prestigious institutions, including Stanford University, the University of Virginia, and Georgetown University, and is an accomplished author of 13 books on arms control and nuclear power. His academic background includes an A.B. from Princeton University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. His contributions to diplomacy and arms control have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Trainor Award for Distinction in Diplomacy from Georgetown University and the World Order under Law Award from the American Bar Association. From 2019 to 2024, he served as Co-chairman of the Nuclear Energy and National Security Coalition, further highlighting his ongoing influence in the field.

Management

Ambassador Thomas Graham, Jr. Will Be Retiring As Executive Chairman And Director Of Lightbridge Effective As Of The Upcoming Annual Meeting Of Shareholders

Financial Highlights
Working capital was $28.3 million at December 31, 2023, versus $28.7 million at December 31, 2022.
Cash Flows Summary
Cash and cash equivalents were $28.6 million, as compared to $28.9 million at December 31, 2022, a decrease of $0.3 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, consisting of the following:
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<li>Cash used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $6.5 million, a decrease of $0.2 million, compared to $6.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. The decrease was primarily due to changes in net operating assets and liabilities, which were driven by an increase in prepaid assets of $0.2 million, offset by an increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities of $0.4 million. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2023, was $6.2 million, a decrease of $4.7 million, compared to $10.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. This decrease was due to a decrease in the net proceeds received from the issuance of common stock under our at-the-market (ATM) facility in fiscal year 2023 and an increase in net share settlement of equity awards. &nbsp;</li>
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Balance Sheet Summary
Total assets were $29.4 million and total liabilities were $0.5 million at December 31, 2023.
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<li>Stockholders' equity was $28.9 million at December 31, 2023, as compared to $29.1 million at December 31, 2022. &nbsp;</li>
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Operations Summary
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<li>General and administrative expenses amounted to $7.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $7.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. The decrease of $0.4 million was primarily due to a decrease in employee compensation and employee benefits of $0.4 million, due to the increase in the time allocation percentage of G&amp;A labor costs to research and development expenses, a decrease in consulting expenses of $0.1 million, decrease in insurance expense of $0.1 million, decrease in dues and subscriptions of $0.1 million, and a decrease in promotion expenses of $0.1 million, offset by an increase in stock-based compensation of $0.4 million, which was due to the partial vesting of restricted stock awards granted in 2022. Total stock-based compensation included in general and administrative expenses was $1.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.</li>
<li>Lightbridge's total research and development expenses amounted to $1.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, an increase of $1.2 million. This increase was primarily due to the increase in R&amp;D activities related to the development of our fuel. This increase primarily consisted of an increase in INL project labor costs of $0.8 million, an increase in allocated employee compensation and employee benefits of $0.4 million, an increase in consulting expenses of $0.1 million, an increase in travel expenses of $0.1 million and an increase in stock-based compensation expenses of $0.1 million. This increase was offset by a decrease of $0.3 million primarily related to the Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear (GAIN) voucher work recorded as research and development expenses in 2022 that was completed in the first quarter of 2023.</li>
<li>Total other operating income was zero for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $0.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. This $0.4 million decrease was due to the GAIN voucher project that was completed in the first quarter of 2023.</li>
<li>Total other income was $1.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to other income of $0.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, an increase of $0.8 million. The increase in other income was due to an increase in interest income earned from the purchase of treasury bills and from our bank savings account.</li>
<li>Net loss was $7.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $7.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.</li>
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Lightbridge FY23 EPS $(0.65) Vs $(0.69) YoY

To Our Valued Shareholders,
I am pleased to present an overview of Lightbridge's progress in 2023, a brief description of a standard framework for keeping track of progress on nuclear fuel development efforts that we are adopting going forward, and key upcoming fuel development milestones that we expect to accomplish over the next 2-3 years. I will also summarize key highlights from COP28, which I attended.
Key Milestones and Achievements in 2023
Strengthening our Leadership Team: We welcomed Sherri Goodman and Dr. Scott Holcombe to our team. Ms. Goodman, a recognized national security expert, joined Lightbridge as an independent director, bringing invaluable insights into the intersection of energy and national security. As our new Vice President of Engineering, Dr. Holcombe brings extensive expertise in nuclear fuel and materials development and management of interdisciplinary teams of engineers and subject matter experts, further bolstering our nuclear fuel technology leadership.
Agreement with Centrus Energy: We announced an agreement with Centrus Energy to conduct a front-end engineering and design (FEED) study for a Lightbridge Pilot Fuel Fabrication Facility (LPFFF) in Piketon, Ohio. Centrus hosts the only U.S.-based production facility for high assay low enriched uranium (HALEU), partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on the site. The key objective of the FEED study is to determine the scope of work, cost and schedule estimates, and identify key risk factors for establishing an LPFFF. The results from this study will form the basis for a decision on the way forward for establishing an LPFFF for manufacture of commercial-size fuel rods for demonstrating and licensing Lightbridge Fuel in commercial reactors. The LPFFF could potentially be expanded to a full commercial-scale facility.
Engineering Study for CANDU Reactors: We announced an agreement with Institutul de Cercetări Nucleare Pitești, a subsidiary of Regia Autonoma Tehnologii pentru Energia Nucleara (RATEN ICN), to perform an engineering study to assess the compatibility and suitability of Lightbridge Fuel for use in CANDU reactors. Key areas for assessment include mechanical design, neutronics analysis, and thermal-hydraulic evaluations. The study will identify any critical parameters for further evaluation and design. The findings will guide future economic evaluations and support navigating potential regulatory-licensing-related issues. Due to the unique design and operating conditions of CANDU reactors, we believe this type of reactor may offer an opportunity for faster time to market.
Collaborative Research and Development Initiatives: We announced a research study with Texas A&amp;M University, NuScale Power, and Structural Integrity Associates as part of the DOE Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP) R&amp;D Awards. This project focuses on thermal-hydraulic modeling and testing and aims to increase the understanding of the overall performance of Lightbridge Fuel under simulated normal and off-normal conditions in NuScale's SMR. This follows a similarly structured NEUP study with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology announced in 2022 that focuses on neutronics modeling and safety evaluation of Lightbridge Fuel in a NuScale SMR.
Enhanced Plutonium Disposition: We announced that a recently published peer-reviewed technical <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=8qhMmSj4TRzu9HP_Ucw3WyBWM5S-svOy4h0PlbEO7Tp_UrBmVoVpatJBD3tJKU5rR_AObDY7_43D1Sgmpj9q--sUcj4ssQuAQpgPtWhMe-R-LlBOpDjdypN0Czy--BC3">paper</a>1 on the disposition of weapons-grade plutonium revealed that, based on computer simulations, a Lightbridge-designed fuel rod significantly outperforms traditional mixed-oxide (MOX) fuel in consuming plutonium, consuming approximately 5.5 times more plutonium per fuel rod than MOX fuel, making the Lightbridge-designed rods well-suited for consuming excess weapons-grade plutonium.
Technology Readiness Level Framework
Lightbridge is adopting the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) system to illustrate the progress of its fuel development efforts. The TRL system, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=bUJwHRSUUI-slbJbNhRTp717Zlqu7FRac1spC-z-MUes9f8Bn668xjGNRD45C3ujc3qmx_RjN2qgFqVy6kVmNC_B5oilPKK-t_7g83qwEstH7YNrtFiCjGjXoqFUVqViTUCQFv7SxpP_br3TR5XCkU8anIX6OjFspvnK6KuUvKTX9geXAVwMmgMjRGJjBTQtTlSJsuAKBvHpYEB2WmeCPbMwRpVyrJ4T1zKTqVs66l_3PLbsiNx9NFYRI-OL-5TglEd2iswHkfDrIxVgtMn8yePlVZKA8_IchPRtF944jR_9Kr-GBTJLDHAoDB43idTVY0hjGL4-Y14BVH1hHOixD2qzgGzvVV_67LheRtUNmlpeHe3vFAdKD7SoZUXbPemph1d3TlS2PpB5jfy6msR1MHbZowW8b1M_0DBZ4_h6JB9A0KEu4cfDwl8DN4HpMuPgwNK5asS69-9HqbQb9cj5cmwePEXedxT4rA6tMhzX0-uibwdQUp4p8CV_jmvt3rUvgE0NhS9x3Duo14ZhdQOmSGmzA64Xw0JKsFLqNM9De-TydZaKdKEdIBdjIGKhgpj3hEVNTIy13nXM2MvBUL0weXTCy8kgFUjsu1TI7GgPQ0Y2l1FxsD9iTcfp92h6xImKzmWz50jL9G_g4ZBwAab8t-t4o3BzYa2rGi3uMY7GdIxcJUecg2CB30H2bHVN1tSGSVfP1duvxfDiFiHiQHJS8w==">originally developed by NASA</a>2 and widely recognized across various industries, including the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency, provides a standardized framework for assessing and communicating the maturity of a particular technology. This framework encompasses a scale from 1 to 9, with TRL 1 representing the initial concept or theoretical stage, and TRL 9 denoting a technology that has been proven in its operational environment. Utilizing the TRL system allows Lightbridge to map the development of its nuclear fuel technology against a clear, standardized metric, enabling stakeholders to gauge progress in a structured and transparent manner.
Currently, Lightbridge Fuel is positioned at TRL 4-5, indicating a significant phase in our development process. At this stage, Lightbridge Fuel has moved beyond theoretical research (TRL 1-3) and entered into the realm of validation in a laboratory environment (TRL 4) and initiation of validation in representative operating conditions (TRL 5). This signifies that the core principles underlying Lightbridge Fuel have been successfully demonstrated through calculations, in a number of laboratory experiments, and in test reactor proof-of-concept experiments, where our efforts are now focused on verifying the technology's performance under conditions that closely simulate operational scenarios. This is a pivotal transition from conceptual designs and laboratory tests to in-reactor testing in representative and actual conditions the fuel will experience in commercial reactors. This phase is critical for demonstrating our fuel's design, materials, performance, and for identifying any potential challenges, allowing for adjustments and enhancements before advancing to system prototype demonstration in operational environments (TRL 6-7). Achieving TRL 4-5 is an important milestone which validates the Lightbridge Fuel design thus far and sets the stage for subsequent development steps, moving us closer to commercialization and widespread adoption of our advanced nuclear fuel (TRL 8-9).
Key Upcoming Fuel Development Milestones Anticipated over the Next 2-3 Years
Applying the TRL framework to the upcoming fuel development milestones illustrates how each goal aligns with different TRL levels:
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<li>Expand our fuel development team to build in-house modeling and simulation capabilities in neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, fuel performance, and transient analyses (supports TRL levels 4-9);</li>
<li>Continue to execute our ongoing work at Idaho National Laboratory leading to casting and extrusion of unclad fuel material samples using enriched uranium and their subsequent insertion for irradiation testing in the Advanced Test Reactor (supports late stages of TRL level 4; the experimental data would feed into model development and validation described above);</li>
<li>Complete the Engineering Study for the use of Lightbridge Fuel in CANDU reactors in collaboration with RATEN ICN (this corresponds to activities pre-TRL level 4 to confirm feasibility of using Lightbridge Fuel in another type of reactor, i.e., CANDU pressurized heavy water reactor);</li>
<li>Complete the FEED study for an LPFFF in collaboration with Centrus Energy (supports TRL levels 5-8); and</li>
<li>Commence manufacturing efforts relating to co-extrusion of cladded rodlets for loop irradiation testing (supports late stages of TRL level 4 and TRL levels 5-7). &nbsp;</li>
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COP28 Takeaways and Tripling Nuclear Capacity by 2050
Significantly, for the first time, at COP28 nuclear energy was recognized alongside other clean energy sectors in the negotiations' final statement, marking the broader acceptance of nuclear as a key component of the global decarbonization strategy. The conference was a confluence of government officials, industry leaders, and environmental activists, each bringing their perspectives to the table.
COP28 served as a platform for announcing a significant commitment by the United States and over 20 other nations to triple nuclear energy globally by 2050. To meet this highly ambitious commitment of tripling nuclear power by 2050 assumes maintaining the operation of the current roughly 400 large nuclear reactors worldwide—93 of which are in the United States. Additionally, it necessitates the construction of approximately 800 more large reactors, which would signify an unprecedented expansion in nuclear power infrastructure. If the focus shifts towards small modular reactors, the numbers required could soar into the thousands, potentially exceeding 10,000 units, depending on their capacity.
As the nuclear sector gears up for an unprecedented expansion, we believe the demand for more efficient, safer, and economically viable nuclear fuel technology will surge, positioning Lightbridge Fuel as an important player in this growing nuclear capacity and its massive addressable market. Lightbridge Fuel's anticipated benefits, such as enhanced safety, improved performance, economic benefits due to power uprate and fuel cycle extension features, and load following opportunities can offer an attractive fuel technology option to existing and future water-cooled reactors.
Conclusion
We are focused on further advancing our technologies, expanding our market presence, and continuing our collaborations with industry and academic partners. Our ongoing research and development efforts and strong intellectual property portfolio position us favorably in an industry set to expand dramatically throughout the world.
I want to thank our shareholders, employees, partners, and vendors for your continued support. We will keep you apprised of our progress and key developments.
Very truly yours,
Seth Grae President and Chief Executive Officer Lightbridge Corporation

Lightbridge CEO Seth Grae Issues Update Letter To Shareholders

Lightbridge shares are trading higher after the company announced it entered into a contract with Centrus Energy to conduct a FEED study for a Lightbridge Pilot Fuel Fabrication Facility.

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Lightbridge Enter Into A Contract With Centrus Energy To Conduct A FEED Study For A Lightbridge Pilot Fuel Fabrication Facility In Piketon, Ohio

Lightbridge (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.15) per share. This is a 16.67 percent increase over losses of $(0.18) per share from the same period last year.

Lightbridge Q3 EPS $(0.15) Up From $(0.18) YoY

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Earnings Scheduled For October 30, 2023

Lightbridge (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.14) per share. This is unchanged from the same period last year.

Lightbridge Q2 EPS $(0.14), Same YoY

&nbsp;<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=dYEts-RqW5WbsV8RuUhfylX8r0p3Uuen8_qbbD9icpp4Bih7xhZGYl739SgdeTX9sh20QVvcbtl1PEwAxU3lVDFMAuW4l-3e6lE3hxzgxi4=" target="_blank">Lightbridge Corporation</a>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, today announced that Texas A&amp;M University (&quot;TAMU&quot;) has been awarded approximately&nbsp;$1,000,000&nbsp;by the U.S. Department of Energy&#39;s (&quot;DOE&quot;) Nuclear Energy University Program R&amp;D Awards to study the deployment of advanced nuclear fuels in Small Modular Reactors. The project will be conducted over three years and will be funded in its entirety by the DOE, with the goal of bringing collaborative teams together to solve complex problems to advance nuclear technology and understanding. The study will consist of a comprehensive characterization of the performance of Lightbridge Fuel&trade; inside a small modular reactor (&quot;SMR&quot;) designed by industry leader NuScale Power (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>). Structural Integrity Associates (&quot;SI&quot;) will perform the thermal evaluation of Lightbridge Fuel in the SMR using its PEGASUS simulation software, a next generation fuel evaluation and design optimization tool. The study will generate unique sets of experimental data of friction factor, flow, and heat transfer behavior under normal and off-normal conditions. An abstract of the study can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=9RA6hniTOOYZcma2MwCRfAFOPkEIFyAvCZ-OcJPfofkhAmsuWSh7rJ17pPOIbGBDWuVhOmUsOkVJF55UyVKM0i_vIF9LlWiQk1lzkffyo7vxCpZPRN3vo49ZrYbDWz7culhws5tz-bYYf0DEMaalyFxXkpGctcOnJViGzF1KK7U9xX92_ZsEngTABGP7sXuAiRzKrC4PQjhcB_ar2YwSIHrnljvqNNjAS-eE9nBSJPbD6rEnhTTu_1b2HO4mw193iOpIVuxMA64i0gjAaFndBMOhvNnQn2cSrL7nhATJmsnWzb5obcCCe7yDuzRByJKieU-kwhofbahFfXgzrWvcdQ==" target="_blank">https://neup.inl.gov/FY23%20Abstracts/CFA-23-29356_TechnicalAbstract_2023CFATechnicalAbstractCFA-23-29356.pdf</a>. 
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Prof. Yassin A. Hassan, Principal Investigator of the study and Director of the Center for Advanced Small Modular and Micro Nuclear Reactors (CASMR) at Texas A&amp;M University, commented, &quot;The Center is excited for this opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders Lightbridge, NuScale Power and Structural Integrity Associates. This award brings together the unique expertise of academia and industry to enable significant advancement in the commercialization path for next-generation nuclear fuels. This collaboration marks an exciting opportunity to make substantial progress in the future of nuclear energy.&quot;
Jos&eacute; N. Reyes, Ph.D., Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of NuScale Power commented, &quot;NuScale is pleased to work with Texas A&amp;M University and Structural Integrity Associates to assess the performance of Lightbridge&#39;s highly advanced fuel in our groundbreaking small modular reactor. Highly efficient fuel performance benefits not only our customers, but also the environment. Additionally, it further enhances the flexibility and reliability of our industrial applications such as high temperature process heat and hydrogen production.&quot;
Tony Robinson, Chief Nuclear Officer, Structural Integrity Associates, Inc., commented, &quot;Putting our PEGASUS technology to work in collaboration with the Center for Advanced Small Modular and Micro Nuclear Reactors (CASMR) at Texas A&amp;M University, Lightbridge Corporation, and NuScale Power is an exciting opportunity for us. This group of innovators represents the forefront of nuclear technology development and exemplifies how cooperative research between government, academia, and industry helps to move the entire industry forward. The experiment will not only provide critical data for advanced fuel technology deployed in a leading SMR design, but it is also a great example of how combining innovative experimental work with cutting-edge simulation and modeling is critical in crafting the future of nuclear power. We are proud to be a part of this important project.&quot;
Seth Grae, President and CEO of Lightbridge stated, &quot;We are pleased to be working with Texas A&amp;M University, NuScale Power, and Structural Integrity Associates on this important study. Texas A&amp;M is a world-renowned leader in nuclear engineering education, NuScale is a global leader in developing SMRs, and Structural Integrity Associates is a leading provider of specialty engineering services in the power and utility industry. We are confident that they will provide the expertise and resources necessary to make this project a success. We greatly appreciate the support from DOE for this important research and experimental work. We believe that this project will provide valuable insights into the performance of Lightbridge Fuel&trade; in NuScale SMRs and will help to pave the way for the widespread adoption of this next-generation nuclear fuel technology.&quot;

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