Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:09am on 06 Aug 2025,Wednesday Science
Nasa aims to build a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 to power future lunar bases, US media reports. The plan, fast-tracked by acting Nasa head Sean Duffy, follows warnings that China and Russia could establish "keep-out zones" on the Moon. The reactor would generate 100 kilowatts—small, but vital for surviving long lunar nights. While experts call nuclear energy "inevitable" for Moon missions, concerns remain over Nasa’s budget cuts and political motivations. China and Russia plan a lunar reactor by 2035. Scientists warn against a new geopolitical space race overshadowing global scientific cooperation and long-term exploration goals. (PC: BBC)
