US EditionNASA Wants to Build a Nuclear Reactor on the Moon. Here’s What One Expert Thinks
UNITED STATES, AUG 8 – NASA aims to power lunar bases with a 100-kilowatt nuclear reactor by 2030 to maintain U.S. leadership and counter China-Russia lunar nuclear projects, agency officials said.
- Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy revealed plans to expedite the deployment of a 100-kilowatt nuclear power system on the lunar surface by 2030 to supply energy for upcoming lunar bases.
- This initiative comes after China’s April 2025 declaration to establish a nuclear energy installation on the lunar surface by 2035, escalating competition in developing lunar power infrastructure.
- Contracts for lunar reactor design studies have been awarded by U.S. space and energy agencies, with companies such as Intuitive Machines and Lockheed Martin expressing interest in submitting proposals despite concerns over the challenging timeline.
- Duffy said, "We're in a race to the moon, in a race with China," emphasizing the need for nuclear power since solar energy is insufficient during the moon's two-week night.
- The project aims to establish sustained lunar presence, facilitate peaceful exploration, and test technology for deep-space missions while abiding by international law and safety standards.
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