Investors are backing Aalo Atomics, an Austin, TX, developer of a micro nuclear reactor, with $27M in Series A funding to accelerate development of the device. The new funding follows a previous seed round of $6.2 million received in 2023.
Data centers driving Oklo’s nuclear project pipeline
Oklo has signed letters of intent with Equinix, Diamondback Energy and Wyoming Hyperscale, which could bring its current total deployment of Aurora powerhouses to over 1,350 MW in capacity.
BWX Technologies Inc has signed a cooperation agreement with the Wyoming Energy Authority to evaluate locations for a potential new TRISO nuclear fuel production facility in the state.
Aalo Atomics Lays Ground for Microreactor Licensing and Siting
Aalo submitted a regulatory engagement plan to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in a huge step forward in getting regulatory approval for their Aalo-1 reactor. Aalo wants to locate the first Aalo-1 reactor at the Central Facilities Area (CFA) site within INL.
Materials and Fuels Complex Leading the Way for America’s Advanced Nuclear Energy Fleet
Discover how the Materials and Fuels Complex in Idaho is spearheading America’s advanced nuclear energy future, pioneering groundbreaking technologies and innovations. Explore how this facility is shaping the landscape of clean energy with cutting-edge research and development initiatives.
Oklo’s diverse order book demonstrates small reactor potential
Discover how Oklo’s diverse order book underscores the potential of small reactors in revolutionizing the nuclear industry.
BWXT Awarded Phase Two of Microreactor Evaluation Contract for State of Wyoming
BWX Technologies, Inc. announced the award of the second phase of a contract with the Wyoming Energy Authority to assess the viability of deploying small-scale nuclear reactors in the state as a source of resilient and reliable energy to augment existing power generation resources.
US Microreactor Clears Initial Stage of Pre-testing Safety Review
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has reviewed and approved the Safety Design Strategy for the Radiant Kaleidos microreactor in the National Reactor Innovation Center’s Demonstration of Microreactor Experiments (NRIC-DOME) test bed. The Safety Design Strategy marks the initial stage in a comprehensive safety review process each microreactor developer will undertake prior to a fueled...
Russian Uranium Ban Will Speed up Development of U.S. Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain
The ban on Russian uranium is speeding up the U.S.’s efforts to build a robust nuclear fuel supply chain. This initiative aims to reduce dependence on foreign uranium and support the growth of domestic nuclear energy. Significant investments are being made to enhance enrichment capabilities and develop advanced reactors, which will boost energy security and...
