Utah Initiates Search for Nuclear Reactor Site

Utah signs MOU to explore building nuclear reactor with new technology

Gov. Spencer Cox speaks to reporters during the last night of the legislative session at the Utah State Capitol, Friday, March 7, 2025. (Photo by Alex Goodlett for Utah News Dispatch)Utah signed a new memorandum of understanding with TerraPower, a nuclear energy company founded by Bill Gates, to explore a potential site for a reactor and an energy storage plant in the state. The agreement establishes a non-binding framework for cooperation betwe…

Utah initiates search for nuclear reactor site

Gov. Spencer Cox emphasizes a diverse energy future for Utah families and businesses.

In Utah, a Bill Gates-backed nuclear company is exploring where to build a power plant

As Utah eyes a nuclear energy future, a Bill Gates-backed company is looking to build its next nuclear power plant somewhere in the Beehive State.

Gates-Backed TerraPower, Utah to Explore Nuclear Reactor Sites

Utah is teaming up with Bill Gates-backed TerraPower LLC to explore sites for a nuclear reactor project as the state seeks to feed soaring demand for power.

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TerraPower signs MoU for nuclear site exploration in Utah

TerraPower has initiated plans to explore potential sites for a Natrium reactor and energy storage facility in Utah.