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Air Force Selects Oklo for Sustainable Nuclear Microreactor

6/12/2025

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The U.S. Air Force has chosen Oklo Inc. to construct a microreactor at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska.
Oklo's Aurora microreactors generate 15-75 megawatts, utilizing recycled nuclear waste and operating for up to 10 years without refueling.
This initiative aims to enhance energy security and lower carbon emissions at military installations, pending NRC licensing.
Oklo intends to expand its microreactor projects, attracting interest from tech companies seeking sustainable energy solutions.
The global nuclear power sector is expected to grow, with small modular reactors crucial for meeting clean energy needs.

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The U.S. Air Force has chosen Oklo Inc. to construct a microreactor at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska.
Oklo's Aurora microreactors generate 15-75 megawatts, utilizing recycled nuclear waste and operating for up to 10 years without refueling.
This initiative aims to enhance energy security and lower carbon emissions at military installations, pending NRC licensing.
Oklo intends to expand its microreactor projects, attracting interest from tech companies seeking sustainable energy solutions.
The global nuclear power sector is expected to grow, with small modular reactors crucial for meeting clean energy needs.