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Military personnel in standard issue uniforms surround a small nuclear reactor unit being set up at a US Army base.

Army Pursues Nuclear Microreactors to Power US Bases

Get ready for a game-changing upgrade: the US Army is planning to install nuclear microreactors at five stateside bases starting in fall 2028, as part of its innovative Janus program. This cutting-edge initiative is set to revolutionize the way our military powers its operations.

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US Army personnel and contractors gather near a nuclear microreactor prototype at an installation.

US Army Awards $2.2 Billion for Nuclear Microreactor Prototypes

The US Army is investing $2.2 billion in nuclear microreactor prototypes to boost energy resilience, with five companies selected to develop the technology under the Janus program. This move aims to secure a reliable energy supply for key installations, especially in conflict zones where traditional fossil fuels may be hard to transport.

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US Army base with construction site and partially built nuclear facility.

Army Awards $2 Billion for Nuclear Microreactors at US Bases

The US Army is investing $2 billion in nuclear microreactors to power its bases, driven by concerns that the domestic electric grid could be vulnerable in a conflict and fossil fuels may be hard to transport. This move is part of Project Janus, a program aimed at developing on-base nuclear microreactors with a contract framework that could award up to $2.2 billion to five select firms.

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Modern nuclear microreactor facility with sleek design and equipment.

Air Force Taps Bidders for Nuclear Microreactors at Key Bases

The Air Force has taken a major leap towards energy resilience, partnering with three innovative companies - Antares Nuclear, Inc., Radiant Industries, Inc., and Westinghouse Government Services - to design and operate nuclear microreactors at key bases, starting with Joint Base San Antonio, Buckley Space Force Base, and others to be announced. This strategic move is set to revolutionize the future of air and space dominance with reliable, cutting-edge power solutions.

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