United States uranium production more than tripled in 2025, reaching its highest level since 2017. Domestic mines supplied only a small share of uranium required by the country’s nuclear sector. Most supplies continued to come from overseas, highlighting a significant dependence. The United States has been trying to rebuild its domestic uranium enrichment capabilities. Major investments aim to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthen the nuclear fuel chain. United States uranium production more than tripled in 2025, reaching its highest level since 2017. Domestic mines supplied only a small share of uranium required by the country’s nuclear sector. Most supplies continued to come from overseas, highlighting a significant dependence. The United States has been trying to rebuild its domestic uranium enrichment capabilities. Major investments aim to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthen the nuclear fuel chain.
