
U.S. Approves First Nuclear Microreactor for Power Generation
The U.S. Department of Energy has approved the Nuclear Safety Design Agreement for Antares' Mark-1 microreactor, paving the way for its construction and testing at Idaho National Laboratory. This marks a significant step towards deploying nuclear microreactors for power generation, with the first commercial installation planned at Fort Bragg, North Carolina in 2028. Antares is also developing the R1-S reactor for spaceflight, aiming to provide reliable power for satellites and future lunar bases.3 sourcesSee all sources