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America built nuclear power in Idaho first. Now it's doing it again.
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Fusion42 · 31 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. Department of Energy's Reactor Pilot Program accelerated the testing and authorization of advanced nuclear reactors, resulting in four reactors reaching criticality by July 4, 2026, with three built at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), marking a revival of nuclear innovation in the U.S.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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You are gaining a rare chance to access a new federal testing pathway that slashes years from nuclear reactor authorisation. If your company works on advanced reactors, Idaho’s INL is the proven place to move fast and get tested.
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